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As I come to the end of the Spring Scents feature, I’m wondering what the distinction is between scents that are good for spring vs. good for summer. As I ponder that thick question, below are some more recommendations.

L to R clockwise:
PADDYWAX Jasmine Candle from the Garden Crush Collection ($13/6.5oz @ paddywax.com)
CARESS Whipped Souffle Body Wash in Peach Cream ($6.49/15oz @ drugstore.com)
THE SOAP & PAPER FACTORY Oil Diffuser in Jasmine ($32 @ soapandpaperfactory.com)
THYMES Triple-Milled Soap in Naia ($14/8oz @ thymes.com)
CHLOE Eau de Fleurs – Lavande EDT ($135/3.4oz @ nordstrom.com)
THE BODY SHOP Spa Wisdom Polynesia Monoi Moisture Balm ($24/6.77oz @ thebodyshop.com)

Disclosure: Samples of these items were provided to Cybelesays.com for review purposes.

Which season excites you the most? I love the Christmas season, well, that’s not really a “season” per say so if I have to pick one, it has to be Spring. The colors the smells, it’s just exciting. To celebrate its arrival, I’ll be doing an on-going feature of some of my favorite scents that have come out recently that are really helping feel the season. Will you be picking any of these up for yourself?

FRUITS & PASSION Avocado Lip Balm ($5 @ fruitsandpassion.com) from the Nourishing Collection – Mmm, I love me some avocado this time of year and this balm has all good things for lips like Shea Butter and 10% avocado oil.

LISE WATIER Folies Neiges Eau de Toilette Spray ($75/1.7oz @ lisewatier.com) – this may have come out last fall but the timing is so fitting right now! It showcases citrus notes, imbued with fruity, refreshing accents of orange and mandarin.

NIVEA Touch of Sparkle Cream Oil Body Wash ($6.99/16.9oz @ drugstore.com) – I have just come to realize that I love the smell of the White Calla Blossom and this one is more than satisfying my desire. The name of the product makes it seem that it will leave behind some kind of shimmer or sparkle but I didn’t see any, which is probably better.

HILLHOUSE NATURALS 100% Soy Wax in Tin Candle in Bloom ($12.50/5oz @ hillhousenaturals.com) – if you really need to set the mood on a warm evening, light this one to disperse the smell of water lilies, fresh bamboo, jasmine, teak and pure lotus flower. So lush!

CARESS Velvet Bliss Beauty Bar ($9.99/4-pack @ drugstores nationwide or drugstore.com) – soap scents are getting creative these days. How about this combination of Blackberry and Vanilla Essence?? Lather, rinse, repeat. Lather, rinse, repeat …

Disclosure: Samples of these items were provided to Cybelesays.com for review purposes.

I’m kinda sad that we’re wrapping up our Best of Summer feature, but we have some great fall products to talk about so look for features on those shortly. Here are some that are keeping my summer never ending! From L to R clockwise:

 

CARESS Evenly Gorgeous Exfoliating Beauty Bar, Burnt Brown Sugar & Karite Butter ($7.99/6-pack @ drugstore.com)

BATH & BODY WORKS Fragrant Waters Roll-On in Sweet Pea ($7.50/8.5ml @ bathandbodyworks.com)

DEVOTED CREATIONS 'Haute Couture' Tanning Lotion ($39.95/12.25oz @ tan2day.com)

CO BIGELOW Lemon Eau de Parfum ($34.50/3.4oz @ bigelowchemists.com)

HAMPTON SUN Privet Bloom Body Lotion ($35/6.6oz @ hamptonsuncare.com)

TILLIA BEAUTY Pink Grapefruit Sugar Scrub ($16/10oz @ tilliabeauty.com)

KIEHL’S Superbly Restorative Argan Body Cleansing Oil ($27.50/8oz @ kiehls.com)

CARESS Brazilian Exotic Oil Infusions Body Wash ($5.19/15oz @ drugstore.com) is one of those luxe vacation-in-a-bottle products that won’t break the bank. For me, body washes are pretty much the same and it’s usually the scent that makes it or breaks it. For the most part that is. This one blends Passion Flower Cream and the Acai Fruit oil so the formula is pretty thick. The added oils seem to hydrate well as my arms don’t feel so in need of lotion after I get out of the shower. Nice one.