Since moving to Columbia, I have to admit, I really miss Bethesda. I grew up in the area my entire life yet every time I come back, I still discover something new or find a hidden gem. From endless beauty and retail shops to delicious dining destinations, I’ve rounded up my favorite hot spots on Bethesda Row. Naturally, Bluemercury is first on my list…
When I need to stock up on luxe beauty products… I go to Bluemercury, the beauty retail and spa chain. I could spend hours in the store discovering and sampling new brands and splurging on old favorites.
I’ll admit it—I’ve turned in to a serial spa junkie. I kid you not, I was offered two facials on the same day and I seriously thought about swinging both. I know I couldn’t though. Otherwise that would be very, very bad for my skin. I’ve always had a great experience at Bluemercury and last week’s facial fell nothing short of amazing. My aesthetician, Jaclyn, puts the AMAZE in amazing. Her bubbly, friendly personality made my experience just that much more enjoyable. [Sidebar: Jaclyn told me she is a Brazillian waxer mastermind too!]
You’ve heard me say it before and I’ll say it again: that “lit from within” starts with your skin. Bluemercury recently launched their newest treatment, the M-61 Glow & Go facial. It includes a facial massage, deep cleansing and oxygen therapy, which in my book is, the perfect recipe for soft, smooth glowing skin. The facial treatment also boasts beloved products from Bluemercury co-founder Marla Malcolm Beck’s all-natural skin care line, M-61.
Here’s a brief description of what the treatment involved: Jaclyn started with the M-61 Perfect Cleanse (an extra gentle sulfate-free cleanser with lavender and green tea). Then she used the M-61 Power Glow Peel (an easy one-step peel pad that exfoliates skin and even combats dry, rosacea-like patches) before the 2-minute M-61 Fast Blast (it made my face tingle in the best way possible). Next, she massaged under my eyes with M-61 Hydraboost Eye (even with no makeup on, this erased any trace of dark circles) and the Hydraboost Moisturizer (a 2-in-1 moisturizer and primer!). Finally she massaged my face with Darphin’s Aromatic Cleansing Balm (great for all skin types) before the oxygen therapy. And there you have it. First you glow, and then you go.
What happens when savvy beauty business women, Bluemercury co-founder Marla Malcolm Beck and makeup artist Trish McEvoy get together? They concoct the most gorgeous exclusive Holiday Planner to add to your wish list. Inspired by style icon Brigitte Bardot, Marla and Trish curated the ultimate makeup kit (think Eye Base Essentials, Gel Eye Liner, volumizing mascara, Instant Eye Lift, Beauty Booster Lip Gloss in Sexy Nude among other long-time and new favorites) wrapped in a pretty raspberry sueded quilted case. Managing all your makeup on the go can be overwhelming (I would know, I find lip gloss in my coat pockets, eyeliner in my purse and perfume samples in my wallet), but this purse friendly Holiday Planner keeps everything you need in one convenient place.
Trish McEvoy Holiday Planner, $165 (a $292 value); available exclusively at Bluemercury stores and bluemercury.com
There are few things that make my skin jump for joy (and glow). Case in point: M-61, a powerful skincare line developed and created by Bluemercury CEO Marla Malcolm Beck.
The newest addition to the all-natural line is the Power Glow Peel, a take-home innovative exfoliating peel skincare treatment designed to exfoliate, clarify and tone skin without using any harsh chemicals, parabens or synthetic fragrances. Packed with vitamin K (if you’re a Kale ‘fiene, you’ll love this), this quick glycolic and salicylic acid peel also boasts soothing ingredients like bilberry (helps reduce inflammation) and chamomile (calms irritation). What I love most about this must-have product, is its one-minute one-step treatment, making it super easy to fit in to any busy schedule.
Bluemercury is celebrating the launch of M-61 Power Glow Peel by treating customers to mini Power Glow Peel facials and M-61 Vitablast C hand massages as well as refreshments (think chamomile iced tea and lemon squares) in-store at every location. I highly recommend stopping by July 25th and 26th and testing out the new product for yourself!
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