The GlowGetters Guide

Whether investing in your skincare routine is a new hobby that you’ve delved into during quarantine or you’re a skincare fanatic, Retinol is one of those ingredients that is bound to pop up when you’re searching for new products to take your glow to the next level. And while some may equate Retinol to the “bad word” of skincare, we say, “Don’t knock it, ‘til you try it!” If you’re intimidated, we’re going to help...

If you’ve suffered from chronic dark spots or hyperpigmentation, you’ve probably grown accustomed to seeing marks appear and reappear when you look in the mirror. But have you ever wondered if there was more than meets the eye when it comes to your dark patch phenomena? Depending on the underlying causes, symptoms and location of your hyperpigmentation, you may suffer from a skin condition called Melasma. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, as of...

Coronavirus has undoubtedly changed many aspects of our day-to-day lives, one of which is wearing a mask every day. For many, the mask isn’t just a health and safety choice; it’s a mandate. And while masks keep ourselves and others safe, they can wreak havoc on our skin, causing what has widely become recognized as “maskne.” But don’t worry, we’re here to help you navigate the new norm of masks and the challenges that come...

So you just started a new product. You did your research, triple-checked customer reviews, investigated each ingredient and finally settled on THE product you think is going to be the answer to your skin woes. Now, all you have to do is sit back and wait to see the expected results. Right? In an ideal world, yes. But maybe shortly after you introduced the new product to your skincare regimen, you noticed you were breaking...

Do you suffer from dark spots, dark marks, hyperpigmentation or uneven skin tone? Maybe you noticed dark spots growing up and thought they were just “what happens to your skin from time to time.” But over time, you probably started to realize that these pesky dark patches of skin popped up after everyday skin issues such as acne, bug bites, scratches, ingrown hairs or eczema. Or maybe you’ve realized that your melanin-rich skin is more...

By now, you may be aware that acne is the most common skin condition in the United States. But did you know that researchers are learning that acne may affect people of color at a higher rate, especially when taking post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation into account? It’s true! According to a 2010 study - yes, it’s time for a major update - clinical acne was more prevalent in African American and Hispanic women (37%, 32% respectively) than...

In the midst of a global pandemic and social unrest, taking time to maintain your mental health may be the last item on your to-do list. However, it’s time to check-in on your mental health. Are you participating in racial justice reform protests, watching the news on repeat or scrolling on social media? At a time like this, if you’re consuming information, participating in conversations or showing up at demonstrations, the emotional drain could be...

Just when we thought 2020 couldn’t get worse, it did. And now here we are once again, trying to make sense of what it means to not only be dealing with a pandemic of disease, but also the pandemic of racism. You’ve cried. You’ve protested. You’ve posted a black square for #BlackoutTuesday. And yet here you find yourself asking the question, now what? You’re not alone. Whether you’re a member of the black community or...