Best Body Washes That Are Gentle Enough For Sensitive Skin:

Body wash may appear to be a minor purchase, but it is critical for people with sensitive skin. You could end up with itchy, scaly, and irritated skin if you use the wrong formula.

The Good Housekeeping Institute Beauty Lab is constantly testing the best body care for sensitive skin, including body wash, body scrubs, and nourishing moisturisers, so our experts know which products are right for them. They recommend avoiding added fragrance and any mention of "antibacterial" when choosing a body wash for sensitive skin. Instead, look for skin-soothing and hydrating ingredients like dimethicone, glycerin, and petroleum, and keep in mind that the fewer ingredients the better when it comes to sensitive skin.

The best body washes for sensitive skin are listed below, along with products that have been tested in the Beauty Lab, editor favorites, and rave online reviews (all of which are fragrance-free!).

CETAPHIL: Ultra Gentle Body Wash:

This gentle body wash was created with sensitive and dry skin in mind, and it leaves skin feeling hydrated after showering. It also contains skin-friendly ingredients like aloe vera and glycerin, which moisturise and soothe.

VANICREAM: Gentle Body Wash;

When Beauty Lab chemist Sabina Wizemann's skin became itchy from her regular body wash, she switched to this dermatologist-tested, sensitive-skin-friendly wash.

Wizemann says, "It leaves my skin smooth and soft, and most importantly, comfortable." "I like it because it's a simple body wash with no frills; it's packed with glycerin and uses a mild coco-glucoside surfactant."

NÉCESSAIRE: The Body Wash:

Niacinamide, the star ingredient in this body wash, brightens and clarifies skin while also strengthening the skin barrier. "Every time I use this in the shower, it feels like I've stepped into a spa," one reviewer says. "It smells amazing and instantly relaxes my mind; washing with it feels so luxurious." This wash is available in eucalyptus and sandalwood scents, with the fragrance-free option being best for sensitive skin.