We've got a ton of great new reviews for you over the coming weeks, including a look at what's new for spring, so let's get to it! I'm elbow-deep in body lotions this week, so here's a peek at what to try and what to ignore.

Al Benessere Hydrating Aloe Body Wash ($24 for 8oz) and Multi-Vitamin Body Lotion ($24 for 8oz)
Al Benessere ("toward well-being" in Italian) is a new aromatherapy bath & body line designed just for taking more time for yourself, and who doesn't need that? I had the opportunity to try the body wash in "Refreshing" and body lotion in "Relaxing"; each product comes in Refreshing (Grapefruit, Lavender, Orange and Geranium), Relaxing (Lavender, Orange, Ylang Ylang, Lemongrass, and Roman Chamomile) or Invigorating (Rosemary, Eucalyptus, Lavender and Patchouli).

The body wash delivers just the right amount of lather using a small amount on a puff or washcloth, and it's not drying to the skin. The Refreshing fragrance smells both fruity and slightly floral, but not overpowering. If you like something subtle that won't conflict with your favorite scented lotion or perfume, this is a nice choice.

The body lotion is lightweight and greaseless, good if you have only slightly dry skin; seriously dry skin will need something more substantial. It also has a subtle fragrance. For the level of dryness that I usually have, this lotion is not rich enough for me.

All in all, I think these are nice products but nothing exceptional or particularly unique. I've used shower gels and lotions from other brands like Lush, Carol's Daughter, Skin Market, The Body Shop and Deep Steep that I like better. You can find Al Benessere online at fourseasonsproducts.com.

Revlon Vitamin C Absolutes Re-Energizing Body Lotion ($14)
I'm on a body lotion kick, so I picked up this lotion over all the other choices in Revlon's new vitamin C line (includes a variety of skin care products). Unfortunately, there is little, if anything, I like about it. It's not rich enough to really quench dry skin, it's not energizing, and the citrus scent smells rather plastic and artificial. The only positive is the nice, subtle shimmer the lotion leaves on the skin, but you can get shimmer in a better smelling lotion like BeneFit Lightning or Stila Aqua Flaunt.

Carol's Daughter Body Milk ($11.95 for 8oz)
Often when I am testing a particular product, I continue using it longer than I normally would, just for the sake of the review. I figure, maybe if I use it for a full week or month, I'll like it better, or I'll get used to the smell, or what have you. With a lotion like this one from Carol's Daughter, I knew I loved it the moment I put it on. I just got this bottle in her Chocolate Milk scent just a few days ago and already I am sold. Not only does it smell absolutely, positively incredible, it moisturizes so completely - it's perfect. I couldn't resist it in Chocolate Milk, but if you prefer *not* to smell edible, Body Milk also comes in African & Egyptian Musk, Guavaberry, Nutmeg Nectar, Aloe & Kiwi for Men, The Sea, and Almond Milk.

For more information, visit CarolsDaughter.com.

Skin Market Body Whip ($11.95 for 6oz)
I also feel strongly about this unique whipped body cream from Skin Market - it rocks! This souffle cream melts instantly into the skin and has the most intoxicating scent - I bought the citrus berry, and every time I use it I feel like I should be sitting on a beach sipping daiquiris! The texture is light but rich on the skin - perfect for dry legs, elbows, hands. Body Whip also comes in fresh, ocean, pear and tropical.