# The Body Shop skincare Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/the-body-shop The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for the United Kingdom. The Body Shop is a British skincare brand founded in 1976 and owned by Auréa Group since 2024. [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Body_Shop) [retaildive.com](https://www.retaildive.com/news/consortium-aurea-acquires-the-body-shop/721566/) The Body Shop is beloved for its thoughtful cleansers and [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/serum), which draw on the efficacy of its botanical formulas. Its products suit oily skin and oily acne-prone skin best due to their clarifying nature. For acne-prone skin, the standout product is the [Tea Tree Oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/tea-tree), while for skin with dark spots, the Tea Tree Skin Clearing Facial Wash is the ideal choice. The brand relies on these targeted treatments to gently support a balanced complexion. - [Cruelty-free · PETA](https://crueltyfree.peta.org/company/the-body-shop-natura-cosmeticos/) - [Cruelty-free · Leaping Bunny](https://www.leapingbunny.org/brand/body-shop) - [Cruelty-free · Cruelty Free International](https://www.crueltyfreeinternational.org/approved-brands/listing/the-body-shop/) This page covers some of the most popular The Body Shop products; for the whole The Body Shop range, with a fit score for every product, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=brand&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pg7d751ba713). ### Other The Body Shop products #### Other products - [Tea Tree Oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/the-body-shop/tea-tree-oil/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — [£17.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01H1KBI70?tag=lovi-care-web-product-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Tea Tree Skin Clearing Facial Wash](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/the-body-shop/tea-tree-skin-clearing-facial-wash/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [£15.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B002K8W58K?tag=lovi-care-web-product-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) ## Questions and answers ### Is The Body Shop good for oily skin? Yes, The Body Shop is well suited for oily skin, with Lovi rating the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. The [Tea Tree](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/tea-tree) Skin Clearing Facial Wash and Tea Tree Oil both rate High to Superior for keeping oily skin clear and balanced. [Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, 2007](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17314442/) [Clinical Pharmacology, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30588129/) ### Is The Body Shop worth it? The Body Shop is worth it for oily, acne-prone, or combination skin, where Lovi rates its routines Superior. Prices on this page range from £15.00 to £17.00, and every product from The Body Shop on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. ### What are The Body Shop's best products? The Body Shop's best products on this page for oily and breakout-prone skin are the Tea Tree Skin Clearing Facial Wash and Tea Tree Oil, which both rate High to Superior for those skin types. Every product from The Body Shop on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. [Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, 2007](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17314442/) [Clinical Pharmacology, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30588129/) ### Which The Body Shop cleanser is best for oily skin? Tea Tree Skin Clearing Facial Wash is the best cleanser on this page for oily skin. Lovi rates this cleanser High for oily skin. ### Does The Body Shop cause breakouts? The Body Shop is unlikely to cause breakouts because the brand focuses on products for acne-prone skin, which Lovi rates Superior for that skin type. Tea tree oil helps manage breakouts by targeting blemishes. [Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, 2007](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17314442/) [Clinical Pharmacology, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30588129/) ### Is The Body Shop fragrance-free? Yes, every one of the The Body Shop products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, making them free of added scents. This helps keep skin calm by avoiding common triggers. ### What are the key ingredients in The Body Shop products? The Body Shop products on this page feature tea tree oil, which helps manage acne and oily skin. Lovi rates the brand Superior for oily skin and acne-prone skin. [Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, 2007](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17314442/) [Clinical Pharmacology, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30588129/) ### How do I build a The Body Shop skincare routine? To build a The Body Shop routine, you can use the Tea Tree Skin Clearing Facial Wash as your cleanser and follow with the Tea Tree Oil treatment for breakouts. Lovi rates the The Body Shop routine Superior for oily and acne-prone skin, and High for dry skin. Additionally, all of the The Body Shop products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients. [Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, 2007](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17314442/) [Clinical Pharmacology, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30588129/) ### Where can I buy The Body Shop, and how much does it cost? The Body Shop products on this page are available in United Kingdom stores. Prices range from £15.00 to £17.00, with most falling between those amounts. ### What are good alternatives to The Body Shop? Good alternatives to The Body Shop include BYOMA, The INKEY List, Medik8, Simple, Elemis, and Pixi, which also have pages on Lovi. Depending on your skin type, brands like BYOMA may offer a better fit, as Lovi rates the BYOMA-focused routine Superior for dry and sensitive skin. ### The Body Shop vs BYOMA: which is better? The Body Shop is better for oily skin, acne-prone skin, and combination skin, where Lovi rates its routines Superior. For dry skin and sensitive skin, BYOMA is the better choice, as Lovi rates the BYOMA-focused routines Superior compared to High for The Body Shop. ### Who owns The Body Shop, and where is it from? The Body Shop is a British brand founded in 1976, owned by Auréa Group since 2024. [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Body_Shop) [retaildive.com](https://www.retaildive.com/news/consortium-aurea-acquires-the-body-shop/721566/) ### Is The Body Shop cruelty-free? Yes: Cruelty Free International, Leaping Bunny, and PETA list The Body Shop as cruelty-free. [PETA](https://crueltyfree.peta.org/company/the-body-shop-natura-cosmeticos/) [Leaping Bunny](https://www.leapingbunny.org/brand/body-shop) [Cruelty Free International](https://www.crueltyfreeinternational.org/approved-brands/listing/the-body-shop/) ### Is The Body Shop good for dry skin? Lovi rates the The Body Shop-focused routine High for dry skin. However, individual products like Tea Tree Skin Clearing Facial Wash and Tea Tree Oil warrant caution for dry skin. ### Is The Body Shop good for sensitive skin? The Body Shop fits sensitive skin well, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for sensitive skin. The Tea Tree Skin Clearing Facial Wash is less suitable for sensitive skin with a Low fit level, while Tea Tree Oil offers an Average fit. ### Is The Body Shop good for acne-prone skin? Yes, The Body Shop is great for acne-prone skin because Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. The Tea Tree Oil [serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/serum) and Tea Tree Skin Clearing Facial Wash help clear breakouts, as tea tree oil is shown to be effective against acne. [Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, 2007](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17314442/) [Clinical Pharmacology, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30588129/) ### Is The Body Shop good for skin with dark spots? No, The Body Shop is not the best choice for skin with dark spots because Lovi rates the Tea Tree Skin Clearing Facial Wash Low and the Tea Tree Oil serum Average for this skin type. ### Is The Body Shop good for mature skin? The Body Shop is generally not well suited for mature skin, as Lovi rates both the Tea Tree Skin Clearing Facial Wash and Tea Tree Oil at a Low fit for this skin type. However, the The Body Shop products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients. ## Research behind The Body Shop's key ingredients - [Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/) Panthenol · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002 - [The efficacy of 5% topical tea tree oil gel in mild to moderate acne vulgaris: a randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17314442/) Melaleuca alternifolia tree oil leaf · Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, 2007 - [Treatment of acne with a combination of propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera compared to erythromycin cream: two double-blind investigations](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30588129/) Melaleuca alternifolia tree oil leaf · Clinical Pharmacology, 2018 - [Effect of a topical antioxidant serum containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and ferulic acid after Q-switched 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser for treatment of environment-induced skin pigmentation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32052907/) Tocopherol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020 - [Comparison of clinical and histological effects between lactobacillus-fermented Chamaecyparis obtusa and tea tree oil for the treatment of acne: an eight-week double-blind randomized controlled split-face study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25228478/) Melaleuca alternifolia tree oil leaf · Dermatology, 2014 - [The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017 - [A new topical panthenol-containing emollient: Results from two randomized controlled studies assessing its skin moisturization and barrier restoration potential, and the effect on skin microflora](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/) Panthenol · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017 - [Efficacy of a topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol for pain and inflammation control after third molar surgery: A randomized and placebo-controlled clinical trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32683390/) Allantoin · Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020 - [Subclinical, non-erythematous irritation with an open assay model (washing): sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) versus sodium laureth sulfate (SLES)](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11278060/) Sodium laureth sulfate · Food and Chemical Toxicology, 2001 - [Impact of dermal emulsions containing diacyl phospholipids, mono acyl phospholipids, sodium lauryl ether sulfate and polysorbate 80 in combination with UVA irradiation on human skin physiology in vivo: A pilot study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42617898/) Sodium laureth sulfate · International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2026 ## The Body Shop routines - 79% fit: [Routine for dry skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/the-body-shop/skincare-routine/for/dry-skin) - 94% fit: [Routine for oily skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/the-body-shop/skincare-routine/for/oily-skin) - 90% fit: [Routine for combination skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/the-body-shop/skincare-routine/for/combination-skin) - 86% fit: [Routine for sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/the-body-shop/skincare-routine/for/sensitive-skin) - 92% fit: [Routine for acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/the-body-shop/skincare-routine/for/acne-prone-skin) - 83% fit: [Routine for mature skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/the-body-shop/skincare-routine/for/mature-skin) - 87% fit: [Routine for skin with dark spots](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/the-body-shop/skincare-routine/for/dark-spots) - 80% fit: [Routine for dry sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/the-body-shop/skincare-routine/for/dry-sensitive-skin) - 93% fit: [Routine for oily acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/the-body-shop/skincare-routine/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) ## Similar brands - British skincare: [BYOMA](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/byoma) - British skincare: [The INKEY List](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/the-inkey-list) - British skincare: [Medik8](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/medik8) - British skincare: [Simple](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/simple) - British skincare: [Elemis](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/elemis) - 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