HAPPY HANDS AND FEET
The POW Stealth Glove looks cool for everyday use, but is ideal for skiing and 'boarding. The butter-soft goatskin (leather) is supple, waterproof, breathable, and can handle cold down to -10 F. But it sports a casual urban style that teens (and adults) will want to wear on and off the slopes. The 200 Thinsulate insulation is light and flexible, so there's no oven-mitt bulkiness. $69, www.PowGloves.com

But if cold fingers (and toes) are a chronic problem, pick up a few of Heat Factory's Mini Warmers. On cold days, they can make the difference between heading into the lodge or getting in more runs. Simply tuck the Mini Warmers inside your child's favorite pair of gloves or socks—or opt for one of Heat Factory's many glove or mitten models with integrated warmer pockets. $1.69 for two, www.heatfactory.com

EuroSock's Grafica Leopard calf-height socks have a fun print kids love. And parents will appreciate that the lightweight, padded socks stay in place on kid's feet, and slip into ski and 'board boots without bunching. The socks are made of a soft synthetic yarn that keeps its shape and doesn't shrink. $24, www.eurosock.com

UP FROM THE SHOULDERS
Consider helmets to be standard issue for tykes on the slopes—they provide more warmth than a hat and, more importantly, protect little heads from injury. Take the Smith Venue 2, an easily adjustable kid's helmet that fits sizes 48 to 53 cm. The design maximizes airflow—both in the helmet and with goggles, to reduce fogging and control temperature, while the padding conforms to all industry safety standards. $100, www.smithoptics.com

The best piece of cold-weather apparel (for kids and adults) remains the SmartWool Neck Gaiter. It seals out the cold, keeps snow from sneaking inside your jacket after a nasty fall, and makes for a stellar impromptu face mask if conditions turn raw. And since it's made of soft and supple merino wool, it'll keep you warm, wet or dry—and it never itches! $20, www.smartwool.com