I have always loved Body Shop products; in fact one of my friends stated that I have a mini TBS store right at home. I have tried so many of their products and I love almost all of them. But one thing that I was never too keen on was their pricing. While some products are super amazing I couldn’t get myself to shell out so much money and waited for the sale season to pick up whatever I needed. I have managed to try out a lot of their products this way and one such product that I totally adore is The Body Shop Spa Wisdom Africa Ximenia & Salt Scrub.
The product claims to “This scrub gently exfoliates the skin, leaving it silky soft. Begin your relaxing routine by applying this scrub generously onto damp cleansed skin in circular motions.”
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My Experience with The Body Shop Spa Wisdom Africa Ximenia & Salt Scrub
I love using body scrubs, this also has to do with the fact that my body tends to get dry easily and using body scrubs helps get rid of the built up dead skin. I have a collection of body scrubs and I love them all, but if I had to choose a favourite it would definitely have to be The Body Shop Spa Wisdom Africa Ximenia & Salt Scrub. This range has now been re-launched under Spa of the World.
The scrub comes in a tub style packaging. While many may find the packaging not hygienic, please note that the product is thick and a tub is the ideal packaging. To use just wet your skin and slowly work the scrub on your body till the salt dissolves. You would in fact find the whole experience relaxing as the salts though abrasive, are perfect to work as a body scrub and feel gentle on the skin. The fragrance is awesome – I can’t stress how amazing it smells. It truly is an amazing experience and with just this one product you will feel like you had a spa session. After every use you will find that your skin feels soft and plump, even if you have dry skin you can skip using a moisturizer after this scrub. I am amazed at how soft my skin feels and I can say for a fact that everyone loves the feeling of soft skin. The price is definitely expensive but I have been using this over a year and I have still have some product left. If you still have doubts whether you need to shell out so much, the next time you head to a TBS store sniff the product, feel its texture and I can bet you wouldn’t think twice before picking up this beauty.
If you are interested in reading about other body scrubs I have reviewed click here.
The Good
- Great to be used all year round
- Helps get rid of dry and dead skin easily
- Leaves skin moisturized and plump
- Doesn’t feel too abrasive on the skin
- Smells amazing and like a mini spa session right at home
- Lasts a very very long time
The Bad
- Definitely super expensive
Overall verdict: 4.5 / 5
Price: Rs. 2395 for 350ml
Buy The Body Shop Spa of the World range on thebodyshop.in, bodyshop.com and Amazon
80 Comments
Wow! I was looking for a nice body scrub and here is your post. I am definitely gonna buy this one only. Great review dear 🙂
Akanksha recently posted…Celebrity Inspired Make-Up Look Series – #5 Deepika Padukone IIFA 2016 Bold Eye Make-Up
Thank you so much Akanksha. This is my all time favorite body scrub. I love how it makes my skin super amazing.
very pricey but sounds so good……..great review 🙂
aditi recently posted…Tvam Peppermint And Green Tea Aloe Vera Gel Review
Oh yeah this is a totally awesome product.
The scrub is so luxurious. Great review.
safi recently posted…Bio Bloom After Bath Oil Sandalwood Patchouli Review
Thank you so much Safi. The scrub is so amazing!
This seems great but will put a hole in my pocket 🙁
I hate that too. But dammit I love this scrub and I will purchase it again.
I have heard a lot of rave reviews about this scrub. Definitely putting it on my wishlist…
Archana recently posted…Monsoon Series – Review of Paperboat Drinks
You’ve got to try it Archana. This scrub will totally amaze you.
Hate when the most loved product is pricey..err but its worth it. Nice review 🙂
Swathi recently posted…Diana of london super star liner/eye kohl pencil : Review,swatch
It’s such a battle when products you love are so damn expensive.
Sangeeta I love this scrub like anything. I am in madly in live with it. I always keep going back to this one. It smells heavenly. Nice detailed review.
Yamini recently posted…Organic Harvest Green Cucumber Toner Review
Thank you Yamini. And hi5 – I absolutely love this body scrub too!
Looks like great product! I like to make my own with all the natural ingredients, but this one looks good too! 🙂
I like making my own scrubs as well but it’s nice to sometimes use ready-made products.
Sounds amazing! Well, apart from the price then.
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The price tag is high but I do love this product!
This looks so relaxing. I want!
Megha recently posted…NYX Hydra Touch Powder Foundation Review
You’ve got to give it a try Megha. This is an absolutely amazing body scrub.
lovely review, wish it was not as expensive 🙂
Jennifer Bobby recently posted…Iraya Saffron Elixir Review
So do I. Even on sales this is highly priced. But the pack I have lasted me a year which is a very long time for a body scrub.
Ooh I love the look of this. It sounds great! Gemma x
Gemma recently posted…Stylish Camera bag And A Giveaway
It’s my absolute favourite body scrub. I love how it leaves my skin super soft.
I will definitely have to find this!
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This is a must.. rather you will love this scrub!
Absolutely love this!! The packaging is so cute! 🙂
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Me too 🙂
Woah ! product is super expensive.
Most of their products are priced on higher side. 🙁
Nicely reviewed. 🙂
Alisha recently posted…Paneer Paratha (Cottage cheese stuffed paratha)
Quite a lot of their products are priced higher and the rates keep increasing but boy do I love them.
This seems a very good scrub. Like your detailed review. By the way I like the tub packaging.
Thank you so much Shumail. The new variant comes in a traditional tub with a screw on top rather than a flip open one.
Yes, price is the thing about body shop products. I love body shop too. This seems to be a nice product.
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This is definitely a hit product from The Body Shop!
It might be pricey when you purchased it but wow, if it lasted you a year then it’s definitely worth it in my book. Glad to hear it gives amazing results too.
Shireen L. Platt recently posted…A Closer Look on Vichy Idéalia Life Serum, Idéalia Day Care Cream and HAND Face Creams
That’s the best part. I didn’t know it will last me so long and I so glad it did.
Great Review hun…I am a in love with Body Shop products too…Love this Ximenia & Salt Scrub…xoxo, Neha
Thanks Neha 🙂
I am so happy to see so many fellow TBS lovers.
I love the packaging so much.. I would love to try this one out..
crazyforcosmetics recently posted…Freeman Pomegranate Facial Revealing Peel Off Mask Review
The packaging is amazing! I’ve used up this scrub and now I am storing small items in it.
Definitely expensive :/ but is it worth it? i prefer using homemade scrub!
Najah recently posted…Baroness Von Sketch Show Season 1: Review
Oh yeah this is definitely worth it. I love making home made scrubs but this is beyond amazing!
Tub looks vintage! It would be better if it was available in smaller size just so anyone can try out first 🙂
Mariyam recently posted…Lipton Pure and Light Green Tea Bags : Review
Unfortunately I don’t think it comes in a smaller size, but you could ask the SA’s if they have a sample of the product.
I love Body Shop products and there is no product I tried and didn’t love! But I hate it when a product is super expensive! Lovely review! 🙂
Yiota
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Thanks Yiota. I love TBS products too, but the price does hurt my wallet quite a bit.
This has been on my wishlist for a long time, waiting for some offer to pick it up
Preethy@Prettykooll recently posted…The Nature’s Co Mixed Fruit Cleansing Cream Review
Sales are the best time to buy some ranges from TBS, otherwise you might find the price quite expensive.
Whoa, the cost is sooooo steep. I definitely cant afford it 🙂 Nicely reviewed.
Try picking it up during sales Sudhaa. You will absolutely love this body scrub.
I love Body Shop Products, I have only tried a few and they were seriously very good but the price tag really turns me off sometimes. I too have dry skin and you are right that body scrubs really come handy to slough off dead skin cells. This scrub sounds very promising. 🙂
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I’ve tried a lot of body scrubs but none have impressed me like this one. I do wish they were cheaper, but I know for a fact that I will pick it up again.
Ouch it’s so exensive! But the formula looks great for sensitive skin like mine. Great review dear 🙂
Anurima_KohlAndStilettos recently posted…Sugar Matte As Hell Lip Crayon Holly Golightly Review, Swatch, FOTD
Oh it is great Anurima. Being salt based it makes for a totally amazing scrub and it has oils in it which moisturises skin.
Sounds great… I would love to try this but it is so expensive. Nice review Sangeeta 🙂
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Thank you Shwetali. This one expensive product that is definitely worth the buck and it really lasts ages.
Very well Reviewed Sangeeta <3 I don't think its available in India yet.. I would have grabbed it otherwise 😀
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Thanks Divya. The range is available in India. It was relaunched under Spa of the World range.
I would have definitely tried it but it is super expensive!! Wonderful review 🙂
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Expensive but better when purchased during sales.
Sure thing Charu will check it out 🙂
This scrub looks perfect..thx for d review hun…xo, NEHA
Thank you Neha. Have you tried TBS body scrubs?
The price is like OMG but as you said it’s totally value for money! I need to start saving money 😀 to buy this beauty 🙂 Great review Sangeeta.
Anamika(NBAM) recently posted…AVON SIMPLY DELICATE GENTLE FEMININE WASH REVIEW
This one is definitely worth saving money and splurging.
The SPA wisdom range from TBS is amazing. I have a bunch of their products, but this one looks so good. Will definitely check it out. 🙂
Astha recently posted…Johnson’s Baby Skin Care Wipes as Makeup Removing Wipes Review
I get a feeling you will love this range. And you will be amazed and how amazing your skin feels.
i always wanted to try this..but seeing the price i never ended up.. i rarely use body scrubs thats why..but it definitely looks great
I would suggest waiting for sales and trying TBS scrubs Purva. You will love it so much that it’ll become a part of your skincare.
Packaging is so killer 😉
And the best part is you can recycle the packaging and use it for storing something else!
The scrub sounds amazing but the price is too much. I love its jar.
GlamupGirls
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It’s expensive but totally awesome. I would suggest waiting for sales to buy this.
A mini TBS store right at home? Haha, I like that!
This stuff sounds amazing.
Carol in a Page recently posted…Bright Duos: Elementary and KIKO’s NEW Baked Eyeshadows
I can’t help myself when I go to TBS, I start grabbing products from all over the store.
Hahahaha almost 2500 for a body scrub…brands really go insane sometimes and this one tempted me so much, if it wasn’t for the price I would have picked it up….loved the review…
anubhuti recently posted…NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream Amsterdam SMLC01 Review & swatches
Thanks Anubhuti. I picked this one up during sales and I suggest you do the same.
I totally agree! I love a good body scrub. I’ve been wanting to get the brown sugar body scrub at sephora.
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Have you tried scrubs from tree hut? I find them decent for the price you pay and they have so many variants.
I love scrubs. I am currently using Victoria Secrets scrub, will defintiely think on buying this. nice review, the best thing is that it makes the skin plump and super soft.
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I’ve never tried VS skincare range but I’ve heard amazing things about it. I’ve got to give it a try soon.