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Betaine
Betaine
An osmoprotective humectant that helps support moisture balance through the cleanse and leaves skin feeling more comfortable after rinsing.
OVESSI BODY
The Smoke : Ginger & Smoky Cardamom Body Wash
ginger & smoky cardamom body wash
A warm, spice-layered hand and body wash that lathers generously, cleanses without stripping, and leaves skin feeling soft with a light ginger and smoky cardamom scent.
£19
- Vegan and cruelty-free
- Made fresh once you order
- Dispatched within 2 working days
- Free UK 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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Warm ginger and smoky cardamom scent
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Cushioned lather cleans without stripping
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Skin feels softer after every rinse
Why this exists
Most body washes force a choice between pleasure and performance, giving you either a fragrant wash that leaves skin wanting or a functional cleanser that feels flat to use. This formula is built to avoid that trade-off. A four-surfactant cleansing system creates a rich lather at low concentrations while staying gentle enough for daily full-body use, and the blend is supported by Betaine to help maintain comfort through the cleanse. Quince extract adds a softening, conditioning touch that leaves the skin surface smoother rather than coated. The result is a wash that cleans effectively, rinses cleanly, and still feels considered in use : warm, spice-led, and suited to the small daily ritual of washing hands and body without leaving skin tight afterwards.
Inside the formula
The key actives
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Quince Extract
Pyrus Cydonia Fruit Extract
Adds a gentle polysaccharide conditioning effect that softens the skin surface without heaviness or residue.
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Sodium Coco-Sulfate
Sodium Coco-Sulfate
The primary cleansing surfactant that builds the formula’s generous lather and carries the wash across damp skin.
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Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
A co-surfactant that helps stabilise foam and keeps the cleanse feeling milder on skin.
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Coco-Glucoside
Coco-Glucoside
A sugar-derived surfactant that supports the creamy rinse-off feel and contributes to the formula’s gentle cleansing profile.
On the body
It lathers quickly into a full, cushioned foam. The rinse feels clean rather than squeaky. Skin is left soft, with no tacky residue and a light lingering scent.
The application
How to use this
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Dispense onto wet skin
Use a small amount on a wet loofah, washcloth, or palm. The formula is designed to foam generously at low concentrations.
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Wash across damp skin
Massage over hands and body, then rinse thoroughly. It is suitable for daily use as part of both morning and night rituals.
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Follow with body care
After rinsing, apply your preferred body moisturiser while skin is still slightly damp if you want extra comfort and softness.
What to expect
On the body, over time
Day 1
The lather feels fuller and more cushioned than a standard body wash. Skin after rinsing feels clean but not tight, even in drier or harder-water areas.
Week 1
The skin on arms and legs may feel smoother and less reactive to the daily wash step. The scent settles softly after rinsing rather than lingering loudly.
Week 4
With regular use, skin can feel consistently more comfortable after cleansing. The conditioning effect builds into a more reliably soft-feeling wash ritual.
The deeper detail
The formulation, the provenance, the standard
Formulation
The cleansing architecture is a four-surfactant blend calibrated for mildness. Sodium Coco-Sulfate acts as the primary surfactant, generating the lather body. Cocamidopropyl Betaine and Sodium Cocoamphoacetate function as co-surfactants, reducing irritation potential and stabilising foam structure. Coco-Glucoside, a sugar-derived surfactant from organic coconut and glucose sources, provides the creamy rinse-off feel and brings the formula's natural ingredient share to a level that qualifies for COSMOS Natural certification.
Betaine, the lead active, is the same osmoprotective compound found at the top of our facial serums : here it functions as a skin-conditioning humectant, binding moisture at the surface during and after the cleanse. Pyrus Cydonia Fruit Extract (organic quince) contributes polysaccharides with a softening and light film-forming action that smooths the skin without heaviness.
The fragrance accord opens with a sharp, warm ginger note that burns off quickly to reveal the earthy, smoky depth of cardamom. On rinsed skin, the finish is intimate and warm rather than loud : exactly what a daily body wash scent should be. The formula rinses cleanly, with no soapy residue or tackiness.
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. Allergen Label Free. Natural certified (Ecocert COSMOS Natural).
From our community
Reviews and reflections
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nice but fades
I do like the ginger and smoky cardamom scent and it lingers softly on my forearms after rinsing which is nice. Only reason I'm at four stars is the fragrance fades a bit quicker than I hoped, though the wash itself is gentle and doesn't leave me dry at all. Still good, just wish the scent stuck around longer.
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Verified
Bought for scent, stayed for feel
Bought it for the scent tbh but it feels really cushioned on my legs and knees and no tightness after.
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Verified
Lasts ages, feels great
Small amount gives loads of lather so the bottle's lasting well. I have dry elbows and this rinses clean without making them worse.
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really winter vibe
Winter market vibes. Ginger comes through first, then smoky cardamom settles in nicely. Used it after a chilly evening walk and it left skin clean without feeling stripped, though scent could be a touch stronger.
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obsessed
Ginger opens straight away, smoky cardamom settles in. Love it.
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 suitable for daily use?
Yes. The surfactant system is designed for regular hand and body washing without the stripped feeling many foaming washes leave behind.
Will it leave skin feeling dry?
It is formulated to cleanse without that tight, squeaky finish. Betaine and quince extract help the rinse-off feel softer and more comfortable.
What does it smell like?
It opens with warm ginger, then settles into a smoky, resinous cardamom note. The scent lingers softly after rinsing rather than staying loud.
Can I use it on hands as well as my body?
Yes. It is a hand and body wash, so it is suitable for both the sink and the shower.
Is this appropriate for sensitive or dry skin types?
It is made to be gentle enough for all skin types, including those prone to dryness or sensitivity. If your skin is very reactive, patch testing is always sensible.
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.
