New Favorite Body Wash Alert: Simply Olay Invigorate Body Wash

While at my mom's over the past week, I've been trying out a new body wash that I found in her shower ... Simply Olay Invigorate Body Wash.

This body wash is faintly scented with pomegranate and leaves my skin feeling fresh, clean and supremely moisturized. Just a tiny dollop upon my pouf creates such immense lather, I find it almost impossible to use it all! Its name may have the word "simply" in it, but I really think this product is anything but! It's definitely one I'm going to need to incorporate into my own shower once I'm back in NYC.

Simply Olay Invigorate Body Wash retails for $2.99 at olay.com.

First Look Fridays: Perrie Samotin, Senior Editor of StyleCaster

I first met Perrie Samotin when we were both invited to see Anything Goes on Broadway with M.A.C. We had the good fortune to sit next to each other during the show and immediately bonded, not only over our love of beauty but our longstanding love of theater! Perrie is unbelievably knowledgeable about both beauty and fashion, not to mention she's friendly and hilarious to boot. Stints at amNewYork and Theory led to her current role as Senior Editor of StyleCaster. Read on to find out how she came to work at StyleCaster, the blush she can't live without and so much more.

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Salon and Spa Directory: La Prairie at the Ritz-Carlton Spa

If you're looking for the ultimate in pampering and indulgence, the La Prairie at the Ritz-Carlton Spa in NYC is for you. The oasis in midtown Manhattan is home to one of the finest spas I've ever had the privilege of visiting.

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My Latest Mani: Lacquer Queen Maleficent

I recently discovered the magic of nail polish shopping on Etsy. For the longest time, I was wary of trying nail polish from that site -- I worried that the formulas might not be as good as the bigger brands, the colors might look different in person. I just wasn't sure what to expect. Well, color me a changed woman, because Lacquer Queen Maleficent is here and it's GLORIOUS.

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Sponsored Post: BLISSful Moments with neuro BLISS

Spending some time on the company jet. Don't I look blissful?

I travel for work. A LOT. Like, every week. So you can imagine how much I truly despise going through the airport -- taking my shoes off, taking out my laptop, restricting my product usage, being delayed, the whole works. My whole life seems to revolve around airports! So you can imagine my delight when I recently got the chance to fly on the company jet. Gone was the security, gone was the restriction on product size, here was the opportunity to bring a full-sized bottle of water on the plane and even get to keep my shoes on. It was BLISSful and just took all the stress out of travel! (Above is a photo of me enjoying the jet.)

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Essie Nail Polish Swatches: Neons & Summer 2013 Colors!

Whenever I'm not sure which nail polish to wear, I reach for a bottle by Essie -- and suddenly all is right in the world. I'm not quite sure how Essie does it, but every single color is pure magic. I really think Essie Weingarten has been knocking it out of the park with her collections lately -- both the Summer 2013 and Neons 2013 collections were, simply put, stellar. Read on for a few of my favorites.

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Eucerin Q10 Anti-Wrinkle Sensitive Skin Creme: It Does It All

There's one skincare product I can confidently recommend to any of my friends, regardless of their skin type, age or gender. Eucerin Q10 Anti-Wrinkle Sensitive Skin Creme really holds up to its name. This highly effective face cream is a triple threat that is moisturizing, gentle and anti-aging.

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Exclusive! La La Anthony on Her New Partnership with Caress, Her Favorite Beauty Products & More!

A few weeks ago, Caress announced La La Anthony as their new Fabulista (AKA spokesperson). I recently had the chance to speak with La La about her partnership with the brand -- and even got the scoop on some of her favorite beauty products and beauty tips! Read on for more.

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Zoya Presents Rory Nail Polish (My Name!)

Recently, a box marked "ZOYA" appeared in my mailbox. I wasn't expecting anything. Jamie informed me that she was treating me to a special surprise. Inside ... an enticing bottle of shimmery mauve called "Rory." Someone at Zoya chose to name the polish RORY!

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Introducing New Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream

A few weeks ago, the folks at Kiehl's offered to send me their brand new moisturizer -- so new, in fact, that it hadn't even hit shelves yet. The product, you may be wondering? It's Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream.

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First Look Fridays: Manicurist Gerry Holford

From Winona Ryder to Keri Russell, manicurist Gerry Holford has worked with some of the biggest names in the business. Read on to find out about her favorite nail trend, the nail polish remover she can't live without and so much more.

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Salon and Spa Directory: Skin Laundry

I’m a busy gal. I eat dinner standing over the kitchen counter more often then I’ll like to admit. A 90-minute facial is a luxury I just don't have time for right now. However, with the convenience and effectiveness of Skin Laundry’s Signature Laser Facial, I now can achieve their motto of “Healthy Skin With No Down Time.”

Skin Laundry’s two locations in Los Angeles are bright, airy, and extremely clean. I went to the Santa Monica location and met with Dr. Elson Lai, who patiently explained the 2-step facial process. The first part uses advanced cosmetic lasers to kill bacteria and clean the skin. The second part uses intense pulsed light (IPL) to stimulate collagen and even out skin tone. The facial is suitable for all skin types, even acne-prone and sensitive.

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First Look Fridays: M.A.C Cosmetics Senior Makeup Artist Victor Cembellin

There are certain makeup artists with whom I just end up immediately forming a special bond. M.A.C Cosmetics Senior Makeup Artist Victor Cembellin, is one of those people. I first met Victor at Fashion Week back in 2009, and I was instantly taken with two things: his pure skill when it came to makeup application and his ability to talk about makeup and trends so eloquently. He's a positive force in his role for M.A.C and a true joy to be around! Read on to find out how his love of beauty began, the favorite mascara we have in common and so much more.

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Scrumptious Shea: The Best Shea Butter Body Products

Shea butter. We've all heard if it, and we know it's supposed to do something good for us, but what is it, really? Extracted from the nut of the African shea tree, shea butter is a fat originally used in cosmetics, cooking and even as a topical painkiller because it is loaded with fatty acids, melts at body temperature and binds well to water, making it a great, fast-acting and long-lasting oil.

So it's no surprise that there are tons of beauty products loaded with this special butter. This series will cover three different categories of shea-rich beauty products. This last group is a collection of body products featuring our prized ingredient!

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