Nécessaire The Body Wash Santal — Sandalwood Daily Shower Gel, 8.4 fl oz, Gentle Hydrating Formula for Sensitive Skin

Nécessaire The Body Wash Santal is a gentle, multi-mineral shower gel that cleanses without stripping and leaves skin soft with a warm sandalwood fragrance.

This daily body wash combines mild plant-derived cleansers with a micro-dose blend of minerals and nourishing humectants to support the skin’s barrier while producing a rich, creamy lather. Designed for sensitive and normal skin types, it avoids common irritants and adds a refined woodsy scent featuring sandalwood, black pepper, iris, and jasmine.

How does this body wash clean without drying my skin?

The formula uses gentle surfactants and humectants rather than harsh detergents, so it removes dirt and oil while preserving natural moisture. A targeted mix of glycerin and mild plant-based cleansers produces foam that rinses cleanly without tightness.

• Plant-derived surfactants that cleanse gently
• Glycerin to attract and retain moisture
• Non-stripping formulation suitable for daily use

What are the active minerals and why are they included?

The wash contains a micro-dose of minerals—such as magnesium, zinc, silica, and epsom salts—intended to support healthy-feeling skin. These mineral components work alongside hydrating ingredients to aid comfort and resilience after a shower.

• Magnesium and epsom salt for a soothing effect on skin texture
• Zinc for skin-fortifying support in the formula
• Silica to help maintain a balanced surface feel

Does the scent overpower or linger on clothes?

Santal offers a refined, warm woodsy fragrance built around sandalwood with subtle spicy and floral nuances. It’s formulated to provide a pleasant post-shower aroma on skin without clinging strongly to fabrics.

• Sandalwood-forward profile with black pepper, iris, and jasmine highlights
• Layered fragrance that feels warm and not overly sweet
• Designed to leave a light, wearable scent after rinsing

Is this safe for sensitive or acne-prone body skin?

The wash is dermatologist-tested, hypoallergenic, and non-comedogenic, and it’s made without SLS/SLES, parabens, phthalates, or PEGs to minimize irritation potential. Its straightforward ingredient approach reduces the risk of pore-clogging or sensitivity reactions for many users.

• Formulated without common harsh additives and known irritants
• Non-comedogenic for body areas prone to breakouts
• Hypoallergenic and dermatologist-tested for broad compatibility

Who is this for: Nécessaire The Body Wash Santal suits anyone seeking a luxurious yet uncomplicated daily cleanser—people who want a nourishing, non-drying shower gel with a sophisticated sandalwood scent. It’s an option for those with sensitive or normal skin, fragrance lovers who prefer refined woodsy notes, and shoppers avoiding sulfate-heavy or heavily-processed body cleansers. If you want a balanced, skin-supportive wash that doubles as a fragrant ritual, this product fits that brief.

Ingredients

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, Caprylyl Glycol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Oil, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Fragrance (Parfum), Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates Crosspolymer-4, Hydroxycitronellal, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes.