BEAUTY

Smells Like Summer: Part 1

Written by Bryce

Summer is around the corner… I’m already religiously wearing flip flops to the office (so what, we’re a little caz), unlayering, and going light on the makeup.  So why not change up the whole beauty routine for the summer?

I’ve fallen in love with Organic Peppermint Leaf bar soap by Barely Native.  A 4 ounce bar is only $5.95 (talk about amazing for a gift), and is made from the finest blends of coconut, sunflower, and safflower oils.  That means this totally organic soap makes your skin feel like silk when you step out of the shower, and the invigorating peppermint smell is basically the only thing that can perk me up in the morning.  I’m ADDICTED.

This bar even lathers well enough to shave, if you need to…

After I step out, I use a light lotion, a little sun protection for my face, a dab of bronzer and mascara, and a couple spritzes of the super light and NEW Calyx Sheer Edition by Prescriptives.  This limited edition fragrance is light and vibrant mix of passionfruit, mango, guava, lily, jasmine, sandalwood, and vetiver.  It totally perks you up without having that over-perfumed thing going on!

And it’s $38.50, which is perfect for anyone’s budget.  If the economy’s got you down, no worries, this light scent doubles as a hair refresher, too!

Disclosure: All products were provided for review. No monetary compensation was received for this review. All opinions belong to the author.

About the author

Bryce

Bryce Gruber is a New York mom to five growing kids, wife to one great husband and professional shopping editor. You've seen her work in Reader's Digest, Taste of Home, Family Handyman, MSN, Today's Parent, Fashion Magazine, Chatelaine, NBC and so many other beloved brands.