essano Body Wash

I received the body wash in the BBBE Gamble Box. I'm all about soap so I didn't hold much hope for this product swaying my loyalty. After using this for almost a month I still prefer soap but this is one of the only body washes I've come across in a long time that I probably would've repurchased if it wasn't for the packaging.

Despite the eye catching rich brown packaging it comes with a pump which needs a little tweaking here and there to be fully functional. I find when pushing the pump right down I need to wait for it to slowly come back up or manually move it up myself so I can quickly get more product. This pitfall makes the bottle too fiddly in the shower especially when you are nearing the end and you end up having to decant.

Bliss is a potent hit of coconut - the scent reminds me of a coconut liquer. Once I get past that then I detect a synthetic floral scent - neither smell like frangipani and paw paw to me but it's pleasant nonetheless. The product is a semi-thick gel consistency so it goes over the skin easily without being an overload of suds.

What surprised me the most was that after an hour I can still detect a light fragrance on my skin - I've never had that in a body wash before so I'm quite impressed. I would only repurchase this if it came in a squeeze tube/bottle to allow for a hassle-free shower.

Having a good body wash is one of the most important parts of shower time for me, and so when I got to try a new body wash I was beyond excited. I tried the Calm Manuka Honey body wash and it was surprisingly calming. In general, I prefer liquid body washes rather than a plain old bar of soap when I shower and this body wash exceeded all my expectations. I was a little skeptical at first because I have tried their skincare and it broke me out. So first lets talk about the smell, it definitely has more of a subtle smell rather than an intense one that fills up the whole bathroom, however I did enjoy the soft and slightly floral scent. I would've enjoyed a stronger scent but its not a big issue for me. I used the body wash with my loofah and I found that it lathered up really well with just 2 pumps and I could definitely smell it on me hours after a shower. I think this product would be great for people with sensitive skin as it has a very soothing and light feeling to it. The major downside for me is the price. It is more on the pricey side considering the size of the bottle compared to other brands I've tried, so that would affect whether I would continuously buy it or not. Overall I really enjoyed this product and I look forward to trying the other scents in this range.

This gentle body wash is amazing,it pretty much ticks all my boxes being virtually free of harsh chemicals,animal cruelty free,skin loving natural ingredients,made in NZ and really affordable.The packaging is eye catching and attractive with a modern look to it and looks like a premium product to me.The bottle is made from hard plastic but can be recycled and the pump lid makes it very easy and economical to dispense the product onto your palm or face cloth because there is no waste and it's mess free.The gorgeous combination of Jasmine and Fig along with skin loving ingredients,Rosehip oil and active mountain botanicals will leave your skin smelling divine and feeling soft ,refreshed and nourished.This is a generous size bottle which lasts a long time because you don't need to use a lot so you are getting value for money with this body wash.I would love to see Essano bring out a body spray or solid perfume in this scent because it is just heavenly .

This body wash smells amazing which is huge for me with washes Also love that it comes in a pump bottle, it's so convenient not having to muck around with opening bottles etc! It's so nice to have a lovely body wash available at an affordable price!!

Purchased the Coconut one on special. Love the packaging and the scent is lovely too. Love supporting our NZ brands and would like to repurchase.

For Essano being a price savvy brand I was instantly struck by the packaging. Very on trend, deep brown bottle with a pop of gold. Would definitely give higher end brands a run for their money. Even the pump action nozzle was longer and thicker than most - this bottle has curves in all the right places!

The lack of scent in this particular variety isn't a bad thing as everything else about this product makes up for it.

The lathering consistency is perfect on my loofah, it washes off nicely and after my shower I don't feel guilty if I don't moisturise, as this body wash leaves my skin feeling super fresh and hydrated - something I can't say about any other washes I've tried. My skin feels so soft!

I wouldn't say I have super sensitive skin, although now and then I can react to certain products but I find it must be the manuka honey in this that works it's magic and gently cares for the skin. I would feel comfortable using this on the whole family, as a 'sensitive' wash.

Would I use again? Yes definitely, however given I do like a little more scent in my body washes I would try a different variety from the range.

As a body wash this product fails for me. Format is thin clear gel like which doesn't foam up and does not work as a soap/wash. Wasn't absorbing into skin in shower.

I don't use my one as a body wash but do as a hand wash.

The Rosehip & Jasmine variety smells so so lush, lingers just the tinnest time and non drying. The 445ml pump bottle will last.

Fail but not fail, lucky for me. Probably won't buy again.

After having trialed this over the week I can say that this is definitely a family favourite now, and I will be looking out for it at the supermarket. The body wash comes in a generously sized bottle which will last a family a fair while. It's also got a pump application which makes it easy for everyone to use and makes it hygienic. The Manuka Sensitive body wash comes out as a clear liquid and quickly lathers up to a nice, gentle foam. It has a sweet and luxurious smelling body wash and makes shower time an experience. I love that it's made in NZ and doesn't contain anything nasty. Ideal for kids and something that they can use on themselves at shower or bath time.

I love using all of Essanos products. I have really sensitive skin and almost anything can even slightly irritate my skin but this body wash did not at all. It’s a little bit more expensive then the cheaper brands but it’s worth it quality wise. The only thing is the scents are not too strong and I tend to like a strong scent but other then that this product is excellent.

The Essano Manuka Honey Body Wash with Elderflower and Chamomile (Calm) is the so lovely. The packaging is simple and the pump makes it easy to use.

I really like the sweet yet clean scent, enough to relax me in the evening or perk me up a little in the morning. The liquid lathers moderately well and you don't need a large amount to feel clean.

I chose this body wash based mainly on the scent, however I like the fact it is not tested on animals and made in New Zealand.