The Dove Shea Butter Beauty Bar is a professional-grade "syndet" (synthetic detergent) cleanser that maintains a skin-neutral pH to minimize barrier disruption. The formula is centered on Sodium Lauroyl Isethionate, which cleanses without stripping the essential lipid bilayer. High concentrations of Stearic Acid and Lauric Acid replenish surface fatty acids, while Shea Butter acts as a lipid-restoring agent to provide a protective buffer during the wash.
This formulation is designed to prevent the "tight" feeling often associated with high-alkaline soaps. While it provides immediate post-wash skin softness, users should still consider locking in fatty acids with a dedicated moisturizer. This is especially important for those with sensitive skin types seeking to maintain a resilient skin barrier against environmental stressors.
