Brand

Bath & Body Works

Bath & Body Works was founded in 1990 in New Albany, Ohio, as part of The Limited (later L Brands). The brand became one of America's largest specialty retailers for fragrant body care, home fragrance, and personal care products. Known primarily for its extensive fragrance collections, seasonal scents, and signature body care lines, Bath & Body Works operates over 1,700 stores across North America. The company separated from Victoria's Secret and became independently traded in 2021.

Drugstore Est. 1990 Columbus, Ohio, USA Bath & Body Works Inc. (publicly traded)
1 Products
10 Evaluations
60 Avg Score
1 Categories
Best Bath & Body Works product by condition:
Dry 82 Oily 45 Combo 62 Acne 42 Sensitive 58 Aging 78

Brand Philosophy

Bath & Body Works delivers fragrance-forward body care and home products that create sensory experiences at accessible prices. The brand's strength is its extensive, constantly rotating fragrance library.

Who It's For

Fragrance enthusiasts seeking affordable, scented body care with extensive variety and seasonal rotations.

Known For
  • Extensive fragrance collections and seasonal scents
  • Japanese Cherry Blossom, A Thousand Wishes signatures
  • 1,700+ retail stores in North America
  • Fragrance-forward body care
  • Candles and home fragrance
Signature Ingredients
  • Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii)
  • Cocoa Butter (Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter)
  • Glycerin
  • Vitamin E (Tocopherol)
  • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract

Bath & Body Works at a Glance

Strongest Categories

Bath & Body Works performs best in: Body Care (1 product, avg 60/100).

Best Conditions Served

Across all products, Bath & Body Works scores highest for: Dry/Dehydrated Skin (avg 82/100); Aging/Mature Skin (avg 78/100); Dull/Uneven Texture (avg 68/100). If your primary concern is one of these conditions, Bath & Body Works products are particularly worth considering.

Certifications

Common certifications include Dermatologist-Tested, Clinically Tested for 24-Hour Moisture, No Parabens, No Artificial Dyes.

All Bath & Body Works Products (1)

Frequently Asked Questions about Bath & Body Works

What is the best Bath & Body Works product?
Based on our scoring, Bath & Body Works Ultra Shea Body Cream is the highest-rated Bath & Body Works product with a score of 82/100 for dry/dehydrated skin. Good hydrating body cream with rich butter blend. Fragrance may limit broader appeal.
Is Bath & Body Works worth the price?
Bath & Body Works products are positioned at the drugstore tier with an average score of 60/100 across 1 evaluated products. Check individual product scores to determine whether specific products justify the investment for your skin concern.
What skin type is Bath & Body Works best for?
Bath & Body Works scores highest for dry/dehydrated skin, with an average score of 82/100 across relevant products. They also perform well for aging/mature skin and dull/uneven texture. Check condition-specific scores for the product you are considering.
Every Bath & Body Works product above has been scored individually for each relevant skin condition. Click any product to see its full evaluation, ingredient analysis, and usage guidance for your specific concern.