Girl, Wash Your Face
Girl, Wash Your Face
Book Brief
240
Book • Nonfiction
2010s
2018
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Girl, Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollis is a personal development book that confronts and dissects the lies women tell themselves that hold them back from self-fulfillment. Blending Christian values with modern self-help principles, Hollis encourages readers to take responsibility for their own happiness, practice self-care, avoid judging others, and pursue a balanced life. Sensitive topics such as depression and parental divorce are discussed.
Inspirational
Heartwarming
Informative
Hopeful
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
304,414 ratings
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Review Roundup
Rachel Hollis's Girl, Wash Your Face is praised for its relatable anecdotes and motivational tone, encouraging women to overcome personal challenges. However, some critics find Hollis's advice simplistic and overly reliant on personal success stories, potentially ignoring broader systemic issues. Overall, it resonates well with those seeking a boost in self-belief, despite its controversial aspects.
Who Should Read Girl, Wash Your Face?
Readers who will enjoy Rachel Hollis' Girl, Wash Your Face are typically women seeking motivation and self-improvement. They appreciate candid, relatable advice and personal anecdotes. Fans of books like You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero and The Happiness Project by Gretchen Rubin will find this work particularly appealing.
304,414 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Girl, Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollis became a significant commercial success, spending several weeks on The New York Times Best Seller list and selling over a million copies in just a few months.
Rachel Hollis, the author of Girl, Wash Your Face, is also the founder and CEO of Chic Media, a company she started to help empower women in their professional and personal lives.
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The book's impact and popularity led to its sequel, Girl, Stop Apologizing, which offers further encouragement and advice for women pursuing their goals and dreams.
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240
Book • Nonfiction
2010s
2018
Adult
18+ years
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