A Closer Look at Beauty of Joseon’s Glow Serum
Originally formulated to soothe acne-prone skin, the Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum has earned widespread acclaim across all skin types, hailed as a K-Beauty secret to achieving "honey skin."
This remarkable serum features a blend of powerful ingredients: propolis, known for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory benefits; niacinamide, a hero for brightening and revitalizing skin; and antioxidant-rich turmeric. Together, these ingredients work to calm flare-ups, brighten, revive, hydrate, promote cell turnover, and protect your skin from damage. This gentle formula contains no added fragrances, alcohol, parabens, or sulfates, minimizing potential irritants and allergic reactions.
By incorporating effective, well-researched ingredients like propolis and turmeric, which are not always common in Western beauty products, this Glow Serum offers you a direct experience of the latest trends and innovations in Korean skincare.
The Glow Serum sounds impressive, and it's even a 2021 Soko Glam Best of K-Beauty Award Winner®! Let's see how it performed on dry, stressed skin.
Does the Glow Serum Live Up to Its Promises?
By the time the Glow Serum arrived, my combination skin had unfortunately devolved into a state of stress-induced breakouts and dry patches. This "honey skin" serum certainly had its work cut out for it.
I decided to incorporate the Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum into my nighttime routine. This allowed me to keep it separate from other niacinamide-rich products I enjoy using in the morning, as layering too many niacinamide products can sometimes cause irritation or pilling. Before applying the Glow Serum each night, I prepped my skin with a gentle cleanser and a hydrating toner, focusing on boosting moisture.
Then came the application of the hydrating and repairing Glow Serum. Much like Beauty of Joseon's Revive Serum, this formula has a thicker consistency and a beautiful golden tint that feels incredibly luxurious. Due to its viscosity, it takes a little longer to fully absorb into the skin.
Immediately after application, the serum made my skin look noticeably plumper and glowier. This "instant" effect is likely thanks to the Glow Serum's thicker texture delivering intense hydration through glycerin, a humectant that helps your skin retain moisture.
Now, let's talk about the serum's long-term effects.
After four weeks of consistent nighttime use, I saw a dramatic reduction in the dry patches that had plagued my cheeks and nose. My skin also appeared more balanced and significantly brighter.
The Glow Serum effectively addressed both my oily T-zone and dehydrated cheeks. The niacinamide in the formula truly excelled at brightening and reducing sebum. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation from past blemishes was almost undetectable, and my previously oily T-zone was now glowing, not greasy. I believe the propolis and glycerin worked together to combat the seasonal redness and dryness on the sides of my nose and cheeks, as they are now completely gone.
The verdict? This serum will definitely be a staple on my beauty counter throughout the fall and winter.
Beauty of Joseon's philosophy of drawing inspiration from the past to shape the future of skincare is truly inspiring and, most importantly, incredibly effective! This product, along with its sister serum, Beauty of Joseon's Revive Serum, has now earned a permanent spot in my skincare routine, likely extending far beyond the colder months.
Ready to experience the transformative power of the Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum for yourself?
