Liquid body wash is a great way to cleanse under the shower or in a bath. Most body washes have a silky-soft texture that feels comfortable on the skin. Start by choosing a soap that contains natural oils and is free of fragrances or sulfates. You can pour a small amount of soap into the washcloth to exfoliate dead skin cells and cleanse the body. Always use a moisturizer after using soap to keep skin soft and hydrated.
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Part 1 of 3: Choosing Liquid Body Soap
Step 1. Look for a liquid body wash that contains hydrating ingredients
Check soap labels and look for hydrating oil ingredients such as coconut oil or argon oil. Shea butter (fat from shea nuts) and coconut butter are also great for hydrating the skin. Choosing a body wash that contains hydrating ingredients will also keep your skin soft and moisturized.
Avoid bath soaps that contain chemicals, additives, and harsh ingredients
Step 2. Look for a body wash that is fragrance and sulfate free
Bath soaps that contain fragrance or perfume can dry out and irritate the skin. Sulfates such as sodium laureth sulfate, sodium lauryl sulfate, and cocamidopropyl betaine can strip natural oils from the skin. Avoid bath soaps that contain these ingredients.
Step 3. Avoid soap that produces a lot of foam or lather
The foam that forms when soap is mixed with water can strip the skin of its natural oils and make it very dry. Choose a soap that only foams a little. Avoid soap that foams a lot when mixed with water.
You should also avoid soaps that advertise a foaming action as they will produce a lot of lather when used later
Part 2 of 3: Using Liquid Bath
Step 1. Use a small amount of liquid bath soap in the shower or tub
Drop a little soap because you don't need a large amount to clean the whole body. Do not use too much soap at once because it can irritate or dry out the skin.
Take a warm bath, either in the shower or in the tub, while using soap so that you can wet and cleanse your entire body
Step 2. Pour soap over the body with a washcloth
Use a wet washcloth to wipe the soap from head to toe. Gently rub the body with a washcloth to clean the skin and remove dead skin cells.
- Avoid using your hands to apply soap, as washing your body with your hands alone will be more difficult.
- Make sure you wash your washcloths regularly to prevent the accumulation of germs and bacteria. You can also change the washcloth once a week.
- Avoid using blustru (loofah) to rub soap because it can accommodate bacteria and germs. Blustru can also increase the chances of the skin getting acne.
Step 3. Don't rub soap on your face
Bath soap is only for the body. For the face, use a facial cleanser. Using bath soap to wash your face can increase the risk of skin irritation and dry patches on that area.
Step 4. Rinse off the soap with warm water
After you wash your body with liquid body wash, use warm water in the shower or bath to rinse it off. Make sure all the soap is clean from the skin. Soap remaining on the skin can irritate it and make it dry.
Step 5. Pat the body dry
Use a clean towel to pat your body completely dry. Do not scrub the body as it can irritate the skin.
Part 3 of 3: Maintaining a Good Bathing Routine
Step 1. Apply moisturizer after using liquid bath soap
Keep your skin moisturized by applying moisturizer as soon as you dry off after a shower or bath. Applying a moisturizer after a soapy shower will lock in moisture to the skin and prevent dry patches.
- Make sure you use a moisturizer that contains hydrating ingredients, such as shea butter, coconut butter, and oats.
- Apply moisturizer to areas that tend to be very dry, such as knees, elbows, feet, and hands.
Step 2. Switch to a milder soap if the current one makes the skin dry
If you notice the soap is causing dry patches or irritation to your skin, replace it with a soap made especially for sensitive skin. Look for a body wash that has more natural ingredients or is more hydrating.
Step 3. Consult a dermatologist if you have skin problems
If your skin becomes irritated, dry, or red from the soap, see a dermatologist for guidance. Maybe you are allergic to certain ingredients in soap or have skin that is very sensitive to conventional soaps.
