Summer Scents

Summer is one of my favorite times and one of the most fun parts about it is discovering new scents. I love light fruity delicate scents for summer. You just want to take a cool refreshing shower, put your hair in a pony tail, dress in comfy casual clothes and go meet your friends smelling great and feeling alive. That's what summer means to me and that's what these scents all represent to me as well.

The Demeter Fragrance Library consists of more than 250 different fragrances inspired by everyday objects and experiences. These are simple, friendly and familiar scents, scents inspired by the beautiful smells that surround us everyday, adjusted to be both recognizable and wearable.  The physical and literal manifestation of "stopping to smell the roses," convincing people to enjoy and appreciate the beautiful smells that surround us all the time. 95% natural or renewable resources, no artificial colors, no phthalates, alcohol fermented from corn, no binders or emulsifiers. 1 oz cologne retails $20. http://www.demeterfragrance.com/

Sunshine. What does Demeter's Sunshine smell like? Think of your favorite, most comfortable cotton T-Shirt left outside and warmed by the sun. A fragrance that took years in the making, cotton, warmed by the sun, was the smell that best represented the idea of Sunshine

Pink Lemonade. Demeter's Pink Lemonade is just lemons, water, sugar and grenadine (pomegranate syrup). That's it. And that's really all you need.

Ocean. Ah, this fragrance is no more or less than "the breath of the sea". Simple: sun, salt, sand............lovely. Take Ocean with you wherever you, as a small reminder every day how invigorating the ocean can be.

Dragonfruit. Fresh from the vine, Dragon Fruit is created with leafy green notes intertwined with juicy Dragon Fruit, citrus zest and soft floral and wood hints. Dazzling and appealing, Dragon Fruit from Demeter, is an interesting fruit and a wonderful fragrance.

With refreshing scents including exotic fruits and fragrant flowers, these Signature Collection products are sure to melt away the heat with just one touch to the skin. Available in a Shower Gel ($11.00), Body Lotion ($11.00), Fine Fragrance Mist ($14.00), Shimmer Cooling Mist ($18.00), Travel Body Lotion ($5.00) and Travel Fragrance Mist ($7.00).

Bath and Body Work's Pure Paradise Collection includes products that give you a sun-drenched look every day no matter what your plans are!  While breathing in the intoxicating guava, cassis, and fresh star fruit notes, feeling bronzed and beautiful is simple
White Mango Chill: An ice cold summer cooler of white mango, kiwi sorbet and strawberry frost frozen with muguet blossom and blue sugar cane.
Coconut Water Chill:  The ultimate summer refresher of coconut water, iced acai berry and watery melon frozen with jasmine petals and Madagascar vanilla.

A brilliant burst of fragrant energy, Krigler Juicy Jasmine 30 combines the charm of the purest jasmine flowers with the fruity tang of orange blossom. The scent is sparkling and spontaneous – perfect for summer. Price: $175 Available: Krigler.com

Both powerful and subtle, Soap & Paper Factory Solid Perfume in L'Orange is a glorious citrus blend for both men and women. L'Orange will lift your sprirts, and awaken your senses this summer season. Price: $18. Available: Soapandpaperfactory.com

J.R. Watkin's Sugar & Shea Body Scrub in Grapefruit.  Achieve a radiant glow with this 100% natural body scrub formulated to smooth out rough elbows, heels, feet, and hands. Enjoy a smooth application too, using our no-mess tube. Retails $12.99.

J.R. Watkin's Hand Soap in Lemon and Orange Citrus. Formulated with natural ingredients and essential oils, this hard-working soap is gentle on hands. Enjoy Watkins’ premium fragrances and packaging as you create a soothing lather of suds. Rinse them away for exceptionally clean and smooth hands. Retails $4.99, Available at Walgreens and Target. http://www.jrwatkins.com/

What is your favorite summer scent? Comment and let me know!