5 Affordable Lotion Alternatives to Bath & Body Works – All Under $6!

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Your nose won’t know the difference with these Bath & Body Works lotion alternatives (but your wallet will)! 

four lotions in front of aisle at walmart

Looking to spend a little less on those signature Bath & Body Works scents? We’ve done the research to bring you the best lotion alternatives that still deliver that irresistible scent but for a lot less!

And if it’s the ingredient swap you’re looking for, keep reading to see our top cruelty-free and PETA-approved pick!

Grab these top 5 Bath & Body Works lotion alternatives at Walmart:


1. Bodycology Blue Denimsmells like BBW Gingham
2. Bodycology Strawberry Cheesecakesmells like BBW Strawberry Pound Cake
3. Scent Theory Light Up the Skysmells like BBW Into the Night 
4. Bodycology Hawaiian Beachsmells like BBW At the Beach
5. eos Shea Better Vanilla Cashmeresmells like BBW Vanilla Bean Noel


1. Bodycology Blue Denim

Light tropical fruits and velvety florals 

hand holding lotion on shoulder

One of BBW’s newer scents, Gingham quickly became a fan-favorite! It is known for its fragrance notes of blue freesia, white peach, violet, and clean musk. But for a 70% price cut, you’ll quickly favor this Bodycology scent with ‘velvety’ florals that match BBWs!

“I’ve been using the body spray for a long while now and decided to try the lotion. Smell lasts long and I’m grateful it doesn’t dry out my skin. Better than Bath & Body Works IMO at half the price.”


2. Bodycology Strawberry Cheesecake

Blend of strawberry and rhubarb, rounded out by warm vanilla

hand holding strawberry lotion

If you want to smell mouth-wateringly sweet, this Bath & Body Works is a popular pick, so popular even, it might sell out before you can snag one, so reach for this Bodycology option instead! Both have top layers of sweet strawberry rounded out by warm vanilla or ‘golden shortcake’ as BBW describes it.

“Wish I discovered this before BBW’s version. It smells amazing and much better than the strawberry poundcake scent at BBW’s with fewer chemicals. Wish Bodycology had their scrub in stores. Would’ve also gotten that too! Gonna try the body wash next!”


3. Scent Theory Light Up the Sky

Fresh & floral w/ notes of jasmine and yuzu zest

lotion on dark blue water background

Scent Theory Light Up the Sky Lotion $4.98 in-store only!

Bath & Body Works Into the Night $18.85

Bath & Body Works Into the Night Lotion has an alluring ‘night on the town’ scent with key notes of velvety rose petals and mocha musk. Although this description might not be exactly the same as Scent Theory, you’ll find that the overall aroma is right on the nose and work it for that UNDER $5 price tag!

“I saw on reddit where someone said that this lotion scent is an alternative for BBW “Into the Night” and IT IS!! I just bought the body spray and the two together are amazing. This lotion is so affordable at Wal-Mart!! Scent Theory needs to start making body sprays ASAP!!!!!!”


4. Bodycology Hawaiian Beach

Top layers of coconut blended with floral notes

hand holding hawaiian lotion

No matter what the weather, you can always smell like a day at the beach with Bath & Body Works At the Beach Lotion. It has notes of toasted coconut and frangipani blossoms, while the Bodycology version mimincs this scent with notes of coconut, fragrant peonies, and water lilies. Better yet, reviewers say that neither has that sunscreen smell! 😝

“I’ve bought and owned Bodycology perfume for years and I’ve always said if you want something that smells closely to Bath & Body Works down to the likeness and is less expensive then go with this company.”


5. eos Vanilla Cashmere

Fragrance notes of whipped vanilla, musk, and caramel

pile of eos lotions

When you want vanilla with a little extra somethin– somethin Bath & Body Works Vanilla Bean Noel has notes of fresh vanilla bean, warm caramel, sugar cookies, whipped cream, and snow-kissed musk. Huh 🤔 this sounds identical to the whipped vanilla, soft musk, and cozy caramel of eos!

But, not only is your wallet going to love this easy swap, so is your skin as eos is PETA-certified and made with 100% sustainably-sourced natural shea butter, and is gluten, paraben, and phthalate-free!

“Exact dupe of vanilla bean noel from Bath & Body Works. Delicious! And leaves you feeling silky smooth and NOT greasy at all.”


hand grabbing hawaiian beach lotion off shelf

Hip Sidekick, Amber, is a long-time fan of Bodycology & now we understand why! Here’s why she loves it…

I’m always on the hunt for a good scent at an affordable price and once again Walmart is the place to shop! I recently spotted these new Bodycology Summer Scents at my store and they smell SO good! :heart: I’m currently loving the body wash and I’m debating on grabbing the matching candle too! Have you seen these at your store yet? Be sure to smell / check them out! Your nose and your wallet won’t be disappointed! Hip Sidekick, Amber


Reuse your BBW or similar candle jars with these clever hacks!

  • Shipping & Terms

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    Walmart+ members score free shipping with no minimum on most orders! Otherwise, choose free in-store pick up if available near you, or you can snag free next day shipping on any eligible $35+ order. Or pay $6.99 for shipping for orders under $35.


About the writer:

Chelsey is a writer & photographer with both a Bachelor's and Master's Degree from Arizona State University. She holds 3+ years blogging experience not only for Hip2Save, but various other publications in the health, lifestyle, and education field.


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