By Arianne Harell
A massage therapist and esthetician, Bérengère Langlois brings moments of pure well-being to the people of St. Barths, using the power of precious stones. A unique offering on the island, carried out with the highest level of professionalism.
In Bérengère’s Corner of Paradise, everything has its place. Beauty products are neatly arranged on the shelves, while precious stones recharge their energy on a flower of life. “I like things to be well-organized,” she says from her home-based studio. Running her own business since 2023, Bérengère pays close attention to every detail so her customers can fully enjoy her services, from massages and facials to manicures and pedicures. She never does things halfway. At the start of her career in Parisian beauty boutiques, she quickly moved from sales consultant to manager. But she missed having a more personal connection with her customers. “I love listening to people, reassuring them, pampering them, and simply making them feel good,” says the Normandy native. So, when the opportunity arose to work as an esthetician at Vénus Beauty Spa in St. Barths for a few months, she jumped at the chance. There, she rediscovered the joy of offering in-depth treatments in a private setting. She later explored the world of luxury hospitality, working as a spa therapist for the Champagne Hospitality group at the Barthélemy Hotel & Spa and the Royal Champagne.
Meeting Every Need
Always guided by her customers’ well-being, Bérengère founded BL Beauty in 2023 to offer fully customized treatments. She started by providing in-home services but now has her own dedicated space. “My goal is to work exclusively here,” she explains. “I want to provide the best possible experience, and here, I have everything I need to make that happen.”
She encourages her customers to come to her studio whenever possible, allowing them to step away from their daily routine and fully immerse themselves in the experience. “It’s a moment outside of time,” she says. “A moment just for them, and no one else.” Yet, she’s the first to neglect her own advice. “Everyone keeps asking me, ‘But when do you take time for yourself?’” she says with a smile. Business is going so well that she rarely takes breaks. She has finally decided to set aside a weekend of rest, not just for herself, but for the benefit of her customers. “If you have no energy left, you can’t give well-being to others.”
A Loyal Clientele
From women and men aged 25 to 60, people of all ages come through her doors. She even plans to expand her services to include treatments for teenagers. With her warm and easygoing nature, she has built strong relationships with them, which played a huge role in launching her business. Thanks to word-of-mouth, BL Beauty has become a go-to name in St. Barths. Despite the island’s many spa options, Bérengère has set herself apart with her expertise, building a loyal clientele. They are also the only ones on the island who can experience the exclusive benefits of Gemology, a French brand specializing in mineral-based cosmetics. These products harness the power of trace elements like zinc, iron, and potassium found in precious stones. “Everything the skin struggles to absorb, we can replenish through these products,” explains Bérengère, who fell in love with the brand.
A major advantage of these treatments is the use of heated gemstones, which provide an unparalleled sense of relaxation. More often than not, after just one session, customers can’t wait to book another.
