Summer Trends: Hair
Low ponytails cannot be avoided this summer!
Waves give your hair a very summery look.
Summer Trends: Make-Up
Need some inspiration for your make-up this season? To kick off June, take a look a some of the trends for the summer, coming straight from the runway!
Use some bright eyeshadow to shine with the sun!
You can also play with your eyeliner to balance a bright outfit.
Fake lashes make your eyes look brighter.
TOP 4 PICKS FOR SPA WEEK
April 15th - 21st is Spa Week in NYC. Check out the four $50 Spa Week treatments that we are most excited about. Book soon before these treatments sell out!
1. Korean Salt Scrub at Tribeca Spa of Tranquility
Get spring ready by indulging in an authentic Korean Salt Scrub. Includes a refreshing Cucumber Face Mask and Deep Conditioning Hair Treatment. Afterwards, relax in the steam room and sauna. Spa Week Korean Body Scrub, 75 Minutes, $50. Note: SpaWeek runs through 4/28 at Tribeca Spa of Tranquility. Book
2. Ayurvedic Massage at FineLiving New York Ayurveda
Haven’t tried Ayurveda yet? Spa Week is the perfect excuse to experience this 5000 year old Indian practice. Fine Living New York’s 60 minute Ayurvedic Massage includes oils customized to body type and condition and instantly de-stresses. Spa Week Aroma-Abhyanga Body Massage, 60 Minutes, $50. Book. 
3. 24K Facial at SKN Spa
Indulge in a 24K facial treatment at SKN SPA, fit for Cleopatra (apparently, she used pure gold to keep her skin glowing!) This treatment includes the usual cleansing, exfoliating, extractions and a 24K gold mask. Spa Week Cleopatra Golden Facial, 60 Minutes, $50. Book. 
4. Signature Massage at Allure Day Spa
We love indulging in a massage at this quintessential Upper East Side neighborhood Day Spa. Expert technicians will tailor the massage to your needs. Spa Week Signature Massage, 45 Minutes, $50. Book
BluePrint Cleanse Founders Share Their Salon & Spa Picks
This week’s guest curators are Erica Huss and Zoe Sakoutis, founders of BluePrint Cleanse. Read on to see their favorite Beauty Booked salons & spas….
Erica’s Picks
DryBar - I’m an admitted blowout junkie, and I love the concept of quick appointments with consistent results. The aesthetic of the salons is really clean and cool, and chick flicks and complimentary treats make it that much better.
Massage America - This is a great, no frills experience that really works to relieve deep tension. It’s not a glamour spa, but it’s a great massage when you need more than just relaxation.
Zoe’s Picks
DryBar - The concept is genius, and these guys have done it right. The prices are reasonable and the environment is super chic, and it’s quick and convenient for anyone on the go.
Kiehl’s Spa 1851 - I’ve always been a fan of their products as well as their packaging and branding. The spa takes those elements one step further and provides excellent services.
Clarins Skin Spa - I love their products, and the spa experience is totally decadent. Definitely a special treat!
You can enter for a chance to win a beauty treatment at one of Erica and Zoe’s favorite beauty spots by participating in our Facebook contest.
Join us for Beauty Treatments & Wine Tasting at Caudalie Spa at The Plaza Hotel! Click here for tickets
Celebrity Makeup Artist Nick Barose has created flawless looks for the likes of Amy Adams, Alicia Keys, Kate Mara and Julianne Moore, earning him frequent mentions in top style magazines like InStyle and Glamour.
As a true makeup maestro, Barose is a big believer in the magic of a good facial to create the perfect palette for his work. This week he’s spilling the details on Jillian Wright Clinical Skin Spa, his recommended Beauty Booked spot for getting red-carpet ready skin.
“When I enter Jillian Wright, I’m immediately put at ease and that’s no easy feat when I’m coming from a job. Walking in off the streets of midtown, her zen-like atmosphere somehow calms me right down and I love that the atmosphere here is never rushed.”
“Like most spa-goers (celebrities included) I get a little nervous about the aesthetician judging my skin but Jillian is a true professional. She is incredibly knowledgeable with great tips on how to improve my skin and she delivers them with warmth and friendliness that you don’t always find. My skin looks great after her facial and that extra ‘glow’ effect lasts for days. If only the effect of her relaxing shoulder massage lasted that long!”
“I encourage my clients to book a good facial before a red carpet event because it make a big difference in the look I can create. In a red carpet situation there’s no photo-shop back up option to hide major flaws. The unpredictable lighting means that I have to be strategic with foundation so it looks good in every light, meaning not too heavy. A facial treatment smoothes out the skin, brings out natural radiance and erases any dry spots that can be difficult to hide. I’m left with the perfect canvas to enhance the natural beauty of my client.”
“The best part about Jillian Wright? The prices are reasonable so it’s actually possible to get regular facials and that’s how you will see the best results.”
Introducing Beauty Booked’s Guest Curator series, featuring top beauty editors, bloggers and other beauty taste-makers who will share their favorite beauty spots, services and insider tips.
Our first Guest Curator is Maura Lynch, Senior Beauty Editor at Lucky Magazine. Read on to see Maura’s picks…
TENOVERTEN TRIBECA
“My recipe for a perfect Saturday morning includes a spin class at SoulCycle followed by a mani/pedi at Tenoverten (which is just a few blocks away). It’s chic, spotless and super-comfortable, the polish selection is fantastic (Chanel! Essie! RGB!), and the floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Tribeca are a total upgrade from the usual nail salon view of a wall.” Book
BLOW
“My hair is baby fine and I usually can’t make a blowout last longer than a day. I can make one from Blow last about four days (during which time my hair looks way thicker and more voluminous), though—it’s kind of a miracle. Bonus: the products they use (blowpro) have the best citrusy/green tea scent.” Book
CAUDALIE VINOTHERAPIE SPA
“Two of my favorite things—spa and wine—rolled into one. The relaxation room doubles as a wine bar: let the on-site sommelier recommend a glass from Caudalie’s winery, Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte, before indulging in one of the supremely relaxing and restorative treatments. I’m partial to the Vinosculpt facial, which combines microcurrent, LED, and an oxygen infusion, leaving your skin looking airbrushed.” Book
Backstage at Iris van Herpen, Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week
Review: Fix Beauty Bar
A blowout, mani and glass of wine all at the same time? Dream. Come. True. From the polish selection (Chanel, Tom Ford, YSL to name a few!), to the super friendly staff, to the lavender infused products that seem to melt away stress, we love everything about Fix Beauty Bar. This just might be the perfect place to unwind after a long week and kick off the weekend. Now, if only there were more locations throughout the city. BB Insider Tip: They are open on Sundays for groups and parties. Book your appointment now on Beauty Booked.
Review: Moonshine Spa
One of the city’s best kept secrets, Moonshine Spa is tucked away at the Parker Meridian Hotel. With only two services to choose from – a massage or facial – the simplistic spa menu is a refreshing change of pace for beauty junkies. From the style of treatment to the playlist crooning in your room, everything about your experience is tailor-made to meet your needs. (We enjoyed a lower back shiatsu paired with Indian music!) All six treatment rooms exude cozy-chicness with a Prohibition 1920s vibe. BB Insider Tip: Complimentary shot of moonshine (appropriately) offered upon check-in. Book your appointment now at Beauty Booked
