Glo Skin Beauty Blog

Do you know your kojic acid from your glycolic acid? Discover everything you need to know about kojic acid and why it's so good for hyperpigmentation.

Discover when to exfoliate and how to take your acne-fighting skincare routine to a whole new level with our daily, weekly, and monthly recommendations…

From mom jeans to platform sneakers, the '90s are back in a big way, and so are peels. Updated for a new generation in elevated, next-level formulations, these at-home chemical peels are truly transformational treatments...

If you're wondering how to use glycolic acid to get smooth skin, treat acne, diminish fine lines, or improve your radiance, let’s dive into the wonderful world of glycolic acid.

As transformative and game-changing as they are, facial peels can be a polarizing topic. Unlike other skincare treatments, just the name itself can feel a little aggressive. But, spoiler alert, it may blow your mind to know not all peels actually make you peel. We're here here to set the record straight on these elevated exfoliation experiences and debunk a few peel myths…

There’s never been a better time to take your skincare ritual to a whole new level with at-home peels. Professional grade results you can take all the credit for, discover which chemical peel type and daily skincare ritual is right for you with this expert guide.

Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that protects against environmental damage, strengthens, firms, and brightens the skin. Discover our guide to all things vitamin C for skin...

Every so often a skincare ingredient comes along and is a total game-changer. Squalane is one of those hero ingredients and you’ll be seeing it everywhere. Discover why every skin type can benefit from adding squalane oil into the mix.

Skincare, sunscreen, and mineral makeup in one? This multitasking tinted moisturizer with SPF is about to revolutionize your skincare ritual…

Did you know that chemical exfoliation for acne can be a great step in clearing skin and promoting clarity? Dive into the world of AHAs, BHAs, and other skin-loving acids to discover more...

Whether virtual or in-person events, get your party makeup on point with our expert makeup how-tos. Created by our Global Education Ambassador & Artistry Lead Janeena Rumsey, discover her party makeup tips.

Whether defending, restoring, or strengthening, there’s a lot of talk about the skin’s moisture barrier. Here's everything you need to know about the skin's moisture barrier...

Wondering about aloe vera's benefits for skin? Aloe vera is loved for its nourishing and healing properties, not to mention as an all-out superstar for soothing sunburns. But aloe vera's skincare benefits don’t end there. Discover everything there is to know about this skin superfood. 

Do you have under eye circles, shadows, or puffiness? Join the club! These are all very common eye concerns, affecting most of us at some point in our lives. Discover our guide to help treat and conceal any unwanted discoloration, dehydration, and puffiness, safely and effectively.

If you’re looking for game-changing results from your home treatments, the most effective product you can invest in will be one of our at-home peel kits. To help you find a peel that’s right for you, we’ll delve into each of our three peels and showcase some peel before and after pics too...

Equally as important as finding the perfect foundation shade is picking the right formula for your skin type. When your skin and base work together the end result is a flawless finish that lasts longer and looks more natural. Find your formula with our foundation guide.

Finding the best makeup brush for your foundation will help your application technique and also ensure an even, flawless coverage, for a natural-looking base. To help you find your perfect makeup brush kit, we've put together this handy brush guide.

Have you heard of niacinamide? Loved by derms and beauty editors, the benefits of niacinamide make for an impressive lineup worthy of a place in your skincare ritual. 

Hyaluronic acid is one of the tried and true skincare ingredients that you’ve probably seen everywhere over the last few years. We’ve all heard how it’s one of the most hydrating ingredients in skincare, but let’s dive into why you should be incorporating this powerhouse hydrator into your skincare ritual.

Sensitive skin comes in many forms, and can present challenges when it comes to finding a targeted skincare and makeup ritual that’s right for you. And, while skincare is often the focus, the makeup for sensitive skin matters too.

Hailed as one of skincare’s all-time superheroes with most dermatologists wielding it as their top skincare tool (- along with SPF, of course), retinol is one of the most effective ingredients in the modern skincare kit. It helps accelerate skin cell turnover, reduce inflammation, diminish hyperpigmentation, and stimulate collagen production, promoting smoother, firmer, brighter skin. In short, it’s one of the best ingredients to use in all anti-aging skincare rituals.

Blue light is a hot topic right now, but it’s not a new issue. It’s actually been around ever since we started engaging with anything that has a light-emitting screen. What is new, however, is the amount of time we’re exposing ourselves to it. According to a recent survey, the average American spends 19 hours per day looking at some sort of digital device. Whether that’s working on your laptop, binge-watching Netflix, or doomscrolling Instagram before bed, all of these activities which are so important to our daily connectivity and sense of community, are unfortunately having detrimental effects on our wellbeing - and that includes our skin.

One of the least glamorous parts of our skincare ritual, but actually the most important, did you know that choosing the best cleanser for your skin can really make or break the rest of your skincare system. Choosing which cleanser is best for your skin doesn’t need to be difficult. Take a look at our easy to follow cleanser guide and let's get cleansing.

If you’re looking for a brighter way to diminish skin discoloration such as dark spots, hyperpigmentation, melasma, or even just to amp up your dull complexion, there’s an under-the-radar hero ingredient that’s about to seriously revolutionize your skincare ritual. Step forward alpha arbutin - nature’s answer to an Instagram filter. This powerhouse ingredient effectively treats pigmentation issues and boosts brightness safely without the unwanted side effects of its former counterpart, hydroquinone. Nature-approved, dermatologist-recommended, alpha arbutin is beauty’s best kept brightening secret and we’re here to spill.

First of all, what actually is inflammaging? Inflammaging or inflamm-aging is a beauty buzzword to describe the combination of two of our least favorite things, inflammation and aging. Inflammaging is the perfect storm of inflammatory factors converging, leading to accelerated signs of aging and generally an unhappy, uncomfortable complexion. 

Dreaming of fresh, glowing, dewy, lit-from-within skin? Discover everything you need to get glowing skin...

As we move into multitasking times, we’re looking for more from our moisturizers. These treatment moisturizers offer all the usual good stuff but now are infused with amplified actives for all the skin-love...