Looking for the best organic shower gels to pamper and soothe your skin? We’ve rounded up some that smell great and are kind to both your skin and the planet. Whether you’re concerned about micro-beads or harsh chemicals in conventional products, going organic with your shower gel has many benefits. Check out our top picks below, all tested to ensure they deliver on performance and fragrance.
One of our choices claims to double as a moisturizer because it nourishes, soothes, and protects the skin, and it’s specifically made for delicate skin on the face and hands. According to Cosmydor, this gel is rich in glycerin, contains minimal water, and has no chemical foaming agents or synthetic fragrances. With its spicy, plant-packed scent, it’s sure to energize your morning routine.
Another option also works as an insect repellent. Packaged in eco-friendly sugar cane plastic and registered as vegan, this shower gel can be used as both a body wash and shampoo. The organic bergamot and tea tree oil give it antiseptic and anti-fungal properties, helping to keep dandruff and head lice at bay, though the scent is somewhat medicinal.
Weleda offers a creamy natural body wash with essential lemon oil for a bright, lively scent. This vegan-friendly product has a refreshing citrus fragrance and is designed to moisturize while lifting your spirits. Its creamy texture leaves skin feeling moisturized and refreshed.
Evolve Organic Beauty’s shower gel uses natural coconut and sugar extracts to cleanse gently and maintain your skin’s pH balance. With organic Aloe Vera to nourish the skin and calm irritation, it also includes blood orange, cedarwood, and black pepper oils. This combination provides a fresh, zingy scent with antibacterial and antioxidant properties.
Another soothing choice features rose, lavender, and orange scents. Beyond its lovely fragrance, it has high levels of organic glycerin, making it suitable as both a shower gel and shampoo. It’s so pure and gentle that it’s claimed to be safe enough for consumption (though not recommended), and is perfect for super-sensitive skin.
For a floral experience, a rose-scented shower gel includes nurturing aloe vera and glycerin to keep your skin soft and clean. It lathers well, meaning you only need a small amount for the whole body, making it economical as well.
Dr. Bronner’s 18-in-1 Pure-Castile Soaps are incredibly versatile, suitable for cleaning your face, body, hair, and even your home. Free from synthetic preservatives and foaming agents, the lavender scent is particularly soothing for nighttime baths.
While not gels, bar soaps are even more sustainable. They last longer and don’t require plastic or glass packaging. One example is a natural moisturizing soap with nourishing coconut and rebalancing jasmine and sandalwood oils, packaged in compostable paper. The aroma lingers long after your shower, leaving you feeling refreshed.
Similarly, Weleda’s Lavender Bar Soap offers calming benefits with a strong, distinct lavender scent. Made from vegetable oils and natural plant extracts, it gently cleanses the skin and worked well for sensitive skin.
Choosing organic shower gels and soaps not only benefits your skin but also the environment, providing a more sustainable and gentle cleansing option.
