The founders of Glow, are no strangers to fame, having been on Shark Tank (?), a reality business competition. Fortunately, Donal T was too busy to judge them. Glow products aim to bring the outcome of multiple K-beauty steps into one product, which is what non-South Koreans are used to.
Avocado is the star ingredient of this product, and it uses both the fruit extract and oil. This is not a common ingredient in Made in India products, and these are its benefits:
Very rich in anti-oxidants and mineralsThe avocado pulp is rich in fat and protein and its one of the few fruits that actually accumulates oil (and not as much sugar) as it grows. It has similar levels of Oleic and Linoleic acids to Olive oil. Both these are fatty acids, that are fantastic moisturisers.
Avocados are not prevalent in Indian products, as they are also “high quality, natural suntan.”
Other noteworthy ingredients…
This is a deeply moisturising mask: the honey and glycerin are humectants, which draw water to themselves forming hydrogen bonds, allowing them to hold large amounts of water. Honey and glycerin penetrate the horny layer of the skin (stratum corneum) and therefore, hold water within top layers of the skin.
That’s why they are amazing ingredients to find in products.
The emollients essentially form a barrier on top of the horny layer. They therefore frequently have an “occlusive” action and reduce the amount of water that is lost through the skin (trans-epidermal water loss). This causes less water to be lost, and therefore the skin is hydrated. Emollients are essential to that softer and more supple feel to products.
Gluconolactone is a mild exfoliating acid, that facilitates the removal of dead skin cells. It doesn’t have the harsh irritating action of Glycolic Acid (the smallest AHA) because its a large molecule. You can read all about it in this blog, Gluconolactone cheat sheet and Structure of exfoliating Acids.
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How does the mask feel?
The mask has an inoffensive, non-descript smell. Its texture is light, almost buttery and it effortlessly glides on to my skin. There’s no stinging or irritation.
Would I buy this mask again?
The good news is I don’t have to answer this question (without sounding like a racist) because its been reformulated as a retinol based night mask.
Phew.
This product is amazing. My skin feels softer and more supple. The mask is definitely very moisturising.
But.
I am not going to use any product (even in the name of science) that tans me. Enough said. Sorry.
If I were indifferent to tanning then I would regularly use this mask. I loved the experience of using it.
Other masks you may be interested in are:
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