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If their face has benefited from what they’ve learned, why not the rest of their skin?

The skin on our bodies is similar.

Woman in a bubble bath

Is there a difference between body wash and shower gel?

However, the two products actually aren’t the same thing.

While they certainly serve the same purpose, the formulation of each product is quite different.

Woman putting body wash on loofah

As the name implies, shower gels have a thick and viscous gel-like consistency.

However, body washes tend to be more moisturizing.

While shower gels are better cleansers, making them ideal for oily skin, body washes are more hydrating.

Woman in the shower

TheMario Badescu A.H.A Botanical Body Soapis perfect for oily and acne-prone skin types.

It’s formulated with glycolic acid and grapefruit, ginseng, and linden extract to gently exfoliate the skin.

The body soap clears congestion to reveal brighter, smoother skin and reduce breakouts.

If you have aging skin, try theOlay Age Defying Body Wash.

The body wash locks in moisture without leaving a thick, heavy feeling on the skin’s surface.