I advocate for self-care since I believe it is vital for our health and state of mind. It helps us become a better version of ourselves by helping us find balance, re-ignite a zest for life, de-stress, and gives us a sense of empowerment. That’s why I’m excited to partner with Dove on this post! I understand that life can feel like a “one woman circus” for many women at times since it is a constant juggling act of balancing the demands of everyday life. We all have our commitments, obligations, and responsibilities, whether it’s with our children, significant other, job, volunteering, or social obligations. That is why it is our job to take care of ourselves to avoid feeling burned out.
With the demands of everyday life, it is easy to neglect other aspects of our lives outside of the family, work, and home, including practicing self-care. This is mostly due to the fact that some feel obligated to take care of everything and everyone else while putting our own needs on the back burner. It is not selfish in the least to put ourselves front and center when it comes to taking care of ourselves.
How do you handle all of the demands that life is capable of throwing your way? For me, self-care is being in the comfort of my sanctuary and pampering myself from head to toe. This is a simple luxury that reminds me that I need to press pause on the hustle and bustle of everyday life and relish in the moment. It is also a simple luxury that makes me feel beautiful.
Caring for Your Skin
Feeling beautiful gives me unwavering confidence that makes me feel like I can take on the world. That is why taking care of my skin is important since it helps me feel confident about my age as well as my appearance. I don’t have any qualms about my age, but I do want to age gracefully since Father Time is slowly, silently, and steadily ticking away. I strive to take care of my skin by wearing sunscreen, using quality skincare, and limiting my usage of makeup since it can be taxing on the skin.
I also take care of my skin by gently cleansing and nourishing it with quality cleansers like the Dove Beauty Bar. Some cleansers leave skin with a squeaky clean feeling, which can actually be damaging to our skin! I was surprised to learn that a recent Dove survey found that 86% of Dermatologists report that the “squeaky clean” feeling means your skin might be stripped of the moisture and nutrients it needs. Fortunately, the Dove Beauty Bar makes my skin look and feel healthy without stripping natural oils or damaging it in the process. This is why it is the #1 Dermatologist recommended Bar!
Dove gently but effectively cleanses and is cleaner rinsing than soap, providing women with soft, smooth skin. Its iconic Dove Beauty Bar, with its superior, mild formula, has remained essentially unchanged since its launch in 1957 providing the same great care and beauty benefits to women for more than 60 years.
Dove proves that a luxurious feeling doesn’t have to come with a steep price tag since its Dove Beauty Bar lathers beautifully. It makes me feel pampered and rejuvenated! Since I believe that using a quality cleanser is one of several ways to take care of skin, I’m going to share a few Dove Shower Myths that have been debunked by Dove Dermatologist, Dr. Mona Gohara.
Dove Shower Myths
Hot Water is Best
MYTH
Wave goodbye to those hot, long steamy showers: hot water can actually be bad for your skin. It can strip skin’s natural moisturizing oils, leaving it dry and sensitive. So, if you’ve been experiencing dry skin, stick to warm water in the shower and see if your skin starts feeling more hydrated.
Rough Scrubbing is Effective
MYTH
Dove Dermatologist partners report that women are often not kind to their skin in the shower, which can often become a place for harsh, regimented washing instead of a gentle, caring experience. Exfoliating is an important part of your skin cleansing routine, but it’s also important that you don’t overdo it. Harsh scrubs and loofahs can do more damage than good, so always use a light hand and be gentle with your skin. Also, look for a scrub that exfoliates and nourishes skin.
Tight Skin is Normal
MYTH
If your skin feels tight after washing, you’re using the wrong shower products. Dove doesn’t leave behind that dry, tight feeling that ordinary soaps can, which can be a sign of dry skin damage.
You Don’t Need to Moisturize Oily Skin
MYTH
This is a big misconception. Whatever your skin type, it always needs hydration in order for it to stay looking healthy. The Dove Beauty Bar is formulated with the brand’s signature ¼ moisturizing cream with skin natural lipids to help replenish nutrients lost during the cleansing process and leave skin feeling soft and smooth.
The Dove Beauty Bar is sold at mass, food and drug retailers nationwide. Suggested retail prices: 2-Bar pack / SRP $3.08; 3-Bar pack (3.15 oz.) / SRP $3.47; 4-Bar pack / SRP $5.49; 6-Bar pack / SRP $6.88; 8-Bar pack / SRP $9.39
Oooh I love a good myth busting post! I must give Dove a try. Thank you for your advice.
I use Dove body wash all the time. I’ve been apprehensive about using bar soaps in general, mainly because they tend to be more messy. I’ll re-look that idea.
I’m a big fan of Dove body wash. My husband insists on it! I love that we can both use the same product as it takes up less space in our shower!
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Great ideas, hot water is very tough on skin. I have skin that is on the oily side but I always cleanse and use a moiturizer to avoid over drying.
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Dove is by far the most gentle soap that I used. I think it’s perfect for people with sensitive skin as well. I love the scent of the pink one, that’s my favorite!
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I think your skin is one of the most important things you take care of. thanks for sharing this!
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I’ve always loved Dove soap, and I’ve used it for years. It always leaves my skin feeling super soft!
I love Dove so much. I’ve been using it for years. It always makes my skin feel so great. I started getting Men+ Care for my husband and son, as well, and now they’re hooked!
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I use Dove all the time on my skin. It’s been the only bar i’ve used since I was little! Love this brand!
I hate really hot showers so this is good news for me! I use the Dove bar too and I love it!
It really is so important to take care of your skin. I believe in using great, nourishing products, and eating a nutrient rich diet. I hope, between the two, my skin will stay in good shape for years to come. Love the advice about not scrubbing too hard. That one can be so tempting.
I’m glad you posted facts versus myths about skin. Dove soap is a great part of overall skin care.
This is really great information and a lot I had no idea about! I LOVE Dove soap and it’s honestly, the only soap that agrees with my skin
Dove is a great product! It is a trusted name that I have known and used all my life! I love the myths you debunked
I don’t think I have tried a Dove Beauty Bar before, but my skin is so dry this time of year, I should definitely try it out. I am guilty of taking really hot showers and scrubbing too!
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How interesting! I didn’t realize those were myths. I love Dove! It’s been my bar of choice since I can remember.
I’ve never tried the beauty bar but love other dove products. I didn’t know about all of the myths so thanks for sharing those. Very helpful.
I love Dove products! Whenever my skin looks and feels good I just feel good about myself overall!
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I LOVE Dove beauty bars and body wash. They feel so good on my skin and don’t leave me dry like most soap based products do.
Your skin is something we really are stuck with our entire lives! Might as well give it a good pampering and keep it healthy!
Dove is my favorite brand for deodorant and body washes. I always use to think that moisturizing my oily skin would make it worse, but it’s really the exact opposite.
We love using Dove soap. My oldest son has eczema and the doctor recommended Dove sensitive for his skin. It helped moisturize his skin and it was a gentle soap.
Self-care is super important. I try to make Sunday as a self-care day.
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I am so bad about self care. My doctor was just talking to me about this recently! I LOVE how soft Dove makes my skin feel.
I love Dove products but haven’t ever used their bars. I’ll add them to our shopping list this week!
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Skin care is so important and it truly starts with cleansing! I am a huge fan of Dove product including their body bars and their hair care! I also love their marketing campaigns that all women are beautiful!
Love all the myths! I’ve been using Dove for over 7 years! It’s the only one I trust!
I love to use Dove products! They make my skin feel so soft and helps so much with my dry winter skin!
I have used Dove soap for many years. I use it as part of daily facial skincare regimen. It leaves my skin feeling so smooth and soft.
I grew up seeing Dove in our bathroom because it is my mom’s favorite brand and it has become my favorite too. So great to know these myths.
I love Dove products. They really are gentle but do the job they are advertised for.
Taking care of your skin is so important. Winter months it is so much harder and this beauty bar looks like it would be perfect.
I’m such a fan of Dove products and love their beauty bars, so gentle on my skin.
Thanks for the post- it’s so important to take care of our skin! I love my coconut oil to keep my skin healthy!