Best Skincare Companies of 2021

Self-care is one of the most meaningful gifts you can give someone.  Taking a few minutes every day to do a face mask, nourish your skin, apply a body butter, or take a deep breathe of an essential oil can add up to a stress-free day.  I have found some amazing companies this season that have fabulous products that my family and I have tested and are obsessed with.  I am very conscious of what my daughters and I use on our bodies and these companies share the same values.  Here are our top picks for skincare and body products.  Enjoy the Best Skincare Companies of 2021:

Wicked Good

WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS COMPANY

sugar scrub, roll on perfume,

Wicked Good is the one stop spot to creating a spa day at home.  They have everything from bath soaks, scrubs, lotions, bath tea, etc.  They have over 150 unique scents (created in small batches) and you will definitely have a problem choosing just one.  I love that they believe that aroma is at the heart of every wicked good experience!  They also have a candle line that is not only hysterical, but also smell great. Their products have clean, consciously crafted fragrances and are vegan and cruelty free. Want a gift that keeps on giving?  They also have a Scent Club.  Get an exclusive, limited edition perfume delivered to you every month along with 2-3 other scented goods.

WHAT PRODUCTS DO WE LOVE?

SUGAR SCRUB

sugar scrub

$21.95

(Scent: Pumpkin Pecan Waffles)

 

A coconut oil-infused brown sugar scrub that polishes, exfoliates, and hydrates dry skin for a gorgeous glow.  Solutions for: – Dryness, dullness, uneven texture, and uneven skin tone.

Your whole shower will fill with the aroma of pumpkin and you won’t want to get out!  The scrub is not too scratchy and will leave your skin so soft.

perfume oil

BLUEBERRY PUMPKIN PATCH perfume oil

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November Product Roundup 2021

acorns in a bowl that says thankful

Hello November! I hope you had a fun-filled Halloween and are getting ready for Thanksgiving this week.  It is time to start thinking about the holidays and I’ve got so many amazing holiday gift guides ready to share with you all! Here are a few things we’ve been using in the last month. Enjoy this November Product Roundup 2021:

Heirloom Video Book

WHY TRAVELERS WILL LOVE THEM

These last two years have been hard being away from friends and family.  Heirloom Video Books help bridge that distance between you by giving a personal video they will love. You can choose from 9 different cover designs (including some new holiday ones) and can add a personalized message on the inside cover. The book is sturdy and well made.  The video is clear and the sound quality is crisp and loud.  I think these books would be perfect for gifts for Mother’s Day, Fathers Day, Christmas, anniversaries, birthdays, or just times when you want to show some love!

WHAT PRODUCTS DID WE GET?

Includes: 5″ HD screen (charger included)

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September 2021 Product Roundup

September Product Roundup

Hello September!  We’ve had an amazing summer but we’re ready for the structure that comes with the start of the school year.  As you know, I love sharing new products I’ve started using! Here are some great products I’ve used this summer.  Enjoy this September Product Roundup!

Well Told Lake Map Mug

WHY TRAVELERS WILL LOVE THEM

A crucial part of travel is finding a way to reminisce about the memories you’ve made.  Well Told has a unique way to help you do this every day.  They create amazing products where they use maps to remind you of special places.  These make perfect gifts for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, engagements, housewarmings…and much more! I also have their etched glass wine glasses and carafe with street maps of Boston and I always get compliments on them.  Take a peek at these beauties.

WHAT PRODUCTS DID WE GET?

Lake Map Mug

($21.95)

You know there is no place as special to us as Ossipee Lake!  I was so touched to receive this beautiful mug that helps remind us of our special place when we’re not there.  This 15 oz ceramic mug has the coordinates of the lake on it as well as a detailed map of the area.  It even has all the bays listed.  I like that they are microwave and dishwasher safe, so you can enjoy more lake time!

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June Product Roundup

Summer has finally arrived in New England and we are loving being outdoors.  It is time for hikes, beach visits, picnics, long days on the boat, and lazy afternoons reading on the dock.   Each month I share a roundup of products we’ve been using.  Here is June’s Product Roundup…enjoy!!!

EARTH BABY

WHY TRAVELERS WILL LOVE THEM

When you’re traveling with kids, there are certain products you can’t forget to bring with you. As a parent I am very conscious about what products I put on my kids.  I like their products to be clean, non-toxic, gentle and effective. Earth Baby has products that are wonderful for the whole family! It naturally delivers calming, nourishing, cleansing and protecting benefits to baby’s delicate hair and sensitive skin. This is the perfect kit to throw in your carry-on, backpack, or in your car.

WHAT PRODUCTS DID WE GET?

ON-THE-GO KIT ($35.00)

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May Product Roundup

Hello May!  I’ve been waiting for you and praying for some nice weather! As you know, I love sharing new products I’ve started using! Here are some great products I’ve used this month.  Enjoy!

PlaneAire Hand Sanitizer

WHY TRAVELERS WILL LOVE THEM

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Love Celebrate & Bloom

Natalie worked part time as a skincare specialist at a spa and wellness center in Orlando, Florida. She loved helping people learn how to take care of their skin and decided to go a step further and created her very own skincare line. She carries skin scrubs, lip scrubs, organic soaps and all things body care! I love how often she changes her line to match the seasons.

All of her products are handmade, by herself, in her home. You can see the love she puts in each of them by looking at the details.  Look at this gorgeous soap!

WHAT PRODUCTS DID WE GET?

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Culture Cake Kit

One of the things we most loved doing this past year was being together in the kitchen to try new recipes.  Honestly…anything to get kids off their phones these days is a plus.  Not only is it a great life skill, but we have so much fun laughing together.  Culture Cake Kit is a wonderful company that lets you experience a different culture, discover news flavors and snacks, and recreate traditional flavors in a modern cupcake.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE THEM

As a former teacher, you know I love to sneak in education whenever I get a chance. Each kit comes with a pamphlet that tells about the country of the month.  We learned all about Bulgaria…the terrain, the cuisine, the day of Baba Marta, and martenits, red and white colored bands that symbolize health and happiness. We even learned a few phrases: ”Hello!” is “Dobar den!”

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Laki Naturals

One of my favorite rooms in my house is the master bathroom.  It is my oasis and has become a place of relaxation and restoration.  Nights were spent in a warm bubbly tub sipping on wine while wearing a face mask. Showers involved dry brushing, scented soaps, and moisturizing body butters.  I’ve discovered lots of companies that turn your bathroom into a spa experience.  Laki Naturals has some amazing bath products that I’ve loved using.

WHY TRAVELERS WILL LOVE THEM

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Twelfth House Apothecary

Throughout the last year I focused a lot on self-care, both mental and physical, and I learned that these are often intertwined.  Twelfth House Apothecary is a wonderful company with products that will make you feel relaxed (or recharged) in no time! They use organic or wildcrafted herbals, no unnecessary chemicals or preservatives, and work hard to make sure each product is made with love, intent and the utmost care.

WHY TRAVELERS WILL LOVE TWELFTH HOUSE APOTHECARY

They take care to use the highest standard of herbals, botanicals and other ingredients to make the most magical products for you! A great testimonial is that everything they sell is tested on their family, so you know they stand behind everything.

They have some unique products that I can’t wait to try like their smoke wands, whipped body scrub, faerie cake bath melts, and (this is the one I most want…) Goddess of Spring Forest wands.

WHAT PRODUCTS DID WE GET?

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Wild Lily Organics

You all know I’m crazy about spas and I’ve been so sad that I haven’t been able to go to any this past year.  However, just because you can’t go to a spa doesn’t mean you can’t bring the spa experience to your home.  Whenever I travel, I try to find unique spa experiences, and Wild Lily Organics has taught me some amazing ones!

WHY TRAVELERS WILL LOVE WILD LILY ORGANICS

As travelers, you sometimes need to step away from the norm and try something new.  Wild Lily Organics takes a different approach to skincare and once you try it you will become hooked! They offer TONS of tutorials on Instagram.  I love watching her reels and Instagram Stories and then trying out the different techniques.  There are so many uses for these tools.

WHAT WILD LILY ORGANICS PRODUCTS DID WE GET?

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