Let's Talk Feet

 Getting my feet soft and smooth has been one of my favorite things about discovering Perfectly Posh.  I go barefoot, wear flip-flops, and sandals.  A lot.  The Rubby Scrubby is a must for me.  If I could only choose one foot product, this one is it.  It's a peppermint exfoliator stick in a hard soap base that contains shea butter and coconut oil.  After soaking my feet (or toward the end of a bath or shower, while my feet are still wet) I scrub the calloused areas with this stick- focusing on the outer edge of my big toe and my heals.  It starts to lather a bit, and at this point I like to give my feet a quick 30 second massage and enjoy the strong peppermint scent.  Then rinse.  Easy and effective!  

*I store the stick with the lid just barely set on top so it can air dry in-between uses

The Soothing Stick is really becoming useful now that it's heating up outside.  This is a great little companion to the Rubby Scrubby, especially if you scrub your feet in the morning or right before you put on flip-flops or cute strappy shoes.  I would call it a moisturizing foot deodorant.  The soothing stick also has the same strong peppermint scent which helps that pleasant cool tingly feeling last longer, but the biggest benefit is that it keeps my feet from getting sweaty or slippery feeling while moisturizing them at the same time.  Body butter on my feet is nice at night when I'm heading straight to bed, but the Soothing Stick works super well for going straight to sandals.  It contains cornstarch and shea butter.  And honestly, peppermint is the best combatant that exists for foot odor!  I think I just might give this pair to my teenage son for his birthday next month ;)

If you REALLY want to pamper your feet for a special occasion (or just because you deserve it), these other fun products will certainly help you out:

 

*Before scrubbing, dissolve a peppermint Fabulous Fizzy tablet into some warm water and soak your feet for 7-10 minutes.

  

*Could your feet use some really intense repair?  Give the peppermint/aloe/marshmallow Pink Putty foot mask a try for 15 minutes while you enjoy some relaxation time with your feet up!  

*If you need a quick makeover for your feet during the day or on the go, just spray the moisture-rich peppermint Twinkle Toes mist on for on-the-spot relief.  This dries instantly but contains hydrating macadamia and avocado oils to nourish skin and give it a healthy sheen.

If you decide to buy the entire Play Footsie line, you'll get to pick an additional product (up to $12 value) for FREE!  Like my favorite item, the Healer, or the wonderful lemony Cuticle Cutie.

Big Fat Yummy Hand Cremes

Each one of these smells unique and amazing.  They're all made with apricot kernal oil and coconut oil so they're nice and hydrating but absorb into the skin very quickly without any greasy feel.  Which means you can get back to using your hands right away!  They come in 3 oz tubes- perfect for your purse and for traveling/flying.  

*APRICOT KERNAL OIL is known to pack mega-moisturizing power without a greasy feel.  It's gentle and contains high levels of vitamins A & E which penetrate skin quickly.

*Food grade COCONUT OIL is hyper-nourishing and rejuvenates dry and damaged skin.  It speeds healing of cuts and bruises while it fights infection.  It also forms a barrier to hold in moisture while penetrating into the deeper layers of the skin helping to keep connective tissues strong and supple.

Want to have them all?  Buy the bundle and get one free!

All Over Pampering

DTox and Brighten Facial

This routine definitely leaves me with tighter, younger feeling, brighter skin.  The DTox mud stripper works wonders over time to lessen blackheads and tighten the pores on my nose.  The Vitamin C serum removes discoloration and dark patches, and the Caffeinator stick reduces puffiness and dark circles under the eyes.

Step #1: Delish face wash- use a very small amount of this gently fruity foaming wash with warm water to cleanse face.  I avoid exfoliating cleansers in this routine because the mud mask will cause newly exfoliated skin to sting more.  Gender Bender is another good choice for this step.  Rinse and pat dry.

Step #2: Stripper- spread a thin layer of this vanilla-scented mud over face and let dry for up to 15 minutes.  The stripper can be used up to 3 times per week.  I most often use it on my T zone (forehead, nose, and chin- sometimes just nose) and once in a while over my whole face.  It's aggressive and may burn slightly at first.  Be sure to test first or substitute if you have sensitive skin.  Another option to use for step 2 is the Seawitch kaolin mask.  Both can cause skin to redden temporarily so don't do this routine directly before going somewhere important.  Your skin will need an hour or so to recover, but it will feel great!

Step #3: Vitamin C Fairy- use just a drop or two of this serum on areas of discoloration and under eyes to promote elasticity and brightness.  If you'd rather have an anti-aging serum to treat and prevent wrinkles and creases, use the Sweet Young Thing serum instead for this step.

Step #4: Caffeinator Stick- just one swipe under each eye is all it takes to boost tightening and brightening of the fragile skin in this area.

Step #5: Moisturize 911- this subtle-citrus scented moisturizer is loaded with caffeine to perk up your face while giving it the moisture it needs after DToxing.  Use as much as you feel you need.  A large pea-size drop is just right for me.

Step #6: Make-Out Magic Lip Scrub- DaMintcha, Oh Peaches, or Tree Hugger will work here, just don't forget to pamper those lips.  These sugar lip scrubs will last forever because it only takes the tiniest bit to do the job.  Rub in to exfoliate dead skin and make lips incredibly smooth.  Let any extra sugar dissolve or you can lick it off.  No rinsing.  This one happens to have a subtle sweet grapefruit flavor.

Easter Candy

Easter is April 20th!  Still a few weeks away so there's time to order a few fun things for your older kids (or yourself!)  Some ideas for teen Easter basket stuffers are:

 BFY hand creme, lip scrub, lipshot lip balm, cuticle cutie, a chunk, a skin stick, fragrant bath salts, Call Me Candy slather, the Rubby Scrubby or face wash and moisturizer.

Rest and Hydration Facial

This nightly routine has been making my face feel fabulous so I thought I'd share it.  This investment in yourself is a fantastic price for such high quality ingredients, especially when bought together in a bundle to take advantage of the Buy5 Get1 Free deal.  The amount needed is so small and effective that these products will last a good long time.

Step 1: BFF Exfoliating Face Wash- Use a very small amount (1/2 pea-size) with plenty of warm water and lightly scrub face avoiding eye area.  Rinse and pat dry.  Alternatively, Complexion Perfection could be used instead.  It is also a peppermint exfoliating face wash- though slightly less exfoliating.

Step 2: Rain Mask- Smooth a thin layer over face and neck.  Leave on for up to an hour then rinse and pat dry.  (Rain mask is gentle enough to use daily- I currently use it about twice a week).  Another moisturizing mask that could be used here is The Saint.  It is avocado and honey based.

Step 3: Sweet Young Thing- Use just 2 or 3 drops and rub into bare clean skin, focusing on wrinkle prone areas like forehead and around the eyes and mouth.

Step 4: Sleepy Stick (or Healer Stick)- Swiping a layer of shea butter directly underneath my eyes and on my lips is SO comforting and nourishing any time of day but especially at night.  The sleepy stick contains lavender oil and the healer contains orange oil.  I love using the lavender scent at bedtime.  I keep it on the nightstand next to my bed just in case I want more :)

Step 5: Night and Day Moisturizer- A pea-size amount of this intoxicating lavender heaven is enough for my whole face.  The scent is strong at first (breathe deeply and enjoy!) then dissipates as it's absorbed.

Step 6: Sweet Dreams Night Creme- Ideal for maturing skin, this luxurious creme is wonderful to put on my cheek and neck areas for an extra boost of hydration.  Like the others, a little goes a long way and the subtle pressed petal scent is a lovely one to go to bed with.  It compliments the lavender so nicely.

Step 7: Rest up and let the magic do it's thing while you look forward to the incredible youthful-feeling face you'll most certainly have in the morning.