Introducing Paul and Joe Beaute

We are thrilled to introduce Paul and Joe Beaute Cosmetics to b-glowing!
The perfect blend of cute and sophisticated products with just a touch of old Hollywood style makes Paul and Joe so fun to wear.
 

All Hail McQueen

butter LONDON's inspiration for "All Hail McQueen" is the beloved Alexander McQueen's iconic live fashion show where he produced a hologram of the beautiful Kate Moss.  It was mesmerizing, alluring, magical, angelic and awe-inspiring for those who attended the event. 

Watch this magical event and let us know how it makes you feel!  It simply gives us goose bumps!

http://www.b-glowing.com/all-hail-mcqueen-nail-lacquer/

Best Kissing Lip Glosses!

Our jobs here at b-glowing may seem all fun and make-up but some topics require serious exploration. The subject of kissing and lip glosses came up over lunch the other day and we decided we needed to compile a list in the name of research.

We came to the conclusion that there are some lip glosses that our men hate, some that when they see you applying it- they go in for a kiss just because it is that tasty, and some that we love because it keeps the color and/or shine even after the steamiest make-out session.

Here are our top gloss picks for locking lips:

Apivita Intimate Care Cleansing Gel

It's back and we couldn't be happier! We have been awaiting the return of Apivita Intimate Care Cleansing Gel  for what seems like a year...

PRTTY Peaushun - Real Simple Magazine

As Seen on Real Simple Magazine's Blog!

Beauty & Fashion Easy Summer-Ready Skin Posted on Jun 9, 2010 8:00:00 AM  |  By SarahSmith "I don't know about you, but with bathing suit season seriously (and scarily) right around the corner, I, for one, need to take immediate action and get in beach-ready shape. Now, that doesn't mean going on a diet or developing a kick-butt workout routine that will, most undoubtedly, leave me crippled. Nor does it mean hiding in an over-sized t-shirt buried underneath a towel. My summer body prep is quick, easy, and totally painless. All I do is slather on Prtty Peaushun Skin Tight Body Lotion; this brand new product gives my skin a glorious J. Lo-like glow while also camouflaging a multitude of imperfections.

Available in five golden-tinted shades, from Light to Deep, it contains light-reflecting particles to help reduce the appearance of cellulite, stretch marks, and varicose veins. Its impressive list of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory ingredients, including calendula flower, green tea extract, arnica, and rosemary extract, paired with moisturizing avocado oil, avocado butter, and jojoba, keep skin nourished and protected. Best of all, it's paraben-free, 100 percent vegan, and contains 92 percent natural raw ingredients.

Though I like to use it just on my body (it smooths onto skin so easily and washes off in the shower), you can also mix it with your foundation or tinted moisturizer to give cheeks a luminous, healthy glow. 

All that being said, whenever I show some skin this summer, whether on the beach or the city sidewalks, you can be sure I'll have on a little Prtty Peaushun in Medium, too."

courtesy of Real Simple Magazine blog 6.9.2010

Philip B Blue Spray

Philip B Blue Spray has arrived!  Aromatherapy for your rooms, linens, body & hair!  We love this solution to the hot summer weather.  A fine mist of Blue Spray will brighten your room, your body and your spirit!  This light, unique blend of Menthol and pure essential oils of Peppermint, Lavender, Rosemary, Eucalyptus, Marjoram, Pine and Tea Tree, PHILIP B® Blue Spray goes on chilly – perfect for cooling down during a workout or soothing sore muscles afterward. Philip B Blue Spray $27.50. 

Our staff's favorite way to use the Blue Spray -- in our gym bag!  Ideal for after working out to freshen your body and mood! Don't use on sensitive parts of your body!!

Juliette Has A Gun

The Juliette Has a Gun line of fragrance creates perfumes made out of rose. Fragile but thorny, the romantic flower comes in different versions. Its ambition? To lead a new rock & elegant trend in the perfumery world, by  creating romantic and original creations. And while I'd agree the line does succeed in creating romantic fragrances, they fall a bit short in the original category - more on that in a bit.
 
Offbeat dandy of the perfume world (he's known to wear fedoras), Romano Ricci has quite a background. A great grandmother in haute couture, a grandfather perfumer, he is definitely into creation. After years of quiet training with some of the greatest, he convinced Francis Kurkdjian (the nose behind Indult fragrances), the untouchable master of perfumery, to work with him, and launched Juliette Has a Gun.

Clarisonic Winner!

Congratulations to Roxy H. the winner of our Classic Pink Clarisonic worth $195!  Thank you for all for spreading the b-glowing love on your Twitter accounts and on Facebook.  Also, for the wonderful product reviews you sent us!  They will all be posted on our blog.  We had a huge response to this and we truly appreciate it!  We so value what you have to say about our products. Stay tuned for more fun contests and exciting new brands.  If you want to be ahead-of-the-curve in beauty -- follow b-glowing for the latest finds!

If you haven't figured it out by now we are obsessed with Clarisonic!  The Clarisonic Mia Pink is flying off our shelves!  We're glad our customers love Clarisonic as much as we do.  Look for new items from Clarisonic later this year. 

Jessie Steele

Did you check out our new Lifestyle Department?  We’re super excited to be able to share some unique finds with you that don’t necessarily fit nicely into just “beauty”.  For example, we were out to dinner at Metro Vino in Portland a few months ago.  We’re regulars there.  Todd Steele the owner was talking about his sister Claire and her wonderful Aprons that she designs.  He showed me a brochure and I was sold.  We know Jessie Steele aprons would fit into the b-glowing brand portfolio perfectly.  Unique, fun, flirty and sexy…all adjectives that describe the b-glowing brand.

Check out these super fun vintage inspired aprons.  Also, when you check out the new Sex And The City Movie, but sure to look for Charlotte and her daughter wearing matching Jessie Steele Cupcake Aprons while making cupcakes in the kitchen.  Totally adorable! 

These affordable aprons are fun to wear for a dinner party, for a romantic dinner at home or to enjoy cooking at home alone with a glass of wine.  Who said you have to have company to enjoy good taste and style!

Have fun.  We are really having fun with this new Jessie Steele line.

Lisa

Xoxo

Clark's Botanicals Ultra Rich Lip Tints

Have you tried Clark’s Botanicals new lip tints?  We love these delicate colors in a healthy, healing ultra rich lip conditioning treatment.  What could be better?  We get amazing color that is perfect for summer while we protect and condition our sweet lips. 

Our personal favorite is Carlotta Pink.  It’s a cherry upbeat pink that flatters any skin tone.  It’s utterly feminine and the epitome of pretty.  Keep this baby in your purse to sweeten up your pretty smile any time!

If you're not already familiar with Clark's Botanicals please read about the man behind this wonderful brand.  Francesco Clark is truly an inspiration!  He is paralyzed from a swimming accident and is a true source of inspiration to anyone who believes they have the odds against them.  Nothing can hold you back!  All it takes it ingenuity, innovative and passion.  Francesco was recently featured in the PBS Special "This Emotional Life"

Some skincare lines come and go. This year's miracle ingredient is often next year's outdated science. Then there are those exceptional lines that not only deliver results, but are truly compelling because they are based on real human experience and a brand narrative not created by a corporate marketing team, but by a personal history. Clark's Botanicals is that brand.  These healing and soothing products make a dramatic difference in the appearance and texture of your skin. 

All Clark's Botanicals products today feature Jasmine Absolute, a precious essential oil that naturally rebalances skin. Derived from nocturnally-blooming flowers, this extract is also antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and immuno-stimulating. It works to calm and heal a broad spectrum of skin types, from young to mature, oily to dry, and normal to sensitive.

Xoxo

Lisa

Clarisonic

Ok.  So we’re behind the times.  How did we not try Clarisonic sooner?  Shame on us!  We are obsessed with the power of Clarisonic.  The guy who is behind the Super Sonic Toothbrush also is behind Clarisonic.  What they did for our teeth….Clarisonic does for our face.  The sonic action gently clarifies and revitalizes the skin without the harsh chemicals or abrasion you’ll find in microdermabrasion and other treatments.  By cleansing daily with a Sonic Skin Cleansing System, you’ll remove dirt and oil better than with traditional manual washing. Even makeup is removed six times better than standard cleansing and skin is left so clean it actually absorbs products like serums and moisturizers better.   All of our favorite skincare products like Kinerase, kaplan MD, Kimberly Sayer Organics, Lisa Hoffman and Nuxe now work even better.  Hard to imagine that, but it’s true. 

I’m using the Kinerase C8 Peptide Intensive Treatment after cleansing with the Clarisonic Plus.  Then I finish with Sunday Riley’s Good Genes and at night use kaplan MD’s Replenishing Night Cream.  My skin has zero redness in it, no bumps and positively glowing.  Even without makeup it looks healthy and younger looking!  Clarisonic is an essential part to my beauty regime from here on out!

Lisa

xoxo

Mother's Day Special

Mother's Day is just around the corner and we have the perfect gift idea!!!

Dr. Oz Tamanu Oil

Dr. Oz's touts the beauty and healing benefits of natural Tamanu Oil on his showl.  Shea Terra Organics is one of our best selling brands.  We love their natural products including their gorgeous Tamanu Oil! 

Check out a clip of the Dr. Oz show here!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RCHRpWk_Nw

adara Gift!

Buy 2 Large adara oil & get a 3rd as your gift! $30 retail value!  No code is needed.  Just simply tell us what scent you would like in the comments section during check out.  We are obsessed with the multiple powers of adara.  I use it nightly on my face....a little goes a long way!  It soaks up the redness in my face, shrinks pores, makes my face less shiny during the next day, softens fine lines and helps heal pimples! Honestly -- what more could you ask for from a product.  The bonus is that it is natural, organic, fair trade, PEG free, Paraben free and more!  I'll be addicted to the healing powers of this product for the rest of my life. 

Are you afraid to put oil on your face?  Don't be!!!  European women have known the power of face oils for centuries.  I literally slather this oil on my face, neck and chest at night.  The gorgeous aromas lull me to sleep!  I have very oil skin.  Normally around 10:00 in the morning I have a shiny face. When I use adara the night before my face stays matte all day long.  Why?  Because my skin is getting the natural hydration it needs so my body doesn't over-produce oil during the next day. 

Also, the natural anti-bacterial powers of coconut oil help heal and prevent pimples.  The natural anti-inflammatory powers help get rid of redness...and of course the hydrating powers help firm skin!  It's a work-horse! 

Added benefits are that you can use it for conditioning hair treatments, to tame fly aways, as a massage oil, as a bath oil and of course a body oil.

Remember that untainted coconut oil will solidify in colder temperatures.  Simply run under hot tap water to liquify.  adara likes warmth like we do!

Lisa

Nuxe Serum Creme Fraiche

Get long lasting skin hydration with Nuxe's new Serum Creme Fraiche.  Nuxe Creme Fraiche Serum is a combination of 8 Plant Milks with moisturizing and anti-fatigue benefits, along with Essential Oils with relaxing properties to help provide long-lasting hydration by helping recreate a moisture reserve.  It draws up and diffuses water throughout the skin, works to help re-hydrate skin continuously (with Pomegranate, 5 Plant Saps, and Vegetal Micro-Patch), and helps restore the skin's barrier (with Macadamia Oil and Spring Wild Oats).  Moisturized for 24 hours and energized, skin feels fresh and looks radiant.  The appearance of visible signs of fatigue is reduced. 

Gift with Purchase:    Purchase $50.00 or more of Nuxe products and receive a Nuxe Face Beauty Kit.  Contains: 1 - Mini Creme Fraiche Emulsion Suractivee 0.17 oz., 1 - Mini Huile Prodigieuse 0.33 fl. oz., and 1 - Mini Anti-Aging Eye Cream 0.33 fl. oz. as your Complimentary Gift all in a lovely travel clutch! A $25.00  Retail Value! 

Your Gift will automatically be included when order is packaged for shipment and will not show on invoice during check-out.  Offer available while supplies last.  One Gift per customer per day

ANSR

Looking for the facial device that does it all?  Targeting Acne, Redness & Wrinkles?  ANSR is our answer at b-glowing!  We love this tiny lightweight device.  The results are dramatic.  Use it for ten minutes while in bed at night watching TV or reading a book. That is when I do my ANSR ritual.  It's super relaxing and seriously improves my skin. The Blue light is anti-bacterial and clears up acne.  It'll also help prevent pimples from coming back.  The red light smooths & firms the skin while filling lines and wrinkles.  The bonus is that you don't need to have it plugged in while operating it.  Ideal for travel too.

Check out these serious results.  These are life changing results!  Feel good about our face gives us the confidence to smile in the world and open ourselves up to people.  It's priceless!

Olympic Skater Pushes On

Our hearts are going out to Jonannie Rochette today. She is the Olympic figure skater who skated almost flawlessly in the women's Winter Olympic figure staking short program on Tuesday night, two days after her mother's shocking death.
b-glowing supports strong and courageous women such as Rochette and commend her for following her dream under such difficult circumstances.
 

Customer Reviews

As ironic as it may seem, I only became an online shopper within the past year or so. I always agreed with Carrie Bradshaw's famous quote from Sex and the City “shopping is my cardio” when she was asked whether or not she shopped online.  What finally altered my thinking about online shopping was the amount of customer reviews that were now plastered all over the web.... 

Gold Flake Blotting Papers

Gold flake blotting papers!  A 300 year old Japanese beauty secret for a petal fresh complexion revealed.  Removes excess oil and sweat without disturbing makeup or stealing moisture from the skin. A powder and primer alternative that improves the wear of makeup. For all skin types: oily, normal, dry & sensitive. Fragrance-free. Powder-free. Oil-free. All-natural, biodegradable. No animal testing. Handmade in Japan.

Made with the finest grade of abaca leaf, prized for strength, absorbency and softness. No pulp to dry and irritate delicate skin and remove makeup.
Real gold flake in each leaflet for authenticity. Gold flake will not transfer onto skin.
30 Sheets
Size: 3.74" X 3.74"

Neil George Salon Hair Care

We're excited to announce the addition of the Neil George Salon Hair Care line to b-glowing.com!  These gorgeous hair care products truly add shine and manageability to your hair.  Indian Gooseberry is their excotic ingredient that adds strength and shine to hair.  For thousands of years women in India have used this ingredient.  Now celebrity to the stars Neil George includes this exciting ingredient in his new hair care line.  Our staff favorites include the Indian Gooseberry Treatment Oil.  Only $42 and it truly transforms your hair.  You'll have a good hair day -- every day! 

Have you already tried Neil George?  Let us know what you think. 

Rachel Zoe Loves butter LONDON

Rachel Zoe loves butter LONDON's Rosie Lee Nail Lacquer.  In today's Zoe Report Rachel says that this perfectly rosie & gold shimmer is one of the hot picks for Spring nails.  Check it out here!

50% Off Rosebud Three Lavish Layers - Lucky Break

Did you see on LuckyMag.com the Deal of the Day?  b-glowing is offering 50% off on Rosebud Salve's Three Lavish Layers!  Heal your winter lips with this trio of lip decadence!  Regularly $16...now $8!  One day only (through midnight Eastern 1/16/2010).  Code:  luckydaily2

Laurence Dumont Perfumes

Who doesn't love Vanilla perfumes?  We know we love them...and so do our men!  We're super excited to introduce to you some of the best Vanilla Perfumes you'll get your hands on, imported from France.  Les Senteurs Gourmandes by Laurence Dumont offers 10 variations in Vanilla in extraordinary blends!  These are eau de parfum, imported from Paris and only $50 each for large 3.38 oz bottles!  Whether you're a chocolate fan, lilac fan, patchouli fan or monoi fan....you'll find the scent that suits your personality.  You'll find beautiful complexity in these gorgeous scents created in the heart of Southwestern France.  My personal favorite is Laurence Dumont 's Tendre Madeleine.  A soft, delicious sugary vanilla cookie:) 

Get your order in now!  Pre-orders are being accepted and shipping begins around 2/25.

Enjoy!

Lisa

Modern Notes

Nothing worse than stinky room, but who wants to spend a fortune to brighten it up?  We've found the solution in MODERN Notes!  Only $15 for true Luxury home fragrance!  Unlike other inexpensive home diffusers, MODERN Notes only uses 100% true accords and essential oils.  Zero synthetics!  We love the fragrances and the packaging is oh-so-super cute!  They are also great to pour into any crystal vase or glass decanter you love!  It's a great way to make your home and office smell luxuriously fragrant without spending a fortune!  Our staff favorites -- "Fresh Cut Peony" and "Fresh Mown Hay"....ideal to make your winter home smell a little bit more like Spring.

Nuxe Paris Skin Care

If you’ve ever wondered why most French women have great figures, even though their diet consists of food we’ve had to swear off by the age of 18, AND flawless skin, we can help. Well, we don’t know how they stay so skinny eating cheese and croissants but we do have their secret to the perfect complexion: Nuxe Paris......

$48 Bonus Gift

Purchase $90 at b-glowing & receive $48 in beauty gifts!  Our gift contains Umi Shampoo – 2 oz, Umi Conditioner – 2 oz, Umi Tonic Detangler – 2 oz, LaLicious Coconut Sugar Souffle – 2 oz, LaLicious Brown Sugar Souffle – 2 oz and Xen Tan Transform – 1 oz.  Use code:  febluv during check out!  Good through 2/15/10 or while supplies last.  Remember, not valid on previous purchases or sale merchandise.  Enjoy!  This is a fabulous gift for travel!! 

Last week we were in NY researching new brands for our beauty junkies here at b-glowing.  We found some gems for you!  We’ll be revealing them to you over the next few months.  Stay tuned for some exciting additions.

In the meantime, enjoy this beauty bonus gift while it lasts!

Lisa

Mélange Perfumes

Another new arrival we are excited to announce is the new perfume line Mélange. These super-chic solid and roll-on perfumes are all about mixing to find your signature...

butter LONDON Jelly Nail Lacquers

The new Jelly collection from butter LONDON just arrived and I couldn't wait to open the box!!!

My Travel Beauty Companion

My constant beauty travel companion is adara!  $12.  It comes in Lavender, Jasmine, Peach, Green Tea, Rose and Unscented.  It's my work-horse beauty product that is super multi-functional and effective.  I'm ready to pack my bags again this weekend to head to NY in search of new brands for our customers.  adara always goes in my carry on bag!  The travel size is TSA approved so no worries about them tossing it in the trash during security check through.  What do I use it for?  Everything!  I use it to wash my face (without water), remove my eye makeup, moisturize my face and body, repair my cuticles, heal my dry lips overnight, tame hair fly aways, to relax in a hot, fragrant oil bath at night and more!  While I love choosing from an array of beauty products, carry-on travel these days can be challenging for the beauty-junkie.  I can always rely on adara to keep my skin healthy, clear and glowing while I'm away.  And it makes me feel great knowing that I'm putting on my skin 99.9% organic, fair trade coconut oil! 

Afraid to put oil on your face?  I was too! 

Clearance Sale

20% to 75% off on select beauty items!  Good while quanitites last.  We're clearing out our store to make room for new arrivals.  Get theses amazing deals while they last!

Diana B - New Pricing!

Exciting news from Diana B!  New lower prices on all their Bath, Body & Candles!  Scrubs were $55, now $45.  Body Washes & Lotions were $30, now $20.  Candles were $36, now $30.  If you haven't had the chance to induldge in Diana B now is the time to relax in their luxury bath/body.  The scents are absolutley intoxciating and the formulas are utterly luxurious.  Natural ingredients include sugar cane, seaweed and maple syrup.  Maple is known for its healing properties!  It's a miracle cure for all types of skin imperfections, including sun damage and pigmentation, acne scaring and topical infections. The lovely scent of lychee nut fruit and white flowers infuses this maple syrup based formula. Dazzling results every time, oil and chemical free.  Choose from Maple Brown Sugar, Fig, Chocolate, Peach Frangiapani and Green Tea Desert! 

We're also giving away free samples of this intoxcating bath and body products with your current b-glowing purchases.  Just ask for a sample with your next purchase! 

xoxo

Lisa

Clark's Botanicals Skin Clearing Face & Body Wash

Without a doubt, the very first item that will be on my “staff picks” list will be Clark's Botanicals Skin Clearing Face & Body Wash. I have never put much importance on cleansers in the past and used to often pair a very luxurious serum or moisturizer with a generic drugstore cleanser, never really thinking that step mattered. This all changed the first time I used this Clark's Botanicals cleanser.  My skin has been clear since the first week I used this product....

20% to 75% Clearance

We're making some space for some great new additions!  Select products on Clearance for 20% to 75% off!  Blow, butter LONDON, Apivita, Glowology and more!  Look for some exciting new brands coming in February and beyond!  Thanks to your support b-glowing is growing and as we do we will keep bringing you the undiscovered brands you desire!  To help make room for some new products, we have select products available for 20 to 75% off!  Quantities are very limited and sale merchandise is not returnable/exchangable.  This is the time to pick up that item you've been wanting at reduced prices!  

Enjoy!

Kiss Down Under

For 5 years we've been huge fans of Apivita's Multi-Gyn.  We hadn't found a personal hygiene wash that was more loved by women!  Since the Fall Apivita Multi-Gyn hasn't been available in the US.  Our fingers are still crossed that it will be available again, but we've searched high and low for something even better!  We found it!  Kiss Down Under (imported from Australia) is natural, Organic, PH Balance and Carbon Neutral.  Hard to find that kind of combination!  Both men and women will love these products.  You can feel good about applying such organic and natural ingredients on your body...

Love + Toast

"Philosophy:  Pretty is as Pretty does..."....we LOVE Love and Toast!  It's an adorable new line from the creator of Lollia and Tokyo Milk, Margo Elena.  Sweet, playful, pretty packaging encasing lovely gems of enticement.  Lip Balms, Roller Ball Perfumes, Spray Perfumes, Mini Luxe Perfumes & Hand Creams.  A sweet way to treat yourself!  $9 to $32.  We've simply fallen in love with Margot's beautiful designs and attention to details.  And it goes without saying that her scents are simply sublime.... 

Massage Wrinkles Away

I recently went for a facial and the aesthetician told me about the importance of daily facial massage to get rid of wrinkles.  It's a super simple at-home treatment we can do day and night.  It only takes about 60 seconds, but really makes a difference.  Deep massage directly into wrinkles helps relax those muscles.  Whatever cream, oil or serum you choose to use after gently massaging into your skin...take a little more care around your wrinkles by deeply massaging them apart.  Use the tips of your fingers on your forehead to massage apart those deep lines...

Meet b-glowing:

Erika here! This is my first entry to our blog and I’m a little overexcited to have an outlet to share my ever-evolving beauty obsessions. I’m sure my friends are breathing a sigh of relief knowing that now I won’t steer every happy hour or dinner conversation to the imperative fact that I have a new face cream or fashionable nail color. I am always looking for fun new products to change up my look or change the way I take care of my body...

Welcome to our Blog!!

Welcome to our new blog!  Ok -- so we're behind the times.  It took us a while:)  Well, better late than never, right?  My colleagues and I will be writing about our favorite things, likes ,dislikes, ideas, travels, foods, music, fashion and so much more!  We're an ecclectic bunch here at b-glowing with ecclectic tastes.  Some days you'll find out blogging about our new favorite beauty product...other days it will be about some new Korean food we just tried or some cool new destination we've gone too.  If you like to try new things -- this is the place to share your ideas...

The Holy Grail!

I found it!  The Holy Grail of skin care for me!  The kaplan MD Perfecting Serum has changed my skin forever (well, as long as I keep using it!). I'm 43 with combination skin and prone to redness & breaking out.  This serum has transformed my skin!  All the redness is gone, my skin is luminious, bump free...and best of the best...my deep expression lines between my eyebrows and on my forehead and dramatically softened!