Ever wanted to take a peek inside the beauty bags of some of New York’s leading ladies? Here’s your chance. For her Beauty Spotlight series on New York Social Diary, writer Delia Von Neushatz sits down with the likes of socialite Cornelia Guest and jewelry designer Blair Husain to get the scoop on the products they can’t live without, the services they have standing appointments for and much more.

Here are three recent Beauty Spotlight profiles—hope you’re taking notes!

Beauty Spotlight: Blair Husain

Raised in North Carolina, New York City denizen Blair Husain is not your typical southern belle. This stylish wife, mother and designer of elegant jewelry has a taste for adventure. Not only has she traveled the world—with three kids in tow—but she’s undertaken some quests that few can lay claim to. Read more.

Beauty Spotlight: Nina Griscom

Nina Griscom knows a thing or two about beauty. The one-time Ford model, magazine editor, and former wife of renowned plastic surgeon Daniel Baker has had an inside track on the cosmetics industry for years. And although this blonde, blue-eyed beauty has graced the covers of countless magazines, her expertise on aesthetics is more than just skin deep. Read more.

Beauty Spotlight: Cornelia Guest

Cornelia Guest—daughter of Winston Guest, a polo-playing cousin of Winston Churchill, and C.Z. Guest, one of Truman Capote’s “social swans”—does not rest on her blue blood laurels. Yes, the former Debutante of the Decade can boast of having the Duke and Duchess of Windsor as her godparents, of being painted by Andy Warhol, and of dancing with Truman Capote at her coming-out-ball, but this 51-year-old is far too busy for that. Read more.

Hungry for more? Delia also interviews top docs about the latest aesthetic treatments, beauty entrepreneurs about their cutting edge brands…and more! Visit New York Social Diary.

As part of the new Travel Beauty/New York Social Diary partnership, NYSD has tapped a host of writers to create some compelling beauty content – that we feel compelled to share with you! Here is a roundup of beauty news and reviews from Delia Von Neuschatz for NYSD:

What is semi-permanent makeup, who is it right for and where is the best place to go for a consultation and treatment?

Semi-permanent Make-up: How to Wake Up Looking Good

Want to look bright eyed and bushy-tailed first thing in the morning? Want to wake up looking “naturally” pretty and then remain that way no matter what the day throws at you? Guys — want to give the impression of a full head of hair? Then, semi-permanent makeup may be for you. Read more…

An exclusive interview with celebrity facialist and creator of her own eponymous skin care line, Emma Hardie:

Emma Hardie: Beauty is Muscle Deep

I was lucky enough on a recent trip to London to get a facial from Emma Hardie, skin care guru who counts Sophie Dahl, Angelica Houston, Mel B. of the Spice Girls and many other celebs among her clients. I don’t normally go for facials…Read more.

 
Did you know that you can get skin care customized to your own genetic code that affects your skin’s aging process? 

Bespoke Beauty

On London’s Bond Street, famed mecca of luxury, you will find many coveted items enticingly proffered by the likes of Chanel, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Cartier and so many more temples to the good life. But did you know that you will also find something much more elusive…Read more. 

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