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5 Great Body Washes For Under $10

BellaSugar — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 09:00:00 PDT

Have you ever had a body wash you loved so much, you actually can't wait to get into the shower to suds up with it? Such is the case for me with Dr. Bronner castile soaps, especially the soul-soothing lavender scent ($8) pictured above. While luxury body washes can run upwards of $100, you can spend a fraction of the cost to get clean, smell good, and still have lots of funds left over. Find out more about the rest of my picks when you read more.

Baby Shampoo and Body Wash: The Per Ounce Price

LilSugar — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 11:30:16 PDT

Hop in the tub and bathe in bubbles! Tots love to splash in the bath and shampoo & body wash combos are an easy way for mama to clean her wee one. Some kiddos need a rinse more then once a day, so we've run the numbers on how much soaping up costs.

Burt's Bees Shampoo & Body Wash - 16 ounces ($8.99) = 56 cents per ounce
Aveeno Wash & Shampoo - 18 ounces ($9.29) = 51 cents per ounce
Johnson's Head to Toe Baby Wash - 15 ounces ($4.69) = 31 cents per ounce
Mustela Bathtime 2 in 1 Hair & Body Wash - 6.7 ounces ($10) = $1.49 per ounce
California Baby Shampoo & Body Wash Calming - 8.5 ounces ($9.99) = $1.17 per ounce
Aquaphor Gentle Wash & Shampoo - 8.4 ounces ($9.99) = $1.18 per ounce
Weleda Calendula Baby Shampoo & Body Wash - 7.2 ounces ($11.69) = $1.62 per ounce
Method Baby Hair & Body Wash - 8 ounces ($5.79) = 73 cents per ounce
Earth's Best by Jason 2 in 1 Shampoo & Body Wash - 8.5 ounces ($8.45) = 99 cents per ounce
Nature's Baby Organics Shampoo & Body Wash - 8.5 ounces ($9.95) = $1.17 per ounce
Avalon Organics Shampoo & Body Wash - 8 ounces ($10.49) = $1.31 per ounce

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Caffeinated Body Wash: For When Waking Up Is Impossible

BellaSugar — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 04:00:17 PDT

Incapable of dragging yourself to the shower in the morning? Then why not make it an energizing, physically addictive experience with this Mountain Dew Caffeinated Shampoo and Body Wash ($16)? Once you become dependent, you'll have to shower (maybe several times) just to feel alive. One 20 ounce bottle has about 530 mg of caffeine in it, which breaks down to about a cup of tea's worth per usage - although it's not clear just how much actually gets absorbed.

On the pro side, if it works, all that transdermal caffeine will definitely hit your bloodstream faster than coffee. Plus, it's a diuretic, so it probably does something for cellulite in the short term. What do you think? Would you be curious to replace your morning chai with this stuff, or do you love showering too much as it is?

Are You OK With the Term "Hippie" When It Comes to Natural Products?

BellaSugar — Thu, 27 May 2010 10:00:00 PDT

I'm a big proponent of going natural when you can, but confused by the term "hippie" when it gets thrown around to talk about ecologically conscious products. There are instances where it can be funny, like this cute Stinky Hippie Body Wash ($13.50), whose illustrated "hippie" girl with fragrant underarm is meant to be amusing. However, a lot of times when people use the term it's pejorative, and suggestive of being not as clean or as well groomed as other people. This is despite the fact that most who use natural products actually take great care with their appearances.

I think being an actual hippie in the late 1960s could have been pretty cool, but I don't know about the term now, especially when it comes to cosmetics and personal care. What do you think? Is it rude to call someone a "hippie" just because they like eco-beauty, or is it just one of those terms that's connected to the green movement and unlikely to go away?

Lady Body Wash What?

BellaSugar — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 04:00:00 PST

Old Spice has been making increasingly insane and funny commercials for their body wash, and although they're usually addressed to guys, the latest spate all have the ladies in mind. I'm tempted to buy Mr. Bella some of this stuff myself in hopes of diamonds, tickets to that thing I love, boat rides, and more. Do any of you use, or frequently smell, a man who uses this stuff? Is it any good?

12 Birthday Beauty Goodies to Help Celebrate You!

BellaSugar — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 10:00:00 PST

Unless you were born sometime this past week, I'm venturing to say that you have yet to celebrate your birthday in 2010. That's the inspiration behind this post. You've got a birthday this year, and what better way to celebrate than with beauty goodies inspired by your date of birth - or better yet, discover some gift options for your friends and family? You say it's your birthday? Then party on with this birthday-themed beauty booty.

Reader Review of the Day: Clinique Deep Comfort Body Wash

BellaSugar — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:00:52 PST

Are you in the market for a new body wash - especially one that's great for both seasonally and naturally dry skin? Perhaps you should take a piece of advice from reader stef42678, who recently reviewed ($20). Here's what she has to say about this new product:

I really love this cleanser. It foams up well with a great creamy lather, and it really moisturizes my skin. It doesn't leave a thick residue or oily skin and it makes my skin relaxed and hydrated.

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Reader Review of the Day: Nature's Gate Hemp Velvet Moisture Body Wash

BellaSugar — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 05:03:14 PDT

Here's a fatty that won't get you in any trouble. I'm talking essential fatty acids, which are nourishing for the skin, and incidentally, found in hemp seed oil, a main ingredient of Nature's Gate Hemp Velvet Moisture Body Wash ($6). Reader Hottpink sung the praises of this moisturizing cleanser, and here's what she had to say:

I was on the hunt for a body wash that was eco- and animal-friendly, and thought I would give this a try after spying it at a Whole Foods Body. Overall, I am really pleased with this body wash. It has a slightly earthy scent which is not overpowering at all, and it really moisturizes my dry skin. Unlike some body washes, this rinses away clean and doesn't leave that "film" feeling. It doesn't suds up as much as bar soap, but I don't mind. I have even used it to shave when I ran out of shaving cream. Another plus: it lasts a long time!

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Splurge of the Week: Kiehl's Body Cleansing Oil

BellaSugar — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 08:00:48 PDT

My skin has been going through an oddball itchy phase. Ever the hypochondriac, I became convinced that the cats had fleas. They didn't, so I thought, "Oh no, I've somehow picked up bedbugs!" (I hadn't.) After running through a mile-long list of potential itch-causers, I decided to switch body wash to one that doesn't foam up and potentially irritate my skin.

You could probably use a variety of washes, but I went with Superbly Restorative Body Cleansing Oil ($27.50). It has organic argan oil (the buzzed-about Moroccan oil) as well as a beta hydroxy acid. Since it's an oil, it doesn't lather up like crazy. Instead, it gently washes away dirt without leaving my skin dry. Plus, the softly earthy scent is sexy instead of traversing into a "I just followed Phish around for three months" funk. Most important: no more itchy skin. Win! At $27.50, it's more expensive than most body washes, but a little goes a really long way - and the ability to go to sleep without scratching my legs these days is pretty much priceless.

Reader Review of the Day: Olay Body Wash Plus Body Butter Ribbons

BellaSugar — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 14:15:48 PDT

Olay Body Wash ($5.29) was a staple of my college dorm bathroom in the Winter, when no amount of lotion could keep the indoor heat from drying my skin out. I haven't used it in a couple years now that I live in more temperate climes, but the most recent version incorporates body butter, and it sounds just as good as the original. Reader hippiecowgirl wrote a nice review of it, so I'll let her take it from here:

"It's really creamy and moisturizing. I used it as a body cleanser and a shaving cream at the same time. My skin felt fresh, and I got a close shave, so it definitely serves both purposes well. The only thing I didn't care for was the perfumey scent. I plan to purchase this again in the winter when my skin is extra dry."

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