bring me to the ocean: epic scrubs you need in your life!
There was a time I could remember warm bodies on a glittery beach. Sand-dusted ceviche and skies that dipped into the waves that crested and foamed onto the shoreline. Although I’m one to take shelter from the sun, worry if just a moment bathed in it would torch my skin, I do sometimes miss lazy vacations and sugary drinks poolside. And in the midst of crippling cold and dark days, there’s something sublime about evoking the warmer months.
As you guys know I’m practically a skeleton for I’ve been on a sugar and salt scrub bender. And believe me when I say that it hasn’t been pretty. From the ghoulish concoction in a tub to a stench that would bring you to your knees to a pile of putrid goop (make the flashbacks stop!) of which I spent ten minutes cleaning out of my shower, the past few weeks have born witness to the good, the bad and the ghetto scrub. And here are three indulgences that will remind you of ocean and azure skies.
Believe me when I say that I nearly transformed into a Kafka-esque grape when lathering on Aveda’s Caribbean Therapy Body Scrub ($39.50). A delicious combination of salt and Caribbean cane sugar provides deep exfoliation, while an inviting mix of coconut, avocado, and passion fruit oils soften and moisturize your skin. The hint of lime perfumes the steamy shower, inspiring images of bronzed bodies on an island getaway. This is an epic tub of moisture, one worth procuring.
My affection for June Jacobs runs long and deep. The Brightening Moisturizer is a mainstay in my morning regimen, and their products are so luxurious and radiant. So it’s no surprise that I needed to restrain myself from feasting on the luscious Lemon Sugar Body Polish ($48). From Jacobs: “This emollient body care confection features skin-scouring sugar granules buffered in rich oils to silken the body from top to toe, while the refreshing citrus scent and oils get you glowing.” And I couldn’t agree more. The granules are light and non-abrasive (for sensitive skin types) without sacrificing nourishment.
Finally, Molton Brown’s Warming Eucalyptus & Ginger Body Scrub ($48) provides ultimate rejuvenation for the parched, flaky skin. The fusion of pure eucalyptus oil, root ginger and sea salts sloughs off dead skin cells while leaving your skin uber-clean, warm and fresh. The scent is astringent, strong and intoxicating. You will want this in your hot shower.
Full Disclosure: Aveda is a client at the company for which I work; all products were generously supplied for potential feature/review.
