Beauty Pick: Chanel No. 5 Eau de Parfum Spray

Chanel No. 5 Eau de Parfum Spray ($61.50 - $115, chanel.com) is one of the most timeless and classic perfumes that will have you feeling like a real woman. This beauty pick is worth sacrificing a few of those expensive coffee drinks for, it's sophisticated and utterly chic.

Beauty Pick: Body Scrubs

It's that time of year again where we spring clean our homes and renew our spaces. Just don't forget a little spring beauty cleaning by refeshing your skin with a body scrub. After buffing away your dull winter skin you'll be left with softer smoother skin for all the spring fashions.


Neutrogena Energizing Sugar Scrub Body Exfoliator $7.99 drugstores



Bath & Body Works Signature Collection Body Scrub in Warm Vanilla Sugar $15.00 bathandbodyworks.com



Soap & Glory Spa Sugar Crush Body Scrub $16.99 Target



Giovanni Hot Chocolate Sugar Scrub $13.99 Target


100% Pure Organic Pomegrante Body Scrub $22.00 bathandbodyworks.com

Beauty Pick: Nude Lips

Going nude never goes out of style, for your lips that is. This gorgeous subtle lip color, be it from creamy pink to a soft neutral beige is the most wearable hue. It's one of my favorite looks because it looks great either day or night. And for an ultrasexy night look pair it with smoky eyes. You'll look stunning all night.

With this natual look, it surpasses the trends and you will never have to worry whether it's hot or not. Have fun finding your new nude hue, there are so many great products out be it drugstore or designer, you will find one that will fit your budget.

Gloss shown: Dior 'Addict' Ultra-Gloss Reflect in Beige Velvet $26.50 Nordstrom

Beauty Pick: Clinique 7 Day Scrub Cream Rinse-Off Formula

Clinque 7 Day Scrub Cream Rinse-Off Formula $18.00 (3.4 fl oz) clinique.com

Keeping our skin gorgeous during the winter can sometimes be a daunting task. It doesn't have to be, instead think easygoing beauty. With this easy to use scrub, you only need to use a little bit to buff away dull skin and leave you with softer smoother skin. It's designed to work for all skin types.

Beauty Pick: L'Occitane Hand Celebration Set

L'Occitane Hand Celebration Set $25.00 (sephora.com, amazon.com)

Fantastic for dry hands, these creams will give you extra hydration and have your hands feeling amazing. What I love about these creams is that they're moisturizing without being extremely greasy. The set includes three scents: Lavender, Shea Butter and Shea Vanilla Hand Cream. This also makes a beauty great gift for the holiday.

Beauty Pick: Josie Maran Multi-use Make-up

Josie Maran Finger Paint in Sweet ($36.00, josiemarancosmetics.com)

I love the soft shades in this set (designed to flatter all skin tones) and instead of toting around a bag full of make-up all you need is this chic little compact. This money saver can be used on your eyes, lips or cheeks. I also love that the entire Josie Maran make-up collection is organic (free of fragrances and paraban) and the packaging is made from recycled material.

Beauty Pick: Kerastase Noctogenist Serum Nuit

Having dry, damaged hair issues a great product to try is Kerastase Noctogenist Serum Nuit ($65.00). This easy to use overnight hair treatment is designed to absorb into the hair, giving you softer, more manageable hair all while you get in a few zzzz. For added tress protection, switch from your cotton pillow case to a satin one. It will keep your hair from getting tangled at night.


If the Kerastase is way beyond your beauty budget then try John Frieda Frizz-Ease Crème Serum Overnight Repair Formula ($9.99, drugstores).

Beauty Pick: Clinique High Impact Curling Mascara

This Clinique High Impact Curling Mascara ($14.00, Clinique.com) is your secret weapon for that big date or for a night of dancing with the girls. It's give you those really flirty and sultry eyes that just perfect for after dark. It's long wearing which may or may not be a good thing for some wearers. I like it because I didn't have to worry about it wearing off or smearing while wearing.

Beauty Pick: Evian Face Spray

Despite my skin being a little oily it can be a little dry and I don't always want to plug in a humidifier especially during the summer but I do like to keep my face fresh and dewy without all the hassel. A quick spritz of Evian Facial Spray (10 oz. for $15.99, drugstores) and my skin feels refreshed without having to apply moisturizer. Plus, it's small enough to carry in my tote.

Beauty Pick: Tokyo Milk Parfums

Who said fragrances can't be fun? Not me and certainly not Tokyo Milk. They have a playful collection of scents that are quickly becoming a must have. The 18 bottle collection ($28.00 each for one ounce ) includes scents such as Let Them Eat Cake, Dead Sexy, French Kiss, and I Want Candy. Each bottle features an amusing little image shown through the glass.

Besides the cute factor these intoxicating scents are affordable and convenient, which makes them easy to carry in your purse. You can purchase Tokyo Milk at: beautyhabit.com, amazon.com, and fredflare.com.

Beauty Pick: SPOTLIGHT by Avon

SPOTLIGHT by Avon $22.50 (1.7 fl oz)

This sultry yet delicate Eau de Toilette is a sensual mix of citrus, florals and subtle wood undertones for a gorgeously airy scent. This soon to be available fragrance is available on from Avon.

Beauty Pick: Benefit Cosmetics Girl's Night In!! Set

My beauty pick for the week in Benefit Cosmetics Girl's Night In!! set ($48, Sephora only). The name alone is quite cute. This kit includes: 2 creaseless cream shadows (Birthday Suit and Skinny Jeans shades), 1 lipstick (Lady's Choice shade (a pinkish nude)(For a better look at all three shades see picture below), 1 Talent Brush, 3 Love Your Look mannequin magnets and A custom lesson guide. I love this kit for the eyeshadow alone. They're easy to use and how easy is it to find the perfect gold/bronze or silver shades. The Talent Brush can be used for the eyeshadow or as the perfect concealer brush.

Beauty Pick: Carol's Daughter Lemon and Jojoba Cuticle Oil

During the winter my cuticles get really dry and what I found that works is Carol's Daughter Lemon and Jojoba Cuticle Oil ($9.50 for .5 fl. oz, carolsdaughter.com). This winter nail essential conditions and moisturizes my cuticles and nails without any greasy leftover residue. Plus, it has a great scent but not to over powering which is great for those who can't stand a loud scent.

Beauty Pick: Organic Rose Facial Mask

It's that time of year again of harsh cold air meets drying in-door heat. For skin repair try, Neal's Yard Remedies Rose Formula Anti-Oxidant Facial Mask ($59.00 for 1.8 oz, nealsyardremediesusa.com). It combines Damask Roses and Wild Rose seed extracts for deep skin regeneration, hydration and to boost collagen production for glowy and refreshed skin. Although it's formulated for normal skin type, this organic mask can be used on all skin types.

Beauty Pick: JK Jemma Kidd Adapting Lip Gloss

I'm addicted to Jemma Kidd products and this JK Jemma Kidd Lip ID Color-Adapt Lip Gloss ($20.00, Target) is not exception. It goes on clear (and smooth) then changes to your natural lip color. It's a natural look for day or evening. The bright pink container is adorable and I found this hydrating gloss to be long lasting and non-sticky.

Beauty Pick: Easy to Apply Smoky Eyes

Who doesn't love the look of smoky eyes? But sometimes it can get a little overdone and have you looking a little too raccoon eyed instead. Well Sephora has a Smoky Eyes Palatte ($38.00, Sephora) that will make it a little easier to obtain that sultry eye look.

The portable kit includes four eyeshadows, black eyeliner, mascara and a double-sided brush/sponge-tip applicator. Plus it comes with, easy to follow application pictures and a mirror.

Beauty Picks: Hand and Nails

Eight products to keep your hands & nails healthy, moisturized and Beautiful.


Black Cherry and Nutmeg Hand and Body Lotion by Creative Nail Design
$11.50
Ulta.com


Frais Spa Hand Sanitizer - An Allure Editors' Favorite
$29.00
beautyhabit.com


Lippman Collection 'Rich Girl' Hand Cream SPF 25
$24.00
Nordstrom


Lippman Collection 'Heaven In My Hand' Warmers
$39.50
Nordstrom


Nailtiques Oil Theraphy
$7.00
drugstore.com


Palmer's Cocoa Butter Cream
$4.49
drugstores


True Blue Spa Just a Minute 60-Second Manicure Scrub
$12.00
Bath & Body Works


Yves Saint Laurent Nail Touch
$25.00 each
Nordstrom