• Coconut Body Scrub – Whether in the middle of the summer or in the dead of winter I always enjoy a scrumptious coconut body scrub .  My favorite of course is the Coconut Body Scrub ($20) from The Body Shop… a spa in a tub, yummy enough to wanna eat!  Did I mention that I’m a coconut-aholic?  My cheaper alternative is the Softsoap Body Butter Coconut Scrub ($5.49) with crushed coconut & jojoba butter.  Although there isn’t much of a coconut scent but I love the rich texture and the moisturizing effect.  Comes in a generous 15oz bottle.

• Exfoliating Body Lotion – My aunt swears by the Glytone Body Lotion ($34) to treat her ugly red bumps (Keratosis Pilaris) on her upper arms.  Not only does it reduce the redness but the lotion is an excellent body quencher.  Thanks to the glycolic acid which is very effective exfoliating agent.  To my surprise, I’m also thrilled with the Lubriderm Advanced Therapy Triple Smoothing Lotion ($8.29) formulated with alpha hydroxy acid that gently exfoliates skin plus 24 hr moisturization – exfoliator & moisturizer all in one!  This lotion has lessened the appearance of the bumps/irritation on my legs and left my skin hydrated all day long.  Doesn’t have quite the medicinal quality as the Glytone but for the price, it doesn’t get any better!

• Scented Body Lotion – This Trish McEvoy #9 Blackberry & Vanilla Musk Body Lotion ($45) might be on the pricey side but once you experience its deliciously fragrant moisturization, your skin has never felt more luxurious & pretty.  Goes on very light with a heavenly blackberry & vanilla scent along with all the goodness of shea butter and chamomile.  The glitter in the lotion is perfect for a festive time or night out but some of you might find it a bit too much.  For those who prefer the lighter vanilla scent with sweet berries, the Black Raspberry Vanilla Body Lotion ($10.50) from Bath & Body Works is a good option.  Doesn’t have the long lasting power as the Trish lotion but still warm & sweet… and affordable!

If you enjoy coconut fragrance like I do, I strongly recommend this spray.  It’s not overpowering or too sweet.  Just that perfect aroma of coconut that smells soooooooo good on the skin!

You simply spray, goes on a bit greasy yet sinks in and dries to this silky smooth, moisturized skin.  You can wear it alone or layer it lightly on top.  I apply my favorite The Body Shop Coconut Body Butter and then spray the dry oil for more lasting power!

One bottle goes a long way and it’s only $8!  Also check out my absolute favorite summer scent of all time – VIRGIN ISLAND WATER by Creed.

NARS The Multiple – Orgasm Orgasm $37

The head-to-toe beauty stick provides such pretty translucent color for your entire face – eyes, cheeks, lips… and body! This unique, failproof application lets you accent, contour, highlight for that perfect, glowing complexion all in a single stick!

elf Eyebrow Treat & Tame in light, medium, dark. $3

One side is to make your eyebrows look fuller & thicker by filling in sparse areas.  The other is to treat, stimulate the growth with vitamin infused gel.  All for just $3!

Dr. Bronner’s 18-in-1 Liquid Soap $8.49(16 oz.)

Wash up and clean up with this earth-friendly “all-one” magic soap!  It lists 18 uses from cleaning almost anything in your household, yet delicate enough for your body – organic!.  The Peppermint and the Lavender scents are my favorite, they are very refreshing scents.  One bottle goes a long way!

Rosebud Perfume Co. Three Layers of Lavish Lip Balm $16

The Rosebud salves provides multi-uses.  Three best-selling salves come in a collectible vintage tin – original salve, minted rose lip balm, strawberry lip balm.

Zapparella Galactic Shield $22

What can I say… I LOVE Zapparella, the zit zapping super hero!  This on-the-spot treatment is great for problem skin.  A brilliant concealer that heals while it hides!

Bliss Problem Salved 20-in-1 Wonder Balm 0.45 oz $18

I’m a huge fan of Bliss products from their Lemon & Sage Body Butter to this unique beauty balm!  Yes, salve your problems in 20 different ways… great for soothing all kinds of stressed-out skin including sunburn, bug bites and blisters.  You can even use it to fix makeup boo-boos.

Johnson’s Baby Oil $4.29(14 oz)

I’ve previously posted on this wonderful multi-purpose beauty product – silky smooth skin!  There are still more ways to pamper yourself – rub some on your hair, cuticles, and on cotton balls to remove makeup!

All you need is honey, brown sugar (organic is the best), and olive oil (optional).  Make sure to use raw, unprocessed honey!  Mix all ingredients together until desired consistency.

Works fabulously on my face especially the T-zone for a deep pore cleansing (open up your pores before using).  Please, apply it ever-so-gently over the face… rub slowly… as you melt those sugar grains against your finger tips.

Leave it on your face for a couple of minutes then massage again in a circular motion while applying warm water.  Rinse off!  Time to say hello to velvety skin and bye, bye blackheads!  I do this about once a week.

I also use it as a body scrub in the shower whenever I have dry, flaky skin.  Ahhh, how fantastic for feet & elbows… baby soft!

Not really Miss. Homemade?  Here are my favorite honey scrubs available on the market that get the job done!  And can I say scrumptious!!!

For a body scrub, I love Honey & Lemon Sweet Sugar Scrub from L’Occitane.  It has a fantastic texture and heavenly scent!  See those fine grains (less gritty)… they will polish your skin so soft and leave it hydrated.  A total indulgence!!!

Honey & Lemon Sweet Sugar Scrub $36

My #1 face scrub is Kiehls Milk, Honey, and Almond Scrub (no longer available at Kiehl’s but you can still find some online).  Let me tell ya, I LOVE this product!!!  Made with natural ingredients, this yummy paste is good enough to eat… well, don’t though.  LOL!

This fantastic scrub instantly brightens my face!  My skin has never felt this smooth, it gives you the perfect base for applying makeup.  It’s a super gentle scrub yet has a wonderful exfoliating power!  One tub goes a looooong way!  Soooo worth the price!

Kiehls Milk, Honey, and Almond Scrub 6 Oz. $20

My next favorite scrub is “honey… snap out of it” face scrub from BenefitCosmetics.com.  I leave it on my face for a few minutes after massaging into the skin… let all the good ingredients penetrate!  Gentle enough where it doesn’t cause me to breakout… it actually helps!  Leaves my face/hands dewy & glowy.  Smells delicious too!

“honey… snap out of it” face scrub $28

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What I love about this pack is the refreshing, clean lemon scent especially the face wash which leaves my face squeaky clean… a morning pick-me-up!  I use the Soapy Sap as a bubble bath and it leaves my bathroom smelling fantastic!  I have one pack in the guest bathroom and one for the road.  Can’t live without!

bliss sinkside six pack $25

The set includes: lemon + sage body butter, soapy sap, supershine shampoo, conditioning rinse, soap, and fabulous foaming face wash.