Necessaire reviews and discussion

4.4

85% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Chic minimalist packaging presentation
  • Gentle sensitive-skin-friendly formulas
  • Sophisticated spa-like eucalyptus scent
  • Fast-absorbing hydrating body serum
  • Inconsistent lathering body wash
  • Underwhelming deodorant performance reports
  • Subtle or odd fragrance execution
  • Light hydration in some lotions

Nécessaire earns mixed reviews: many say the body care works and feels luxurious—especially The Body Wash (Eucalyptus, Sandalwood), Body Exfoliator, Body Serum, and select deodorants—while others find formulas average for the hype. Strengths include chic, functional packaging and gentle, sensitive‑skin‑friendly formulas; weaknesses include scents that fade or skew odd, variable lather/hydration, smaller sizes that empty quickly, and some products (deodorant, haircare, body serum) underperforming or irritating for certain users.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

312 reviews and posts

  • Really enjoy the products from Necessaire. I find the packaging and formulas to be excellent. I really love the fragrances. I was using the body serum for my face for a long time as it was very cost effective.

  • love this body wash - luxurious scent and sudses up well. bottle is huge so it lasts forever too! easy to use pump and pairs great with the lotion. a bit expensive, but worth it. no complaints otherwise

  • I’ve been very happy with this brand. I’ve repurchased the Body Wash in the scent Olibanum a few times now - the smell is great and it feels soothing on the skin. I like fragrance so much that I bought the standalone perfume version. I’ve also repurchased The Body Exfoliator. I don’t love the fragrance (only available in Eucalyptus) but I do like the results. I regularly use The Body Vitamin C on my chest and neck. The Body Serum and the Body Lotion both feel nice, but I think you can find very comparable products at the drugstore now. I did not like the texture/consistency of either The Hand Cream or The Hand Retinol.

    Verified purchase

  • I love this product! the smell and the feel is fantastic. You don’t get a whole lot of the benefits from the chemical exfoliate just because of how short of time it is on your skin the exfoliating pieces within the product are fantastic though it just feels like you have to use a lot of product to get the benefits for the price point I probably would choose a chemical exfoliate and then a physical exfoliate that’s a lot cheaper but just a ritual of using this project in the shower is fantastic.

  • I love this product not only because I think it has great ingredients but I also think it is so gender neutral that it’s a good gift for anybody especially when you want to put somebody on to a good product! I got mine on the TikTok shop for a cheaper price.

  • Their eucalyptus body wash is my absolute favorite - it smells amazing and I have repurchased many times! Knocking off a star, however, because the pump mechanism on the eucalyptus body lotion I purchased seemed a bit faulty (it wouldn't pump out anymore once it got to the end even though it seemed like there was still product in it), and also because it is rather expensive. I tend to wait until they have a sale (either Sephora, or they do 20% off periodically throughout the year) to purchase.

  • I've been using the Hand Retinol daily for a few weeks now and can report that it visible reduced age spots and discolorations on my hands. I'm in my 40s and hand multiple dark spots, see the image (I wish I had taken a before pic but imagine about 50% more spots). I feel much more youthful now that my hands better match the rest of me.

    Verified purchase

  • Necessaire is one of the best makers of body care around IMO. I’ve tried the body lotion, the body wash and the sunscreen, but I particularly like their body serum. It’s very effective but light enough that I actually want to wear it (normally I hate the greasy feeling of leaving anything on my skin, but this doesn’t have that). Sine I’m on a hormone health journey, I also love that they have unscented options (although the scents are super nice too). The pump packaging is also great and looks sleek enough to leave out.

  • I ordered the Necessaire Eucalyptus Body Wash and Eucalyptus Deodorant during a Thingdrop and I'm so glad I did. I may have found some new favorites. Bonus points for lovely packaging! The body wash smells amazing, has a great lather, and gave me serious luxury spa vibes. It's on the pricey side so sadly I don't think it will be part of my regular routine purchases but I would not hesitate to gift it to someone or get it for myself again as a ~*special treat*~. A minor detail but I like the sleek dispenser top! The deodorant goes on so nicely and left my skin feeling great. I've found that other "better-than" deodorants leave a paste-y residue or just fade really quickly and need reapplication more frequently than a traditional brand. This one seems to have cracked the code! No weird residue, my pits feel nice and moisturized and so far, the lasting power during the day has exceeded my expectations. My one critique is that the smell is actually VERY strong. I'm hoping that maybe my nose is just being hypersensitive to a new smell (I love eucalyptus but it's a lot) and i'll get used to it but if not I would definitely switch to a different scent or the unscented version because everything else about it is great!

    Verified purchase

  • Some of my favorite essential products! Absolutely love the deodorant and lotion, and the Santal scent is by far my favorite. It feels very gender neutral, and I’ve gotten many compliments from guests on how good the lotion smells. The lip balm is also a standout. It sometimes looks a little on the shiny side (so you can tell that you’re wearing product) but it’s hydrating and there’s nothing wrong with shiny moist lips!

    Verified purchase

  • From application to post-shower feel, this body wash stood out for its gentle, soothing performance. The formula is minimalist yet nourishing, free of added fragrance, silicones, or harsh surfactants, and includes ingredients like glycerin, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and essential ceramides or omega oils, all aimed at supporting the skin’s moisture barrier rather than stripping it. A few caveats to keep in mind: because it’s unscented and designed for comfort over drama, the “experience” isn’t as flashy as heavily scented shower products or ultra-foam gels, it’s more subtle.

  • I love the sleek, minimal packaging, clean ingredients and efficacy. The lotion is thick and rich, and while I love a good scent, it’s nice that this doesn’t have a fragrance that would clash with a perfume. Also love supporting B Corps who have the highest level of environmental standards.

  • I love the body lotion. It's super rich and moisturizing, but soaks in very quickly. Very nourishing and great after shaving as well. The packaging is also chic and well designed. I'd love to try other products.

  • Necessaire Body Wash: A Spa-Quality Shower Experience I recently picked up two different scents of the Necessaire Body Wash: Eucalyptus and Olibanum, and I'm genuinely impressed with the experience. As someone who isn't usually big on fragrance, I started with the Olibanum. It's often described as the closest to vanilla in their lineup, and it delivers a comforting, subtle warmth that is never overpowering. It's an excellent choice for daily use. However, the Eucalyptus—which I snagged during a Nordstrom sale—has been a revelation. Using it is like getting a mini spa treatment in the shower; I step out feeling incredibly clean and refreshed, with a scent that instantly elevates my mood. Both formulas have a luxurious, rich lather and leave my skin feeling noticeably clean without any residue or dryness. And on an aesthetic note, the brand's minimalist color scheme perfectly complements my other products and the overall color palette of my bathroom, which is a definite bonus. While both scents are amazing, the transportive quality of the Eucalyptus makes it my new favorite. Bottom line: If you're looking to upgrade your shower routine with a clean-feeling, high-quality body wash that looks as good as it feels, Necessaire is absolutely worth the investment.

  • Overall, I'm impressed with Necessaire. The products have minimal branding but look sleek and expensive. The products themselves work well and can be used for both genders. I like that most things the brand makes are unscented. The exfoliating body scrub is my favorite- it's gentle yet exfoliates well, and smells great. The little beads do a good job of scrubbing and the soap lathers easily.

  • I really like Necessaire products. Their body serum truly sinks in almost instantly, which is a common claim with this product category that I frequently find isn't actually true for most brands. I often can't be bothered to get myself to moisturize my body (even if it needs it ... ugh) so that makes the body serum a must have for me because it's so easy to slap on and go after a shower. I wait for sales or special extra product offers a few times a year and then stock up because the price point is very high. Too high for me to justify using the body wash as my everyday one, even though I like it. Necessaire products make great gifts because they feel quite luxe and like the kind of treat most people don't buy themselves all the time.

  • I like this brand more than I thought I would. I really love the body wash and the deodorant. I will say, the natural deodorant sometimes discolors my shirts, however, it always comes out in the wash.

  • I never thought I could be so enthusiastic about soap? I love this brand! The deodorant actually works! The lotion actually moisturizes - I gift it to everyone I know! The soap smells amazing, leaves you soft and glowing after? I think Olibanum is my current favorite scent but I was Hinoki pilled in the summer. Very excited to try the perfume. Using these products is my favorite part of my routine and feels like such a treat. I Stan <3

  • Great scent! Perfect for autumn/winter. It lasts longer than most other "clean" deodorants I have tried, meaning it lasts most of the day. I have reordered the Santal and also am now trying out the Eucalyptus since I loved it so much.

    Verified purchase

  • I love this brand! I use multiple products from their line as part of my daily routine; most often, their body lotion and body serum. They are great moisturizers and keep my skin super soft, especially right out of the shower. Most recently in the past year I've been using their Rosemary shampoo and conditioner as well. Highly recommend!