Body Bar (5 pack) (Canada)

The Prairie Winter Shower Problem — Solved in Five Bars

In Calgary or Edmonton from November through March, forced-air heating runs around the clock, outdoor humidity drops to near zero, and a standard drugstore soap bar strips your skin of whatever little moisture it managed to hold onto during the day. The result: that tight, itchy, pulling sensation the moment you step out of the shower. The Nu Skin Body Bar is formulated specifically to break that cycle — moisturising emollients deposit onto the skin surface during washing, so you're not simply cleansing and then scrambling to repair. The 5-pack provides three to five months of daily supply, meaning one order carries you comfortably from the first Chinook wind of October well past the last hard freeze of April.

Who It's For

Best Suited For

• Dry or sensitive skin types who find standard soap bars leave their skin tight or reactive, especially through Canada's long indoor-heating season (October to April)
• Prairie residents (Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg) navigating extreme low humidity and temperature swings that deplete skin moisture rapidly
• Households that go through body cleanser quickly — families, shared bathrooms, multiple showers daily — where a single-bar format runs out at inconvenient moments
• Post-sport or post-hockey recovery routines where a gentle, non-stripping cleanse after cold rink air and sweat-then-freeze cycles matters for skin integrity
• Anyone wanting a simpler, low-waste format compared to plastic-bottle body washes

Less Suited For

• Those who prefer liquid body wash formats exclusively
• Anyone seeking a treatment bar with actives such as salicylic acid or exfoliating particles — this is a foundational daily cleanser, not a targeted treatment

Pairs Well With

• Epoch® Baobab Body Butter (CA$34.00) — applied post-shower to seal in the moisture deposited during cleansing
• ageLOC Body Serum (CA$55.00) — layered after cleansing for a more targeted body-skin approach
• Perennial Intense Body Moisturiser (CA$29.00) — a practical everyday moisturiser to follow cleansing during dry-weather months

What Makes the Body Bar Different

Most conventional bar soaps are formulated with alkaline surfactant systems that raise the skin's natural pH above its preferred mildly acidic range (approximately 4.5–5.5), disrupting the acid mantle and accelerating transepidermal water loss — a particular concern in Canada's dry-cold climate. The Nu Skin Body Bar uses gentle surfactants designed to cleanse effectively without that disruption, combined with moisturising emollients that are deposited onto the skin surface during the wash step itself. This means the post-shower dryness cycle — cleanse, strip, frantically moisturise — is interrupted at the source rather than managed after the fact.

The rich lather makes for a thorough, satisfying cleanse, while the bar format itself is practical for Canadian households: no pump mechanism to fail in cold conditions, no plastic bottle to run empty mid-shower, and a five-bar supply that means restocking is a quarterly consideration rather than a monthly one.

Key Ingredients

• Moisturising Emollients: Deposit on skin during washing for a soft, hydrated post-cleanse feel
• Gentle Surfactants: Effective cleaning without stripping the skin's natural oils or disrupting the moisture barrier

How to Use

Lather with water and apply to body during shower or bath. Rinse. Use daily. Keep bar dry between uses to extend lifespan.

How It Compares

Comparison based on publicly available formulation information. Ingredient bioavailability and in-use skin feel vary by individual skin type and water hardness.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does shipping work for the Body Bar 5-pack in Canada?

Orders ship from the official Nu Skin Canada warehouse. Standard delivery is typically 3–7 business days across most of Canada. Residents in remote or Northern communities may experience longer transit times. No membership is required to order from nubestskin.com/ca.

How long will five bars actually last?

Each bar lasts approximately 3–4 weeks with daily use, depending on how thoroughly you lather and how many people share the bar. A 5-pack provides roughly three to five months of supply for a single daily user — enough to carry most Canadians through the entire indoor-heating season without reordering.

Is this bar suitable for sensitive or eczema-prone skin?

The Body Bar is formulated with gentle surfactants rather than harsh alkaline soap compounds, which makes it a more suitable option for reactive or easily irritated skin. However, individual responses vary. Those with diagnosed skin conditions should review the full ingredient list and consult a healthcare professional where appropriate.

Can I use this bar on my face as well as my body?

This product is formulated as a body cleansing bar. For facial cleansing, consider a dedicated facial cleanser — such as the ageLOC LumiSpa iO + Cleanser — which is designed for the more sensitive and sebaceous skin of the face.

How do I keep the bar lasting as long as possible?

Store the bar on a draining soap dish between uses so it dries completely rather than sitting in pooled water. Bars that remain wet between showers dissolve significantly faster, reducing the weeks of use per bar. This is particularly worth noting in Maritime and coastal climates (Halifax, Victoria) where bathroom humidity stays elevated.

Does the Body Bar have a scent?

The Nu Skin Body Bar has a mild fragrance. Those with fragrance sensitivities should review the full ingredient list on the product page before purchasing.

Is this product regulated by Health Canada?

As a cosmetic cleansing product sold in Canada, the Body Bar is regulated under the Food and Drugs Act and Canada's Cosmetic Regulations, administered by Health Canada. It is not classified as a drug or natural health product requiring an NPN.

Works With

• Epoch® Baobab Body Butter (CA$34.00)
• ageLOC Body Serum (CA$55.00)
• Perennial Intense Body Moisturiser (CA$29.00)
• Body Cleansing Gel 500ml (CA$23.00)
• ageLOC® Body Polish (CA$48.00)

Sources & References

• Nu Skin Enterprises. (2024). Body Bar — Product Specifications. nubestskin.com/ca
• Fluhr, J.W., & Darlenski, R. (2009). Skin surface pH: Mechanism, measurement, importance. Current Problems in Dermatology, 38, 1–15. doi.org/10.1159/000231516
• Kraft, J.N., & Lynde, C.W. (2005). Moisturizers: What they are and a practical approach to product selection. Skin Therapy Letter, 10(5), 1–8. skintherapyletter.com
• Health Canada. Cosmetic Regulations — Food and Drugs Act. canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/consumer-product-safety/cosmetics

Reviewed by the NuBest Skin Editorial Team. Last updated: June 2025.

*Independent Nu Skin Brand Affiliate — not produced or endorsed by Nu Skin Enterprises Inc.*