Now that we’re finally facing spring, it’s time to think light, fresh products—and extra-pretty hands and feet. It’s not quite time to bare it all, but you don’t want to be caught short when those early sun-worshipper days beckon you to lose the socks and sleeves! Hands, feet, arms and legs require extra attention after their long hibernation stuffed inside clothing. Choose floral-scented products that are emollient enough to handle the task. Just like a beautiful butterfly emerging from its chrysallis, your body needs to prepare for its warm-weather debut!
[scents of sicily]
Ortigia Creme Pour Mains Jasmine Geranium
This line has some of the most appealing scents you’ll ever experience, just as Miami’s The Four Seasons, Rome’s Hotel Baglioni and any number of five-star properties that stock it in their guest rooms can attest. You can find the soaps and creams online. The Jasmine and Geranium varieties are especially well-suited for spring—but you can’t go wrong with anything this Sicilian boutique company offers.
OrtigiaSicilia.com, $22 each
[color me neutral]
Deborah Lippmann Terra Nova and YSL Nuit Blanche
Nothing says sunshine like whites, and if the style barometers are right, this is THE year for white. It’s being shown in everything from tops and bottoms to coats and cosmetics. Nail polish reflects the trend with strong neutral beiges and a fun sparkler, Nuit Blanche, from Yves St. Laurent.
Neiman Marcus, $18 (Lippmann) and $27 (YSL )
[simply smooth]
Aveda Foot Relief
If there is a product out there that soothes rough, tired feet better than this one, I haven’t found it. And I’m always looking! The go-to cream for moisturizing feet, Aveda ‘s foot relief has a light, gingery scent and seems to cool while it softens. Especially with sandal days ahead, regular use can head off those cracked heels and dry toes.
Aveda stores, $24
[go light]
Laura Mercier Verbena Infusion
With the warmer weather, most of us prefer lighter creams and odors. Laura Mercier’s new body cream in delicious verbena fits the bill. Its notes of green citrus and spearmint add a fresh scent, and the cream itself is light and lovely (and isn’t a budget buster).
Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus, $45
[provencal pretty]
L’Occitane Iris Bleu & Iris Blanc Perfume and Soap
Light also describes L’Occitane’s new Iris series, Iris Bleu & Iris Blanc. The union of two iris varieties offers a subtle fragrance well-suited for spring.
Available in may at L’Occitane stores, soap $7, scent $75
Photo: Bill Barrett
