Cardamom Zen

Probiotics Body Wash

4.7 (64)

Balances skin biome, to tackle dry skin, acne, body odour

₹782₹889(Inclusive of all taxes)

Size: 200ml

1
Dermatologically Tested
100% Natural
Cruelty Free

Cardamom Zen Probiotics Body Wash is made with a proprietary Biotics System™ of Prebiotic, Postbiotics and Probiotic Lysate to restore the skin's microbiome. Most soaps and body washes don't just clean your skin, they strip it. Harsh surfactants and synthetic perfumes remove the good bacteria your skin depends on, disrupting the microbiome and causing skin issues ranging from dryness and acne to body odour, KP, and dermatitis. The Probiotics Body Wash fixes this - it actively restores good bacteria while it cleanses. Made from plant-derived surfactants and zero artificial perfumes, this body wash is built on an Aloe Vera and Himalayan Apricot Oil base, not water. Suitable for sensitive to normal skin.

• Skin microbiome friendly
• pH-balanced
• For normal and sensitive skin
• Naturally derived
• No artificial perfumes
• Dermatologist Tested
• Soothing warm cardamom aroma

Soothes Dry & Itchy Skin
Plant-based surfactants cleanse without stripping moisture while Himalayan Apricot Kernel Oil and Aloe Vera replenish the skin barrier, relieving the dryness and itch that conventional body washes leave behind

Smoothens Bumpy Skin
Citric Acid gently exfoliates dead skin cells while Himalayan Apricot Kernel Oil continuously soften the uneven texture that causes rough, bumpy skin

Prevents Body Acne
Prebiotics, Postbiotics and Probiotic Lysate support good bacteria on the skin while Black Pepper Oil brings anti-inflammatory properties that help keep body breakouts in check

Protects & Renews Skin
Beta Glucan and Lactococcus Ferment Lysate support the skin's natural renewal process, and Vitamin E neutralises free radicals that cause dullness and uneven skin, leaving skin looking healthier

Neutralizes Body Odor
Prebiotics, Postbiotics and Probiotic Lysate outcompete odor-causing bacteria on the skin, addressing body odor at the source rather than masking it

Calms Sensitive Skin
Formulated without sulfates, artificial fragrance or known irritants, its pH-balanced formula with Aloe Vera and plant surfactants is gentle enough for the most reactive skin types

Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe vera) Leaf Extract, Coco Glucoside, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Cetyl Betaine, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Olivate (and) Sorbitan Olivate, Glyceryl Caprylate (and) Glyceryl Undecylenate, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Inulin (and) Yogurt Powder, Beta Glucan, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Sodium Gluconate, Vitamin E, Elettaria cardamomum (Cardamom) Seed Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Bud Oil, Capsicum Annum (Capsicum) Oil, Piper Nigrum (Black Pepper) Oil, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid

Can I use this for sensitive skin?
Yes if you have sensitive skin, then use this variant

Cardamom Zen

Probiotics Body Wash

4.7 (64)
Balances skin biome, to tackle dry skin, acne, body odour
₹782 ₹889 (Inclusive of all taxes)

Size: 200ml

1
1

Cardamom Zen Probiotics Body Wash is made with a proprietary Biotics System™ of Prebiotic, Postbiotics and Probiotic Lysate to restore the skin's microbiome. Most soaps and body washes don't just clean your skin, they strip it. Harsh surfactants and synthetic perfumes remove the good bacteria your skin depends on, disrupting the microbiome and causing skin issues ranging from dryness and acne to body odour, KP, and dermatitis. The Probiotics Body Wash fixes this - it actively restores good bacteria while it cleanses. Made from plant-derived surfactants and zero artificial perfumes, this body wash is built on an Aloe Vera and Himalayan Apricot Oil base, not water. Suitable for sensitive to normal skin.

• Skin microbiome friendly
• pH-balanced
• For normal and sensitive skin
• Naturally derived
• No artificial perfumes
• Dermatologist Tested
• Soothing warm cardamom aroma

Soothes Dry & Itchy Skin
Plant-based surfactants cleanse without stripping moisture while Himalayan Apricot Kernel Oil and Aloe Vera replenish the skin barrier, relieving the dryness and itch that conventional body washes leave behind

Smoothens Bumpy Skin
Citric Acid gently exfoliates dead skin cells while Himalayan Apricot Kernel Oil continuously soften the uneven texture that causes rough, bumpy skin

Prevents Body Acne
Prebiotics, Postbiotics and Probiotic Lysate support good bacteria on the skin while Black Pepper Oil brings anti-inflammatory properties that help keep body breakouts in check

Protects & Renews Skin
Beta Glucan and Lactococcus Ferment Lysate support the skin's natural renewal process, and Vitamin E neutralises free radicals that cause dullness and uneven skin, leaving skin looking healthier

Neutralizes Body Odor
Prebiotics, Postbiotics and Probiotic Lysate outcompete odor-causing bacteria on the skin, addressing body odor at the source rather than masking it

Calms Sensitive Skin
Formulated without sulfates, artificial fragrance or known irritants, its pH-balanced formula with Aloe Vera and plant surfactants is gentle enough for the most reactive skin types

Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe vera) Leaf Extract, Coco Glucoside, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Cetyl Betaine, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Olivate (and) Sorbitan Olivate, Glyceryl Caprylate (and) Glyceryl Undecylenate, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Inulin (and) Yogurt Powder, Beta Glucan, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Sodium Gluconate, Vitamin E, Elettaria cardamomum (Cardamom) Seed Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Bud Oil, Capsicum Annum (Capsicum) Oil, Piper Nigrum (Black Pepper) Oil, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid

Can I use this for sensitive skin?
Yes, if you have sensitive skin then use this variant

Real User Results

Before and After
Before and After

Clinical Results

50%  

reduction in hair fall after 28 days

100%

agree that hair is smoother and shinier

100%

agree that hair is less frizzy and more manageable
50%   reduction in hair fall after 28 days
100% agree that hair is smoother and shinier
100% agree that hair is less frizzy and more manageable

Key Ingredients

Lactococcus Ferment Lysate

A fermented bacteria extract that reinforces the skin's microbiome, reduces inflammation, and supports skin barrier recovery.

Inulin & Yogurt Powder

Inulin is a plant-derived fibre that feeds beneficial bacteria on the skin's surface; yogurt powder delivers lactic acid bacteria that help sustain a healthy microbial balance.

Beta Glucan

Activates the skin's natural immune response, reduces moisture loss, and helps calm reactive, sensitive skin.

Vitamin E

Neutralises free radicals generated during skin turnover, supporting skin recovery.

Aloe Vera

Forms a moisture-retaining layer on the skin, soothes irritation, and supports skin barrier integrity.

Apricot Kernel Oil

Cold-pressed Himalayan Apricot Oil is high in oleic and linoleic acid, this cold-pressed Himalayan oil absorbs rapidly, softening dry skin and eliminating the tight, stripped feeling after washing.

Glycerin

Draws water into the skin from the environment, maintaining hydration levels throughout the day

Coco Glucoside

Derived from coconut and fruit sugars, it removes dirt and excess oil gently without disrupting the skin's natural pH.

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

A coconut-derived cleanser that produces a rich, creamy lather while remaining gentle enough for sensitive and eczema-prone skin.

Cetyl Betaine

A plant-derived cleanser that conditions the skin as it cleans, reducing irritation caused by other cleansing ingredients in the formula.

Cardamom

Has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties that keep body odour-causing and acne-causing bacteria in check.

Clove

Known for its antimicrobial benefits, it helps keep skin clear and free from blemish-causing bacteria.

Black Pepper

Has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce redness and calm active breakouts on the body.

Capsicum

Stimulates circulation at the skin's surface, helping nutrients reach skin cells more effectively and supporting an even, healthy complexion over time.

How To Use

How to use HM Love Hair Oil

Daily, in the shower

• Pump onto hand or directly on wet skin
• Massage until creamy texture has a soft lather
• Apply all over body
• We recommend using Velvet Spray right after
• Rinse off, pat dry

Why we are better

Why we are better Why we are better

Process of Bringing Probiotics Body Wash to Life

Step 1

Your skin is home to trillions of bacteria, fungi, and microorganisms. Most of them are doing exactly what they should, protecting you. Most body washes don't know the difference.

Step 2

This ecosystem is called the skin microbiome. It regulates pH, fights harmful pathogens, controls inflammation, and keeps your skin barrier intact. When it's balanced, your skin behaves. When it isn't dryness, odour, acne, KP, and dermatitis follow.

Step 3

Conventional body washes are formulated with harsh surfactants and synthetic perfumes that strip everything, good bacteria included. Every wash disrupts the microbiome a little more. Over time, the damage compounds.

Step 4

We built the 3 Biotics System™ to reverse this. Probiotics introduce beneficial bacteria back into the skin environment. Prebiotics feed and sustain them. Postbiotics - the active byproducts of fermentation - directly strengthen the skin barrier.

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Meet the all-women co-founder team of Hibiscus Monkey. We are a twin-daughter and mother trio.

Mona Mehta

Is a Chartered Accountant by profession. She worked as a corporate banker at HSBC and later as a consultant for the World Bank.

Roshni Mehta

Previously worked in the Government of India and earlier as a management consultant in New York (Monitor Deloitte). She got a double MBA and Master in Public Policy jointly at MIT and Harvard. She completed her undergraduate degree at Cornell University.

Naina Mehta

Previously worked at Unilever as a marketer in skin care, and earlier as a management consultant in New York (Monitor Deloitte). She got her MBA at Harvard Business School and completed her undergraduate degree in Engineering from MIT (Cambridge, USA).

Frequently Asked Questions

A probiotic body wash supports beneficial bacteria to the skin's surface microbiome, the ecosystem of trillions of microorganisms that regulate skin health, barrier function, inflammation, and odour. Cardamom Zen Probiotics Body Wash uses the 3Biotics System™: Probiotic Lysate (Lactococcus Ferment Lysate), Prebiotics (Inulin and Yogurt Powder, which feed those bacteria), and Postbiotics (Beta Glucan, the active byproducts of bacterial fermentation that directly strengthen the skin barrier and calm inflammation). Most body washes destroy this ecosystem. Cardamom Zen Probiotics Body Wash actively rebuilds it while cleansing.

Body odour is not caused by sweat itself. It occurs when bacteria on the skin surface metabolise proteins in sweat into odorant compounds. Most body washes use synthetic fragrance to mask this smell; the odour returns within hours because the bacteria causing it have not been addressed. Cardamom Zen Probiotics Body Washes' 3BioticsSystem™ takes a different approach: it rebalances the skin microbiome so beneficial bacteria outcompete odour-causing strains at source. With daily use, the microbial environment shifts away from odour-producing bacteria over two to four weeks, reducing body odour rather than just covering it.

Yes. Cardamom Zen Probiotics Body Wash contains no SLS, SLES, or any sulphate-based surfactant. It uses three plant-derived cleansers such as Coco Glucoside (from coconut and fruit sugars), Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (coconut-derived), and Cetyl Betaine (plant-derived), which cleanse effectively without stripping the skin's natural oils or disrupting its pH. It contains no artificial perfumes, no parabens, and no mineral oils. It is dermatologist tested and pH-balanced for sensitive skin. Aloe Vera in the base soothes any post-wash dryness or irritation. It is one of the gentlest cleansing formulas available for the body.

Yes. Cardamom Zen Probiotics Body Wash is formulated to address body acne at its root cause. Body acne develops when acne-causing bacteria dominate the skin's microbiome, clogging hair follicles and triggering breakouts on the chest, back, and upper arms. The 3 Biotics System in Cardamom Zen contains Lactococcus Ferment Lysate (a probiotic lysate), Prebiotics (Inulin and Yogurt Powder), and Postbiotics (Beta Glucan), which together repopulate the skin with beneficial bacteria that outcompete acne-causing strains at source rather than simply stripping the skin clean. Three botanicals in the formula target active breakouts directly: Cardamom Seed Oil and Clove Bud Oil have antimicrobial properties that inhibit acne-causing bacteria, while Black Pepper Oil reduces the redness and inflammation of existing breakouts. Citric Acid gently exfoliates the dead skin cells that clog follicles. Cardamom Zen is sulphate-free, contains no artificial perfumes, and is built on an Aloe Vera and Himalayan Apricot Oil base rather than water. It is pH-balanced and dermatologist tested, making it safe for daily use on sensitive, acne-prone skin.

Yes. Body acne is caused by a disrupted skin microbiome when odour and acne-causing bacteria dominate, follicle infection and inflammation follow. Cardamom Zen's Biotics System™ rebalances the microbiome so beneficial bacteria outcompete the acne-causing strains. Black Pepper Oil has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce redness and calm active breakouts. Cardamom Seed Oil has antimicrobial properties that specifically target the bacteria associated with body acne. The Citric Acid in the formula gently exfoliates dead skin cells that clog follicles. Used daily, it addresses body acne at the microbial root rather than masking it.

Cardamom Zen Probiotic Body Wash contributes to KP management in two ways. Citric Acid in the formula gently exfoliates dead skin cells that contribute to KP's rough, bumpy texture during cleansing. The 3 Biotics System™ helps maintain a balanced skin microbiome, which reduces the inflammation that makes KP bumps more visible and reactive. For more targeted KP treatment, use Cardamom Zen daily as your body wash and follow in the same shower with Velvet Spray Squalane, which contains plant-derived salicylic acid for deeper follicle exfoliation for a comprehensive two-product KP routine.

Most moisturising body washes add conditioning agents to a water-and-surfactant base to leave skin feeling softer after washing, but this softness lasts only a few hours and does nothing for the skin's barrier or microbiome. Cardamom ZenProbiotic Body Wash replaces water as the base with Aloe Vera Leaf Extract and cold-pressed Himalayan Apricot Oil, which are both active ingredients. Aloe Vera maintains a moisture-retaining layer on the skin post-wash; Apricot Oil absorbs rapidly to eliminate the stripped feeling. The 3 Biotics System™ then actively rebuilds the bacterial ecosystem that conventional body washes destroy. The result is skin that is genuinely healthier over time and not just momentarily softer.