Will it remove sunscreen and city grime, not just sweat? — Planeta Organica Skin Super Good Natural Passion Fruit & Peppermint Shower Gel 500ml

The product description says this shower gel washes away sweat, sunscreen and city dust, so it is suitable as a one-step body cleanser after a day in the city, in warm weather or after exercise. The surfactants lift impurities and excess sebum without the drag of a harsh soap-style formula, so you get a cleansing pass without leaving the skin feeling overwashed.

In practice, a normal amount of sunscreen on the body should come off with a normal lather. If you have used a very water-resistant sunscreen or applied it thickly, give the skin a light rub with your hand or a soft washcloth, rinse, and repeat once on the most covered areas like shoulders, arms and legs.

• Wet the skin first, apply the gel by hand or on a washcloth, and massage gently until it foams.
• Pay attention to the creases and hairy areas where sunscreen often accumulates, like behind the knees, under the arms and along the scalp line.
• Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. There is no need to rub hard; the surfactants do the lifting.

If you have dry skin, follow with a body lotion after the shower. The shower gel refreshes and cleanses; it is not a moisturizer by itself.