Dove body wash in Kenya: which one for your skin, and prices

Dove is one of the easiest brands to find in Kenya, but the range is bigger than most people think: creamy body washes, a fragrance-free baby wash, the classic beauty bar, body scrubs and lotions. Picking the wrong one is usually why people say Dove feels too heavy, or does nothing. Here is which Dove wash or lotion suits which skin, and what each one costs today.

What to look for

• Dry skin: a creamy wash, ideally with shea butter, rather than a foamy gel.
• Sensitive skin, or skin that reacts to perfume: a fragrance-free wash.
• Rough, dull or bumpy skin: a body scrub once or twice a week, not every day.
• After the shower: a lotion on slightly damp skin. A good wash keeps skin comfortable, but the lotion does most of the moisturising.

Our picks

For dry skin: Dove Calming Caring Bath Shea Butter and Vanilla

Dove Calming Caring Bath Shea Butter and Vanilla 450ml is a creamy body wash with shea butter and a warm vanilla scent. It suits most skin types and is a good everyday choice if your skin feels tight after bathing, which is common in the dry months in Nairobi.

For sensitive skin and the whole family: Baby Dove Head to Toe Wash

Baby Dove Head to Toe Wash Fragrance Free 400ml has no fragrance, so it is the one to choose if your skin turns red or itchy with perfumed products. It is made for babies, from hair to toes, but many adults with sensitive skin use it too. One bottle can do the whole household.

For small budgets and travel: Dove Original Beauty Bar

Dove Original Beauty Bar 90g is the classic Dove soap, a gentle bar with one quarter moisturising cream. If you prefer a bar to a bottle, or want something small for the gym bag or a trip upcountry, this is the one.

For rough or dull skin: Dove body scrubs

Dove Body Scrub Pomegranate and Shea Butter and Dove Macadamia Body Scrub, made with crushed macadamia and rice, are thick scrubs in a jar. Use one once or twice a week in place of your wash. Massage gently onto wet skin and rinse. Skip scrubbing on broken, sunburnt or irritated skin.

After the shower: Dove lotions

Dove Nourishing Secrets Glowing Care Body Lotion is a body lotion for dry skin that also looks dull. Dove Baby Rich Moisture Lotion is gentle and hypoallergenic, made for babies, and a good match for sensitive adult skin. For hands that dry out from washing, Dove Almond Hand Cream has almond and coconut oils.

Body wash or bar soap?

Both clean well. A creamy body wash is easier to share and usually feels softer on very dry skin. The beauty bar costs less, lasts a long time if you keep it dry between uses, and is easy to carry. If your skin is fine with either, choose the one you will actually enjoy using.

Questions we get asked

How much is Dove body wash in Kenya?

A 400ml to 450ml bottle of Dove body wash costs roughly KSh 750 to KSh 1,000 with us, depending on the type. The live prices are in the list above. Delivery across Kenya is KSh 150, and free from KSh 3,000.

Which Dove body wash is best for dry skin?

Choose a creamy wash with shea butter, like Dove Calming Caring Bath Shea Butter and Vanilla. Follow it with a body lotion while your skin is still slightly damp.

Is Dove soap good for sensitive skin?

The Dove Original Beauty Bar is a gentle bar with moisturising cream, and many people with sensitive skin use it. If perfume tends to bother your skin, the fragrance-free Baby Dove Head to Toe Wash is the safer choice.

Can adults use Baby Dove head to toe wash?

Yes. It is made for babies, but it is a fragrance-free wash that works just as well for adults with sensitive or easily irritated skin.

How often should I use a Dove body scrub?

Once or twice a week is enough for most people. Scrubbing every day can leave skin dry and sore. Always follow with a body lotion.

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See every Dove product we stock on our Dove page, browse our body care products in Kenya, or read our guide to products for sensitive skin. Same-day delivery in Nairobi before 5pm, and pay on delivery with M-Pesa or cash.