The GLOWBIOTICS Glossary: An A-Z of Our Key Ingredients
At GLOWBIOTICS, we are committed to creating formulas that are both safe and highly effective. We believe that knowledge is power, and understanding the ingredients in your skincare is the first step toward achieving your healthiest glow. That's why we've created this glossary, a simple, A-Z guide to the innovative technologies and powerhouse ingredients you'll find in our products.
Our Core Technologies
These are the unique, proprietary complexes that make our formulas so effective.
Probiotic Derived Bioactives
Non-living molecules from body friendly bacteria help to create the appearance of healthy, resilient skin, while increasing the skin's ability to protect and defend from environmental insult.
Featured In: Probiotic Multi-Brightening Anti-Aging Cream | Gentle Probiotic Calming Lotion | Probiotic Instant Resurfacing Pads | Probiotic HydraGlow Illuminating Serum
Smart Retinoid Complex
A proprietary complex that combines two high performance retinoids in an effective and safe delivery system to increase skin's natural production of essential anti-aging proteins, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles with virtually zero irritation.
Featured In: Ultimate Youth Restoring Serum
Smart Peptide 189
A lipo-oligopeptide that reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by supporting the production of retinoid boosting enzymes, which increases the performance of retinoids found in a formulation.
Featured In: Probiotic Revitalizing Cleanser | Ultimate Youth Restoring Serum | Probiotic Multi-Brightening Anti-Aging Cream
A-Z Ingredient Spotlight
Aloe Vera
A miracle beauty herb that helps in increasing blood circulation and provides nourishment. It also gives relief to insect bites, acne, sunburns, rashes, and other topical conditions.
Azelaic Acid
A naturally occurring acid found in grains. Used for its antibacterial and anti-inflammation properties, it helps combat bacteria and treat mild acne.
Beta Glucan 1, 3
Derived from yeast, it is able to penetrate the skin to help stimulate collagen deposition and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
Caffeine
Helps constrict blood vessels to reduce redness and is also known to reduce puffiness, especially around the eyes.
Ceramides
Naturally present in the skin, Ceramides are essential lipids that form a protective barrier to prevent water loss and repair the outer layers of the skin.
Glycolic Acid
An Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) that promotes exfoliation and encourages cell turnover to help even out skin tone and minimize fine lines.
Green Tea Extract
A multi-functional ingredient known for its significant antioxidant activity that helps prevent free radical damage. It is also known to reduce inflammation and inhibit the breakdown of collagen.
Hyaluronic Acid
A moisturizing ingredient that acts as a “water magnet” to provide smoothness and softness. It has excellent anti-wrinkle effects and promotes growth of new skin cells.
Lactic Acid
A gentle Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) that is both richly moisturizing and highly effective at exfoliating dead skin cells without provoking skin irritation.
Niacinamide
Also known as Vitamin B3, this powerhouse ingredient improves skin structure, tackles hyperpigmentation, boosts hydration, and regulates oil.
Retinol
A skin revitalizer that enhances radiance and treats conditions associated with aging such as wrinkles and fine lines, as well as dermatological disorders including acne and rosacea.
Safflower Oil
A natural moisturizing agent that helps maintain elasticity. Safflower Oil has the highest amount of Ceramides compared to other natural oils, helping to restore the skin's barrier system.
Salicylic Acid
Also referred to as Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA), this multifunctional ingredient addresses many causes of acne. It has the ability to exfoliate inside the pore, making it effective for reducing blemishes.
Shea Butter
Protects the skin from dehydration, restores suppleness, and can improve the appearance of dry, irritated skin.
Titanium Dioxide
A natural earth mineral and physical sunscreen ingredient that sits on the skin's surface to reflect harmful UVA and UVB rays.
Vitamin C
A natural antioxidant that has been shown to reduce melanin formation and provide a skin brightening effect when applied topically.
Vitamin E
A powerful natural antioxidant that promotes moisturization and helps protect the skin from free radical damage and premature aging.
Zinc Oxide
A key ingredient in sunscreen, it is known for its superior sun protection capabilities. It is the safest and most effective ingredient that protects the skin against long wave UVA rays.
Want to learn about ingredients we never use in our formulas? Read our guide on What Ingredients Should I Avoid and Why.