Cetaphil

Last summer I wrote about a few fabulous hand creams that help maintain these over-used helpers. Now that it's winter, hands need special attention - I know every handbag of mine has a little sample-sized tube of something in it. But I was thinking of featuring hand creams under $10 since it is winter and some of use plow through these containers super quick (case in point: moi). Enjoy!

Tried and true by, um, hundreds of thousands of women. Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Hand Cream, Fragrance Free, $4.39.

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Another day, another endless quest. I have forever been in search of the perfect oil-free face wash. I have tried everything from simple Dove Soap to specially formulated cleanser from my dermatologist. I have a theory that face wash is kind of like deodorant in that your skin builds up immunity to one if you use it for long enough. This may or may not be true, but that's what I believe.

Here are two of my faves from over the years:

The Drugstore Staple - Cetaphil® Daily Facial Cleanser For Normal to Oily Skin

This gentle cleanser won't clog your pores and it's only $6.99! You can buy it online here

The Department Store Winner - Lancome Ablutia Fraicheur

I like this one because it makes a nice foaming lather and it's oil-free, but specially formulated not to remove essential oils. It's kind of pricey, $27.00, but lasts a good six months. You can buy it online here

I am sure I will be looking for another one soon, so I'd love to know which facial cleanser is your favorite.