The GlowGetters Guide

Look, we get it—you spend your whole life in this body. It’s hard not to over-analyze everything about it. Especially with the constant pressure of social media, where everyone seems to be perfectly posed in a private jet somewhere and also wearing a bikini. Which… Well, let’s not get into it. The point is, any little imperfection can very easily start to feel like something major and serious when it’s simply not. A great example...

Dark spots. Signs of aging. Post-acne scarring and overall unevenness. The struggle is real when it comes to your skin. And if these concerns concern you, we hear you glowgetter™ and most importantly, we’re here for you! The first step to even tone skin is to identify what’s causing the unevenness and to take preventive measures. Sun exposure is a common cause of dark marks. Make sure that you wear a broad spectrum sunscreen with...

  Since our formation, the mission at Urban Skin Rx has been to recognize, represent and advocate for accessible clinical skincare for diverse skin tones with the greater goal to create a world in which we can all feel beautiful, confident and empowered by the skin we're in. In this blog post, we’re focusing on accessibility. Creating the most innovative clinical skincare products on the market for diverse skin tones is only as beneficial as...

Do you struggle with melasma? In honor of Melasma Awareness Month, our founder and CEO, Rachel Roff, wanted to share with glowgetters™ her challenges with this unique skin condition. As a bonus, she offers insight into what melasma is, its causes and, of course, solutions that will help you discover the even-looking and glowing skin you’ve always wanted! “As the CEO and Founder of a major skincare brand and Licensed Aesthetician, everyone expects me to...

If you have oily, blemish-prone skin, the thought of choosing a sunscreen may make you cringe. Will it make your skin feel greasy and even more oily? Will it cause a breakout? Should you choose a mineral or chemical formula? Mineral sunscreen is a great choice if you battle breakouts and are looking for highly effective sun protection. Choosing the right sunscreen formula is all about how each sunscreen works. Chemical sunscreens convert UV rays...

You’ve probably heard the saying ‘the best defense is a good offense.’ When it comes to your skin, this is very true! If you want to defend your skin against dark spots and the signs of aging, you need this skincare powerhouse in your arsenal. We’re talking about Vitamin C, of course! Vitamin C, sometimes considered the holy grail of skincare, is a potent antioxidant that brightens skin and improves the look of hyperpigmentation, discoloration,...

If you’ve ever gotten a facial or medspa treatment, you know firsthand how relaxing it feels, but also how they can produce almost an immediate glow! Well, lean in close because this tea is hot. We’ve got four tried and true at-home facials that offer similar results to a professional treatment for more than just your face! Throughout quarantine, we had to get creative with how we helped our glowgetters™ boost their glow at home!...

You may not be competing this summer, but that doesn’t mean you aren’t going to try to medal while embracing physical activity in the summer sun! Before hitting the pool, park or field, make sure you and your skin are prepped and ready. Don’t know where to start? We’ve got glowgetter™ inside tips for maintaining a healthy glow when you’re working out in the summer sun. TIP #1 Make SPF your BFF The “golden rule”...