Fashion Fair releases 'Jumping the Broom' beauty collection.

We've always loved the smell of lavender — lush, heady, and super-soothing, the scent perfectly encapsulates the essence of spring/summer. Accordingly, we're head-over-heels for Elizabeth Arden fresh new scent, Green Tea Lavender. Blended with organic lavender, wild chamomile, green tea and Chinese magnolia, the refreshing mist manages to be both wildly sensual and perfect for everyday. Spritz at the nape of your neck for the sexiest, most long-lasting scent. Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Lavender Fragrance, $29.99, elizabetharden.com

Summer means many things: beach trips, bikinis, sundresses — but for the makeup-addicted, it means it's time to brighten up your palette! One of the easiest ways to summer-ize your look is by rocking vivid nail shades, and right now we're loving MAC's new, limited edition "Surf Baby" Nail Lacquers...

The stars were shining at last night's Met Ball — and few shone brighter than actress Joy Bryant. She was a vision in a soft pink Missoni dress and a lovely, half-up, half-down 'do — but it was her radiant, luminous makeup that really brought the look home! Dior Beauty makeup artist Jenny Kanavaros let us in on which products she used to create Bryant's ethereal, goddess-y makeup look...

Just when we thought Laila Ali couldn't get any cooler, the boxer/model/mom has announced plans to launch a hair and skin line. Slated to hit shelves this fall, Laila Ali Professional Hair Care and Laila Ali Derm Essentials Skin Care collection will consist of 100% organic products specifically formulated for women of color. The line will also include fragrances for women and men! Priced between $10 and $18, the products are sure to be beloved among chic recessionistas. We're sold! Laila Ali Derm Essentials Skin Care and Professional Hair Car, $10-$18, at CVS, Target and Walmart this fall

As we watched Kate Middleton and Prince William's gloriously romantic wedding ceremony, the nail polish addict in us had only question: what was the shade of her super-tasteful mani? After some digging, we discovered that the newly-minted duchess was sporting Essie Nail Polish in Allure, a pale, almost-white shade of pink. Long-favorited by brides ever since its debut, the hue is wildly flattering on all skin tones, from Middletonian fair to the deepest brown. Nice choice, Kate! Essie Nail Polish in Allure, $4.50, essie.com

Being mindful of the environment shouldn't just happen on Earth Day, but it's a great time to start! Using products with natural ingredients is not only good for you, it's good for our planet too. Be good to the Earth by adding some green beauty products to your get-ready routine. Here are some of our favorite eco-friendly skincare, makeup, and hair essentials...