As Afterglow’s CEO and Founder I’m constantly asked for my organic/gluten-free skin care recommendations, so I thought I’d take a second to tell you about Exuberance Beauty, an organic and gluten free skin care brand I’m really loving right now. Exuberance is based in Canada but they ship to the USA. It’s extremely fast and…Read More »
Go Kindle Go Green!
August 2, 2011
By: Kristin Adams
Do you ever watch a commercial and just fall in love with it? My guess is that a lot of people do. Right now we’re obsessed with the Kindle commercials. This particular commercial (above) grabbed our attention because it united three of our favorite things; being outside, reading, and being smoking hot! After having seen…Read More »
Natural Male Care Products
July 29, 2011
By: Kristin Adams
Women aren’t the only gender seeking to lead a more natural, healthy lifestyle; men are catching on to the benefits of organic products and practices as well. But sometimes they need a women’s help, so here are a few tips for you women for your men. Skincare For Athletes This skincare line is designed to…Read More »
Don’t Gloss Over Details
July 21, 2011
By: Kristin Adams
After two long years of research and development we’re proud to announce our new Organic Hydra Gloss formula has launched! We’re going to be perfectly honest; lip gloss is a hard natural product to produce. The laundry list of petro chemicals and synthetics used in traditional lip gloss is long and sorted. For the most…Read More »
Green Cleaning
July 7, 2011
By: Kristin Adams
Greening your makeup routine was easy. We know this because you found Afterglow! But greening your home cleaning routine can be a touch more difficult. So we’re bringing you some great natural cleaning tips and recipes from one of our favorite blogs, The Daily Green! Visit www.thedailygreen.com. Cleaning Surfaces: Avoid bleach altogether. Instead mix 2…Read More »
Eco Baby Advice From An Afterglow Expert!
June 26, 2011
By: Kristin Adams
By Brittnie Skinner, Sales Executive and Licensed Esthetician Last Thanksgiving I found out I was pregnant with a baby girl. Working at Afterglow Cosmetics I’ve learned the in’s and out’s of natural and organic products, so you better believe my baby was about to get the same eco luxury my skin gets! I’m happy to…Read More »
Face Forward to Fall 2011
June 21, 2011
By: Kristin Adams
By Jen Murphy, Makeup Artist Straight from the runway, the Fall 2011 fashion season incorporates some beautiful makeup looks to complement its beautiful clothes. From the retro-styling of Jean Charles de Castelbajac, to the futurism of Alexander McQueen, Fall 2011 makeup is all about the interplay of light and drama. Pale faces with a focus…Read More »
The Eco Expert’s Picks!
June 16, 2011
By: Kristin Adams
Fabulous products approved by the strict standards of Afterglow’s CEO and Founder Kristin Adams, and her team of Eco Experts. Egyptian Geranium with Adzuki Bean & Cranberry Scrub from Pangea OrganicsIt may smell yummy and be natural, but we wouldn’t suggest eating it. However, this product is wonderful when applied to the skin. Suitable for…Read More »
Color Crash Course
June 10, 2011
By: Kristin Adams
The temperature has risen and there are bold, inspirational colors everywhere. The trees have gained their gorgeous green hue; the flowers are blossoming in brilliant shades of orange, magenta, and yellow, while the birds are gliding by gracing us with vivid shades of royal blue and crimson. What do you do when there are dazzling…Read More »
Easy Beauty! DIY Summer Toner
June 4, 2011
By: Kristin Adams
In Easy Beauty DIY posts our team will share our favorite organic and natural skin care concoctions you can create in your own kitchen! Today’s toner recipe comes from our favorite book, Organic Body Care Recipes written by Stephanie Tourles and is the perfect orange and rose summer toner, especially if you get a little…Read More »
