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In Bangkok, your arms, neck, chest and legs get far more sun than at home — and usually far less protection. Body care here is about three things: staying fresh in the heat, protecting skin from UV, and soothing it when you've had too much.
Thai body care has deep roots. Herbal salt and tamarind scrubs, turmeric and lemongrass have been part of Thai bathing traditions for generations, and they make some of the most loved souvenirs from the stall. Korean and Japanese body care adds lightweight lotions and body sunscreens that don't feel greasy in 35°C heat.
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In the heat you'll probably shower more than once a day. A gentle wash keeps skin clean without stripping it every time.
How to use
Lather with a mesh sponge or hands; rinse with lukewarm water.
What to look for
Lotions that sink in within a minute, so you can get dressed straight away — even in Bangkok heat.
How to use
Apply to damp skin after showering. Use richer creams on dry patches.
What to look for
Thai scrubs often combine salt or rice with herbs like tamarind, turmeric and lemongrass. They smell wonderful and make some of the most popular gifts we sell.
How to use
On damp skin, massage in circles for a minute or two, then rinse. Once or twice a week.
What to look for
Easy-to-apply sunscreens for the large areas people forget — vital for a day at Chatuchak, by the pool or on an island trip.
How to use
Apply generously 15 minutes before going out. Reapply every two hours and after swimming.
What to look for
Sandals, sun and constant hand-washing take a toll. Hand creams and foot masks are small luxuries that travel well.
How to use
Massage hand cream in after washing. Use foot masks or creams at night with socks.
What to look for
Even with careful sunscreen use, skin can come home hot and tight. Cooling aloe and after-sun gels make it feel comfortable again.
How to use
Smooth a generous layer onto cool, clean skin. Keep it in the fridge for extra relief.
What to look for
Buying guide
After a shower, while skin is still damp, a fast-absorbing lotion keeps skin smooth without feeling sticky under clothes. Save richer creams for elbows, knees, heels — and for the cool season.
Thai herbal scrubs are a treat once or twice a week. More often can irritate skin, especially in the sun. Skip scrubbing on sunburned, freshly shaved or broken skin.
Arms, the back of the neck, the chest and the tops of the feet burn quickly at the market or on the beach. Sprays and gel-lotions make generous application easier. Reapply after swimming or heavy sweating.
Routine
Wash
A gentle body wash in a lukewarm shower — hot water dries skin out.
Scrub (weekly)
A Thai herbal or salt scrub on damp skin, massaged in circles, then rinsed.
Hydrate
Lotion on damp skin, richer cream on elbows, knees and heels.
Protect
Body sunscreen on everything your clothes don't cover.
Soothe
Cool aloe or after-sun gel in the evening if you've caught the sun.
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Message us with your skin type and what you're looking for. We'll tell you what's on the shelf this weekend and help you choose — then pick up at Chatuchak Weekend Market.
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