Lemon Aid

Just a pretty garnish on a tall glass of water? Think again. The stock of the sour citrus is on the rise as it makes it way into all things beauty.


By Katie Avon Miller

LemonMade Bath & Shower Gel
LemonMade Bath & Shower Gel
 

Much like a cup of joe, this rich, creamy body wash provides a morning boost as it balances skin's natural pH and moisture levels.

$18, Davies Gate, Bath & Body Works

 
Dr. Hauschka Lemon Body Oil
Lemon Body Oil
 

Decidedly nongreasy, this sinks in like an ultralight lotion. Use it after showering to increase elasticity, or postworkout to strengthen connective tissues.

$27, Dr. Hauschka

 
Fresh Lemon Sugar Bath Cubes
Lemon Sugar Bath Cubes

Plunk this fizzy lemon-and-aloe combo into the tub to cleanse skin. It also moisturizes with a dash of soothing honey and avocado.

$32, Fresh

 
mark Self Sanctuary Lemon Sugar Scent Mist
Self Sanctuary Lemon Sugar Scent Mist
 

Spread positively zesty vibes to those around you with this crisp, light fragrance.

$12, mark

 
Bliss Lemon+Sage Body Scrub
Lemon+Sage Body Scrub
 

For a spa-style exfoliation at home, scrub with it from head to toe for a few minutes before showering. The results will not go unnoticed.

$30, Bliss
 
GoSmile Lemonade Smile Whitening Protection Fluoride Toothpaste
Lemonade Smile Whitening Protection Fluoride Toothpaste
 

This paste was created to encourage longer oral-care sessions. And it works: Now you'll rejoice when it's time to brush your teeth.

$16, GoSMILE

 
C.O. Bigelow Lemon Body Cream
Lemon Body Cream
 

Lemon extract, shea butter, and kukui-nut oil team up in this intensive moisture recipe, an apothecary favorite since the 1800s that smells shockingly (and pleasingly) similar to lemon meringue pie.

$24, C.O. Bigelow, Bath & Body Works

 
Limonade
Limonade
 

Sculpted and scented like legit lemons, these soaps add a clean, coastal flare to any kitchen or bathroom. And with this set of four, you won't feel bad actually using one.

$30 for four, Gianna Rose

 
Decléor Aromessence Neroli
Aromessence Neroli
 

Housed in an old-world glass jar, this elixir of 100 percent essential oils is deeply luxe. Apply to a clean face morning and night for a dose of aromatherapy, moisture, and protection.

$59, Decléor

 
philosophy Lemonade Lip Shine
Lemonade Lip Shine
 

It's more satisfying than a tin of bon-bons. Stash one everywhere the mood strikes—handbag, car, gadget drawers....

$35 (comes as part of the three-piece Pool House gift set), philosophy

 
Lemon Butter Cuticle Creme
Lemon Butter Cuticle Creme
 

Keep this next to your bed, and make it part of your nightly ritual for strengthening nails and hydrating parched cuticles.

$6, Burt's Bees

 
Photography by Ethan Palmer
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