The GlowGetters Guide

When you were young and felt like you were getting a cold, your parents may have suggested you drink orange juice. Have you ever wondered why? Orange juice is an excellent source of Vitamin C. When incorporated into your diet, Vitamin C has a host of benefits, including boosting your immune system. However, Vitamin C also has a range of benefits when applied topically as a part of your daily skincare routine. This article explores...

Over the past few months, we’ve been inundated with conversations surrounding COVID-19, social injustice, racism and the upcoming presidential election. In the midst of all this, some beauty brands have seen steady - if not increased - sales growth. This puts the beauty industry at a unique position in which it can help affect true change. Consumers aren’t just watching brands to make better purchasing decisions that align with their principles, but believing the beauty/cosmetic...

Is your skin oily, dry or combination? It's critical to know your unique skin needs so you can purchase and use the correct products. Not sure how to determine your skin type? No problem, we’re going to help you figure it out! Get to Know the Skin Type Categories First things first, let’s gain a better understanding of the skin type categories. Generally, you’ll find that there are four different skin types that skincare professionals...

Last year, we shared with glowgetters™ that Allure Magazine revealed its 2019 Best of Beauty Awards and that Urban Skin Rx® made the list. Out of the 34 products, our Combination Skin Cleansing Bar was recognized as one of the best available on the skincare market! Since then, the recognitions, accolades and partnerships have been steadily rolling in and that’s why we’re even more hyped to announce that we’ve been crowned with the opportunity to...

If you’re the type who wants to wash your face the moment you see anything about perfecting your skincare routine, get ready to pull out all your favorite products. Today, we’re talking about exfoliating! Exfoliation is achieved in two ways: by physically scrubbing the surface of your skin or by using a chemical (acid) exfoliant. In this article, we’re addressing your burning questions: What is exfoliation? How do physical and chemical exfoliants differ? Which is...

  Honey, if you haven’t been making self-care a priority during quarantine, now’s the time to get started! September is Self-Care Awareness Month. This month exists to remind us of the extraordinary mental, emotional and physical importance of self-care. All the skincare products you’ve ignored, the “me time” you’ve pushed to the side and the staycations you haven’t planned (even in the comfort of your own home) are waiting for you to make a date...

Six months ago, who would’ve guessed we’d be dealing with two pandemics - one of racism and social injustice, and one of the body, COVID-19. Yet, here we are and both are being amplified by the upcoming presidential election Tuesday, November 3. According to research, “Black people were three times more likely than white people to contract the coronavirus, six times more likely to be hospitalized as a result and twice as likely to die...

It’s no secret that the skincare industry hasn’t always put melanin-rich skin at the center of conversation or innovation. In fact, any products that were formulated to address concerns that disproportionately affect melanated skin came so late to the game that it felt like those with diverse skin tones were simply a footnote. As the industry has continued to change and the voices of the underrepresented are starting to be heard, brands like Urban Skin...