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Dry Skin

 I can't say that I am a particularly brand-loyal shopper. I try different brands depending on what is available or what has been heavily advertised (I hate to admit) or what's on sale. When it comes to body lotions, I have found that I like Gold Bond for effectiveness and Nivea for texture.  Recently, though, I grabbed Dove because it was right there on the end aisle at Walmart, and I was too lazy  busy to go looking for the other brands.


Mistake! I really, really don't like it. I don't like the way it smells. I don't like the thick sticky feel. I don't like the way it coats my skin taking too long to absorb.

This is what it looks like after rubbing and rubbing. It took a full minute to sink in and disappear -- then left my skin feeling like a wax injected cucumber!

I wouldn't mind so much if my skin didn't feel dry and itchy within hours. Maybe I can use it for shaving lotion or maybe I can mix it with some oil? Maybe I will just go buy some trusty Gold Bond and consider it a lesson learned.


Comments

  1. MaebemeApril 21, 2022 at 10:49 AM

    My preference is Aveeno (and not because Jennifer Anniston is the spokesperson in a number of ads). Like you, I did purchase Dove once and found the same issue - it seemed to leave a greasy residue and was goopy.

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  2. DrumMajorApril 21, 2022 at 2:44 PM

    I've noticed too that some brands are just like glue. One well-preserved lady, older than I, told me her trick: after a shower or bath, dry off and simply put on baby oil. Brand X or Johnson & Johnson has been fine. I do use a regular lotion before putting on socks for the day, and on my hands, arms and elbows. Suave, Brand X aloe soothing lotion does fine and isn't sticky. I hate how the plungers don't let you get the last of the lotion in the bottle. I literally cut the plastic and use the last 2" as an open plastic jar in order to use the last of the lotion. Linda in Kansas

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  3. Linda ReederApril 21, 2022 at 3:54 PM

    Just give it away and stick to what you know and like. I like Aveeno. I buy it at Costco.

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  4. TomApril 21, 2022 at 5:05 PM

    We swear by O'Keefe's Working Hands (in a green cannister) or L'Occitane Creme Mains (in a silver tube).

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  5. Arkansas PattiApril 21, 2022 at 5:24 PM

    Ouch, thanks for the heads up. I will pass on that one. I have found Suave Moroccan Infusion(bought at the same place as your Dove
    really disappears into your skin and feels great.

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  6. Margaret (Peggy or Peg too)April 22, 2022 at 10:17 AM

    Good tip as I was about to buy some moisturizer for my body this weekend. I will avoid this one for certain.
    Homeless folks love receiving these if you are so inclined.

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  7. gigi-hawaiiApril 22, 2022 at 10:39 AM

    I swear by Lubriderm.

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  8. BarbaraApril 23, 2022 at 1:04 PM

    I don't think I've tried the Dove, but I rotate whatever is on sale and I haven't found a favorite. My skin is so dry, but I really do not like the feel of skin lotion. Damned if I do and double damned if I don't.

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  9. RianApril 27, 2022 at 4:10 PM

    We use Dove for sensitive skin bath soap and like it fine, but I use Aveeno for moisturizer and love it. Our dermatologist recommended the Aveeno.

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