When Vancouver-born Sasha Plavsic set out to create a responsible lipstick, she wanted it to be both naturally minded and capable of holding court with the MACs and NARSes of the world. Suffice it to say, mission accomplished. Ilia Beauty, her 85 percent organic collection of lip conditioners infused with jojoba oil and cocoa butter, [...]

Calling all product junkies: Your chance to sample the new goods from your favorite brands—with the opportunity to make some deeply discounted purchases—is T minus three months away. The third annual Beauty Sample Sale will bring testing areas, on-site makeovers, complimentary spa and salon treatments—and a martini bar!—to New York, Chicago, Milwaukee, Miami, Tampa, and [...]

A favorite haunt of green-leaning SoCal natives, Vert Los Angeles has established itself as something of a destination spot for the eco-chic. Owner and founder Renata Helfman stocks her Venice beauty shop with choice all-natural products from around the globe to help nurture healthy skin and an overall healthy lifestyle. This month, Helfman takes her [...]