A lemming for National Cookie Day: macaron lip balms by It's Skin, in Strawberry, Green Apple, Pineapple, Grape and Chocolate. Around $10 each — try Amazon or Sephora (or FeelUnique in the UK).
Holiday fragrance gifts 2017, part 2
Today, the second in our annual series on fragrance related holiday gifts, with some recommendations for stocking stuffers and cheap thrills. Do add any of your own picks in the comments!
From Feret Parfumeur, Le Baume Parfum Violette: “Discover this all-in-one balm for face, lips, and body. Formulated with honey and dandelion from organic farming, it is 100% natural. Its perfume with violet will bewitch you from the first use. Good for the whole family. It repairs, moisturizes and soothes sensitive skin.” 50 ml for $18 at Beautyhabit…
Five citrusy comforts ~ body product reviews
Speaking from my present circumstances: if you ever have the bad fortune to break an ankle and end up basically housebound for more than a month, once you get past the initial pain, you’ll find yourself valuing simple comforts more than ever. Clean sheets, pre-prepared food, a really nice-smelling bar of soap: they all make a big difference when you’re feeling uncomfortable and temporarily trapped. So, not to bemoan my short-term fate ad nauseam, but: here are five citrus-scented products that have cheered me recently.
I think a broken bone merits some indulgence in fancy toiletries you’d normally tuck aside and save “for later,” and Antica Farmacista Grapefruit Hand Cream is one of those…
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From OY-L ("zero chemical skin care"), Manuka Latte lip balm: "Combining the healing benefits of Manuka Honey with the invigorating aroma of coffee essential oil, our Manuka Latte Lip Balm will lift your mood and keep your lips moisturized and protected from the elements." $20, also available in Orange Rose.
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Milk + Honey's lip product offerings include Lip Butter in Cardamom Vanilla or Almond Lemon ($12 each), and Lip Polish in Blood Orange Lemongrass Ginger or Cardamom Vanilla (also $12). At Neiman Marcus.