*This post was created in partnership with Dove and Simply Stylist. All opinions are my own.
Feeling fresh and carefree are two traits all women strive to be. Confidence is key, which is why I’m so excited to partner with Dove to share with you my favorite products for feeling my best. Whether it’s maintaining your frizzy hair in the humidity with your secret weapon hairspray, making your legs look smooth and shiny with your favorite lotion, or putting on your favorite long-lasting antiperspirant after a relaxing shower, all women have the basic essentials they can’t live without.
One of my favorite ways to feel fresh and confident is with my Dove Advanced Care Antiperspirant. It offers a full 48 hours of odor and wetness protection, plus its NutriumMoisture formula leaves your underarms feeling soft and smooth. Since I have very sensitive skin, one issue I have with my underarms is the dry skin and irritation after shaving. After a fresh shave, I layer on my Dove antiperspirant, which gives my underarms the softest touch. My favorite Dove Advanced Care scent is Cool Essentials (cucumber scented) because it gives such a clean scent. I have been using the Cool Essentials religiously for about 5 years now. You know it works like a charm when your fiancé asks what perfume you’re wearing but the only thing you have on is your Dove deodorant! I love Advanced Care products so much that I decided to try a different scent for this project, the Rebalance scent (plum scented). Maybe it’s time to switch up my routine after 5 years?! Maybe so, but I definitely won’t steer away from favorite beauty essential: Dove Advanced Care.
Although I would love my bag to be a Mary Poppins-style purse, I only bring the products that I actually will use on a daily basis. I want to share 5 Essentials that I carry in my bag at all costs:
- Dove Advanced Care Antiperspirant – You never know when you will need another layer throughout the day or even after work headed to an event or photo shoot!
- Hand Sanitizer – Working in healthcare has me crazy about hand sanitizer! It’s a great way to feel clean and refreshed, along with killing germs.
- Vaseline Lip Balm – I get cracked lips very easily so there’s nothing like some old fashioned vaseline to keep my lips feeling lush.
- Band-Aids – Because having a blisters and no access to band-aids is the worst feeling ever!
- Extra Hair Ties – Well maybe I lied, not having a hair tie when you desperately need one is the worst feeling ever!
Tell me in the comments below: What is your favorite Dove product?
sarah lindner
October 13, 2016deodorant is def an essential in my bag! I feel like you never know when you might need more! Great post babe
xoxo
Sarah Lindner
http://www.thehouseofsequins.com
tayloraube
October 13, 2016That you Sarah, I completely agree! You never know what might come up after work or at lunch and you may need an extra layer.
Lindsay
October 13, 2016Great post. Want to try this product ASAP. I love Dove so much, I haven’t tried their deodorant yet though!
Lindsay | sell eat love
tayloraube
October 13, 2016Lindsey you definitely need to jump on the band wagon! Dove’s deodorants are the BEST!
Kayleigh
October 13, 2016I always struggle to find the perfect deodorant, I’ll def have to try this!
http://www.kayleighskloset.com
tayloraube
October 13, 2016It’s been a beauty staple of mine for YEARS!
Elise
October 13, 2016Literally my fave antiperspirant!! I love it! I always get the shea better scented one tho.. so yummy
tayloraube
October 13, 2016That sounds so lovely! Dove has quite the plethora of amazing scents, huh?
Shaheen Khan
October 13, 2016I always struggle to find a scent I like so I will have to check this out!
tayloraube
October 13, 2016The scents are my favorite part! They are subtle and not overbearing at all. They make you feel so fresh and confident!
Nicole
October 13, 2016I have been religiously using Dove spray deodorant for years now! My favorite scent is also the cucumber one! I also enjoy their hair spray which doesn’t smell like alcohol and their shampoo and conditioner for color-treated hair.
tayloraube
October 13, 2016I need to try the spray! I have heard such great things about it I also use Dove’s hair products and I love how lush they make my hair feel!
Maggie
October 14, 2016Dove is my favorite! I love the fresh smells and it always keeps me feeling clean!
Maggie
http://www.polishedclosets.com
tayloraube
October 14, 2016Same here, it really is so refreshing and after a long day of work or workouts I still smell good
Shelby Back
October 14, 2016I am always looking for a new deodorant! I might have to try this out!
xo!
Shelby
http://www.glitterandgingham.com
tayloraube
October 14, 2016You will adore Dove’s deodorant!
Amber
October 14, 2016Such a great post! I love Dove’s deodorants. They’re light and have a great scent, plus still do the trick haha. Thanks for sharing girly!
Xoxo
tayloraube
October 14, 2016Thanks for reading Amber! You described their deodorants perfectly
Amanda
October 14, 2016I am such a BIG FAN of the Dove brand and I love this post. Definitely going to check out all of these products and buying #1!
xo, Amanda
http://www.aglamlifestyle.com
tayloraube
October 18, 2016It will change your life! Thanks so much Amanda!
Jessica
October 14, 2016Dove is my favorite deodorant! I have been using it for years!
xo Jessica
http://www.whatsfordinneresq.com
tayloraube
October 18, 2016Same here girl! That’s so awesome!
Anna
October 14, 2016I use this antiperspirant and would never switch! Love it! XO ~Anna http://www.pepperedinstyle.com
tayloraube
October 18, 2016Right?! 20 years later – still using Dove
Celi
October 14, 2016Great post…really love all Dove products!! Loving your blog????????
XO
Celi*
http://www.stylebackstage.com
tayloraube
October 18, 2016Celi you are so sweet, thank you!
Stephani
October 14, 2016Love Dove deodorant! They’re so soft and smell so good! Great post!
Xo,
Steph
http://www.sassandsun.com
tayloraube
October 18, 2016Thanks so much Steph!
Mary
October 14, 2016i love dove, will have to check this out!
http://www.layersofchic.com
tayloraube
October 18, 2016Yes Mary, you will love it! i use the deodorant, shampoo and conditioner
candice
October 14, 2016I have never tried Dove deodorant, but now I totally am going to!
XOX
Candice
http://www.candicestubblefield.com
tayloraube
October 18, 2016Candice you need to jump on the bandwagon STAT!
Courtney Bentley
October 14, 2016I have deodorants in all my my backpacks, purses etc. It is so important no one wants to stink! haha I love the photos you took!!xo C
Courtney Bentley || http://www.courtneyvioletbentley.com
tayloraube
October 18, 2016Right?! Especially as a trainer who is always working out a good deodorant is your secret weapon for sure!
Jessica
October 14, 2016Hi Taylor, great product review! And I absolutely cannot live without hand sanitizer in my handbag either! (I’m a pharmacist in healthcare)
~Jessica | http://www.petitestylescript.com/
tayloraube
October 18, 2016Right?! Healthcare has got me like – EWWW GERMS! EVERYWHERE! I guess that’s a good thing though, huh?
The Golden Girl Diary
October 14, 2016What a great post, love! I always love Doves scents but they always make me itchy. Glad this works for you
xo, Amanda | http://www.thegoldengirldiary.com
tayloraube
October 18, 2016Oh no! I’ve never had that issue, hope you found something that works for you!
Karen
October 14, 2016Definitely an essential! I’ll have to try this one!
Karen
http://LadyinViolet.com
tayloraube
October 18, 2016I think you do Karen
maria
October 15, 2016dove is everything. i love their products!
tayloraube
October 18, 2016Aren’t they the best?!
Dani
October 16, 2016LOVE Dove! I currently use their body wash, deodorant & dry shampoo! Such clean scents & great for sensitive skin! xo
Dani // http://www.daniellealexandra.com
tayloraube
October 18, 2016You’re a total Dove diva!! Loving this!!!
Emily
October 16, 2016Dove has always been my favorite! I’ve used them for as long as I can remember. And all those things can also be found in my bag, too!
tayloraube
October 18, 2016Yay! I’m so glad to hear there are so many Dove fans out there
Nicole Leffew
October 16, 2016Taylor your photos are gorgeous!! I actually really like Dove’s hairspray! It smells so good!
tayloraube
October 18, 2016I have to try it! Thanks for the recommendation.
Lauren
October 17, 2016I have a min Dove in my workbag, and it’s definitely an essential when you have a packed day of client meetings! Great post!
Lauren xo // The Right to Remain Fabulous
tayloraube
October 18, 2016So true! You never know when you will need a fresh layer – it’s just like makeup!
Ruthie
October 17, 2016Dove is truly my favorite!! I have been using it for years!! Great post dear! XO
tayloraube
October 18, 2016Isn’t it the best?! I love the new scent that I bought.
Whitney
October 17, 2016Loved this post and very informative. Will have to try it!
tayloraube
October 18, 2016Thanks so much Whitney!
Danielle
October 18, 2016I have a similar bag of important necessities that’s in my car in case I need to freshen up after work and before I go somewhere else. I’ve seen the antiperspirant in target before, but never thought to buy. But it actually sounds like such a great addition to my bag, that I may need to grab some on the way home!!
Danielle | http://www.FollowMyGut.com <3
tayloraube
October 18, 2016Thanks so much for stopping by! You def need to try it out next time you see it. Last time I was at Target it was on sale