Another major problem with using high concentrations of denatured alcohol is that this ingredient is well known to cause skin dryness, irritation, and even disruption of the skin barrier. According to a publication in the journal BBA Biomembranes., alcohol disrupts the lipids that make up the stratum corneum (the outermost layer of skin). While alcohol may provide short term benefits, it’s not doing your skin any good in the long run. A chrome peel-off face mask treatment that is said to help skin feel firmer, tighten and lift skin in an instant

Key ingredients include kaolin clay, activated charcoal, eucalyptus leaves, and a six acid blend of alpha and beta hydroxy acids (mandelic acid, tartaric acid, pyruvic acid, lactic acid, salicylic acid, glycolic acid) While Glenn initially wanted to name the company Red Carpet Glow to punch up the Hollywood connection, Shannon wanted to downplay the entertainment industry as a selling point. Settling on combining the more neutral Glam and Glow from the previous name, Glamglow was born. Overall, we think that most GlamGlow products are formulated well, but we would recommend avoiding the products that contain high concentrations of denatured alcohol. Pros The brand now offers a whole line of beauty and anti-aging products, from facial masks to moisturizers, eye creams, toners, cleansers, and Glam Glow lips products. All their products are tested solely on human volunteers, meaning the brand is proudly cruelty-free (depending on how they treat the volunteers).

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The recommended duration of use for Glamglow’s masks is 20 minutes. They do have one product, Glamglow Good in Bed, that is specially designed to be worn overnight. How often should you use Glamglow? GlamGlow SUPERTONER Exfoliating Acid Solution is a pore-clarifying exfoliating acid toner designed to unclog pores, remove dead surface cells in one sweep, and promote a clarified complexion. It is recommended for those with oily and combination skin types. Unfortunately, GlamGlow SUPERTONER Exfoliating Acid Solution has the potential to actually cause signs of aging and excessive oil production due to its very high concentration of denatured alcohol. In fact, denatured alcohol is the second highest concentration ingredient in this formula after water. Denatured alcohol is well known to cause skin dryness, irritation, and even disruption of the skin barrier, especially when used in high concentrations. For those with oily skin, denatured alcohol may seem to be beneficial because it immediately degreases skin. However, stripping your skin of its natural oils can actually lead to increased oil production to compensate for the dryness, which counteracts the immediate degreasing and makes your skin look more oily and shiny than before. Starting out with no prior skincare experience, Glenn and Shannon began researching and experimenting to develop their own mud mask formula. They found their secret ingredient with green tea leaves, whose skin-brightening qualities were enhanced when steeped in mud.

Plus, you’ll find kaolin clay and activated charcoal in several GlamGlow mask products, such as the popular GlamGlow Supermud Mask and GlamGlow Youthmud mask. Kaolin has excellent absorption properties, which means this clay can absorb excess oil from the pores and help to reduce shine. A charcoal face mask that is said to lift dirt, toxins, and excess oil from pores and loosen dead skin cells to exfoliate and sweep them away, leaving fresh, smooth skin behind

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One FlashMud buyer noted that, while she liked the results of the mask, “ The exfoliant beads are quite rough. It hurt my face even though I rubbed super gently to get it off…this thing is [also] HEAVILY SCENTED…I end up with a migraine every time I use it…A mask should be an enjoyable experience, not ending with popping a Tylenol.”

Is it all clear skies in Glamglow world, then? Well, there were a few dark clouds on this sunny day. The most common repeated complaint was that the products were too potent, causing discomfort and irritation. In our opinion, GlamGlow Skincare products deliver value for money, but take a look at other brands that don’t require you to sacrifice your precious money.Founded in 2011 by the husband-and-wife team of Glenn and Shannon Dellimore, Glamglow was inspired, as are all great things, by Keanu Reeves. Meeting the star at a Hollywood party, the Dellimores were intrigued when Reeves said he was looking for an all-in-one skincare treatment that would give instant results. Key ingredients include dimethicone, synthetic emollients, jojoba oil, shea butter, vitamin E, and sodium hyaluronate A 2018 study by Women’s Voices for the Earth discovered that in over 3,000 chemicals reportedly used for fragrances, 1,242 were chemicals of concern – and that included at least 7 possible carcinogenic (cancer-causing) agents. Fragrance ingredients also have the potential to cause skin irritation and sensitivity. Where to Buy GlamGlow Products? According to a publication in the journal International Geology Review, “The high adsorption and absorption capacities, cation exchange capacity, as well as the extremely fine particle size of certain clays, e.g. smectites (expandable clay minerals) and kaolin group minerals are important reasons why these minerals are used to remove oils, secretions, toxins, and contaminants from the skin.”