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Everything you need to know about MicroMoisture technology - Dove

The Game-Changer for Dry Skin

Ever noticed how your skin feels soft and hydrated in the shower, only to feel dry again soon after? You're not imagining it. Every day, your skin barrier works hard to lock in moisture and protect your skin from the outside world. But factors like hot water, cold weather, dry air and harsh cleansers can weaken that barrier, making it easier for moisture to escape and leaving skin feeling dry, tight and uncomfortable.

18/09/2026

That's why caring for your skin shouldn't start after you shower. It should start in it.

Dove Advanced Care Body Wash is powered by Pro-Ceramide Serum, our breakthrough technology designed to help replenish skin's natural ceramides while cleansing. By supporting the skin barrier as you wash, it helps nourish skin where it needs it most, leaving it feeling beautifully soft, smooth and moisturised long after you've stepped out of the shower.


Why Your Skin Barrier Matters

Think of your skin barrier as your skin's protective shield. It's made up of skin cells, lipids and naturally occurring ceramides that work together to help keep moisture in and irritation out.

When your skin barrier is healthy, skin feels soft, smooth and hydrated. But when it's depleted, moisture can escape more easily, leaving skin feeling dry, rough or uncomfortable.

What many people don't realise is that cleansing plays a critical role in maintaining a healthy skin barrier. While cleansing removes dirt, oil and impurities, some cleansers can also strip away the essential elements that help keep skin moisturised and protected. That's why Dove Advanced Care Body Wash is formulated with 0% Sulphate SLES cleansers, helping to cleanse effectively while being gentle on skin, so your shower leaves skin feeling cared for rather than stripped.

That's why the cleanser you choose matters.


Skincare Starts with Cleansing

At Dove, we believe skincare begins the moment you step into the shower.

Developed with dermatologist-approved care, Dove Advanced Care Body Wash combines gentle cleansing with Pro-Ceramide Serum technology to help care for your skin while you wash. The rich, creamy formula and 0% Sulphate SLES cleansers help deliver a gentle, nourishing cleanse that supports your skin barrier, while the indulgent lotion-like lather leaves skin feeling beautifully soft, smooth and moisturise

Whether you choose Deeply Nourishing Body Wash for intensely nourished skin or Hydrating Care Body Wash with Aloe & Birch Water to help replenish dehydrated skin, every Dove Body Wash is designed to deliver superior care from the very first step of your routine.

More than a body wash, it's skincare that starts in the shower.


More Than a Body Wash. A Moment of Self-Care.

Today's shower is about more than getting clean. It's a chance to pause, reset and take a moment for yourself.

That's why Dove Body Wash combines skincare benefits with indulgent sensorial experiences. If you're looking to unwind after a long day, Relaxing Body Wash with Jasmine & Coconut Milk helps create a calming shower experience. Looking for a refresh? Reviving Body Wash with Pomegranate & Hibiscus leaves skin feeling energised and renewed. For those wanting a healthy-looking glow, Glowing Body Wash helps reveal radiant-looking skin, while Gentle Exfoliate Body Wash gently buffs away dullness for skin that feels smoother and refreshed.

Whatever your skin needs or mood, there's a Dove Body Wash designed to elevate your daily ritual.


Soft, Smooth Skin Starts Here

Beautiful skin starts with care. Dove Advanced Care Body Wash helps support your skin barrier while gently cleansing, leaving skin feeling softer, smoother and more moisturised with every wash.

Powered by Pro-Ceramide Serum and developed with dermatologist-approved care, every bottle is designed to nourish your skin from the very first step of your routine.

Discover the Dove Body Wash collection and experience skincare that starts in the shower. Because when your skin barrier is cared for, your skin can look and feel its best every day.

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