11 Of The Best Smelling Body Washes For A Heavenly Shower Every Day

When it comes to beauty products, scent is very important — especially if it’s something you’re using every day, like body wash. So if you’re not entirely happy with the aroma of your current shower pal, here are some of the best-smelling body washes to add to your cart next time.

Whether you like a body wash that smells fruity, zesty or will send you straight to sleep, our members’ noses have put these ones to the test. And if you really want your scent to linger, consider layering it with a best-smelling body moisturiser too.

For those who don’t get the fuss about fragrance, try shopping by skin type instead. We’ve also rounded up the best body washes for dry skin and body washes for sensitive skin, should they take your fancy.

2024’s Top 3 Body Washes

1. Glasshouse Fragrances Kyoto in Bloom Camellia & Lotus Body Wash, $39.95, Glasshouse Fragrances
2. Grown Alchemist Energize Body Cleanser, $45, Grown Alchemist
3. Trilogy Botanical Body Wash, $54.54, iHerb

The best-smelling body washes

Glasshouse Fragrances Kyoto in Bloom Camellia & Lotus Body Wash

From $39.95 at Glasshouse Fragrances

We’ve always been fans of a foamy body wash, but this one is our favourite yet. It’s decadently creamy on skin, and leaves skin scented with a delectable mix of fresh lime, creamy vanilla and heady amber. It’s gentle on skin, the scent is truly heavenly, and it looks extremely chic on a shower shelf. We rest our case.

Smells like: Amber & vanilla

Key features:

• Leaves skin feeling refreshed
• Velvety-smooth foam formula
• Long-lasting scent

Available at:

• $39.95 from Glasshouse Fragrances
• $39.95 from Myer
• $39.95 from Adore Beauty

Grown Alchemist Energize Body Cleanser

From $50 at Grown Alchemist

Swap your first sip of coffee for a cold shower with this body wash and you’re guaranteed to wake up in an instant. The gel-to-foam formula lathers up nicely but is gentle enough to use everyday. The mix of floral and earthy scents lingers long into the day.

Smells like: Crisp but earthy

Key features:

• Lightweight gel-to-foam
• Made from 94% plant-based and sulfate-free ingredients
• Fragranced by chamomile, bergamot and rose

Available at:

• $50 from Grown Alchemist

Trilogy Botanical Body Wash

From $30.20 at Trilogy

We know it sounds kind of weird to say it, but this body wash is totally soap-free. Yep, the hydrating wash promises a refreshing, invigorating way to cleanse away the day. The New Zealand local has even earnt the NATRUE certification, so animal testing and GMO are seriously off the cards here. 

Want to read more? Read Trilogy Botanical Body Wash Reviews here…

Smells like: Zesty botanicals with a touch of spice

Key features:

• Certified natural cosmetic 
• Made in New Zealand 
• Enriched with rejuvenating Kawakawa Extract

Available at:

• $30.20 from Trilogy

Philosophy Fresh Cream Shampoo, Bath And Shower Gel

From $34 at Adore Beauty

Just one question: do you want to smell like a vanilla-y vat of whipped cream? The answer is obviously yes, and so we present you with this dreamy whipped cream-scented winner. Aside from the lush scent, this gel works up into a glorious lather, and gives you the choice between shower or bath time suds. Walking dessert status, here you come. 

Smells like: Vanilla-spiked whipped cream (drools) 

Key features:

• 3-in-1 formula
• Smells fresh but sweet
• Creates a rich moisturising lather

Available at:

• $34 from Adore Beauty

Sundae Body Passionfruit Pop

From $20 at Sundae Body

If you’ve not seen Sundae Body’s iconic whipped washes, you’re missing out. Yes the can looks exactly like a whipped cream can, and that’s half the fun. The easy to use nozzle sprays out your body wash, creating some serious showertime fun. The can might be fun to use but what’s even better is the fun fragrances the range offers. There’s quite literally a scent for everyone. Our fave? The tropical, tangy hit of passion pop. Is there anything quite as good as smelling like you’re on a tropical holiday? Verdict: no!

Smells like: Tangy, tropical passionfruit

Key features:

• Whipped body wash
• Brings fun back to bathtime 
• Long-lasting fragrance 

Available at:

• $20 from Sundae Body

Sol De Janeiro Brazilian 4play Shower Cream Gel

From $98.21 at Revolve

The body wash that needs no real introduction. Sol De Janerio’s Brazilian Bum Bum counterpart; 4play Shower Gel. Smelling exactly like our most-loved body cream, this wash will only serve to extend the fan fave scent on your body. But be warned, it’s totally addictive, so you might end up walking around trying to give yourself a big whiff…

Smells like: Brazilian Bum Bum cream (i.e. pistachio and caramel)

Key features:

• Iconic Sol De Janerio scent 
• You’ll be desperately trying to sniff yourself 
• Enriched with a blend of skin conditioning ingredients

Available at:

• $98.21 from Revolve

Glow Lab Coconut & Sandalwood Body Wash

From $18 at Woolworths

If your skin leans toward the sensitive side, finding a body wash that smells incredible but won’t irritate your skin is a complete nightmare. Trust us, we know. But this pick from Glow Lab will give you the best of both worlds. With a gorgeous sweet tropical scent, the formula has been pH balanced, enriched with hydrating shea butter and vitamin E and is here to strengthen your skin with pro-vitamin B5. 

Want to read more? Read Glow Lab Coconut & Sandalwood Body Wash Reviews here…

Smells like: Coconut, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Pineapple

Key features:

• Enriched with moisturising shea butter
• Pro-vitamin B5 works to strengthen skin
• Protects against environmental damage 

Available at:

• $18 from Woolworths
• $18 from Amazon Australia 

Weleda Inspire Body Wash

From $19.95 at Adore Beauty

Not sure about you, but we find our best thoughts come in the shower. So, why not help that process along with an inspiring (nurturing) blend of pomegranate infused creamy body wash? Your brain will work a million miles an hour with the invigorating scents of orange, sandalwood and vanilla. Oh and of course, your skin will be left feeling unbelievably soft. 

Want to read more? Read Welda Inspire Body Wash Reviews here…

Smells like: Orange, davana, sandalwood and vanilla

Key features:

• Creamy formulation
• Timeless fragrance 
• Dermatology tested 

Available at:

• $15.96 (usually $19.95) from Adore Beauty
• $12.97 (usually $19.95) from Look Fantastic
• $17.45 (usually $19.95) from Healthy Life

The Body Shop Mango Shower Gel 

From $15 at The Body Shop 

This shower gel is a nostalgic blast from the past. If you’re anything like us, you were gifted hundreds of tiny bottles of The Body Shop shower gel testers over the years. But honestly, they make for the best gifts! Not only do you get to sniff out a whole heap of incredible scents from the range. But you get to enjoy the foamy, vegan formula. Our fave to come out of our years of testing? Mango. The tropical vibes just cannot be beaten.

Want to read more? Read The Body Shop Mango Shower Gel Reviews here…

Smells like: Mango

Key features:

• Foamy formula 
• 92 per cent natural origin 
• Vegan certified

Available at:

• $15 from The Body Shop

Natio Wellness Shower & Bath Gel

From $13.95 at Myer

Key things to look for in a body wash? Lather-factor and scent. But what about body caring qualities? Yep, Natio ticks all three. It’s a luxe lathering, sweet-smelling, skin-protecting blend. Infused with an invigorating blend of nutrient-rich pomegranate which not only helps to cleanse your skin, but also works to combat and protect against free radical damage. 

Want to read more? Read Natio Wellness Shower & Bath Gel Reviews here…

Smells like: Sweet almond, pomegranate, honey and coconut oil 

Key features:

• Antioxidant-rich formula 
• Can be used as a bath soak 
• Radiance-boosting 

Available at:

• $10.46 (usually $13.95) from Myer
• $13.95 from Priceline

GAIA Natural Baby – Sleeptime Wash

From $17 at Woolworths

It might technically be designed for bubs, but when a product has been developed to support such delicate skin you just know that it’s going be incredibly caring to yours. The dermatologically tested wash is free from soap and SLS. With the soothing scents of lavender and ylang ylang it’s the perfect nighttime wash to set you off to sleep.

Want to read more? Read GAIA Natural Baby – Sleeptime Wash reviews here…

Smells like: Lavender and Ylang Ylang

Key features:

• Sensitive skin-friendly
• Relaxing scent
• Dermatologically tested

Available at:

• $17 from Woolworths
• $16.99 from Chemist Warehouse

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Have you tried any of the above body washes? Are we missing any that you think smell amazing?