Dove Melanin Radiance Body Wash 18.5 oz — 5% Pro-Ceramide Serum & Nourishing Oil Blend for Hydration

Dove Melanin Radiance Body Wash is a rich, serum-infused cleanser that helps visibly replenish dry, melanin-rich skin with a 5% pro-ceramide formula and nourishing oil blend.

This creamy body wash from Dove combines skincare-grade active ingredients with a luxury shower experience: a hydrating 5% pro-ceramide serum, a nourishing oil blend and a soft fragrance of black cherry and almond butter. Formulated in collaboration with dermatologists of color, it targets common concerns for melanin-rich skin—helping to improve dryness and support a more even, healthy-looking radiance while being sulfate- and paraben-free and PETA-certified vegan.

How does this body wash support skin hydration and barrier health?

The 5% pro-ceramide serum in the formula helps reinforce the skin’s natural barrier by supporting ceramide production and locking in moisture. Combined with the nourishing oil blend, it reduces the appearance of dryness and leaves skin feeling smoother after rinsing.

• Pro-ceramides to support ceramide synthesis and barrier resilience
• Nourishing oils to seal moisture and soften skin texture
• Creamy, serum-like texture for gentle, non-stripping cleansing

Will this product help brighten or even skin tone for melanin-rich skin?

The formulation aims to enhance radiance by addressing visible dryness and dullness—common contributors to uneven tone—rather than making medical claims. Co-created with dermatologists of color, the wash focuses on replenishment, which can make skin look healthier and more luminous over time.

• Targets dryness that can mask natural radiance
• Contains ingredients selected for melanin-rich skin needs
• Consistent use can improve surface smoothness and glow

Is this body wash suitable for sensitive or acne-prone skin?

Dove Melanin Radiance is formulated with gentle, plant-based cleansers and avoids sulfates and parabens, making it generally mild for many skin types. If you have active acne concerns or high sensitivity, patch-test first and consult your dermatologist about integrating new active skincare ingredients into your routine.

• Plant-based cleansers for gentler cleansing
• Sulfate-free and paraben-free to reduce irritation risk
• PETA-certified vegan formulation

How does the scent and shower texture enhance the routine?

The body wash produces a rich, creamy lather and leaves a soft fragrance of black cherry and almond butter that lingers subtly after rinsing. The serum-like texture makes it feel more like a treatment than a basic soap, turning daily showers into a nourishing skincare step.

• Rich, creamy lather that spreads easily across skin
• Warm notes of black cherry and almond butter for a comforting scent
• Leaves skin feeling supple without heavy residue

Who is this for: Dove Melanin Radiance Body Wash is aimed at people with melanin-rich skin who want a targeted, dermatologist-informed shower cleanser that prioritizes hydration and visible radiance. It’s for anyone seeking a gentle, vegan formula that doubles as a skincare step—especially those concerned with dryness, barrier health, and achieving a more luminous look from regular use.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Methyl Lauroyl Taurate, Sodium Chloride, Glycerin, Hydroxystearic Acid, Stearic Acid, Cocamide MEA, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid.