I can’t rave enough about this body lotion: Itch Defense Skin Balancing Moisture Lotion for dry itchy skin from the Curél skincare experts. I’ve been looking for a body lotion like this that I can purchase at a local drugstore for the longest time. As you probably already know, I’m a fragrance-free body lotion fanatic. I do not like lotions that smell. I do not want it to clash with my D&G The One perfume. It hydrates my skin so well and it’s perfect if you have sensitive skin or dry winter skin. Itch Defense Skin Balancing Moisture Lotion From Curél is on Marta’s top list of body lotions!

Itch Defense Skin Balancing Moisture Lotion From Curél the official comany description:

WHAT IT IS: Instant itch relief. Over one-third of women experience itchy skin all the time, regardless of season. And over 15 million people—including children—suffer from the most common type of eczema, which causes an intense itch. So why are so many people scratching? They haven’t found relief—until now. Introducing Curél Itch Defense Skin Balancing Moisture Lotion for Dry Itchy Skin, a revolutionary solution to the irritation that causes itching.

Liz Earle Naturally Active Skincare launches new Superskin products: Due to popular demand and skincare necessity, Liz Earle has created a comprehensive range of super-rich and extra-powerful solutions for the body, bust, lip and eye areas under the Superskin line. Containing ingredients such as kigelia and shea butter, these products aim to plump and smooth while helping the skin appear more youthful from head to toe.

Superskin Body Cream is the ultimate in body moisturizing luxury, designed to visibly enhance and rejuvenate your skin. Specifically formulated with powerful naturally active ingredients rich in GLA, omega 3 and antioxidants, this body cream helps mature or very dry skin look and feel alive and replenished.

Superskin Bust Treatment is a powerhouse product packed with skin nourishing ingredients including Mangosteen that is sourced from a community-based sustainable forestry project in Malawi. Mangosteen extract is blended with quince extract, green algae extract and white lupin protein to help firm and tone the often neglected bust area.

I’ve been trying to interview Lisa Price the fabulous founder of Carol’s Daughter for quite some time now. And, finally, here it is!

I’m so excited to share with you Lisa’s story of  an incredible journey creating a sought after skincare and fragrance line: Carol’s Daughter.

In this interview Lisa Price talks to me about her fascination with fragrance. The Carol’s Daughter Philosophy. Why did she choose Jada Pinkett Smith and Mary J. Blige as the faces for her brand, and what’s new with Carol’s Daughter.

Marta Walsh: When did your fascination with skincare begin?
Lisa Price: It wasn’t so much a love for skincare as it was a love for fragrance which began when I was a little girl. I started creating my own scents and creams because I loved to experiment—it’s always been a hobby and passion of mine.

MW: At what point did your love for making your own skincare products in the kitchen turn into a promising business?
LP: After some time of working as a writing assistant for The Cosby Show, and creating personalized scents and products for the cast, my mom encouraged me to make a small batch to sell at a local church flea market. I nearly sold out on the first day!

MW: What is Carol’s Daughter philosophy?
LP: Every Carol’s Daughter product I create is made with love, and inspired by my own life. Each product is truly unique and created especially for my customers, who are part of the Carol’s Daughter family. The idea is not just about looking good, but feeling good inside and out, comforting your body and spirit. Carol’s Daughter is also about having a strong sense of family as well as love and respect for yourself and others.

Keep your body looking smooth and radiant this summer with NEW Darphin Nourishing Smoothing Body Scrub.

Create a complete multi-sensory experience with this multi-tasker that combines both natural and organic ingredients.

· Scrub: Three exfoliating ingredients – natural cranberry extracts, bamboo particles and silica powder.

· Cleanser: Add water to transform the translucent gel texture into a nourishing milk to revitalize and stimulate cell renewal.

I’m all about body lotions, and always on the look out for  ’it’ products. I’ve recently tried Lubriderm body lotions and would classify them as Drugstore superstars! If you are looking for a great body lotion that works and is affordable, check out the Lubriderm Daily Moisture Line!

Lubriderm body lotions are very hydrating without an overpowering scent. Scent and how greasy a body lotion, play major part in my purchasing decision. They are deal breakers! I  like my body lotion either fragrance-free or scented very lightly. I do not want it to clash with my signature fragrance Dolce & Gabbana The One, or any fragrance I’m wearing:)

I also LOVE Lubriderm Advanced Therapy Hand Cream it’s so soothing and comforting to my hands.

I would like to introduce to you two latest Lubriderm products which are hitting the shelves this August (2009):

Lubriderm Intensive Skin Repair Ointment: Clinically shown to temporarily protect and help relive dry, chapped or cracked skin providing the long-lasting protection skin needs to heal itself like healthy skin does naturally. The lightweight, specially formulated ointment works immediately to form a protective shield on the skin to protect from frying of wind and cold weather, leaving skin hydrated and more comfortable. SRP: $4.99 1.75 oz tube.