It’s about that time of year when my skin starts to get really dry and itchy and I feel like I have to put lotion on a million times a day.

Today is especially troublesome on my hands since it’s also cold this morning making them even more itchy before I head off to the airport.

To give me some relief on a daily basis, I thought I’d share some of my favorite hand creams and lotions in case you’re in the same boat

Philosophy Old-Fashioned Lemonade Hand Cream ($15 US):  A surprisingly rich cream, considering the main ingredient is water, that’s sinks into my skin wonderfully.  I also love the way it smells fresh like lemons on summer day - even in the middle of fall.

Sephora by OPI Daily Hand Moisturizer ($5 - $9 US):  This one’s a nice lotion that’s affordable enough to use everyday and also has an inviting, citrusy smell that earns this product more points in my book.

Glowology The Balm for Hands and Feet ($24 US): When I opened up this jar, the cream inside literally looked like rich frosting with little movement while smelling soft and powdery.  Formulated with organic shea butter, The Balm comes off as uber moisturizing without the heaviness of a cream.

LAVANILA The Healthy Body Butter Trio ($30 US): I’ve actually only tried this body butter in Vanilla Coconut, but this trio set I found on Sephora also comes with Pure Vanilla and Vanilla Grapefruit scents that’s great if you love all things vanilla.  This formula is also very rich and doesn’t last as long as the Philosophy lotion, but I just love the way it smells like cupcakes!

I hope your day is going to be a good one!  I’m getting ready to start my weekend early and am heading off to the airport for Vegas for the Boyfriend’s birthday soon.

We’re staying at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino - I can hardly wait to chow down on a yummy sandwich from ‘Wichcraft again.  Especially since I’ve been watching a lot of Top Chef these past few days.  Tom, you’re the cutest bald man ever!

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Thanks so much to everyone who left comments and entered the sweepstakes on my Pink Spotlight posts during the month of October to help me raise money with Comments for a Cure with The Beauty Blog Network.

Because of you I was able to reach my goal of $150 for Susan G. Komen for the Cure in which I made the donation this morning!!

I had such a blast featuring beauty products and hosting giveaways to benefit Breast Cancer Awareness and hope that you’ll join me in my efforts when we do it again next year.  A special thanks to the sponsors of the giveaways, Anastasia, E.L.F., Glowology, and Smashbox.

Thanks again so much, I couldn’t have done it without you!!

xoxo, Lilan

Today’s Pink Spotlight is not a color item or a skincare product to make you look gorgeous on the outside.  Rather, it’s something meant to provide you with a feeling of wellness on the inside.

When I’m able to create a soothing ambiance for myself, whether it’s in my bedroom, bathroom, or even my office (someday), I immediately feel more relaxed and calm, and that leads to a happier, and healthier me.

An easy way to create a quiet space for yourself is with dim-lit candles.  In an effort to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month, may I suggest picking up a Glowology Love Light Candle ($24 US) in a glass apothecary jar.  When you purchase this powdery scented candle during the month of October, Glowology will donate 50% of the proceeds to the Breast Cancer Research Fund.

Or, as our month-long contest for pink BCA products continues, you can win one of these pretty candles right here on The Daily Cookie!  All you have to do is fill out the sweepstakes form below for your chance to win this Love Light candle! Hurry because this giveaway closes on Tuesday, Oct. 21th at 11:55pm EST.

Don’t forget that I will also donate $0.10 for every sweepstakes entry I receive on this post, or any other BCA-related giveaways I feature during the month of October to Susan G. Komen for the Cure*.

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