Countdown to the CEW AWARDS...

B&TB's Jessica Anderson will be lunching at the Waldorf=Astoria tomorrow, bringing you highlights from the 2008 Cosmetic Executive Women Beauty Awards Luncheon. (The qualifying events have been going on for months). To see all the finalists, visit here.

Here's the recap: Each year, companies vie for the coveted Cosmetic Executive Women Beauty Award in 27 categories. The Beauty Awards Luncheon is one of the most celebrated events of the year. Nearly 1300 beauty industry professionals will gather at the Waldorf=Astoria to see the Beauty Award winners The 2008 Beauty Awards winners will be announced on Friday, May 2nd, 2008 at a star-studded gala event, hosted by former Sex and the City star Mario Cantone.

Stay tuned for details tomorrow...