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A bar can last months compared tobody washes, and these solid soaps also come sans plastic packaging.

Editors holding bar soaps

Collage: Gabrielle Langdon; Photos: Courtesy of Brands andGlamourtesters

Itsthaticonic in the bar soap world.

You cant go wrong with this classic, saysGlamoursenior commerce editorJenifer Calle.

Right out of the box, the smell is so fresh it fills my bathroom.

Dove Beauty Bar

Tested and reviewed byGlamoursenior commerce editor Jenifer Calle

Best of all, its gentle on my skin and I feel squeaky clean post shower.

She recommends looking for bars with ingredients like oils and vitamins that wont strip the skin.

This pick contains almond and macadamia nut oils, plus vitamin E to help soothe and brighten skin tone.

Dove Beauty Bar

Tested and reviewed byGlamoursenior commerce editor Jenifer Calle

A total must-try for smooth skin, IMO!

She also notes that this one is especially useful because its safe to use on the face and body.

As somebody with dry and sensitive skin, I find CeraVe products are some of my favorites.

Curie Hydrating Body Wash Bar Soap

Tested and reviewed byGlamourcommerce writer Alanna Martine Kilkeary

I like that the Hydrating Cleanser Bar is fragrance-free.

It lathered nicely and left my skin feeling very hydrated and clean, saysGlamourcontributorSarah Cassuto.

My skin is quite sensitive, so thats why I generally avoid harsh exfoliants.

Glamour commerce writer Alanna Martine Kilkeary testing Curie Hydrating Body Wash Bar Soap

Tested and reviewed byGlamourcommerce writer Alanna Martine Kilkeary

I used it on wet skin, and at first it was quite gentle and slippery.

But then it quickly turned rough like sandpaper.

This bar is a total treat if you want to elevate your shower routine.

Cerave Hydrating Cleansing Bar

Tested and reviewed byGlamourcommerce writer Alanna Martine Kilkeary

And shes not wrong.

This soap has become a staple in my shower, saysGlamours Kilkeary.

The scent is also so delicious, Im still thinking about it.

Glamour commerce writer Alanna Martine Kilkeary testing Cerave Hydrating Cleansing Bar

Tested and reviewed byGlamourcommerce writer Alanna Martine Kilkeary

Your bar soap questions, answered

What are the benefits of bar soap?

What is the difference between bar soap and body wash?

What skin types can use bar soap?

Cetaphil Gentle Cleansing Bar

Tested and reviewed byGlamourcommerce editor Jake Smith

All skin types can use bar soaps, depending on the ingredients.

What should you avoid when shopping for bar soap?

Avoid harsh chemicals, anything with artificial dyes or parabens, says Dr. Spearman.

Glamour commerce editor Jake Smith testing Cetaphil Gentle Cleansing Bar

Tested and reviewed byGlamourcommerce editor Jake Smith

Soft Services Buffing Bar Exfoliating Body Bar

Tested and reviewed byGlamourcommerce editor Malia Griggs

Glamour commerce editor Malia Griggs testing Soft Services Buffing Bar Exfoliating Body Bar

Tested and reviewed byGlamourcommerce editor Malia Griggs

Aesop Polish Bar Soap

Tested and reviewed byGlamourcommerce writer Alanna Martine Kilkeary

Glamour commerce writer Alanna Martine Kilkeary testing Aesop Polish Bar Soap

Tested and reviewed byGlamourcommerce writer Alanna Martine Kilkeary

L’Occitane Shea Butter Extra-Gentle Solid Hand & Body Soap

Tested and reviewed byGlamourcommerce writer Alanna Martine Kilkeary

Glamour commerce writer Alanna Martine Kilkeary testing L’Occitane Shea Butter ExtraGentle Solid Hand  Body Soap

Tested and reviewed byGlamourcommerce writer Alanna Martine Kilkeary