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We know we're not alone when we say that we miiight be guilty of spending more money on our skincare products than body care items. No judging, though—our faces are the first to be seen, so it makes sense that we want to give it our utmost attention (and cash). However, our bodies deserve as much TLC as we give to our faces, and we say it's about time to upgrade your rotation of body care products so you can *actually* look forward to your shower routine!
If you're in need of recommendations, then you already know that we're the ones you can trust. Over the past several months, the Cosmo editors have been carefully testing out the best beauty products that deserve a spot in your makeup kits, vanity tables, aaand bathrooms, resulting in the Cosmopolitan Beauty Awards 2024!
READ MORE: Cosmopolitan Beauty Awards 2024: The Winning Beauty And Wellness Products Of The Year
For today, we'll be zeroing in on the winners of the body care category, where we tested out hundreds of products to help you find your new go-to's. This curated list of products has made us actually look forward to our Everything Shower™, and we hope they do the same for you! Check them out below:
Cosmopolitan Philippines Beauty Awards 2024: Body Care Winners
Winner for antibacterial bar soap: Bioderm Family Germicidal Soap - Bloom
For an affordable bar soap that doesn't skimp out on protecting your skin, add this germicidal soap to your cart, ASAP. It promises to kill up to 99.9% of germs and provide you with freshness for up to 24 hours. Its floral scent also smells sooo good!
Why we love it: "I'm a liquid body wash kind of girlie, but this bar soap from Bioderm made me want to use bar soaps again! I love the scent and the fact that it also lasts long for its size."
Bioderm Family Germicidal Soap - Bloom, P52, Shopee, Lazada, Watsons
Winner for body cleanser for sensitive skin: Cetaphil Pro Ad Derma Skin Restoring Wash
For the girlies with *super* sensitive skin, you can't go wrong with this body cleanser from Cetaphil. It has a creamy and hypoallergenic formula that's safe to use on sensitive, eczema-prone skin. If you're also suffering from redness, it promises to significantly reduce it after one month of continued use.
Why we love it: "Where are my sensitive skin girls at? This body wash from Cetaphil is now a permanent part of my shower routine, especially on days when I feel like my body is just *going through it*."
Cetaphil Pro Ad Derma Skin Restoring Wash, P1,070, Shopee, Lazada, Watsons
Winner for antibacterial body wash: Safeguard Body Wash - Floral Pink
If you're looking for a gentle but scented body wash, you won't go wrong with the Floral Pink variation of Safeguard's body cleanser. It also comes in biiig sizes—and refills!—that will last you a v long time.
Why we love it: "Out of all the body wash variants available from Safeguard, this is the one I keep coming back to purely because of its scent."
Safeguard Body Wash - Floral Pink, P149, Shopee, Lazada, Watsons
Winner for moisturizing body wash: Olay Creme Body Wash
Infused with niacinamide and peptides, this creamy body wash from Olay promises to keep your skin taut and firm while giving your complexion a glow boost. Its fruity blend of strawberry, pineapple, and anjou pear notes ensures you get a relaxing olfactory experience in the shower, too!
Why we love it: "I love how soft this body wash made my skin feel. I also like that it has brightening ingredients that can help with the dark areas of my body."
Olay Creme Body Wash, P399, Shopee, Lazada, Watsons
Winner for cooling feminine wash: pH Care Cooling Comfort Daily Feminine Wash
Keep your intimate area fresh with this crowd-favorite variant of the pH care feminine wash. Formulated with ActiveCool® and OdorProTech™, you can be sure that your vagina and its surrounding areas stay clean and fresh all day.
Why we love it: "This is an everyday must for me, and I'm obsessed with the cooling sensation it leaves behind. Very helpful especially for hot AF days."
pH Care Cooling Comfort Daily Feminine Wash, P62, Shopee, Lazada, Watsons
Winner for feminine wash for red days: Gynepro Ultra Protection Feminine Wash
This OB-GYN-approved feminine wash is *specially* formulated for use during your red days. Its formula effectively kills all bacteria that can cause itching and odor, leaving you with peace of mind.
Why we love it: "I know it's not just me that gets bothered whenever I'm on my period, but this feminine wash helps me effectively clean my intimate areas."
Gynepro Ultra Protection Feminine Wash, P207, Shopee, Lazada, Watsons
Winner for brightening lotion: Jergens Skin Brightening with Dual UV Protector Brightening Moisturizer
This body wash does it all—it brightens, softens, and protects your skin against the sun's harmful UV rays. It's also lightly scented!
Why we love it: "For days when I really want to feel like a moisturized dumpling, this lotion from Jergens saves the day. I also like that it can help protect me against the sun (although you still definitely need to put sunscreen on!)."
Jergens Skin Brightening with Dual UV Protector Brightening Moisturizer, P505, Shopee and Lazada
Winner for body lotion for sensitive skin: Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion
A body lotion that doesn't feel greasy, deeply moisturizes, and is safe to use even for sensitive skin? Yes please, sign us TF up!
Why we love it: "I looove all the Cetaphil products I've tried, and this one is no different. I like applying it while my body is still damp from taking a bath."
Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion, P1,400, Shopee, Lazada, Watsons
Winner for overall toothpaste: Closeup Toothpaste with 12 Benefits Multivitamins+
This toothpaste contains antibacterial zinc that can protect your teeth against 12 (!) oral care problems.
Why we love it: "Toothpaste isn't really something I dedicate much brain space to, but I am definitely purchasing this Closeup one for myself once I'm done with it. It just makes my teeth feel extra clean!"
Closeup Toothpaste with 12 Benefits Multivitamins+ (Twin pack), P233, Shopee
Winner for whitening toothpaste: Colgate Optic White Purple
Inspired by the color theory, this purple toothpaste *neutralizes* yellow tones on your teeth, resulting in an even more radiant smile. It's also enamel-safe with fluoride protection and a cooling mint flavor.
Why we love it: "Blonde girlies know that purple shampoo is an absolute must in our routines, and this toothpaste works the same way."
Colgate Optic White Purple, P129, Shopee, Lazada, Watsons
Winner for cuticle oil: CND Solar Oil Nail & Cuticle Care
For healthy and strong nails, you need to apply cuticle oil to your nail beds regularly. This one from CND is infused with moisturizing ingredients like jojoba oil and vitamin E.
Why we love it: "I don't really take care of my nails other than clipping them once they get too long, but adding this step in my routine makes me feel *luxe* and makes me feel like I'm actually taking care of myself, lol."
CND Solar Oil Nail & Cuticle Care, P300, Lazada
Winner for foot scrub: Caronia Hand & Foot Renewing Scrub
We're all about DIY, so this hand and foot scrub from Caronia is a must-have for our spa days at home. It contains a gentle exfoliating mix of apricot seeds and white wax beads to slough away the stubborn dead skin on your heels. Its infusion of green tea fragrance, massage oils, and menthol also provides a soothing olfactory and sensory experience.
Why we love it: "Fact about me: I love walking, but that also means my heels get dry and hard AF—not a good combo. This foot scrub helps in exfoliating all the dead skin cells away!"
Caronia Hand & Foot Renewing Scrub, P158, Shopee
Winner for liquid antibacterial hand soap: Check Liquid Hand Soap
Don't be fooled by its affordable price tag—this liquid hand soap can kill up to 99.9% of bacteria and can be used for up to 300 washes. Super sulit!
Why we love it: "I love that this doesn't make my hands feel dry after washing them—something that I am very sensitive about."
Check Liquid Hand Soap, P99, Shopee
Winner for nighttime underarm skincare: Dove Radiant + Care Night Repair Deodorant Serum
Even out your underarms with this deo serum from Dove that contains 3% niacinamide and four times (!) hyaluronic acid.
Why we love it: "This Dove deo has become a must-have in my nighttime routine. It keeps my underarms feeling fresh and radiant, even after a long day of wearing tight tops!"
Dove Radiant + Care Night Repair Deodorant Serum, P190, Shopee
Winner for scented deodorant: Dove 0% Aluminum Deodorant Peach & Lemon Verbena
If you're looking to completely reset your underarms, we recommend trying out a deodorant with no aluminum content. This one from Dove offers up to 24 hours of protection and has a soothing peach and lemon verbena scent.
Why we love it: "There is a bit of a learning curve when you try out a non-aluminum deo, but trust me, your underarms will thank you!!!"
Dove 0% Aluminum Deodorant Peach & Lemon Verbena, P169, Shopee and Watsons
Winner for daytime perfume: Jo Malone Peony & Blush Suede Cologne
For a light and refreshing scent during the daytime, spritz on the Peony & Blush Suede Cologne from Jo Malone all over your pulse points. Aside from its two main notes, it also has hints of crisp apple that make for a soft and delicious scent.
Why we love it: "I use this when I want to feel like a rich and expensive tita, LOL! Its scent is also non-offensive—I got so many compliments on it!"
Jo Malone Peony & Blush Suede Cologne, P9,900, Rustan's
Winner for nighttime perfume: Tory Burch Essence of Dreams Cosmic Wood Eau de Parfum
If you're looking for a spicy and musky perfume, this fragrance from Tory Burch is worth picking up. It contains notes of spicy cardamom, jasmine, vetiver, smoky wood, patchouli, and sage.
Why we love it: "My boyfriend gave me So. Many. Compliments. while I was wearing this perfume, which is the only approval I need! *wink*"
Tory Burch Essence of Dreams Cosmic Wood Eau de Parfum, P6,950, Rustan's
Winner for vanilla-scented perfume: Avon Far Away Beyond The Moon Parfum
Vanilla lovers out there will love this relatively affordable scent from Avon. It contains notes of cherry, vanilla, Australian sandalwood, and Lady of the Night flower.
Why we love it: "Vanilla scents usually make my head hurt, but surprisingly, this one from Avon was light enough that it was just enjoyable to use."
Avon Far Away Beyond The Moon Parfum, P1,099, Shopee and Lazada
Winner for body mist: Aspire Romance Body Spray
This floral-fruity scent contains a blend of tropical fruits, petals, and sweet musk that make for a light body spray that you can spritz on throughout the day.
Why we love it: "You'll never catch me without body sprays in my bag. They're an easy way to refresh yourself mid-day, and this Romance variant smells sooo good."
Aspire Romance Body Spray, P195, Shopee and Lazada
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PRODUCED BY: Cheska Santiago and Ida Aldana
ART DIRECTION BY: Pauline Moyano
PHOTOGRAPHY BY: Karlo Cadang
SET & PRODUCT STYLING BY: Paul Jatayna
