The only downside? Retinol can often lead to side effects like skin dryness, peeling, and irritation.

A humectant that anchors moisture within the skin, deeply penetrating it to keep skin hydrated and plump. This holy grail hydrator retains 1000 times its weight in water to breathe new life to dry, rough skin. Tea Tree Extract We recommend avoiding the use of Benzoyl Peroxide in the same routine as our Watermelon Pore-Tight Toner, as it contains BHA. Will the BHA in the formula make me purge? Since using this toner, my post-acne journey (and my skin) has become much smoother. My breakouts fade faster and occur less frequently and my once shine-ridden complexion appears more balanced. What more could an oily girl want? What are the biggest benefits? Applying products that contain ceramides — such as Glow Recipe Avocado Ceramide Recovery Serum — can help to replenish ceramide levels, thus restoring the skin’s natural barrier. With a gentle blend of acids and hydrators, the Watermelon line is ideal for oily yet sensitive and dehydrated skin types. Think: dewy glow that doesn't look overly sweaty; traceless moisture that never settles on the skin's surface and pleasant natural scents that dissipate swiftly after application.

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Both Chang and Lee grew up in Korea, where beauty was interwoven into their everyday lives. Their mothers and grandmothers took pride in their beauty routines, utilizing natural ingredients as much as possible. Witnessing this over the years is what inspired Chang and Lee to introduce Glow Recipe to the world. According to Chang and Lee, their mission was to ‘’introduce the latest skincare innovations from South Korea to the world and offer accessible, best-in-class skincare.’’ They also wanted to educate consumers on K-beauty trends and how to use advanced ingredients to get the best out of their skincare routines.

Contains electrolytes and amino acids that hydrate and help retain moisture. This ingredient is what gives the product its springy, stretchy texture! PHA Aqua/Water/Eau, Propanediol, Glycereth-26, Glycerin, Niacinamide, 2,3-Butanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Tromethamine, Glyceryl Stearate, Carbomer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Polyquaternium-51, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Fragrance/Parfum, Benzyl Benzoate.Parabens, Mineral Oil, Sulfates, Silicones, Phthalates, Drying Alcohol, Synthetic Dyes. Vegan. Leaping Bunny Certified Cruelty-Free. View All Ingredients

Glow Recipe Skin Care products include cleansers, toners, mists, serums, moisturizers, masks, lip care, and eye care. Below we’ll discuss the most popular Glow Recipe Skin Care products.Inspired by the Korean Aqua Peel Facial, this lightweight toner focuses on minimising the appearance of pores, while keeping your skin hydrated. Research on lycopene has demonstrated it has powerful antioxidant activity, which can help defend the skin against UV-induced damage. A study conducted by the Department of Dermatology at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine found that lycopene protects the skin through its ability to decrease inflammation, promote cell renewal, and inhibit DNA damage following UVB injury. Toners are essential for restoring your skin’s pH after cleansing and infusing your skin with its first leave-on hydration step, and can have other benefits that target skin concerns. Our Watermelon Pore-Tight Toner not only refines the appearance of pores, it also creates a hydrating, supple base for your skin to absorb the remaining steps of your skin-care routine. Can I use this with Avocado Retinol Sleeping Mask/Pineapple Serum/Watermelon Mask?

Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Eye Cream contains encapsulated retinol. Encapsulation allows the retinol to release smaller amounts at a time, making it more gentle than traditional retinol treatments. Vitamin C also helps fade dark spots, evens out skin tone, and increases radiance. As if that wasn’t enough, research suggests that when vitamin C is applied to the skin, it significantly reverses aging-related structural changes by influencing collagen and elastin synthesis.

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Using BHA in your routine can possibly cause skin purging, especially if you’re new to the ingredient. This period is totally normal, and can last anywhere from less than a week to 4-6 weeks. Can I Recycle It? We’ve been hearing for years that Vitamin C is the best anti-aging ingredient. It’s a potent antioxidant that protects the skin from free radicals, the unstable molecules that contribute to the formation of premature wrinkles and fine lines on the skin. Watermelon fruit extract is the star ingredient in some of the most popular Glow Recipe Skin Care products. Even though watermelon is 91% water, this fruit extract does contain some carotenoids, most notably lycopene. Glow Recipe emphasizes the use of fruit extracts in their products — such as watermelon, guava, avocado, and pineapple — but the brand also includes tried-and-true ingredients like vitamin C, retinol, and ceramides. Below we’ll discuss a few of these key ingredients in more detail so you’ll know exactly what they’re doing for your skin.