Hello Beauties!

The summer is officially over and everyone is back to school.  I also took a bit of a “summer vacation” from blogging, but am back with a great promotion that I know you're going to love!

Our dear friends at Kiehls are in the "Back to School" swing and offering larger sizes of some of their most popular products.  For those of you not familiar with the brand, this would be a great time to try them out!  And parents, bigger sizes mean bigger savings:

For a “Semester of Savings” the customer is invited to make their selections from the “The Class of 1851:”

1. Creme De Corps Body Lotion 16.9 oz $44.40 (a $66.00 value)
2. Superbly Restorative Argan Body Lotion 16.0 oz $55.00 (an $82.00 value)
3. Liquid Body Cleanser – Grapefruit 16.9 oz $25.00 (a $31.00 value)
4. Liquid Body Cleanser – Coriander 16.9 oz $25.00 (a $31.00 value)
5. Amino Acid Shampoo – 16.9 oz $28.00 (a $36.00 value)
6. Olive Fruit Oil Shampoo – 16.9 oz $28.00 (a $36.00 value)
7. Conditioner and Grooming Aid Formula 133 – 16.9 oz  $28.00 (a $36.00 value)
8. Blue Astringent Herbal Lotion – 16.9 oz $26.50 (a $40.00 value)
9. Cucumber Herbal Alcohol-Free Toner – 16.9 oz $26.50 (a $40.00 value)
10. Ultra Facial Moisturizer – SPF 15 – 8.4 oz $49.50 (a $62.00 value)
11. Ultra Facial Moisturizer – 8.4 oz $34.50 (a $52.00 value)
12. Ultimate Brushless Shave Cream, White Eagle  – 8.0 oz  $18.50 (a $24.00 value)

In addition to these great buy-in-bulk savings, Kiehls is also offering a “student reward program” (valid only at their freestanding stores while supplies last).

STUDENT REWARD #1: With the purchase of 3 or more “Back-To-School Basics”, the student receives:

1. 5 oz. Ultra Facial Cleanser (a $17.50 value)
2. Kiehl’s Recycled Tote Bag (an $8.00 value)
3. 2 Ultra Facial Samples

A total value of $25.50!

STUDENT REWARD # 2: With the purchase of 3 or more facial skin care items the student receives:

1. An Insert Card is to be included in the tote with the complimentary Ultra Facial Cleanser, the following offer: Save 15% on your next purchase of 3 items from our Facial Skin Care Collection

Like all good things, this offer won't last forever-get to the stores before September 13th to score these great deals!  And for some more great "Back to School" essentials, click here! Oh, and for all you hot mama's out there, be sure to stay tuned for a special beauty series just for you!  I have top beauty tips from some of the best in the business, and guess what?  They are all mom's too! And as always, check out the rest of the beauty section for great tips and tricks!

There are countless lessons you can only learn on the job. Sure you will make some unfortunate mistakes along the way, but you will learn from them over time. However, there are certain things you should know never to do - whether you're the CEO or the intern - you'll want to avoid these office blunders.

1. Never Microwave Fish: We've experienced this on our office floor, and it's not pretty. This is an easy way to lose friends and eat lunch alone forever. Burning your popcorn in the microwave doesn't bode well either.

2. Never Scream Over the Phone: You can make a personal call here and there, but getting into a full-blown fight with your ex-boyfriend in front of your co-workers? They want to tune into bad reality TV in the evening, not at the office.

3. Never Snoop through Your Co-workers Computer/Desk: It's tempting when you're sitting at someone's computer to glance down at their incoming messages, but it's an absolute no-no to go through your co-worker's e-mails.

4. Never Talk About How Much Money You Make: Did you just find out you're up for a big raise? Keep it to yourself. You don't want your co-workers a.) walking up to your manager demanding their own salary increase or b.) secretly hating you (they will) from that point on.

5. Never Call Out Sick to Hit up Bloomingdales: Yes, sometimes we could all use some retail therapy to de-stress outside the office. But skipping work to hit up a sale, and then showing up looking healthy and trendy in a new outfit? RISKY!

6. Never Over Share with Co-workers: Find a couple of friends you can trust in the office, and even with them be careful what you disclose. Your overly quiet cubemate doesn't need to hear all the details from last weekend's bachelorette party, or the progress of fungal infection cream you're using on your toe. T.M.I.!

7. Never Take the Role of Office Gossip: You may feel like the Queen Bee at work, but you'll be known as the one who spreads the juicy, and sometimes fictional, stories. People will stop trusting you with any information, personal and professional. It's always better to be known in the office as someone trustworthy.

What are some things you would never, ever do at work? Write in and we'll add them to our list.

Click here to find out what you should be doing at work.

Recently one of my girlfriends wrote me an email announcing that in the upcoming months she is going to be moving in with her boyfriend. Although she was extremely excited, she also expressed some anxiety. But instead of being concerned about sharing a bathroom or a closet with him, she was more apprehensive about sharing a kitchen. She wrote, "The only thing I'm a little nervous about is that I think the move will make me fat. I eat really healthy when I'm home alone, but if we're grocery shopping and eating out together all the time I feel like it will be hard to stick to my diet. I mean, will he think it's weird that basically everything I keep in my fridge is low-calorie (cheese, butter, bread - you name it, I've got it!). And what's going to happen when he starts to stock up our fridge with his favorite foods? Between the burgers, beer, and chips I don't know if I'll be able to resist."

Well my friend and fellow nutritionista, you're in luck. Although it may be difficult at first, moving in together doesn't mean you have to move up a pants size. I went to an expert on the subject, Registered Dietitian, Cynthia Sass and got her advice on how to merge your eating habits with your man. Here is what she had to say ...

Cynthia Sass: Your boyfriend or hubby is one of the greatest influences on what, when and how much you eat. Couples eat together more often than they do just about any other activity and when you move in together, things can get a little sticky. You may be lucky enough to have separate closets or bathrooms, but chances are you'll share one kitchen - and when your foods are under the same roof, the potential for weight gain (especially for her) and food-related conflict skyrockets. Here are my tips for avoiding both:

- Have "me," "you" and "us" food spaces. Chances are you and your guy are going to have different food preferences and some of his may be foods you prefer to avoid, from bloody, raw meat that grosses you out to salt and vinegar chips you can't resist diving into. Create separate areas in the fridge, freezer and cupboards for each of your foods and a common area for foods you share. Out of sight, out of mind goes a long way for preventing arguments (e.g. your meat juices dripped on my hummus container!) and temptations (if those chips are the first thing you see when you open the cabinet, chances are you'll be polishing them off). Men and women nearly always separate their bathroom toiletries - doing the same in the kitchen just makes sense.

- Agree to a "no food gifts" policy. Some guys (or gals) grew up with the idea that food = love. Food is a powerful and intimate connector, but bringing each other food favorites as a sign of affection can lead to major poundage and health problems like diabetes and high cholesterol. Tell each other non-food ways you love to be loved. My hubby knows back rubs and hand written notes are at the top of my list.

- Squelch eating as entertainment. After moving in, a lot of couples start going out less in favor of ordering pizzas and Netflix films or grilling at home. Or they start doing less date stuff on the weekends (like going to a concert or comedy club) and more eating stuff like going to brunch. Try to keep your social life active and when you're deciding what to do, make food secondary instead of the main attraction.

- Never "split." Even at the same height, men burn about 20% more calories at rest and because men are typically taller, the calorie divide is usually wider. If a couple splits a pizza or brownie sundae, she's going to wind up in a much greater calorie surplus than he will. Bottom line: men and women's metabolisms are like SUV vs. compact cars. It's best to customize your portion to your body's calorie burning engine. A 60/40 share or separate meals make more sense if you want to avoid "cohabitation weight gain." Click here for more tips on eating healthy while dining out.

- Confront Your Issues Right Away. If you feel a food conflict brewing (you disagree about how to feed your new puppy, you're never hungry at the same time, he pushes food on you after you've said no ... ), talk about it right away. Ignoring it can result in building resentment that affects the quality of your relationship. Bring it up at a quiet time when you can talk it through and use non-accusatory language like, "Can I talk to you about something? I've noticed that ..." instead of, "It really bothers me when you ..."

Do you have a diet question you want answered? Comment below! For more great nutrition tips and tricks check out iMag's Food Page.

Cynthia Sass, MPH, RD, is a Manhattan-based nutritionist in private practice and the creator & co-author of the "Flat Belly Diet." She is also the co-author of the relationship book "Your Diet is Driving Me Crazy: When Food Conflicts Get in the Way of Your Love Life." In addition, Cynthia is a Contributing Editor and Weight Loss Coach columnist for SHAPE Magazine and a Nutrition Consultant for the Philadelphia Phillies. For more information check out her Web site: http://www.cynthiasass.com/.

Last Thursday I went on a shoot with celebrity Chef Danny Boome for a new series we are doing called "iMag's Cooking School." During the shoot I was completely amazed at 1. how quickly he could slice and dice, 2. how funny he is off-camera, and 3. how much I really didn't know about preparing vegetables.

Danny and me at the shoot!

As a Nutritionista, I'm constantly making meals that are loaded with veggies. One vegetable I've been eating a lot of lately are red peppers. They are loaded with twice the amount of vitamin C as oranges and are very tasty. From fajitas - to stir-fry - to even pasta, I've been putting them in almost everything. However, every time I try to cook with these crunchy vegetables I never know how to cut them. I end up chopping them up into uneven shapes or struggling to get rid of the seeds.

Fortunately, during the shoot Danny Boome came to my rescue! For one of of videos he demonstrated all the proper techniques for cutting produce and a pepper was at the top of his list. So to help all of you out there who are just as clueless as I was, I have created a simple step-by-step visual to help you perfectly cut your pepper.

To Start: Put your pepper on it's side and grab a sharp knife.

Step 1: Cut off the top of the pepper.

Step 2: Remove the stem from the top (it should just pop out) and leave the cap of the pepper to the side. The cap can be used as garnish later.

Step 3: Run a knife through the interior of the pepper in a circular motion. This will remove the core, which contains a lot of seeds.

Step 4: Turn your pepper upside down and slice it in half.

Step 5: Flip the half of your pepper over so the interior is facing you and run your knife gently through it to cut out the membrane (this is the thick area on the inside of the pepper).

Step 6: Flip your pepper so the exterior is facing you. Place two fingers on the back of your knife and slice long, even pieces. Repeat this with the other half of the pepper.

Voila! You have now achieved pepper perfection.

Stay tuned to iMag's Food Page for Danny's upcoming videos. Thanks for reading my blog!

Your cover letter is one of the most important tools you can utilize to impress employers. So how do you peak their interest when they're receiving hundreds of letters a day? Nicole Williams shares the secret formula to creating a cover letter that will score you a job.

The Coppertone chick has some serious competition ... sunscreen has a new celebrity face.  And it's certainly bound to get more laughs then a dog-bears-all backside. 

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I know.  AWESOME!

Will Ferrell has gone back to his college roots to "hit the bottle" once again.  No, his "Frank the Tank" beer guzzling alter ego is not streaking through a quad near you.  Instead, he's gone from the big screen to SUN screen, donating his mug to charity. Three new Ferrell "flavors of SPF", each with a different design, will raise money for the scholarship fund, "Cancer for College", which pays for everything from text books to four-year scholarships for kids who have battled cancer.  Since its inception, Cancer For College has granted over $500K in scholarships to more than 450 cancer survivors.  In less than two months, they've sold over over 10,000 bottles ... so you might want to hop on the Will wagon, because this stuff is going fast!   My favorite is the golf-game enhancing "Sun Stroke" although I imagine the "Forbidden Fruit" will get laughs on beaches coast to coast. 

In fact, we'll give a bottle of this to the first iMag viewer to email me their funny summer sun story, send your story now!

But there's more to a label then laughs. Do you sometimes wonder what all those "tanning" terms really mean?  Check out our article "The 411 on SPF" to find out what SPF stands for, how much you need, and the difference between UVA and UVB rays. And get the Pro's and Con's of tanning beds, lotions, and the sun, in the Summer Skin Series section of fncimag.com.  

This time of year is one of my favorites in N.Y.C. ... the birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming, and my stomach isn't growling. Now, you may wonder why that is? Well, this week (and the past week due to the poor economy) is restaurant week in New York City. For those who are unfamiliar with the biannual tradition - it's when many of New York's fanciest and tastiest venues open up their doors and offer a three course prix-fixe meal at a reasonable price ($25.00 for lunch and $35.00 for dinner).

As a big fan of food, I love to dine out and try a new dish. So during restaurant week I try to eat out as much as possible. However, as a nutritionista this doesn't correspond well with my diet regime. I end up filling up on the bread basket, housing my appetizer, and clearing every last morsel off my plate. But what can I say? It's just so good and so affordable.

So to make this restaurant week a little more "nutritionista friendly" I've decided to follow Registered Dietitian, Sari Greaves' rules for dining out on a diet. Here is her advice for all you "restaurant weekers" or anyone trying to eat healthy at a restaurant.

- Mind Your Meat. Depending on the venue most restaurant week menus will have either some type of red meat or lean protein as an entrée option. Ask for these to be grilled or broiled and make sure your meat isn't doused in extra fat. Steaks are often basted with butter before they hit your plate. Ask for sauces on the side and use only a smidge to slash extra calories. Same goes for vegetables. Request that your vegetables be prepared with no added oil or butter, even if they're grilled or steamed.

- Don't "dress to kill."Many spots will offer a salad as an appetizer. Make sure you order your salad dressing on the side. It's a huge calorie saver as long as you don't end up using it all. Try to stick with a vinegarette instead of creamy options. Use less than half of the dressing you're given and mix it around to coat your vegetables. To further slash calories, dip the tip of your fork into the dressing before taking each bite.

- Brown bag half your meal. Request a to-go container to pack up half the meal right away. You can also cut your entree in half when it arrives. Believe me, you don't need that large restaurant size portion.

- Eat slowly and savor every bite. It takes 20 minutes for the brain to receive a message from your stomach that you are full. Studies show that taking small bites, chewing thoroughly and pausing between bites (conversation is calorie-free) can help slow down your eating pace and ultimately save you from consuming extra calories.

- Don't drink too much before your dinner. Drinking alcohol before you eat can stimulate your appetite. Enjoy one 100 to 120 calorie drink while you're eating your meal, such as a small glass of dry wine, light beer or vodka with soda.

- Control your intake of "freebies."These are foods on the table such as bread, biscuits, and butter which can easily add up to extra calories. To resist the bread basket temptation, avoid arriving to the restaurant hungry. Snack on fruit, nonfat yogurt, part-skim string cheese, or a handful of nuts an hour or so beforehand. At the table, practice "damage control." Choose a bread stick or small roll (whole grain, preferable) and dip it lightly in olive oil.

For more tips on dining out on a diet check out Sari's slideshow. And don't worry nutritionistas, restaurant week isn't only for New Yorkers. Almost every major city participates. Check out your local newspaper or simply search online for a restaurant week near you. Thanks for reading my blog!

Sari Greaves works as a Registered Dietitian at Step Ahead Weight Loss Center in Central New Jersey where she provides nutrition counseling to a wide variety of patients seeking weight loss and healthy lifestyle modification. Prior to working at Step Ahead, Greaves worked at New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell (NYPH-Cornell) in New York City. She is also a national spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association. Greaves graduated magna cum laude from the University of Delaware and completed her post-graduate dietetic internship program at NYPH-Cornell.

I recently spent a long weekend in California, my first trip to the golden state. I left NYC early on a Friday morning, with a pretty ambitious plan to see as much of San Francisco and Sonoma County as possible. Throughout the trip I jotted down tips to share with iMag reader. The first tip came pretty early on in the trip. Tip #1 for traveling for a long weekend: always bring earplugs! You never know who you'll end up next to on a plane or train, and you'll need plenty of beauty sleep for a busy weekend. I sat next to one of the worst snorers, ever. It was painful trying to fall asleep, and none of my somewhat questionable tactics (elbowing him by "accident") seemed to deter him.

My mood instantly changed the second we landed in San Francisco. I finally felt myself start to relax, and even resented my snoring neighbor a little less when I saw him at the baggage claim. The first thing I did in CA was go to the infamous In-N-Out burger chain near the airport. The burgers there are as delicious as people describe them to be, and the place has a very 1950s wholesome feel to it. Next my friends and I drove up to Sonoma County, and saw The Golden Gate Bridge along the way. The drive up to the vineyards was absolutely beautiful. Tip #2: Always take the scenic route! We stayed in the town of Sonoma, which I would absolutely recommend. The wineries and vineyards were incredible, and every single person I met there was lovely. We spent time walking around the town, setting up a picnic of cheese and wine, and peeking into all the different shops. My favorite restaurant in town was The Girl and The Fig, and the best winery was Ravenswood. Tip #3: Stay at a hotel in Sonoma that rents bikes. We were able to bike along breathtaking routes and snap pictures of the vineyards along the way.

After two days in Sonoma, we spent a day in San Francisco. Our first stop was the Mission District of the city, to check out a sandwich shop I had read about in the latest issue of Vanity Fair. Tartine Bakery and Café truly has one of the best sandwiches in the country, the fromage blanc and banana pressed sandwich. Tartine was packed when we arrived, and definitely a trendy spot. The seating consists of long tables, and we started chatting with the women seated next to us. They turned out to live in the neighborhood and shared their favorite sites in the city. Tip #4: Always ask locals for their recommendations. You'll skip all of the tourist traps.

After eating a delicious meal we headed off with a new list of sites to see. We visited The Castro neighborhood, and then drove over to The Ferry Building to walk around the indoor market and look out at the San Francisco Bay. Another area we visited, that I would highly recommend, is the Golden Gate Park. Two great places to visit within the park: The California Academy of Sciences Museum and the Tea Garden. Tip #5: Find a good map. Even though I've grown accustomed to looking everything up on my BlackBerry, consulting a map of the city helped us all grow familiar with the area. We were able to drive from place to place without getting too lost.

I loved each area we visited because with limited time we could only visit the sites that appealed to us the most. Tip #6: Enjoy your time away from everything over a long weekend. Put down the BlackBerry, try different things and make the most of your time in a new place. Staring out at the Pacific Ocean on my last day in San Francisco, completely relaxed and stress-free, all of the traveling for a short weekend felt completely worth it.

Do you have a favorite spot in San Francisco or Sonoma?

Check back for pictures from my trip!

In spirit of the start of fantasy football season, my fellow iMagger Zarine Patel wrote a blog asking our viewers who their fantasy office team would be. I'd totally want Tina Fey's character from 30 Rock to be my boss, and I feel like Pam from The Office would make the perfect best friend. Now, this whole concept got me thinking about my blog as well. What if you had one day where calories didn't count? On top of that you didn't have to worry about the cost of expensive food or the dreaded food coma after a huge meal. This is what I'd like to call my "fantasy food team" and I know exactly what I'd eat. Here is my draft! In reality this list would total to over 5,000 calories (four times what I should be eating on a daily basis) but a girl can dream, right?

My Fantasy Food Team:

Breakfast: Bacon, egg, and cheese on a bagel and a Starbucks' Mocha Frappuccino on the side.

Lunch: Chipotle's chicken burrito with extra cheese and a side of chips and guacamole (I'm actually allergic to avocados, but in my fantasy world I'd be allowed to eat them).

Snack: 1 Block of Vermont Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese with Ritz crackers.

Happy Hour: Frozen margarita with salt and a basket of frickles (these are fried pickles if you are unfamiliar with them).

Dinner: Half the bread basket with olive oil dipping sauce to start and a Caesar salad as my appetizer. Then for my main dish I would have Filet Mignon with crispy shoe string fries and asparagus with hollandaise sauce (its really healthy but I'd still eat it in my fantasy world).

Dessert: Cheesecake, cheesecake, and more cheesecake.

If you had one day where calories didn't count what would you choose? Send it in to iMag and we'll post it on our blog. For more fun food information click here. Thanks for reading!

The men in my office are already starting to talk about the start of football season. Over here at iMag I mostly think about career and travel content all day, less about my fantasy football picks. But it did make me think about how much more fun it would be to pick out a fantasy office team. As in the people you'd actually choose to work with.

Creative minds, hysterical sitcom characters, fictional roles from your favorite book ... living or dead you could match anyone together. For instance, I would LOVE to have someone as funny as Dwight from The Office around, or Tracy Jordan from 30 Rock appearing at my office whenever he feels like showing up for work. It would be cool to have a boss like Tess from Working Girl around for inspiration. I'd obviously take a pass on Miranda from The Devil Wears Prada, but maybe have Emily around (only if she was on my side). It wouldn't hurt to have a genius like Albert Einstein, or Christina from Ugly Betty for moral support.

Who would you want on your fantasy office team? Fill out the list below, send it in to iMag and we'll post it on the iMag blog.

The CEO:
The Boss:
The Manager:
The Co-workers:
The Office Clown:
The Office Gossip:

In an ideal world we could pick and choose who we want around our office. For now I'll leave you with these tips to make it through this Monday morning, and a great article on how to deal with an array of boss' from HR Guru's "13 Kinds of Bosses and How to Make Them Love You."

Check out iMag's career section for expert tips and advice.