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Skin Prep & Signature Scents: The Body Aesthetic
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items This is my complete routine for a healthy, ageless body glow and finding a fragrance that lasts. From firming treatments and high-impact body care to my favorite luxury perfumes and layering sprays—everything here creates a polished, high-end body ae...
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Body Prep & Firming
Shower & Base Scents
Signature Scents & Perfume
Body Care Tools
Body Treatments, Serums, and Oils
Body Prep & Firming
My high-performance treatments for smooth, ageless skin. This includes firming creams, body exfoliators, and deep moisturizers that create the perfect, radiant canvas.
The ultimate splurge for smooth, firm skin. I use this year-round for instant moisture and that addictive pistachio/salted caramel scent that layers perfectly under warm perfumes.
2.5 oz Brazilian Bum Bum Visibly Firming Refillable Body Cream with Caffeine-Rich Guaraná - Sol de Janeiro | Ulta Beauty
The best $10 secret for firming and smoothing. I keep this on hand to use every day on my legs and arms. It's thick, deeply moisturizing, and a great scent-free base.
NIVEA Skin Firming Sheer Hydration Body Lotion with Q10 and Vitamin C, Value Size 33.8 fl oz
My go-to luxury body scrub. It smells exactly like warm brown sugar and leaves a hydrating oil layer behind, so I step out of the shower soft and ready for fragrance.
Brown Sugar Body Polish Exfoliator - fresh | Sephora
The best texture and value for warm scent layering. This is my winter scrub for ultra-soft skin. The vanilla scent is cozy and deep, creating a perfect, inexpensive base layer for all my cozy brown sugar and warm amber perfumes.
18 oz Vanilla Shea Sugar Scrub - Tree Hut | Ulta Beauty
Summer skin prep that smells like vacation! I use the tropical scents (like Coco Colada or Watermelon) to slough off dry skin before applying self-tanner or stepping out in a dress. They leave my skin radiant, smooth, and ready for any fruity perfume...
Tropical Mango Shea Sugar Scrub - Tree Hut | Ulta Beauty
The ultimate high-end chemical exfoliant. This is a leave-on serum—not a physical scrub—for serious body work. It contains 12% exfoliating acids to fight KP (Keratosis Pilaris), smooth texture, and brighten old hyperpigmentation spots. I use it twice...
The Body Peel - Resurfacing Serum with 12% AHA/BHA/PHA, 1% Resveratrol + Peeling Peptide - Nécessair
Best budget retinol for beginners. This is a thick, substantial cream that works overnight to gently improve skin elasticity and texture without irritation. It's the perfect entry point into body retinoids if you want to tackle early signs of aging o...
Gold Bond Age Renew Retinol Overnight Body & Face Lotion, With Retinol & Peptide Complex, Dry Skin, 13 oz.
The lightweight, everyday retinol for sensitive skin. If you want a retinoid but need something gentle and fast-absorbing, this is the one. Its texture is like a light milk, making it easy to layer with a richer moisturizer or body oil later. It's af...
Naturium Skin-Renewing Retinol Fragrance Free Body Lotion - 8 fl oz
Effective body care must be high-impact. This cream delivers the necessary deep, lasting hydration without any sticky residue. It's a strategic choice for improving firmness and texture all over—it's smart science applied to the body.
Cetaphil Hydrating & Skin Firming Body Cream - 12oz
Shower & Base Scents
The key to a long-lasting fragrance is layering! These are my favorite luxurious body washes, gentle soaps, and base lotions that enhance my signature perfumes.
This is a perfect winter body wash. It creates a sophisticated, cozy vanilla-and-wood scent that doesn't clash with my perfumes. The lather is creamy and rich!
Fresh Cream Warm Cashmere Eau de Toilette Trio Gift Set - Philosophy | Ulta Beauty
The perfect spring/summer scent. It has a bright, juicy scent (Brazilian Jasmine & Pink Dragonfruit) that feels energetic and clean. Doesn't dry out my skin!
13 oz Beija Flor Elasti Renewing Body Wash - Sol de Janeiro | Ulta Beauty
A drugstore staple for layering! The vanilla scent is subtle but long-lasting. It cleans gently and ensures my skin is soft—the actual best base for perfume.
Dove Purely Pampering Nutrium Moisture Nourishing Body Wash, Shea Butter with Warm Vanilla, 22 oz
When I need a bright, non-sweet citrus scent. This smells like a fresh, zingy lime and ginger cocktail. It’s energizing for morning showers in the warmer months.
Ursa Major Citrus Riot Body Wash 8oz
A true luxury shower experience. This body wash is less about a single scent note and more about the feeling of a spa. The thick lather and exotic floral-ginger scent instantly elevate my morning routine. It leaves a beautiful, sophisticated, clean f...
Molton Brown Gingerlily Bath & Shower Gel
The most invigorating and creamy fruity wash. For a jolt of energy in the morning, this is my go-to. It's rich, moisturizing, and the bright, juicy fruit scent cuts through the morning fog. It's incredibly affordable but delivers a big, creamy lather...
Softsoap Body Wash Juicy Pomegranate & Mango 20 fl oz (Pack of 10)
Signature Scents & Perfume
My curated collection of elevated and memorable fragrances. These are the scents—from perfumes to body mists—that feel luxurious, timeless, and always capture the essence of my personal aesthetic.
A clean, woodsy vanilla that layers beautifully. It has a hint of pear that makes it wearable through early spring. It smells like a cashmere blanket.
Vanilla Woods Eau de Parfum - The 7 Virtues | Sephora
Juicy, bright, and unforgettable. This is my favorite recent fruity find. It's a fresh, ripe strawberry that lasts all day and feels like pure summer joy.
Strawberry Letter Eau de Parfum - PHLUR | Sephora
The ultimate vacation mist. A fun, affordable scent (Pink Dragonfruit & Hibiscus) that's great for refreshing throughout the day when I want a quick, bright, fruity burst.
8.1 oz Cheirosa 68 Hair & Body Perfume Mist - Sol de Janeiro | Ulta Beauty
The ultimate modern vanilla-amber gourmand for winter. This is a complex, sophisticated scent that smells like liquor and dark, rich vanilla.
Althair Eau de Parfum
This is my all-time favorite vanilla—it’s never sticky or too sweet. It delivers a rich, smoky, and sophisticated vanilla that acts as the perfect warm, grounding base to enhance almost any other light floral or woody perfume.
1.7 oz VANILLA MILK Eau de Parfum - Ellis Brooklyn | Ulta Beauty
I absolutely love using this right out of the shower. It provides a sheer veil of beautiful, subtle scent that instantly locks in freshness and makes the vanilla base last twice as long without being overwhelming.
Hey, Bouquet Allover Body Mist - FENTY SKIN body | Ulta Beauty
Body Care Tools
The essentials for maximum smoothness and glow. These tools are what make the biggest physical difference.
Throw out your old washcloths. This long, quick-drying fabric is the ultimate switch for a hygienic, all-over scrub that can effortlessly hit your back. It’s a favorite for eliminating ingrown hairs and revealing truly uniform skin.
SubSahara African Net Sponge 2-Pack, Exfoliating
This is a non-negotiable step to wake up your body before the shower. The brief ritual of brushing in upward strokes promotes lymphatic drainage and makes your entire body feel energized and ready to absorb every drop of moisture.
Dry Body Brush - SEPHORA COLLECTION | Sephora
Forget the creams that promise miracles; this device is the ultimate investment in firming and lifting. It uses advanced microcurrent technology to truly tone and contour the body, targeting areas like the arms and thighs to deliver powerful, visible...
NuBODY - Body Toning Device - NuFACE | Sephora
Body Treatments, Serums, and Oils
The essentials that give your body that polished, expensive look. These are the high-performance products—from deep-treating serums to specialized oils—that are non-negotiable for improving texture and delivering instant, all-day luminosity.
If you want truly toned skin, this is the final step after your dry brush. It uses Algae and Moringa to feel light, absorb instantly, and leave your body with a high-gloss, firm finish.
Sea Sculpt Body Oil for Firmness & Cellulite with Algae + Moringa - MARA | Sephora
You need this oil by your shower. It’s the perfect lightweight finisher to instantly seal in hydration and give you that incredible soft and glowing skin all day long, without feeling greasy or heavy.
Golden Hour Nourishing Body Oil - Saltair | Ulta Beauty
If you want skincare ingredients for your body, this is the product. The Ceramides and Niacinamide work overtime to seriously hydrate, improve tone, and tackle texture. It’s like a daily multivitamin for your skin.
Boosting Body Serum with Ceramides + Niacinamide - DIME | Ulta Beauty
This is what I use when my skin needs a serious reset overnight. It uses powerful Antioxidants to replenish and restore your skin while you sleep, so you wake up with your softest, most luminous glow—no effort required.
3.4 oz Night Body Serum - Moroccanoil | Ulta Beauty
This is my secret weapon for instant, flawless skin, especially for an evening out or when wearing a dress. It provides the signature nourishing Argan Oil benefits while leaving the perfect subtle, flattering liquid-gold glow on your arms and décolle...
Shimmering Body Oil - Moroccanoil | Ulta Beauty