From Alba Botanica, Hawaiian Deep Moisturizing body oil in Kukui Nut: "Find sweet satisfaction with this nutrient-rich, super-smoothing, fast-absorbing body oil. Made with a blend of kukui nut, sweet almond, coconut, flaxseed and sunflower oils, this body oil works its magic to nourish, hydrate and protect skin from moisture loss. Skin is doused in silky perfection." Reviews on the smell range from yum to sticky sweet, so perhaps give it a sniff first? About $7 for 250 ml at Vitacost.
Quick Sniff / Cheap Thrill ~ Fragonard Bigarade Jasmin fragrance review
Bigarade Jasmin is a member of Fragonard‘s Garden Collection of perfumes but its character reminded me of another “garden” — Hermès garden range of fragrances.
On first spray, Bigarade Jasmin provides a scented blast of grapefruit, tangy orange peel and indolic jasmine aromas. The scent is brisk but summery…
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From Olivina Men, Blackberry Chai lip balm: "Staying hydrated is a great way to protect your lips. But sometimes conditions call for a little extra help. Olivina Men's certified organic lip balms lock in moisture and shield lips from harsh environmental elements with olive oil and cocoa butter." On markdown for $3.50 at The King of Styling. (Also available in Ginger Citrus, Juniper Mint and Bourbon Vanilla.)
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From Baudelaire, Calendula Honey Soap: "This honey soap is made with a vegetable base and is infused with calendula and comfrey for hardworking hands. Now made in the sovereign nation of Vermont. Triple-milled for a luxurious, long-lasting bar with a rich, creamy lather." $6 at Smallflower, where they have the same bar in Goat's Milk Honey, Pure Honey and Royal Jelly Honey.
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A potential cheap thrill? Formula 10.0.6 Smooth Me Over Moisturizing Body Wash Grapefruit + Coconut: "Formula 10.0.6 Smooth Me Over Moisturizing Body Wash is a gentle, every day, bubbly wash that won’t strip your skin of its natural moisture. Sweet grapefruit nourishes, while tropical coconut provides natural hydration." $6.99 for 300 ml at Target.