Onto Greener Pastures: I'm Finally Leaving NYC.

Final shot in my empty apartment

11 years, 3 months and 23 days. That's how long I've been in New York. I moved to the city the August after I graduated from Indiana University -- just me, my four suitcases and a plane ride toward my new life. And I won't say I never looked back, but I certainly don't regret the choice I made to move to the Big Apple. But there's something new on the horizon. Today, I'll be leaving NYC for the city of Pittsburgh.

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The Top 9 Travel Beauty Products

I travel for work a LOT. It seems I'm on a plane almost every week -- and I absolutely despise checking a suitcase. So, naturally, I've amassed quite the collection of beauty products perfect for travel. (Side note: products over 3.4 fl. oz. are my own personal nemesis.) Read on toe see which products should definitely make their way into your carry-on.

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Perfectly Pumpkin: The Top 5 Pumpkin Beauty Products Perfect for Thanksgiving

I don't know about you, but I absolutely LOVE Thanksgiving. It's my favorite day of the year -- partly because of the food (I'm hard pressed to pick a favorite among turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, potatoes and pie), but also because it's the time to be with loved ones and be thankful for everything you have. There is, however, one major scent at Thanksgiving that really takes the pie for me. (See what I did there?) And that scent is pumpkin. It just smells like Thanksgiving to me. Below, the five pumpkin beauty products you (and your Thanksgiving) shouldn't be without.

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First Look Fridays: The Voice Key Makeup Artist Sherri Simmons

Makeup artist Sherri Simmons has quite the fabulous life. Among other fabulous projects, she's one of the makeup artists for the hit television show, The Voice! Read on to find out how she first became interested in beauty, the eyeliner she can't live without and so much more.

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Salon and Spa Directory: Dermalogica Skin Treatment

If you're looking for a truly amazing facial, there's no better place than Dermalogica. I've long been a fan of the brand for creating products that work for a variety of skin types, even skin as sensitive as mine! Most of my very favorite skincare products come from Dermalogica. So it stands to reason that a facial at the Soho location would be absolutely perfect!

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