When I moved to Michigan, I had a vague understanding that winters would be much colder and snow-filled than what I was used to in Virginia. What I wasn’t expecting, however, was how DRY the northern winter air would be. After growing up in a climate where humidity was second nature and a dehumidifier was our basement’s best friend, I now understand the importance of facial moisturizer and why humidifiers exist.

Needless to say, when Rustic MAKA sent over some of their newest skin and facial care items, the timing couldn’t have been better. Below, I’ve got the scoop on this Michigan brand’s new "Oh Mango Love!" Collection and four awesome products that'll make your skin feel like it's still summer (plus, keep reading for an exclusive giveaway)!

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HYDRATE Mango Lip Balm

Rule number one for surviving Michigan winters: getcha some good lip balm. Rustic MAKA’s HYDRATE Mango Lip Balm adds the perfect layer of protection between you and frigid winter wind, and it’s oh-so-yummy, too. Starting as a solid, this stuff glides on smoothly and leaves a delicious-smelling, Vaseline-like coating (but without the petrolatum!). Derived from natural, phthalate-free fragrances, the scent is noticeably tropical, but not overpowering.

MOISTURIZE Mango + Orange Calendula Infused Body Cream

Okay, this stuff is just awesome. Rustic MAKA’s MOISTURIZE Mango + Orange Calendula Infused Body Cream is a super-indulgent body butter that really has the consistency of fresh butter. When I opened the jar, I expected this to be one of those jiggly creams that—let’s face it—would work better in a squeeze tube. Alas, this cream is more of a soft solid that melts in your hand (truly butter-like), making application much more controlled. And because it’s insanely-moisturizing (made for extra-dry skin), a little goes a long way. Given the size of the container, I expect this to last me quite a while . . . and thank goodness, because it’s all I can do to keep from burying my nose in this sweet-smelling jar all day long.

Takes Two To Mango Pachy Deodorant

Can’t forget the underarms! Rustic MAKA’s widely-touted Pachy deodorants are where it all began, and for good reason. The deodorants in this all-natural line are free of aluminum, parabens, and synthetic fragrances, and they actually work. As someone who’s tried several natural deodorants, I can honestly say that Pachy is one of my favorites (and they didn’t pay me to say that—I regularly buy this stuff with my own money). “Sweet Lemonade” is my reigning favorite, but “Takes Two To Mango” has a mild, sweetly-tropical scent that conveys a happy, summertime feeling during this time of year. This one’s definitely a new contender.

RELIEVE Skin Rescue Salve

Cold, wind, and constant hand-washing when you’re trying to avoid those winter germs—it takes such a toll on your poor skin. If you’re prone to experiencing dry, cracked knuckles or irritated elbows, this salve’s for you. My hands go through at least one desperate plea for TLC every year, and this scent-free (save for a slight earthy scent from the natural ingredients) formula appears to be the perfect medicine for soothing skin repair.

[CLOSED] - GIVEAWAY: Win A Rustic MAKA Gift Package!

Allllll right, friends—it’s time for a giveaway! Enter below for your chance to win one of each item featured in this post (a nearly $50 value!). This includes:

*One (1) HYDRATE Mango Lip Balm
*One (1) MOISTURIZE Mango + Orange Calendula Infused Body Cream
*One (1) Takes Two To Mango Pachy Deodorant
*One (1) RELIEVE Skin Rescue Salve

Giveaway ends Sunday, December 17, 2017 at 11:59 p.m. EST. To enter, use the Rafflecopter widget below:



Good luck!

Which Rustic MAKA product are you most excited to try?