Clean hands save lives, folks, but boy am I going through hand cream. Here's a quartet of Hands of Hope creams from Philosophy, with 28g each of Sparkling Grapefruit - Hawaiian Hibiscus, Green Tea & Avocado and Coconut & Guava, $21 at Nordstrom Rack. The same size tubes are $10 each at Philosophy, where you'll also find the fragrances Fresh Cream, Lemon Custard, Fig & Pomegranate and Berry & Sage.
I ran into an Ulta this past weekend, for the first time in ages. I had a specific goal and little time, so I did not even look at the perfumes, but I did manage one spur-of-the-moment purchase (so this is not, strictly speaking, still a lemming for me): Heritage Store Aura Glow Gel Cream, in Hydrating Rose. It smells just like the Heritage Rosewater & Glycerin spray I've been using for years, and probably accomplishes nothing more, but it does feel nice on the skin and it promises more positive energy — who doesn't need more positive energy? "Perfect for all skin types, the Hydrating Rose Gel Cream refreshes, smooths and locks in moisture for dewy, more radiant skin. And because Heritage Store believes in positive energy, this cream is crystal-infused with harmonizing Rose Quartz. Infused with Rose Quartz to help bring harmony and positive energy to your life." $18.99 for 50g, and also available in Clarifying Lemon, Brightening Citrus and Calming Lavender.
Method's latest limited edition collection of liquid and foaming hand soaps is "Women in Design", in collaboration with the Smithsonian's Cooper Hewitt. Above left is Island Rain, with a botanical print inspired by the works of textile designer Marguerita Mergentime. At center, Wild Meadows, inspired by illustrator and designer Ilonka Karasz. At right, Orange Slice, with a design inspired by Barbara White's work with Japanese paper.
The latest (functional product) fragrance from Thymes: Lemon Leaf. Shown is the Countertop Spray: "Sunny and sparkling, this uplifting fragrance creates a green, citrus-filled escape for the home. Biodegradable cleansing agents and extracts of fennel and parsley effectively clean, while putting a fragrant and refreshing touch on the surfaces of your home." $14 for 448 ml.
This week, I’m enjoying my “home-away-from home” — California. I’m trying to stay outdoors as much as possible, and I plan on enjoying the desert and the ocean. Today finds me in Palm Springs, and if all goes as planned, when this review posts, I’ll be on horseback, riding through Murray Canyon in gorgeous weather.
I’ve been heartened recently at fragrance companies who give back to their communities by sharing some of their profits for great causes…