Home Bargains' £2.49 shower oil hailed as 'incredible' alternative to £43 version

Home Bargains' £2.49 shower oil hailed as 'incredible' alternative to £43 version The affordable shower oil has nourishing ingredients shoppers say makes their skin feel 'so soft' - and many reckon it rivals a much more high-end version. If you're looking to stock up on your shower essentials without spending a fortune, Home Bargains should be your first port of call. The budget store has built a reputation for its incredibly affordable beauty, skincare and homeware products - many of which are cleverly designed to mirror pricier alternatives. One item has been causing a stir on social media, with fans claiming their skin has 'never been so soft' since trying it. The Eternite Almond Shower Oil costs just £2.49, yet shoppers have spotted striking similarities to the L'Occitane equivalent in terms of appearance, fragrance and texture. The branded version, however, costs far more, retailing at a staggering £43 per bottle. TikToker @rmserenity shared footage of the luxurious-looking shower oil on display at her local Home Bargains, prominently featuring the bargain price tag. The clip has racked up an impressive 286k views and thousands of likes, with numerous viewers flocking to the comments to express their amazement. One person said: "I have this! Didn't even know what it was a dupe of but bought it to try. It's incredible, my skin has never felt so soft." Another wrote: "I have the real and bought this one and they're both so lovely on the skin and smell lush." According to the packaging, the formula contains almond oil and provides lightweight, non-greasy moisture to nourish your skin while keeping it feeling refreshed. Simply apply to damp skin in the shower, massage in gently to cleanse and soften, then rinse thoroughly. While fans have been singing the oil's praises, some say that it doesn't quite measure up to the more premium L'Occitane version. In response to a question about the scent's staying power on a separate video, the creator said: "It's not as long lasting as the L'Occitane one no, but it still has a good noticeable scent, foams the same and leaves the skin soft." The Home Bargains shower oil isn't available to buy online, meaning you'll need to pop into your nearest branch to pick up a bottle. If you'd rather splash out on the original, it'll set you back £43 from L'Occitane. For those who prefer a richer shower gel, the Body Shop's Almond Milk Shower Cream is a decent alternative, retailing at £8.50 for a medium-sized bottle. Oliver Bonas is also currently offering a Sweet Almond Shower Gel, which comes in at a slightly steeper £9.50.