Let’s “face” it – even those of us with the clearest skin could use a little help and guidance from time to time. What if there was a product out there that could instantly enhance skin’s appearance, making it look naturally airbrushed and gorgeous? Good news: Per-fékt Beauty’s Skin Perfection Gel and Body Perfection Gel <... >

You will be tickled pink with the marriage of Dashing Diva and Legally Blonde, the Musical. This summer the two glamour icons launched a limited edition, yummy, one “Elle of a Pedicure,” and held a positively divalicious event with the female cast of Legally Blonde. The event, held at Dashing Diva’s Third Avenue location, featured <... >

“That whole coffee thing is just overrated,” you say to your java drinking pals who guzzle their Starbucks morning, noon, and night. With a dramatic eye roll, they tell you to “get a life and grab a cup of joe,” but something a little strikes your fancy. Leaning back on the couch in (duh) the <... >

When Sex and the City devotees flocked from far and wide to the premiere of the eagerly anticipated movie, they were treated to an event of truly Manolo-worthy proportions. Complimenting the glitz and glamour of Carrie and company was a backdrop of elegance, beauty and unapologetically fearless femininity, each detail of visual splendor perfectly positioned <... >

Who can resist a twofer? Especially when it means doing good for yourself as well as doing good for others. In this case, it’s for the kids…abused kids. Clarins has great sun care products as well as a great big heart and a soft spot for children, so they’re donating money to Childhelp, a non-profit <... >

We know your secret indulgence. That thing you like to do at home when no one else is around. Curling up on the couch, with phone and credit card in hand, to flip the channel to the Home Shopping Network. (What did you think we were talking about?) Get ready to tune in this Friday, <... >

Whole Foods Market is giving summer a fresh new taste of seasonal favorites with its new Tastemaker program. The program showcases the work of food artisans within the New York area. The tastemakers will be featured on store signage, and also contribute to Whole Food’s promotional pieces. Some of the Tastemakers include Dan Barber of <... >

After a short blip off the City Pulse radar, I’m back to confess my progress thus far! As you all know, I started training with Mike Shaw of New York Personal Training 4 weeks ago with a goal of losing 10-15 lbs. in one month. Since then, I’ve been training with Mike for 30 minutes <... >

Sucre is a small hub on Bleecker Street for flourishing independent designers who shine amidst the mass-produced in the neighborhood. Inside, Wendy Nichol stands as one of them with her spring and fall 2008 collections showcased and discounted for followers who have been waiting for the day. I’m sure you’ve come across her pieces on <... >

Don’t know your Shincha from your Sencha? Not to worry, all will be tea-lightfully explained to you when you visit Ito-En, the tranquil and lovely tea and gift shop on Madison Ave at 69th Street. The airy, modern, stylish Japanese store has shelves filled with the prettiest and most precious Japanese tea cups, teapots and <... >

New Yorkers have the luxury of being able to order a rack of ribs to their apartment at 4 a.m. and the convenience of finding pulled pork at over 20 different establishments in the city; but whether it’s real BBQ or not is questionable. Do they know meat? The 8th Big Apple Block Party brings <... >

This month, BN editors share their most memorable wedding stories. “A friend of mine and her husband wanted a beautiful, countryside setting for their wedding and found a location with a corn field nearby, rolling hills and flowers in bloom — it looked like a movie set. Everything was ideal, until a flock of birds <... >

Give from the heart and have a great time on Friday June 20th at Groovy Summer Grooming, a cocktail event to benefit Animal Haven in Soho. Enjoy yummy treats, goody bags and an auction, as well as bring your favorite accessory, your dog. It’s not often you can bring your favorite party animal with you. <... >

Chanel has gone the way of the MAC and brought its makeup to the people. The new interactive makeup corner at Bergdorf Goodman is a fresh concept for Chanel and allows customers to try it before they buy it, as well as get free makeovers. There are plenty of mirrors and makeup testers, and Chanel’s <... >

BeautyNewsNYC and skyn ICELAND Solutions for Stressed Skin are giving you free tickets to the event of the weekend! Be one of the first five readers to email in and you’ll receive two tickets to the Distinguished Concerts International New York Concert this Saturday, June 14th at 8:00 p.m. Featuring Carl Orff: Carmina burana, Timothy <... >

Continued from last week’s Part 1… As if such an abundance of wedding aid was not enough, guests at The Wedding Salon had the chance to literally visualize their receptions. Arranged in an enclosed ‘island’ in the center of the hall, modish round tables proudly displayed the craftsmanship and overall style of several event planners, <... >

In addition to letting Dad know how much he is appreciated this Sunday, you can also let him know you’d like to appreciate him for many more healthy years to come. June 15th will not only mark the day of our fathers, but is also National Men’s Health/Cancer Awareness Day. In an effort to celebrate <... >

I know I can’t last an entire summer with those ‘beach tousled waves” and I know it’s hot (and humid!). But the thought of a scorching hair dryer going at your locks for, let’s say, a mere 15 minutes may not sound so enticing. Now just close your eyes, imagine a beautiful (might I add, <... >

Just to be on the safe side, check your dog’s food. Timberwolf Organics (www.TimberwolfOrganics.com) has voluntarily recalled two of their products. Due to recent reports from customers, the formulas from three specific dates are pulled from the shelves. These are: Dakota Bison with ‘best by date’ of 12 Feb 2009 Ocean Blue with ‘best by <... >

For a decade, Sephora has been a girl’s best friend (well, one of many), for being a one stop shop of products to make us beautiful from head to toe. Now, Sephora, the ultimate beauty authority, wants to supply the ‘it’ mascara and coveted fragrance, while giving you some insider beauty secrets. To celebrate its <... >