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Betaine
Betaine
Acts as an in-shower humectant, helping the skin feel conditioned and comfortable through the rinse.
OVESSI BODY
The Lather : Grapefruit Body Wash
grapefruit hydrating body wash
A bright, citrus-forward body wash that cleans efficiently, conditions as it rinses, and leaves skin feeling light, comfortable, and freshly scented.
$35
- Vegan and cruelty-free
- Made fresh once you order
- Dispatched within 2 working days
- Free US shipping over $75
Made fresh for you once you order · dispatched within 2 working days.
On the body
What this formula brings
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Bright grapefruit cleanse with clean rinse
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Betaine conditions skin through every wash
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Blueberry freshness lingers lightly on skin
Why this exists
Many body washes rely on fragrance to do all the work, while the cleanse itself can leave skin feeling squeaky and dry. This formula takes a different view of the shower : it should cleanse effectively without disrupting the skin’s surface hydration. The surfactant blend is built around coconut-derived cleansers, with betaine included to support conditioning during the wash rather than after it. Organic blueberry extract adds botanical support with antioxidant activity, while the grapefruit-led fragrance turns the cleanse into a sensory moment without overwhelming the skin. The result is a wash designed for daily use, morning or night, that feels clean, efficient, and considered from first lather to final rinse.
Inside the formula
The key actives
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Organic Blueberry Extract
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
Provides botanical antioxidant support for skin that faces daily environmental stressors.
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Sodium Coco-Sulfate
Sodium Coco-Sulfate
Delivers the primary cleanse and the bright, efficient lather that lifts away daily build-up.
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Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Supports the cleansing system while helping reduce the stripping feel of the wash.
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Coco-Glucoside
Coco-Glucoside
Adds mildness and a softer, creamier slip to the lather and rinse.
On the body
It lathers quickly into a stable, coconut-based foam. The rinse feels clean and efficient rather than stripping. Skin is left with a light finish and a faint, fresh citrus impression.
The application
How to use this
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Lather onto wet skin
Massage a small amount into damp hands, a washcloth, or directly onto the body. Add warm water to build a rich, even lather.
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Work over the skin
Sweep across the body, paying attention to areas that need a thorough cleanse. Let the scent open fully as the lather meets water.
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Rinse completely clean
Rinse away with warm water until the skin feels fresh and free of residue. Follow with body care if you like to layer moisture after the shower.
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Use morning or night
Use in the morning for a bright, awakening cleanse or in the evening as a comfortable end to the day. It is designed for regular daily use.
What to expect
On the body, over time
Day 1
Skin feels clean and comfortable straight after rinsing, without the tight or dry feeling that some washes leave behind. The grapefruit brightness lingers lightly on the skin.
Week 1
Daily showering feels more consistent and less drying, especially on areas that often feel a little neglected after washing. The finish stays light and fresh.
Week 4
The skin surface can feel smoother and more balanced through repeated use. The cleanser remains efficient, but the after-feel is gentler and better supported.
The deeper detail
The formulation, the provenance, the standard
Formulation
The surfactant base is built around Sodium Coco-Sulfate as primary cleanser, supported by Cocamidopropyl Betaine and Sodium Cocoamphoacetate : two amphoacid co-surfactants that materially reduce the stripping potential of the system. Coco-Glucoside, a sugar-based surfactant from coconut and glucose, contributes mildness and a creamy slip to the rinse. The combination produces stable, consistent lather without requiring elevated surfactant concentrations.
Betaine functions as the primary conditioning active, drawing water into the skin surface during the wash and supporting osmotic balance in the outer layers of the epidermis. Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract from organic farming is the botanical complement : blueberry polyphenols with a documented antioxidant capacity, included at a level where they offer genuine protective benefit to the surface skin.
The fragrance accord leads with bright, high-pitched grapefruit supported by floral-sweet aromatic components Geraniol and Linalool, then deepens towards the citrus base note of Citral. Benzyl Salicylate contributes a light, powdery warmth to the dry-down. All fragrance-derived aromatic compounds are naturally sourced from essential oils, as declared in the INCI.
Provenance
A small-batch boutique skincare house, made to order. Every bottle is formulated and filled within two working days of your order, then dispatched from the fulfilment centre closest to you : our European facility for United Kingdom and European Union customers, our United States facility for North American customers. Because every bottle is bottled to order, what arrives at your door is at the peak of its actives : nothing has been sitting against light, heat, or oxygen for months. Two-day production is the price of formulation freshness, and the boutique standard we hold ourselves to.
Cruelty-free. Vegan. Gluten free. Natural certified (Ecocert COSMOS Natural).
From our community
Reviews and reflections
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Verified
Zesty but maybe too zesty
Grapefruit hits you straight away and lingers for ages on my arms, which is nice. Lathers well, rinses without leaving my legs tight or dry. There's a little blueberry sweetness underneath once you're dressed. Four stars because the citrus is honestly a bit sharp for evening showers,wakes me up more than I'd like before bed. Still really good though.
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Verified
quick and fresh
Use it after the gym,quick lather, doesn't need loads. Bright grapefruit scent, then a quiet blueberry freshness that stays on my skin.
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worth it
Pricey but it lasts. Smells amazing.
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Verified
really wake-up call
Makes my morning shower feel alive. Grapefruit opens fast, then there's a softer blueberry finish. Spreads easy over my legs. Skin feels comfy after.
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Verified
bathroom staple
For the price, it cleans well and leaves skin comfortable.
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Verified
love it
Creamy lather, rinses clean. Legs feel less dry.
Every OVESSI order is prepared once you place it. Your order is filled, sealed and labelled for you, then dispatched within 2 working days. Nothing waits on a warehouse shelf.
- ✦Made fresh
- ○ 2-day dispatch
- →UK 3 to 7 / EU 5 to 10 / US 2 to 5 days
In case you wondered
Frequently asked
Is this body wash suitable for everyday use?
Yes. It is designed as a daily hand and body wash for morning or night, with a cleanse that is efficient but not overly stripping.
Does it leave a strong scent on skin?
It opens with a bright grapefruit accord and leaves a light, fresh impression after rinsing. The fragrance is present, but it does not aim to linger heavily.
Will this dry out my skin?
The formula is built to cleanse without disrupting surface hydration as much as a harsher wash might. Betaine and the milder surfactant blend help keep the after-feel comfortable.
Is the fragrance synthetic?
The fragrance is naturally sourced from essential oils, with the listed aromatic components declared in the INCI as part of that blend.
Can I use this on both hands and body?
Yes. It is formulated as a hand and body wash, so it works well at the sink or in the shower.
When will my order arrive?
We start preparing your bottle once your order is placed and dispatch within 2 business days. From dispatch, delivery is UK 3 to 7 business days, EU 5 to 10 business days, US 2 to 5 business days.
Pair it with
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Small batch. Filled for you. Made in EU and US.
