Pour It on and Take a Powder

Here’s a little-known weapon for battling the oncoming holiday stress--Liquid Velvet Talc by Body Drench. The 2-year-old product goes on like a lotion but quickly turns into powder. Mildly scented, it feels like a secret treat just when you need it the most.

Liquid Velvet Talc is sold in 4-ounce bottles for about $18 at various spas, salons and beauty supply stores.