Here are affordable men’s body‑care products with relatively “clean” ingredient profiles (budget-friendly, widely available in the U.S., and checked against EWG / clean‑beauty reviews where possible). I grouped them by use and included why each is a good value / cleaner option plus quick price guidance.

Body wash / multi‑use cleansers

• Dr. Bronner’s Pure‑Castile Liquid Soap (unscented or simple scented varieties) — versatile (body, hair, face, shave), plant‑oil based, and EWG‑Verified for some formulations. Great value because one bottle dilutes for many uses. (Price: ~$8–15 per 8–32 oz depending on size). (ewg.org)
• Every Man Jack Body Wash (and their 3‑in‑1 shampoo/conditioner/body wash) — marketed as naturally derived ingredients, fragrance options, widely stocked at drugstores; EWG lists product ingredient information (some surfactants can be moderate for irritation for sensitive people). Good mid‑budget drugstore pick. (Price: ~$6–10). (ewg.org)
• Method (Men’s line) or Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser — Method is an inexpensive, biodegradable formula often recommended as a budget option; Cetaphil is very gentle for sensitive skin (recommended in roundups of best body washes). (Price: ~$4–10). (byrdie.com)

Bar soaps / economical solids

• Dr. Bronner’s Castile bar or liquid (same multiuse logic above) — long‑lasting and simple ingredient list. (ewg.org)
• Dove Men+Care (body and face wash, or 2‑in‑1) — dermatologist‑recommended, affordable, moisturizing formulas that appear in “best affordable” roundups. (Price: ~$4–7). (byrdie.com)

Deodorants (aluminum‑free / natural)

• Native Deodorant (aluminum‑free stick) — popular, widely available, many scents, and EWG has listings showing ingredient breakdowns (scores vary by scent). (Price: ~$10–13). (ewg.org)
• Tom’s of Maine Natural Deodorant — affordable drugstore natural option; EWG lists ingredient profiles (some formulations show moderate allergy/irritation flags for certain ingredients). (Price: ~$4–8). Note: there have been isolated product‑safety reports in the press — if you have concerns check the latest company notices or product lot info. (ewg.org)
• Schmidt’s (natural deodorant) and Arm & Hammer Essentials (natural line) — budget‑friendly, widely sold, and commonly recommended as cheaper natural deodorant options (individual tolerance varies). (allure.com)

Moisturizers / body lotions

• CeraVe SA Moisturizing Lotion or CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion — affordable, gentle, fragrance‑free options with dermatologist backing (good for dry or sensitive skin). (Price: ~$10–18). (Often recommended in clean/gentle product lists.) (byrdie.com)
• Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion — oat‑based, drugstore price, gentle on skin. (Price: ~$7–12).

All‑in‑one / travel‑friendly picks

• Dr. Bronner’s (multi‑use) and Every Man Jack 3‑in‑1 — good for minimizing number of products and cost per use. (ewg.org)

How I judged “clean” and “affordable”

• I looked for products that are inexpensive at drugstores/retailers, have transparent ingredient lists, or carry favorable EWG / clean‑beauty mentions. EWG pages are useful to check ingredient‑by‑ingredient risk (e.g., Dr. Bronner’s has EWG‑Verified formulations; Every Man Jack entries show ingredient details and any irritation flags). For editorial picks and budget roundups I referenced recent beauty guides that list affordable, gentler options. (ewg.org)

Quick shopping tips

• If you have sensitive skin, choose fragrance‑free formulas or check EWG ingredient notes for allergy/irritation flags (cocamidopropyl betaine and some essential oils can irritate some people). (ewg.org)
• Multi‑use products (Dr. Bronner’s, Every Man Jack 3‑in‑1) lower cost per use and reduce exposure to extra preservatives/packaging. (ewg.org)
• For deodorants, note that “natural” aluminum‑free options usually allow sweating (they control odor rather than block sweat). Some people must try a couple of brands to find one that works and doesn’t irritate. (allure.com)

If you want, I can:

• Build a 1‑week budget routine (exact products + where to buy for best prices), or
• Check EWG scores for specific scents / SKUs you’re considering (scores can vary by scent/formulation).

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