Pros
- Made from natural oils
- Medium grit level
- Sustainably-sourced
Cons
- Might not be for you if woodsy scents aren’t preferred
Dr. Squatch will take you on a ride through the wilderness with their natural bar soap. With leading ingredients such as birch bark and pumice powder, this woodsy option has a medium-intensity scrub that’s easy on the skin and leaves you feeling smooth and revitalized. Plus, it boasts a fresh scent that is reminiscent of nature’s finest creations. We also found it to be one of the longest-lasting bars we tested, which is especially exciting given its middling price point.
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| Fragrance | Woody |
|---|---|
| Skin Type | All |
| Weight | 5 oz |
Pros
- Fortifying ingredients with moisturizing properties
- Deeply cleanses away dirt and oil while exfoliating skin
- Has a creamy lather
Cons
- Not formulated for use on face
- Over $15 a bar
Since 1851, Kiehl’s has been a trusted source for delivering products that perfect the appearance of our skin. And their bar soap is a part of said transformation. It’s responsible for sloughing off dead skin and dirt, while energizing the skin for a new feel. With key ingredients that include pumice, jojoba seed powder and pracaxi oil, it’ll leave your body feeling moisturized throughout the day.
| Fragrance | Sandalwood, eucalyptus, cedar |
|---|---|
| Skin Types | Dry to normal |
| Weight | 7 oz |
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Pros
- Pleasant citrus scent
- Rich lathering
- Soft on the skin
- One bar lasts a long time
Cons
- More expensive than other bars on this list
One of the biggest complaints about bar soap is that it can make your skin feel dry, but not this one. Baxter of California’s Cleansing Bar contains sunflower oil and glycerin to keep your skin hydrated and smooth all over. Plus, the citrus and musk fragrance produces one of the best-smelling soaps we’ve tried. Not to mention, we found that one bar lasts multiple weeks, although this is reflected in the price.
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| Fragrance | Citrus and musk |
|---|---|
| Skin Types | All |
| Weight | 7 oz |
Pros
- Dermatologist-Tested
- Shea Butter offers moisture for dry-dehydrated skin
- Charcoal helps remove dirt and grime to keep skin clear
- Formulated to help regulate oil production
Cons
- Doesn’t last as long as other bars on this list
For guys with oily skin or who sweat a lot, the charcoal in this soap helps soak up excess oil, purges dead skin cells and leaves you feeling fresh without that telltale tight feeling. Not to mention, it will help eliminate breakouts, leaving your skin clear. Also, it delivers a woodsy outdoor scent and contains shea butter, so it’s gentle on even dry skin. Not to mention, it’s been tested—and approved—by dermatologists so you know it’s quality.
| Fragrance | Shea butter and charcoal |
|---|---|
| Skin Types | All |
| Weight | 6 oz |
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Pros
- Contains dark rum eau de toilette
- Throughly cleanses and hydrates the skin
- Vegan
Cons
- Some testers found the scent to diminish over time
If “you smell good” was a bar soap, it would be this rum-scented version from Malin+Goetz. The product effectively purifies and balances the skin—leaving behind traces of the most divine fragrance. Not to mention, it hydrates while rinsing free of residue without irritation, drying or stripping.
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| Fragrance | Dark Rum |
|---|---|
| Skin Types | All |
| Weight | 5 oz |
Pros
- Long lasting for its size
- Fragrance free for those sensitive
- Formulated to help regulate oil production
Cons
- Some testers found it to have an overpowering charcoal scent
Despite only being 5 ounces, we found this bar to be as long-lasting as other larger options on this list, and in many cases, it had even better longevity. Its core ingredients of charcoal and kaolin help to remove excess buildup on the skin to reduce oiliness, while its glycerin moisturizes and restores balance to the skin’s barrier. The end result is skin that feels hydrated and smooth.
| Fragrance | None |
|---|---|
| Skin Type | Oily to combination |
| Weight | 5 oz |
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Pros
- All-in-one cleanser for hair, face and body
- Sulfate-free and non-drying
- Coconut-derived cleanser
- Carbon neutral manufactured
Bravo Sierra offers the most versatile soap bar on this list as it can be used on your face, body and even hair. If you’re thinking that you’d never use a bar soap on your hair, we had similar reservations but can confirm this works as well as a quality shampoo. This no-nonsense cleanser from Bravo Sierra works into a rich lather with ingredients like coconut and oat flour added to hydrate and soften the skin. You can also pick from several scents, although we like Sandalwood and Fig the best.
| Fragrance | Sandalwood and fig |
|---|---|
| Skin Type | All |
| Weight | 7 oz |
Pros
- Rich, creamy lather and gritty texture
- Free of gluten and toxins
- Gently exfoliates
Cons
- Smaller than other bars on this list
After trying this bar soap from Ursa Major, we quickly understood why it’s called Morning Mojo, because the peppermint and eucalyptus fragrance in this soap gives you a jolt of clarity in the morning, even before you have your first cup of coffee. It has grit to it, but doesn’t feel rough on your skin, thanks to moisturizing honey and coconut. Plus, the lather is super creamy and a little goes a long way.
| Fragrance | Mint and eucalyptus |
|---|---|
| Skin Type | All |
| Weight | 5 oz |
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Pros
- One of the strongest lathers on this list
- Incredible, masculine scent
- One bar last a very long time
- Paraben- and sulfate-free
- Includes anti-aging ingredients
When searching for bar soaps, you don’t often come across anti-aging options, but that’s exactly what Western Republic has devised with this wonderfully scented bar. Thanks to classic ingredients like aloe vera and glycerin, this bar soap not only cleanses skin and smells great, it also helps reduce signs of aging by softening and hydrating the skin.
Not to mention, it’s called hyper-foaming for a reason. This soap is by far the foamiest on this list, with an incredibly strong lather that not only feels soothing on the skin, but also helps the bar last for an absurd amount of time—which helped offset the higher price compared to others on this list.
| Fragrance | Tropic Rum and Nautical Sea Salt |
|---|---|
| Skin Type | All |
| Weight | 6 oz |
As the Style and Commerce Editor for Men’s Health, Joseph covers all-things fashion and grooming. Previously, Cheatham was a commerce editor for Spy, and he has written for Travel + Leisure.
Sean Zucker is the Grooming and Commerce Editor at Men’s Health. He brings over half a decade of experience covering health, wellness, and lifestyle. When Sean’s not writing about hair products, you can find him running for exercise, or toward the nearest food truck.
