The first step to finding the perfect botanical body wash is determining your skin type. If you have oily skin or acne-prone skin, washes that contain some kind of antibacterial medication might be right for you. The salicylic acid in the body wash is very effective at removing oils from your skin. Naturally, you would avoid such a wash if you tend to have very dry skin. In such case, body washes or shower gels that contain a moisturizing complex will be your new best friend. The key to look for in moisturizing washes are emollients and stay away from any kind of heavy detergent. A formula containing glycolic acid acts as an exfoliant so that might be something to look for when checking the ingredients of your next body wash.