What It Is
Dove Essential Care Body Lotion (often labeled Dove Body Love Essential Care Body Lotion in some markets) is a daily body moisturizer formulated to hydrate and nourish dry skin, helping replenish lost moisture and keep skin soft and smooth. It’s designed for everyday use on arms, legs, torso, hands, etc.

✨ Key Benefits

Long-lasting hydration: Helps lock in moisture for up to 48 hours after application, reducing visible dryness.

Restores skin lipids: Enriched with glycerin and nourishing ingredients that help restore the skin’s essential lipids.

Soft, smooth skin: Leaves skin feeling softer and more comfortable from the first use.

Dermatologist-tested and cruelty-free: Certified vegan Cruelty-Free by PETA (formulation varies by region).

Fast-absorbing, non-greasy: Designed to absorb quickly so skin feels nourished without a heavy film.

🧪 Typical Ingredients

The lotion’s formula typically includes:

Aqua (Water) – base

Glycerin – humectant that draws moisture into skin

Emollients (e.g., Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Cocoate) – help soften and smooth skin

Paraffinum Liquidum – occlusive that helps lock in moisture

Vegetable oils (e.g., Helianthus Annuus [Sunflower] Seed Oil) – nourishing lipids

Tocopherol (Vitamin E) – antioxidant

Fragrance – for a pleasant scent

(Exact ingredients can vary slightly by region and size — check the bottle label for the most accurate list.)

🧼 How to Use

After showering or bathing: Apply to clean, dry skin.

Massage gently: Use circular motions from ankles up to shoulders.

Daily use: For best hydration, apply morning and/or night.

👤 Who It’s Good For

Dry or normal skin: Especially helpful when skin feels dry, rough, or tight.

Daily body care: Suitable for everyday use on the whole body.

Sensitive skin: Generally gentle, though it contains fragrance — patch test if you’re highly sensitive.