Dove Beauty Advanced Care Cool Essentials 72-Hour Women's Antiperspirant & Deodorant - 2.6oz/2pk: Paraben-Free, Sulfate-Free, Invisible Solid
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The Dove Advanced Care Antiperspirant Deodorant Stick is praised for its pleasant scent, smooth application, and long-lasting protection. Many guests appreciate its gentle formula, which is suitable for sensitive skin. However, some have experienced issues with the new formula, including rashes and white residue on clothes. Despite these concerns, the product remains a favorite for its effectiveness and variety of scents.
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4.6 out of 5 stars with 3312 reviews
effectiveness: 4.46 out of 5
long lasting: 4.37 out of 5
quality: 4.35 out of 5
scent: 4.44 out of 5
value: 4.39 out of 5
76% would recommend
60 recommendations
1 out of 5 stars
5 March, 2026
originally posted on dove.com
Ruined a good thing!
You guys at Dove done messed up a fantastic product! I don’t even know how many years I’ve been using the cucumber cool essentials advanced care, but I recently restocked and been driving myself nuts all week wondering why I suddenly have BO for the first time in my life. I even washed my coat thinking it was making my sweaters stinky despite me rarely ever sweating in it. Did some research and come to find out about the formula change. Such a shame. Now I need to return the bundle I just got and hit the shops to find the old trusted and true formula. **note to those experiencing the same thing—- I think it’s this new “Pro-ceramide technology”! Old one was “NutriumMoisture”. Dove, if you wanna jump on this ceramide beauty trend then fine. But make it a separate line for those who actually need it. Or just save it for a product where it’s actually effective. The rest of us want the stuff that kept our pits fresh, not some tiny microdose of ‘ceramides’ that likely doesn’t make a difference anyway. Bring back the old the old stuff!
1 out of 5 stars
19 February, 2026
originally posted on dove.com
Terrible New Scent!
The new scent is terrible. It’s like grandma’s powdery perfume instead of a tried-and-true crisp scent. Why mess with a good thing?? This has been my deodorant for SO long, but I just can’t wear the new formula. Please go back to the old scent.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
14 February, 2026
(no review title)
Fresh scent and lasts all day without reapplying.
1 out of 5 stars
5 February, 2026
originally posted on dove.com
Go back to the old formula please!
Loved and used for years with no issues the old formula in this scent 48 hour. Will be finding a new alternative. This no longer works, the smell is awful and I fell asleep if I have body odor all day. Lost a long time dove customer.
1 out of 5 stars
29 January, 2026
originally posted on dove.com
New formulation is awful
The formula and active ingredient have both changed. Used the old one for years and very happy with it. This new formulation is awful - doesn’t work as well and makes me itch. Very disappointed and, sadly, will no longer be a Dove customer as I look for an alternate product.
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
21 January, 2026Verified purchase
Love it, but hooe ttey can still do better
I love the smell and smooth texture of this deodorant/antiperspirant, but I am still hoping that Dove will be able to figure out how to make an antiperspirant that does not contain aluminum. I understand they have deodorant that is aluminum free, but that doesn’t really help with the antiperspirant side of things and I’m not jazzed about aluminum deposits going into my skin.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
15 January, 2026Verified purchase
Stay Away
This was my favorite deodorant up until this purchase. The scent was clean and fresh. Now it smells like straight up cleaning solution once you apply it. It was so much, I thought my clothes smelled but no…it was this deodorant. Just be aware it changed.
1 reply from DoveExpert team - 9 days ago
Hi SW, thank you for sharing your feedback. We're really sorry to hear that the scent of your favorite deodorant didn’t smell the same this time. We know how disappointing that must be, especially when you’ve trusted it for so long. Your satisfaction is important to us. Please connect with our Consumer Services team at (Consumer.Services@Unilever.com) with your contact details and the ref ID: (53814188), so we can address your concerns promptly.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
14 January, 2026Verified purchase
Og product
Great deodorant! I really like the smell as well, as it is not overpowering (I have a sensitive nose and am picky when it comes to these things). I use this regularly and find that it does decrease sweating a TON. This is an og product for me and I will continue to use it. The negative thing I will say is why is it so expensive? It does lose a star in the "Value" category due to this as I don't believe that deodorant should be more than $6 max.
1 out of 5 stars
7 January, 2026
Awful new smell
So it looks like it’s not just me that noticed a change! I’ve used this deodorant for many years and can no longer use it. The smell is very strong, almost like a cleaner. My daughter tried it and I can’t even stand the smell on her, so I tossed it. Need to find a new deodorant now.
1 reply from DoveExpert team - 26 days ago
Hi RebeccaL, thank you for sharing your feedback. We're really sorry to hear that the deodorant’s scent feels much stronger now, and we can understand how frustrating it is when a familiar product suddenly feels different. We’re committed to delivering high quality experiences, and your input is valuable to us. Your satisfaction is important to us. Please connect with our Consumer Services team at (Consumer.Services@Unilever.com) with your contact details and the ref ID: (53722858), so we can address your concerns promptly.
1 out of 5 stars
4 January, 2026
originally posted on dove.com
Poor
Terrible, headache inducing fragrance. Why change such a great product? The new formula's ingredients are not good. Would you please continue making the 48hr, effective, nicely scented product you used to sell?
1 out of 5 stars
30 December, 2025
originally posted on dove.com
Why is color orange?
Why is color orange and smell is off? And you still have a picture of a cucumber? Awful!!!
1 out of 5 stars
28 December, 2025
originally posted on dove.com
A wonderful product is now slimy and useless
Ugg. This is now just a useless horrible product. It doesn't keep me dry, it doesn't keep from being stinky. It's slimy putting it on. The smell is gross. Which I would endure if it still worked but *SIGH* my favorite deodorant ever is gone. Why oh why oh why did the company change a brilliant product to one that is junk. I have to find a replacement, so if they ever change it back how will I know? I really hate this.
2 out of 5 stars
23 December, 2025
originally posted on dove.com
New smell
Why did you change the smell? I hate it now. It's so strong and perfumey. Now I have to search for another deodorant!
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
6 December, 2025Verified purchase
(no review title)
I bought these again for like the 5th time but something about these changed. They’re a bit more dry. They don’t smell that good anymore. The scent used to be amazing! I used to love these. But wouldn’t buy again!
1 reply from DoveExpert team - 11 days ago
Hi there, thanks for your feedback. We're sad to hear you were the disappointed with the scent of our Dove APD Advanced Care Cool Essentials and we'll be sure to share your comments with our team
3 out of 5 stars
17 November, 2025
originally posted on dove.com
Does not work as well
I don't mind the fragrance, but it isn't as effective as it used to be. Please bring back the old formula!
1 out of 5 stars
8 November, 2025
originally posted on dove.com
Hate the new smell
This used to be my favorite but the new smell is strong and unpleasant. Hoping to find a scent free option. Extremely disappointed.
1 out of 5 stars
29 October, 2025
originally posted on dove.com
Hate the new scent
I have used this scent for at least a decade. The new scent is so strong and weird! It burns my nose all day long and gives me migraines. Very sad that I bought 2 4-packs Please switch back!
1 out of 5 stars
28 October, 2025
originally posted on dove.com
New fragrance is awful and overpowering!
I bought a 4 pack of this because I have always loved it. It smells so overpowering like baby powder it actually makes my nauseous.
1 out of 5 stars
20 October, 2025
originally posted on dove.com
Bring back the 48 hr one
I've been using. This deodorant scent since I can remember, I typically get the 48 hr one until recently when that wasn't an option so I was forced to get the 72 hour one and wish I hadn't. This new formula doesn't work as well as the last one and after using it for some time have noticed that it leaves a powder residue on my clothes. I had a 48 hr one left and used that for a week to compare and sure enough it wasn't an issue. I wish I didn't have to switch but this might finally have me changing brands, which I'm sad about because this has been my scent for many years. I wish they would have kept the 48 hr as an option
1 out of 5 stars
8 October, 2025
originally posted on dove.com
Reaction to new formula
The new formula is horrible and gave me such a bad reaction of burning, itching, bumps, rash, and peeling. I had been using this deodorant and scent for years and the new formula went on slicker/wetter and I was in so much pain it’s still unbearable days later. I think I will be switching all of my Dove products for fear of reactions like this now. It’s unfortunate since I have sensitive skin and this always worked for me and the smell used to amazing as well. STAY FAR AWAY, DO NOT BUY