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In Cosmetics NY, Women's Dermatologic Society Even with the caveat that a legal definition of  'natural'-isn't exactly USA government regulated as of yet- with regards to beauty products...(or food -for that matter), third party certification, non-profit watch groups ( EWG.org , for example), willing companies ( Proctor+Gamble )  and class action lawsuits -help wised up buyers make choices.  Cause those ingredient lists-as well as efficacy/value proposition/ethically-sustainably sourced and cruelty free factors are big deals-not just 'greenwash' marketing buzz. The term 'simple' ingredients-is  somewhat baffling-as even botanics-algae-rice-and charcoal-components that seem to be popular formula sources-are complex. But familiar ...so no surprise we saw new multi-syllable offerings from a slew of companies at the sourcing makeup/beauty trade show-In Cosmetics NY. New Green Aqua Foundation by French supplier Sensient Technologies -is "...mad...

French Mimolette -Origin Pas-de-Calais-hard dry and pressed crumbly-rich taste with roasted aromas of butterscotch+coffee flavors...terrific year round too!

Boa® Closures Lace Up New Balance, Asics, Adidas Outdoors  Boa® 's closure  - have been SOP on snowboard/ski boots/helmets for years-but now the floppy laces' slayer convenience... via GIPHY no more slip+trip  and lightweight comfort... on sneakers...is rapidly gaining favor. BOA's push up/down release dials (sport specific including a new run specific system of the TX4™ soft lace, FormTX™ textile guides-a blend of nylon and Teflon®- and the secure low profile L6 dial)- don't add up -onto a shoe's weight (a good thing), plus reduce chaffing/lower friction-are addictive, IMO...once one experiences' it. New Balance  FuelCore Sonic ($109) is for the fast+furious-or those who wannabe. In  Men's (8.5oz)+Women's (7.3oz) running shoe-w/ bootie construction-  ultra-breathable mesh upper combined w/ minimal cage support-kept secure w/ Boa closure. 

Part 2 Women's Dermatological Society -NYC Head hair -or the lack there-of-is a concerning beauty 'issue' for women (and men). So of course...there's a slew of research, and available home use tools/products devoted to helping bring 'on the healthy tresses. A recent gathering of some of the top East Coast based dermatologists- all whom we could have bombarded for hours with questions ...was our classroom 101 for the topic of "Female Pattern Hair Lose" with 'professors' Maryland based  Valerie Callender MD and NYC based Shari Lipner MD , , PhD, FAAD delivering  tress stress truths -including a diagnosis of what hair loss actually is- like a visibly wide(r) part, loss of volume, and overall thinning. -.and that underlying causes (including auto-immune illness- alopecia),  genetics, diets, hormones (or lack thereof) and stress - can all result in temporary or permanent lost locks. via GIPHY

second from left, Michelle Meyer-with some of the gals inspired by-and featured in her best-selling book, The Curl Revolution. FYI-the book has how to's for guys, kids and nice-a special shout-out for photographer Karston "Skinny" Tannis . Part One We have a feeling humankind has been trying to tame its mane since appearances were painted on ancient cave walls, back in the day. Leaping forward to the late 20th century...naturally curly tresses in all of their glory...began for us...embracing hairdos of all kinds-as celebrated in the late 60s (the revived on Broadway version) of the musical HAIR...heralding the '...wonders of..." Now even more so-different textures and styles inherent in a multi-cultural society-are welcomed-and we got spectacularly visual proof of this-at the recent book party for The Curl Revolution -by Michelle Breyer-the creative light co-founder of the NaturallyCurly community-born in 1998 (website, social media...). via GIPHY

 Calendar dates are besides the point for footwear needs---especially when some form of athletic sneakers interpreted for casual lifestyles---seem dominate the feet we observe in our city life. Still autumn days, irrespective of temps- signal a shift in daylight hours-that alone has us pining for dressier shoes in autumnal tones. via GIPHY Top Picks for any weather? OF COURSE - the iconic Chelsea/Ankle boots (M+W) =always the perfect Fall shoe for work/play times since... Don't save these on trend velvet merlot bootie beauties ( NINA SHOES ) for the holiday parties...wear now for subtle daytime sparkle that translates into night-time style-wise. Value priced-Inamae $99-also available in a rich b/w brocade pattern + black suede too=   worthy of our glam rock inner David Bowie wannabe tendencies.

Bernardo 1946 rainboots' rainbow of waterproof choices now include a new dusty ROSE shade- a 'neutral'  addition...that can wardrobe synch-up as well any black, brown or white footwear. Available now-meet out fav waterproof rain/snow PAIGE RAIN kicker-in rose-with all day comfort via a cushioned insole...ez on/off Chelsea Boot style-stretchy side still manages to repel the elements.