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• Part 1 of 3: Choosing a body wash
• Part 2 of 3: Applying the body wash
• Part 3 of 3: Maintain a good body wash routine
• Tips

Body wash is a great way to clean your body in the shower or bath. Most body washes have a silky smooth texture that feels great against your skin. Start by choosing a body wash that contains natural oils and no fragrances and sulfates. You can then apply a little body wash with a washcloth to exfoliate and cleanse your body. Always moisturize after using a body wash to keep your skin soft and hydrated.

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Part 1 of 3: Choosing a body wash

1. Look for a body wash that contains moisturizing ingredients. Check the ingredients on the body wash label for moisturizing oils such as coconut or argan oil. Shea butter and coconut butter are also great for moisturizing your skin. Taking a body wash with moisturizing ingredients will keep your skin soft and hydrated.
   • Do not use body washes that contain chemicals, additives and harsh ingredients.
2. Get a body wash that is free of fragrances and sulfates. Body washes that contain fragrances or perfumes can dry out and irritate your skin. Sulfates such as sodium lauryl ether sulfate, sodium lauryl sulfate and cocamidopropyl betaine can strip your skin of its natural oils. Stay away from body washes that contain these ingredients.
3. Do not use a body wash that suds or foams a lot. The foaming that happens when the body wash mixes with water can strip your skin's natural oils and make it very drying. Take a body wash that only lathers slightly. Do not use body washes that foam strongly when you mix them with water.
   • You should also not use body washes that state on the packaging that they foam strongly, because they will foam a lot if you use them.

Part 2 of 3: Applying the body wash

1. Use a small amount of body wash in the shower or bath. Squeeze a coin-sized amount from the bottle as you don't need much to wash your entire body. Don't use too much body wash at once as it can irritate or dry out your skin.
   • When using the body wash, take a warm shower or bath so that you can wet and wash your entire body.
2. Apply the body wash to your body with a washcloth. Use a wet washcloth to apply the body wash from head to toe. Gently scrub your body with the washcloth to clean your skin and remove dead skin cells.
   • Don't just use your hands to apply the body wash, as it is more difficult to clean your entire body with just your hands.
   • Make sure to rinse the washcloth regularly to prevent germs and bacteria from collecting in it. You can also change the washcloth once a week.
   • Do not use a loofah sponge to apply the body wash as it can harbor bacteria and germs. It also increases your chance of developing acne.
3. Do not put the body wash on your face. Body wash is only made for your body. Use a facial cleanser on your face. Body wash on your face can increase your risk of developing skin irritation and dry patches in this area.
4. Rinse off the body wash with warm water. Once you have cleansed your body with the body wash, use warm water in the shower or bath to rinse it off. Make sure to rinse all body wash from your skin. Soap residue left behind can irritate and dry your skin.
5. Pat your body dry. Use a clean towel to gently pat your body until it is completely dry. Do not rub your body dry as this can irritate your skin.

Part 3 of 3: Maintain a good body wash routine

1. Apply moisturizing lotion after using body wash. Keep your skin hydrated by applying moisturizing lotion as soon as you dry after your shower or bath. Using a moisturizing lotion after washing your body with body wash will lock in moisture on your skin and prevent dry patches.
   • Make sure to use a moisturizing lotion that contains moisturizing ingredients such as shea butter, coconut butter, and oats.
   • Apply moisturizing lotion to areas that tend to become very dry, such as your knees, elbows, feet, and hands.
2. Switch to a milder body wash if your current body wash dries out your skin. If you find that your body wash is causing dry patches or irritated skin, try switching to a body wash designed for sensitive skin. Look for a body wash that has more natural or stronger moisturizing ingredients.
3. Talk to a dermatologist if you develop skin problems. If your skin becomes irritated, dry, or red from the body wash, see your dermatologist for advice. You may be allergic to certain body wash ingredients or have skin that is too sensitive to common soaps.
   • Your dermatologist can recommend a particular soap brand or prescription body wash to treat your skin concerns.

Tips

• Opt for body wash instead of a bar of soap if you want to be more hygienic. Bar of soap can often harbor bacteria and germs.