Put your best face forward this fall.  After all of the summer sun, beach getaways, and  outdoor barbeques it’s time to give your skin a break. We all know it’s essential to always load up on sunscreen whether it’s gloomy or not, but there are also other must have regimens your skin needs.

One of the major downfalls of cooler weather is dry skin, and dry skin does little for you health or beauty. Your skin goes from being sun kissed to being in dire need of moisture. We recommend starting off with an exfoliator. Skin needs to be exfoliated to get rid of impurities and to bring back your natural glow.

Try Philosophy’s Microdelivery Peel, which is a two-in-one exfoliator and peel that will give you the beautiful results you want.

For bodycare try Arbonne’s  Foaming Sea Salt Scrub. This exfoliating scrub is formulated with sea botanicals and sea salt for a refreshing scrub that leaves skin incredibly smooth which, even in the winter, is a must have.

After exfoliating at least once a week, we recommend using a powerful yet gentle cleanser. Of all the health and beauty skin cleansers that are out there, we keep coming back to the inexpensive and unsurprisingly ubiquitous Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser. You may already have this in your skincare arsenal, so you know how great it works.

Dry skin also needs good toner to balance out any dry spots.After exfoliating at least once a week we recommend using Lancome’s Tonique Confort. This silk soft toner from Lancome’ is gentle on the skin while toning and rehydrating for health and beauty.

One of the most important beauty supplies one needs for winter is a quality moisturizer that will give your skin back the hydration it needs. Make sure to pick out an oil-free non-comedogenic moisturizer which are available at most drug stores. We recommend Clinique’s Moisture Surge, a light, oil-free moisturizer with dramatic results. This moisturizer will quickly put the glow back into your skin.

This last product, the Clarisonic/Philosophy Value set, is a celebrity favorite, this all in one kit provides you with all of the necessary tools to bring your skin back to life. It’s brush gets rid of all of the oils and bacteria that are clogging your pores. This kit leaves your skin feeling cleansed and smoother than it ever has. While it is an investment for the cost, it is definitely worth it once you see the results.

Formerly known as the popular NYFW Media Mixer, HauteSocial is the premier networking event for influential online media, bloggers, and brands representing quality communications, top media, and leading industry brands. HauteSocial provides the opportunity to connect a social network of influential online voices with the best brands in the industry. It’s not your ordinary “tweet-up” event, HauteSocial is a new sexy, social “tweetup”-”meetup” mashup on steroids!

Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week has become a central hub for many who travel from all over the World to report from the tents. For the past two seasons, the HauteSocial – New York Edition has been the leading social media event that provides attendees several opportunities, within the beauty, fashion, and lifestyle industry; a place to meet, exchange ideas, and create relationships. Our events promise to highlight the community of digital voices, while bringing together great brands, special guests and new connections that are essential to the advancement and evolution of social media.

Here’s your chance to win 2 tickets to this season’s “hautest” fashion week social media private party sponsored by Dermablend Professional, L’Bel, Degree Women, FLIRT! Cosmetics, Underbar NYC, Gerber Group, and W Hotels Union Square. Expected guests: Ted Gibson (Celebrity Stylist & TLC’s What Not To Wear), Jason Backe (Celebrity Colorist & Real Housewives of DC), Tommy Didario (Model & Actor CW’s High Society), Dabney Mercer (CW’s High Society), influential editors and bloggers in beauty, fashion and lifestyle, as well as executives from leading brands.

All you have to do is complete the steps below and leave a comment below on who is your favorite designer! It’s that easy! The giveaway ends Saturday at 12pm EST.

A random winner will be chosen Saturday, September 11, 2010 at 12:01pm EST and will be given the secret password. US residents only. Winner will be emailed and have 24hrs to claim their prize.

Complete all the steps to enter:

1. Visit the main website page of HauteSocial at http://hautesocial.com
2. Follow @HauteSocial on Twitter by clicking through the “Follow us on Twitter” button
3. Fan/Like HauteSocial on Facebook
4. Who is your favorite designer? Leave a comment below.

GOOD LUCK!!

***Update***: Congratulations to Anna Becker of NY, winner of the HauteSocial ticket giveaway!

We all yearn for those expensive, high end makeup and beauty products, but for most of us they are too lavish and unaffordable. With this in mind, we consider it our steadfast responsibility to share beauty products that are just as good as the high end makeup, but so much cheaper! With out further ado,  here are some of the best beauty products of 2010. This article includes the best drug store brands as well as high end options for every girl’s makeup bag.

Mascara

Drugstore Brand

Mascara is one of the most important products us ladies must buy, Maybelline offers several good selections but our favorite has to be the Full-N-Soft Mascara, because it lengthens and volumizes like no other. It is hard to believe it retails at around $5-7 dollars in most areas.

High end brand-

This award winning mascara is a true must have, it lengthens, strenghtens and creates such a dramatic look people will think you’re wearing fake eyelashes. This mascara is unbeatable and will definitely add to your makeup collection.

Eyeshadow

Drug store brand-

For creating gorgeous eyes with L’Oreal’s metallic shadows duos collection, this collection features a lighter color on one side and a darker color on the other to enhance and create a dramatic look. With this inexpensive collection you can save money and still look like a million bucks.

High end brand-

This new shadow from MAC is one of the hottest looks of the season. It is somewhat expensive at around $19 at Macy’s but worth it when you see how well it blends with any eye color. Long lasting and easy to apply it is truly a fantastic purchase.

Foundation

Drug Store brand-

Max Factor offers one of the best and most inexpensive foundations. This foundation has seamless coverage and can be found at most drug stores or can be ordered online at drugstore.com

High end brand-

Clinique has done it again with another foundation that truly works. The Even Better Foundation evens out the skin while providing all day coverage and picture ready skin. It goes on smooth and stays on all day for any event.

Lipstick

Drugstore brand-

Revlon Super Lustrous Creme 725 Love That Red Lipstick, .15 oz

Create a dramatic evening look for less with Revlon’s Love That Red Lipstick, available at most drug stores.

High end brand-

We hate to be the bearers of bad news, but it’s time to face facts—summer is coming to end. Not to fret though, there is a light at the end of the proverbial tunnel and that shining beacon is the glory of fall fashion. Sure we might have to say goodbye to the chic and sexy swimwear we were so excited to break out on the beach, and the hot little skin-showing items that the warm summer months affords us, but fall fashion definitely offers a charm all its own.

Style connoisseurs agree that this coming fall will be all about sophisticated glamour and bold, yet soft silhouettes. Here are some cool, must-have trends that will have you bringing in the autumn months with style.

Velvet

Whitney Port was spotted wearing what will be one of fall’s biggest trends. Velvet Jackets can go perfectly with jeans for a cool and chic casual look, or on a night out on the town.

You can find this celebrity style at a wide variety of clothing stores this fall. One of our favorites is this Velvet Schoolboy Blazer from J.Crew.

Large Satchels

Large satchels are a definite must have this  coming fall. Beyonce exhibits her always fashion forward taste with this large satchel. These roomy bags are stylish yet practical.

This Kabrina Drawstring Leather Satchel from Nordstrom caught our attention.

Oxford Shoes

Nicole Riche sports this comfortable, casual, sleek and stylish oxford style shoe. They prove to be a classic fall style that go perfectly with skinny jeans or a cute skirt over tights.

Steve Madden has huge selection of oxford shoes.

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Lace Tops

Lace tops offer a dreamily beautiful option that fits right in with the feel of autumn. They are elegegant and delicate, yet hip and cool.

Saks Fifth Avenue has this awesome lace top.