Stopped by to buy a sample size of The Noir 29 (my top two favorite) and was greeted warmly by the…read morestore associate. He was helping other customers but still took the time to say hello and made me felt welcomed. I didn't realize Le Labo expanded into skincare and he gave me samples to try. Overall, a super pleasant experience. The sample is $7 and totally worth it. It's a good size to keep in your bag or for travel.

I first discovered and fell in love with Le Labo a few years ago during one of my many yearly…read morevisits NYC (I was in the Big Apple 4-5 times a year to hang with friends living there). Their product, belief system, and impeccable fragrances made me a fan at first sniff! They've been around since 2006 and have taken the fragrance industry by storm with innovation, creativity, passion, and love for all things perfume. The smells are out-of-this-world, unique & original. I highly recommend the City Collection as well as the Home Collection (candles to die for). There are a few locations throughout Manhattan...however, this flagship/original location remains my favorite. It is after all where I fell in love with their product. Highly-skilled and caring folks who aren't just after a sale but really want you to be your happiest. True artistry. The idea (or brand if you will) was first developed in France by two friends and this location in Nolita was actually their first lab. Their products are an investment in yourself and we all deserve to smell our best! So glad to know they'll be there for me. Visit this store. Splurge. You'll be glad you did!

Located in a rather small boutique shop via Bleecker Street in the West Village neighborhood…read more Diptyque is a luxury brand specializing in high-quality candles and fragrances of different assorted scents. Space is quite cramped though like the size of a small bookstore. I am very amazed and impressed by the fancy-looking, customized chandelier hanging from the ceiling above. I find this to be the main highlight of the entire store. The chandelier fits right in with the rest of the sophisticated interior design especially the white marble table. At first, I thought it's just originally made of crystals like most chandeliers I have seen before. But then, it is actually a masterpiece created from the signature Diptyque glass candle holders being placed upside down side-by-side next to each other. Had I not stepped further to take a much closer look, I would've missed it altogether. Whether you like fruity, citrusy, fresh. floral, woody, musky, spicy or herbal scents/notes ~ you're bound to find one that you will like. They sell travel versions of candles and fragrances if customers don't want to go all in for full size products yet. They do make thoughtful gifts for your significant other or besties. Lastly, its pricing is expensive because everything is made in France but worthwhile and high-quality in the long term.

Nice and cool inside on a hot summer day. Staff is attentive and kind. Check out us quick and free…read moresamples!!

It is a very unique store!…read more 1. Perfume of your own making! The idea is good. You must buy minimum 3 full bottles, which makes it very expensive! 2. Interior is very beautiful! Choices are good and selection is quite vast. 3. Service is horrible! The woman was so high and mighty and will treat you like s**t. remember the moment from Pretty Woman or Selina?! That is exactly what happened. I came here knowing exactly what I wanted to get, and she told me she was feeling gracious and would let us film the inside of the store! When I told her I will get 3 bottles, she acted all nice, but I had already decided I did not want her to wait on me. Luckily, they have 2 more store clerks. I will not be coming back here again and highly do NOT RECOMMEND. No one should support a business that treats you poorly.

If the oud NY ever returns.....s…read more 1st time at this store - not a good experience sales people at this shop are in need of customer service training, learn to smile.

Visited this store becuase I need to buy diffuser. The store was beautifully decorated. We were…read moreassisted by Lela who was kind and an expert with the products. She gave us all the time that we need. End up buying 2 diffuser. The place was neat and in a nice area in SoHo. I highly recommend this place.

Finally got the chance to visit the store of SMN. So glad we did, met Lela who assisted us today…read moreshe's brilliant and pleasant. Amazing experience and finally got my favorite scent. The store was spotless and welcoming. Will definitely be back for my Christmas shopping.

Lush is definitely one of my favorite spots to get body wash, body lotion, and shampoo bars…read moreif/whenever I need to stock up on some supplies at home. Everything is vibrant + playful + makes you feel like you're in a better mood. I just wanna go up to smell everything because they all smell delicious when I'm first stepping foot into the store. Staff is always friendly + helpful + attentive at this 59th Street - Columbus Circle location. You can easily find this spot at the Turnstyle Underground Market after coming out through the turnstiles. Lovely and fragrant aromas of freshly handmade skincare + hair care + body care + bath bombs + soap bars + makeup products are filled throughout the store. Since the products are handmade and not processed by machines, they tend to be in different sizes. Another thing is that, they have shorter shelf lives + shorter expiration dates. For the fresh face masks being sold in containers, it is absolutely necessary to store them in the fridge when/after getting home so they won't get spoiled. They usually will expire in a month as there's no synthetic preservatives in the formula. Face masks are packed with fresh, natural active ingredients like fruits and vegetables too. Other skincare products like cleansers & moisturizers may not need to be put in the fridge and can last up to one year to 14 months. Bath bombs and soap bars aren't required to be placed inside the fridge. So, just storing them in a cool, dry place is already well enough. Although, it is highly recommended to store them in airtight containers to prevent food odors from seeping in if they're placed inside the fridge. I tend to like placing products made with oils like massage bars in the fridge during the summer. Therefore, the oil doesn't get separated from the product itself. Moreover, there won't be any melting either. Different products are catered to different skin concerns that people might have. Anyone's bound to find something he/she will like inside. Lush is a great place to buy thoughtful presents for your family and friends on their birthdays or other holiday celebrations.

My partner and I are in NYC this week and my goal is to visit every Lush shop in this city…read more Today we visited Lush at Columbus Circle at 1000 S. Eighth Ave., Unit 20. It is located underground at the market at the 59th St/Columbus Circle subway stop. PSA: It's *not* street level! Fun fact: It's not only the smallest Lush shop in the United States, it's *also* the only one located underground! When we entered, Hannah greeted us and confirmed that 80% of the phone calls she receives at the shop are "how do I find you?" (I was one of them!) She was very helpful and friendly. I love talking Lushie with people! Even though it is a very intimate space, the layout is amazing. They really know how to maximize space here! This shop was tricky to find, but I'm so glad I didn't give up!

Havent been in a long time!…read more I loved buying their products and scents growing up. The rose collection smells so nice. There was a small sale table that's 75% off. It ends tomorrow though. I ended up purchasing a soap off the table for $2.44 after taxes. Staff was kind to assist. Love how some of their packaging got upgraded. Great for yourself or gifts. Always deals and sales.

It's raining roses in Bath & Body Works. Covered in Roses, Edgy Rose, Flirty Rose and Fresh Rose…read moreare some of the new rose lotions and potions available now and it's not even Valentine's Day. You can always pretend it is. I like Covered in Roses a lot as it stays true to form by not changing the fragrance. I still have the body wash and body mist that I use daily. The lotion finished and so I am trying out the new rose offerings. Each of these is in body mist, wash, lotion and perfume spray. Did I mention candles? Now candles are also made. Imagine an apartment filled with rose perfume and far less expensive than fresh roses.

If you are looking to drop a coin on some skin care products, look no further than Aesop! Their…read moreproducts can be expensive, but a little bit goes a long way! They are high quality and mostly pretty clean, too. The price you have to pay for beauty... ^_^ When you walk into the store, it feels like a curated shopping experience, tailored perfectly for you and your needs. The staff is super helpful and knowledgeable, so no matter what you are looking for, I trust them to know what I need. With just a few details about your skin type and current regimen, they can pick out a couple of products to compliment your existing process. With so many different types of products, it's incredible that they can be so effective with their predictions. I hope I love my picks so I can keep coming back in the future.

Among first retail boutiques with demonstration format of built-in sinks and customizable regimens…read morefor exfoliation, hydration, combatting winter skin and more Orig Post 11/23/12

Visiting from out of state, I was so excited to try this face shop store. They had a 30% off of…read moreeverything and I was beyond excited. I bought four items and only spent $50. After looking around at other locations, I can completely say that they had the best prices. The employees were very helpful and the store was well stocked. I loved the cleanliness of everything and the selection of items were amazing. A must stop next time. I'm in town.

My friend and I were walking around ktown looking for skincare and dropped by here. Their…read morecollection was well organized and really well maintained. Maybe just a touch more expensive than the other skincare shops in the area. Didn't take any pictures since there were signs not to. The staff is friendly and helpful!