Laura's Flawless Philosophy "Before applying any colour, I always prepare the skin first. I create a fresh canvas with a flawless finish. Making your skin look perfect is the first and most important thing you can do to achieve a truly great look. The key is to enhance your natural beauty whether you use all products together one day, or just a little Secret Camouflage and Setting Powder when you are on the go." Laura Mercier Laura believes there are four steps to create a flawless face primer, foundation, concealer, and powder. Find the perfect products to create your ultimate flawless face.
More about Nars
In 1994 François Nars unwittingly revolutionized the makeup industry with the launch of his collection of 12 lipsticks in essential, highly pigmented colors. Since then NARS has become a modern cult classic, synonymous with artistry, exquisite design, richly adventurous color, and witty irreverence. Today the NARS collection has grown to over 400 products and continues to redefine the world of beauty with influential products such as "the Multiple" and shades for all skin tones and ethnicities.
More about Fresh
Award winning lip treatment that protects and repairs lips while adding a touch of color.
Skincare
More about Laura Mercier
From simple no-nonsense products to the sophistication and potent anti-aging technology of her Flawless Skin line, Laura Mercier skincare offers something for everyone. Mercier's skincare is a natural extension of her philosophy that looking your best starts with the perfect canvas. Nothing expresses true beauty like the glow of healthy skin.
More about Nars
Nars is the beauty brand for the modern independent woman. Sophisticated, witty and effortlessly chic, Nars embraces individuality, providing the vivid color and luxurious textures women need to express personal visions of beauty.
More about Fresh
Fresh takes everyday ingredients and turns them into highly effective treatments that conquer the everyday challenges of aging and the environment. Try the Soy, Black Tea and Sugar lines to create your own daily but out of the ordinary rituals.
More about Darphin
Essential to the 3-D Skin Care Program: Darphin Serums, Darphin Aromatic Care and Darphin Creams. To get your powerful, "instant benefit" formula, meet with our Darphin consultants today.
More about Kiehl's
Kiehl's has come a long way from the basic straightforward skincare of their early days. Today, no matter what skin concerns you might have, Kiehl's can meet your needs. And if you are looking for anti-aging products, Kiehl's offers high-tech effective skincare at some of the best prices in the industry.
Body Care
More about St. Tropez
It's now over a decade since we revolutionized self tanning. Before St. Tropez, customers looking for a natural looking sun-free tan took their chances with products that offered patchy, streaky and frankly orange results. Our innovative original formula changed all that in one sleek, sweep of the hand. Overnight, our customers discovered a simple, reliable, professional self tanning system that delivered professional results first time, every time. With our truly radical formulation, St. Tropez has since become the iconic tanning brand of our age. And with a continual line of innovative products designed to deliver exactly the tan you want with a wealth of skin benefits, too, the future looks golden.
More about Fresh
Lev and Alina, the co-founders of Fresh pioneered the use of natural ingredients like sugar, milk and rice in modern day treatments. Effective, luxurious and lusciously scented, Fresh simply offers the best in the Body Care world.
More about Bliss
Who says serious body care has to be so serious? Bliss has proven that cutting edge body care technology and luxury can be served up with a sense of humor. Founded in 1996 in New York's Soho, Bliss Spa has lead to a grand tradition of bodycare now known throughout the globe. Whether it's their signature scented Lemon & Sage body products or the amazing FatGirlSlim, Bliss has created can't live without favorites that keep you looking and feeling your best.
More about Kiehl's
From head to toe, Kiehl's has your skin needs covered with the best ingredients in the business. Argan Oil, Jojoba, and Shea Butters are just some of the natural elements to be found in their amazing formulas. Crème de Corp has been a staple in their line and now in our store.
Hair Care
More About Bumble & Bumble
Whatever your hair needs, Bumble and Bumble has the shampoo and conditioner that can optimize the health of your hair. Whatever your styling goals, Bumble has the styling aids that help you achieve your look. In fact, no one in the hair industry outperforms Bumble on the styling front. Whether for curly, straight, short or long, the House of Bumble continues to amaze us with their products.
More About Kiehl's
We think Kiehl's hair products are the best kept secret in the Beauty World. They receive none of the hype of the salon driven products in the industry that focus only on appearance, but they do produce incredible results for the overall health of your hair. Whether your hair needs thickening or moisture, whether it's died or curly, tell us your concern and Kiehl's will transform your hair.
Home Fragrance
More about Voluspa
Voluspa candles are pure luxury at an amazing price. They don't cut corners or put anything into the candles that is not of the highest quality. The fragrances are strong and long lasting. Voluspa candles have earned a reputation as one of the finest burning candles available today.
More about Antica
Antica Farmacista has captured old-world European charm and mystery with its collection of unique signature scents for the home and body that draw inspiration from the mystery of the Mediterranean Sea and the serenity of the gardens of Tuscany. Each fragrance is formulated with only the world's finest essential oils and natural ingredients, and every product is meticulously produced and presented in an antique inspired apothecary bottle. Antica Farmacista's standards are unmatched and represent luxury fragrance at its best.
Personal Fragrance
More about Fresh
No one has a nose like Lev and Alina at Fresh. The most wearable fragrances from fruity to woodsy, layer them to create your own one of kind fragrance.
Lingerie
More about Cosabella
Cosabella has guaranteed their position as trendsetter in the fashion industry with the launch of their first eco-friendly line "Eden" in 2008. Following the success of Eden came "Bamboo", a more extensive collection created using the same super soft bamboo fiber and micromodal blend. In early 2009 COSABELLA's first 100% organic cotton line called "Devon" hit the retail floors, and most recently their newest breathable line of super soft bamboo shapewear "Smooth"
More about Commando
The Commando thong is your everyday prescription against fatal fashion faux pas: from muffin tops to panty lines, we've got your cure. And don't forget the Girl Short for when you need a little extra coverage. Choose from a great collection of colors and prints that change seasonally to keep your wardrobe underneath wonderfully up to late but don't forget to replace your basic black and nude pieces in between.
For Man
More about Kiehl's
Kiehl's is THE unisex line par excellence but they also make products especially for men and their specific needs. Try their shaving products and their Facial Fuel and Cross Terrain Collections which are made with an invigorating blend of Citrus Extracts, Menthol and Caffeine to refresh and waken skin.
More about The Art of Shaving
A man shaves more than 20,000 times during his lifetime-and how he shaves is essential to attaining healthier, smoother skin. We have created an innovative path to optimal shaving performance. We call this Prepare Lather Up! Shave and Moisturize Our dedication to the science of aromatherapy is the foundation of our product philosophy, We formulate our products using high quality botanical ingredients and 100% pure essential oils. These ingredient provide therapeutic properties to the skin and mean that razors burn and ingrown hairs are avoided, while nicks and cuts are prevented and healed. We are committed to eliminating even a trace of alcohol, synthetic dyes, synthetic fragrances, or other ingredients that can be harmful when absorbed into the skin. Once men begin the using The Art of Shaving products they tell us they experience, day after day, far more comfort than ever before along with healthier, smoother skin.
Services
With almost 100 years of combined beauty experience, the Ruby's Balm staff offers expertise in makeup, skincare and hair care. We want your visits to Ruby's Balm to be life changing experiences; to help you be the best you can be.
Make Up Application
Let Regina Pipia transform you for your special event: wedding, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Prom & Homecoming, Senior Pictures or just because
1 Hour$75.00
Make Up Lesson
Complimentary with a make up purchase Have Regina share industry tips with you so that you can achieve a professional look anytime.
1 1/2 Hours$250.00
Brow Shaping
Regina tweezes and cleans for the perfect arch
1/2 Hour$25.00
Skincare Consultation
Complimentary Book an appointment with Rochelle Adler and have her customize the perfect skincare routine for you
Complimentary
The Darphin Consultation with Sophia Schlesinger
We are so fortunate to have Sophia, National Skincare Specialist with Darphin, here 2 days a week. Schedule an appointment to have her analyze your skin and achieve the results possible with the superior products of Darphin
Complimentary
Featured Lines
Laura Mecier
Known for her specialty of creating the flawless face, Laura Mercier is a world-renowned makeup artist and creator of Laura Mercier Cosmetics, Skincare, Body & Bath, and Fragrance. As the personal makeup artist to celebrities such as Sarah Jessica Parker, Julia Roberts, and Juliette Binoche, and as a contributor to cover designs and editorial shoots, Laura Mercier creates looks that are both flawless and accentuate one's natural beauty. Awards: The Laura Mercier line has received numerous accolades from customers and magazine editors. Her Tinted Moisturizer is repeatedly being named in magazine 'Best Of' awards. InStyle's 2009 Best Beauty Buys included Tinted Moisturizer, Oil Free Foundation and Secret Camouflage. The 2007 and 2008 Best Beauty Buys also included Tinted Moisturizer. InStyle's 2004 Best Beauty Buys included the Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage, Tinted Moisturizer and Lip Kisses, Allure's 2003 Best Beauty Award for Courtisane Lip Colour and Cosmopolitan's 2003 Best for Eye Paints. In addition, Laura has received numerous awards for her involvement in the campaigns on behalf of Calvin Klein, Donna Karan, Dolce & Gabbana, Versace, Valentino, and Alberta Ferretti, as well as her cover designs for Vogue (working with photographer Steven Meisel for ten years), Harper's Bazaar, Marie Claire and Allure, for her cosmetics. In addition to Sarah Jessica Parker and Julia Roberts, Laura's current clients include Madonna, Susan Sarandon, Isabella Rosellini, Brooke Shields, Ellen Barkin, Celine Dion, Meg Ryan, Ashley Judd, Meryl Streep and Julia Ormond.
Nars
Nars is the beauty brand for the modern independent woman. Sophisticated, witty and effortlessly chic, nars embraces individuality, providing the vivid color and luxurious textures women need to express personal visions of beauty. About Nars: In 1994 François Nars unwittingly revolutionized the makeup industry with the launch of his collection of 12 lipsticks in essential, highly pigmented colors. Since then nars has become a modern cult classic, synonymous with artistry, exquisite design, richly adventurous color, and witty irreverence. Today the NARS collection has grown to over 400 products and continues to redefine the world of beauty with influential products such as "the Multiple" and shades for all skin tones and ethnicities
Kiehi' s
Kiehl's was founded as an old-world apothecary in New York's Lower East Side neighborhood in 1851. About Kiehl's: Their formulations have always been made with the most unique natural ingredients found the world over. They source proven and effective botanical extracts from all parts of the world and are committed to choosing ingredients that are selected for their true benefits to the skin and hair. All that plus simple straight forward packaging have been Kiehl's trademarks from the very beginning.
Fresh
Fresh creates modern alchemy by fusing innovative natural ingredients with time-honored beauty rituals for a sensorial experience that is as indulgent as it is effective. Fresh carries a full line of lifestyle products spanning fragrance, skincare, and body care. Fresh at Ruby's Balm: Ruby's Balm has had the pleasure of carrying Fresh since opening our doors in September 2000. The company still continues to surprise and delight us with their quality and innovation. Our store favorite for body care since day one and consistently our customers' top choice for fragrances bar none.
Bliss
Who says serious skincare has to be so serious? Bliss has proven that cutting edge skincare technology and luxury can be served up with a sense of humor. About Bliss: Founded in 1996 in New York's Soho, Bliss Spa has lead to a grand tradition of skincare now known throughout the globe. Whether it's their signature scented Lemon & Sage body products or the amazing FatGirlSlim, Bliss has created can't live without favorites that keep you looking and feeling your best.
Darphin Paris
M. Darphin integrated break through cosmetic technology with aromatic plants, blending the best of science and nature. Today there is no one in the beauty world that offers a more luxurious product for the senses and once you have experienced a Darphin skincare regime to the fullest you will never want to compromise with anything else. About Darphin: In 1958, Pierre Darphin helped revolutionize esthetic care by opening one of the first beauty institutes in Paris for complete body, hair and skin care solutions, custom-tailored to specific, personal needs. Darphin's products were renowned for their transformational results and have continued to set the standard for botanically based result oriented skincare.
Bumble & Bumble
A limited group of establishments around the world sell Bb. products and share a vision for a stronger hairdressing culture. Each is the best in their region and employs stylists who are impeccably trained, unusually talented and have an unyielding passion and love for their craft. In addition to selling Bb. products, they develop their skills at Bumble and bumble University (Bb.U) in New York City an institute for higher learning or graduate school for hairdressers. About Bumble & Bumble: Bumble and bumble began as an NYC salon where they clipped, colored and styled their way into prominence with a legendary editorial team, a strong design ethic, a Network of like-minded salons and extraordinary products (coveted by hairdressers, actors, models, and beauty junkies worldwide); to this day cultivating creativity whilst remaining deeply and passionately dedicated to the craft of hairdressing is what the House of Bumble is all about.
Voluspa
Troy Arntsen and Tracy Arntsen both of whome share a passion for fragrance ingredients and candle making founded Voluspa in 1999. Traci feel in love with the essential oil world of natural frgrances and developer her interests by working alongside blending experts and by researching the art of perfuming in every book available. About Voluspa: Voluspa candles are pure luxury at an amazing price. They don't cut corners or put anything into the candles that is not of the highest quality. The fragrances are strong and long lasting. Voluspa candles have earned a reputation as one of the finest burning candles available today.
Antica Farmacista
Antica Farmacista's standards are unmatched and represent luxury fragrance at its best. About Antica Farmacista: Antica Farmacista has captured old-world European charm and mystery with its collection of unique signature scents for the home and body that draw inspiration from the mystery of the Mediterranean Sea and the serenity of the gardens of Tuscany. Each fragrance is formulated with only the world's finest essential oils and natural ingredients, and every product is meticulously produced and presented in an antique inspired apothecary bottle.
Cosabella
Cosabella, meaning "beautiful thing," was founded in 1983 by the Italian husband and wife team of Ugo and Valeria Campello. The intimate apparel company got its start, and initial recognition, with the design of bodysuits in the mid-eighties. Now after celebrating their 25th anniversary in 2008, Cosabella is renowned for their comfortable, colorful and diverse collections that include loungewear, swimwear, beachwear, hosiery, shape wear, and new ecofriendly loungewear and lingerie. About Cosa Bella: Designed in Miami, Florida and manufactured in Italy Cosabella has established a strong reputation for everyday, luxurious fashion and fine Italian craftsmanship. Famous for their use of vibrant, cuttingedge colors and trend-inspired prints, the company's best-selling Soiré collection, offered in over 45 stunning colors is the ultimate representation of the company mantra "Freedom of Color". The comfortable and colorful Soiré thong has reached a cult-like status and it is a "must have" for women around the world. The "Freedom of Color" mantra has continued in Cosabella's latest innovation, the Never Say Never collection which features their first seamless one size fits all thong. Fashioned from an ultra soft and uniquely shaped stretched lace and available in over 25 colors, the Never Say Never collection has now been extended to include a pushup bra, soft bra, hot pants, chemise and camisole. Cosabella has guaranteed their position as trendsetter in the fashion industry with the launch of their first eco-friendly line "Eden" in 2008. Following the success of Eden came "Bamboo", a more extensive collection created using the same super soft bamboo fiber and micromodal blend. In early 2009 Cosabella's first 100% organic cotton line called "Devon" hit the retail floors, and most recently their newest breathable line of super soft bamboo shapewear "Smooth" Cosabella has extremely loyal, almost fanatic, customers. Today, most of Hollywood's hottest celebrities wear Cosabella and fashion magazines, movies and television programs regularly feature it. From this cult status has come Cosabella's extremely popular Sex in the City TM collection is now its third season. The collection features lingerie and loungewear inspired by the award winning series' characters iconic fashion sense.
Commando
Choose from a great collection of colors and prints that change seasonally to keep your wardrobe underneath wonderfully up to late but don't forget to replace your basic black and nude pieces in between. About Commando: The commando thong is your everyday prescription against fatal fashion faux pas: from muffin tops to panty lines, we've got your cure. Refill often.
About Ruby' s Balm
Ruby' s Balm
When people ask me to describe my store I always take a deep breath, because I am not quite sure where to begin. Those of you who have been to Ruby's Balm know that, at our core, we are a beauty boutique extraordinaire, offering the best in makeup, skincare, hair care, fragrance, and bath and body products in a low pressure customer service oriented environment. But for the past ten years our customers have also come to expect to find some of the latest fashion accessories in town here whether it's a piece of costume jewelry or a great tote. And where else can you find an Alexis Bittar necklace while restocking your Nars lip gloss and Cosabella thongs? Whether you want a make up application or help finding that "little something" for the perfect gift, the staff at Ruby's is always ready to go that extra mile to serve your needs. So let us make your gift buying a simple pleasure but do yourself a favor too: come in and we'll show you the little luxuries that you deserve. We would love to help you. It's what we do at Ruby's Balm.