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Holiday Gift Guide
Looking for any last minute holiday gifts? If you're down to the wire and looking for something unique, we have the perfect holiday gifts (or better yet, you can put them on your wish list)! See below for a curated list of our favorite skincare products and services...
Thanksgiving – A Feast for Your Skin!
This week we're reflecting on everything we're grateful for. We appreciate our time with family, friends, and we're so grateful for YOU! Our clients (turned family) keep us smiling and passionate about what we do. We're also thankful for opportunity to celebrate this...
The Collagen Guide
For centuries, we’ve been searching for the “Fountain of Youth,” with bizarre beauty trends to keep our skin looking healthy and young. In some cultures, woman have gone as far as eating foods like pig’s feet, shark fins, and donkey skin, in hopes of smoothing skin...
5 Signs Your Skin is Ready for an Exfoliation
Exfoliating your skin is important part of your routine to keep skin fresh and bright. When we're young, our skin renews itself roughly every 28 days. At the end of your 20's, this renewal process slows down, and creates a buildup of cells that can clog pores and...
Antioxidants 101
We have all heard about antioxidants and are happy to see them on our skincare labels, but do you know what they are or how they work? We’re here to give you a refresher on antioxidants and teach you how to incorporate them – both on your skin and on your plate to...
Spring into Summer Product Checklist
Summer’s upon us and we want to ensure your skin is prepped and ready for those hot summer days! Our expert knowledge at the Bungalow has put together a few of our favorite go-to products that will nourish and protect your skin. Suntegrity 5-1 Tinted Sunscreen...
Skin Food
Let's talk about skin food. What we put in your body plays a huge role in the appearance of our skin. Denise (owner and master esthetician) drinks a collagen and microgreens smoothie every morning that boosts skin health. So what exactly are microgreens and why do...
Retinol, Retin-A, Vitamin A… You Say Tomato, I Say Tomato, What’s the Difference?
We get asked frequently by clients, "Should I be using a retinol regularly?" Many feel retinol is too harsh for their skin and if you have the same belief, you're not alone. We are here to break down all things retinoid and Vitamin A to give you a better understanding...
Bath Tea-Steep. Soak. Reset.
Soak up the goodness of CBD with our new LEEF Organics Bath Tea. Sink into a relaxing state of aromatic bliss with this botanical blend of CBD, moroccan rose, lavender, jasmine and hemp. This lavish product is sun-grown and rooted in the lush mountains of northern...
Our Newest Local Collab- Nightshift Wax Co.!
Traditional perfume and scented candles are often formulated with low-cost, irritating allergenic synthetic fragrances. That’s why we are thrilled to introduce a cleaner alternative to the Beauty Bungalow! Nightshift Wax Co., a woman-owned local St. Pete small...
H is for Love’s Lip Luxury
H is for Love is a wholistic beauty brand sharing nature’s most wonderful gifts in the form of pure, organic, handcrafted, wild-sourced ingredients. Let your lips tell the world that you are healthy, vibrant, and beautiful with the Palmarosa Lip Conditioner. This...
Herbal Detox Body Treatment
Beauty Bungalow is introducing a new body treatment this fall to bring out your best glow! This treatment begins with dry brushing to stimulate your lymphatic system. We dive deep into a revitalizing body polish applied to your skin followed by antioxidant-rich oils...
Support a Small Business, Support a Dream
We had the best time celebrating a milestone birthday for the Beauty Bungalow this month. To commemorate 5 years of serving Simply Beautiful Skin to the amazing city of St. Petersburg, the St. Pete Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Chris...
Summer Series Part 3: How We Choose the Products We Recommend to You
We know there’s an overwhelming abundance of skincare lines out there to choose from. The Beauty Bungalow is here to take the guesswork out of picking high-quality skincare products that truly deliver glowing results. We’re wrapping up the Summer Skin Series and want...
Summer Series Part 2: What’s in Your Skincare Products?
You know the age-old adage, “You are what you eat!”...Well, the same goes for your skin. What you put on your skin is crucial to your skin's health and how it functions. Selecting skincare products to nourish your skin is similar to picking healthy food to nourish...
Summer Series Part 1: Building Your Best Routine
Throughout your life, it is expected to notice changes in your skin and for the rituals and tools that serve your skin to wax and wain. As experts in skincare, we do truly believe that the core elements of your routine should stay consistent. We have created a...
Time for a Facial!
Balms, Moisturizers, Creams Oh My!
If you are noticing the effects of stress on your skin then the Beauty Bungalow has just what you need. The nutrient-dense products we offer are carefully curated in small batches with raw and organic ingredients that give a little extra attention when it comes to...
That Darn Mask!
We are feeling so thankful for being open and being able to hold space for you and provide you with the self-care you all have needed. We know that some of you are not quite ready to jump back into your facial routine at the Beauty Bungalow, but just know that we are...
We’re long time fans of Suntegrity’s Tinted Sunscreen
Mineral-based, it multi-tasks as a hydrator, sunscreen, primer, and makeup. Hyaluronic acid, aloe, and jojoba hydrate, while zinc oxide protects the skin from damaging UVA and UVB rays. The tints have a broad range in color, allowing for all skin tones to find a...
Spring is officially here!
Protect your skin with Josh Rosebrook's Nutrient Day Cream. Containing zinc oxide, this chemical-free product successfully, and safely, shields against harmful UVA and UVB rays. Offered in either a tinted or non-tinted option, this Broad Spectrum SPF also acts as a...
Cleansing 101
Cleansing is the foundation of your skincare routine, and we want to share some tips to make sure you're getting optimal use out of your products. There's a tendency for people to believe that a cleanser should give your skin a squeaky-clean and tight feel. However,...
Bring the Beauty Bungalow Home
While we temporarily are not taking appointments at The Beauty Bungalow, this is a great time to incorporate consistent skin care into your routine. You can make sacred time for yourself by lighting a candle, putting on some relaxing music, and masking yourself in the...
What’s not to love about our new Nano-Infusion facial treatment?
You’ll see an instant boost in hydration because it helps active ingredients absorb 97% better than topical application alone. It also has a brightening effect for that coveted lit-from-within glow! The best part is that it’s non-invasive and there is absolutely no...
Flower Essence Infused Hot Cocoa from Lotus Wei
Leave it to the flower masterminds at Lotus Wei to create a hot cocoa infused with flower essences! This rich, buttery beverage evokes nostalgic warm-and-fuzzy feelings while also packing a beautyfood punch because it’s loaded with magnesium (with the option to add...
Beauty Bungalow Lemon Ginger Tonic
Tis’ the season of overindulgences. This easy-to-make ginger lemon tonic will fight inflammation, boost your immune system, and aid in digestion to keep you healthy, happy and glowing all season long. You may choose to sip this as a morning tea, or make a strong batch...
Abundant Harvest Launch
Oh, hello glorious fall! We are thrilled to welcome this season of all things food, family, and cooler temps. Fall is also significant because traditionally it represents the Earth’s bounty, and the season of the harvest… that’s why we are launching NEW Laurel...
But can your eye cream do this…? How Environ Vita Peptide Eye Gel keeps your eyes bright.
Did you know that the skin around your eyes tends to age about 5 to 10 years faster than the rest of your face? That’s because it’s the thinnest skin on the entire body. Add in daily UV exposure and added squinting from screen time and it’s no wonder the skin around...
Refreshing Detox Beauty Beverage
Overindulged last week during Fourth of July festivities? Here to help you (and your skin!) get back on track is this super simple recipe for a refreshing beauty beverage. Loaded with vitamins and antioxidants to counteract environmental cellular damage, this yummy...
Our facials aren’t fluffy… but our blankets are
We’re known around town as a great option for those seeking a more holistic approach to beauty. And we are! But our bottom-line mission is simply beautiful skin: achieving lasting, corrective results using effective skincare products and equipment. Our team puts in...