Name: The Body Wash
Brand: Nécessaire
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.6 (2237 reviews)

Details & care

What it is: A daily, nonirritating gel-oil body wash rich in vitamins and niacinamide that helps promote skin health.

What it does: A cult-classic treatment cleanse, this body wash contains mild plant-derived surfactants that gently cleanse skin without stripping or leaving residue. It's formulated with luxe oils of marula, cacay and meadowfoam to help nourish and soften skin, along with vitamins A, B3, C and E; omegas 6 and 9 and antioxidants. The iconic texture is built on glycerin, making the formula nonstripping, nondrying and comforting. The pH level is 5.5–5.6. Nécessaire formulates to pH levels that support your natural pH and barrier function. When a natural pH is maintained, skin is in the optimal state to recognize and repeat the visible benefits of active ingredients.

How to use: The Body Wash features a twist cap that needs to be activated. First, twist the cap clockwise firmly to lock it in place. Then, twist the cap counterclockwise to gently open. Flip the bottle and gently squeeze to pour. Apply all over body. Massage for rich foam, then rinse well. The formula doubles as a nourishing bubble bath.

Natural Beauty & Wellness products are free of sulfates, phthalates, parabens, petrochemicals, mineral oil, silicone and talc; also free of BPAs and GMOs

Leaping Bunny–certified for a commitment to cruelty-free testing

Made in the USA

As a member of 1% for the Planet, Nécessaire has committed to donating 1% of its annual sales to nonprofit partners in support of environmental solutions

This brand has B Corp certification, representing business practices with emphasis on social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency

This brand meets Nordstrom Responsible Brands criteria: brand adheres to responsible social and environmental practices

Item #5824289

Core Product ID 333335L62L

Ingredients

Fragrance-Free: Aqua/Water/Eau, Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Disodium, Cocoamphodiacetate, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Niacinamide, Tocopherol, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Phytate.<br>Eucalyptus: Aqua/Water/Eau, Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Niacinamide, Tocopherol, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Phytate, Eucalyptus Globulus (Eucalyptus) Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Abies Sibirica (Siberian Fir) Oil, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Pogostemon Cablin (Patchouli) Oil, Limonene, Linalool.<br>Hinoki: Aqua/Water/Eau, Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate, Coco-Glucoside, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Glycerin, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Hydroxide, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Mandelic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Gluconolactone, Niacinamide, Tocopherol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Wood Oil, Polygonum, Cuspidatum Root Extract, Fragrance (Parfum), Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates Crosspolymer-4, Benzyl Salicylate, Linalool, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes.<br>Santal: Aqua/Water/Eau, Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate, Coco-Glucoside, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Glycerin, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Sodium Chloride, Magnesium Sulfate, Niacinamide, Magnesium PCA, Zinc PCA, Silica, Tocopherol, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Caprylyl Glycol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Oil, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Fragrance (Parfum), Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates Crosspolymer-4, Hydroxycitronellal, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes.

Ingredients are subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion. For the most complete and up-to-date list of ingredients, refer to the product packaging

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Aug 9, 2024

Great body wash

Excellent product! It's moisturizing and soothing. At 78 my skin has become more dry and this helps so much.

Proud cat lady

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Apr 26, 2026

Never Received Product/Delivery Service Is Awful

T Force say's the package was delivered.. The package is NOWHERE TO BE FOUND ON MY PROPERTY. So, I never got to enjoy the product. Nordstrom Customer Service said it would take " One Business Day " to figure this out and issue refunds... Now the System say's three business days lol... It's just straight up lies? And for what?

RyanDI

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Aug 9, 2024

Great body wash

Excellent product! It's moisturizing and soothing. At 78 my skin has become more dry and this helps so much.

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Proud cat lady

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July 20, 2025

fell short scent wise

I bought eucalyptus to try because I’ve heard some great reviews. Maybe I need to smell some other ones. This to me smells like a spa, but almost like a bug spray? I can’t put my finger on it. I’m going to return.

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SHoegirl84

Size purchased:: 8.4 oz
Color:: EUCALYPTUS

3found this helpful

Jan 31, 2025

Clean, soft, and beautifully scented skin

This is such a good body wash! My skin felt clean and moisturized. I’ve been using Necessaire body wash, serum, and lotion for a few weeks and I can see a difference in my skin. No dry winter skin and improved texture.

elle

Size purchased:: 16.9 oz
Color:: SANTAL

3found this helpful

Nov 27, 2025

Scent fades immediately

It’s a nice light body wash that foams easily but if you’re looking for something that leaves a lasting scent, this is not it. It disappears once you rinse it off. I’m glad I tried a sample before purchasing it.

Jen in MKE

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July 24, 2025

Fresh Rain Fragrance

Yes, there is a eucalyptus smell but it is very mild. They must have cut the sharpness of eucalyptus with something. It smells like rain to me. The product does not lather but mildly cleanses the body. I like it a lot.

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Chihiro200

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Feb 21, 2025

The Body Wash that does job!

This Body Wash makes you feel so good all over and so relaxed. It’s reasonably priced for what kind of body wash it is. I have never seen a free gift given for Nessaire body wash since I have been purchasing all these years of some type.

EYEMASK

Size purchased:: 16.9 oz

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