When formulating our Glow Up Face Mask, our goal was to deliver salon-quality results right to your doorstep.
Understanding the unique needs of skin of colour, which can be sensitive to certain AHA’s, we carefully formulated our product. We opted for lactic and gluconolactone as our primary ingredients, supplemented by a touch of glycolic acid for enhanced penetration without causing irritation.
Additionally, we infused the mask with skin-brightening agents and soothing, hydrating ingredients, ensuring a rejuvenating experience with every use.
The benefits include:
- It removes dead skin cells by gently exfoliating, revealing smoother skin.
- It clears clogged pores, eliminating dirt and impurities for a clearer complexion.
- It improves skin texture, leaving skin feeling noticeably softer and more refined with regular use.
- It enhances radiance, thanks to brightening ingredients that impart a healthier-looking glow.
- It prepares the skin for better absorption of subsequent skincare products, optimizing their effectiveness.
- It helps to even out skin tone, reducing the appearance of hyperpigmentation and dark spots.
- It promotes cell turnover, leading to fresher, more youthful-looking skin.
- It soothes and calms irritated skin, making it ideal for sensitive skin types.
- It minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, resulting in a smoother complexion.
- It boosts collagen production, improving skin elasticity and firmness over time.
Meet the Top Dogs
Lactic Acid
Lactic acid, an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), is renowned for its gentle exfoliating properties. Due to its larger molecular size, it penetrates the skin slowly and gently, making it suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. It effectively removes dead skin cells, promotes skin renewal, stimulates collagen production, and hydrates the skin, resulting in smoother, brighter, and more radiant skin overall.
Gluconolactone
Gluconolactone is a type of polyhydroxy acid (PHA). It is widely recognised for its gentle exfoliating properties. With a larger molecular size compared to some other acids, it penetrates the skin gradually, making it suitable for all skin types, especially sensitive skin. Gluconolactone effectively exfoliates the skin, promoting renewal, enhancing hydration, and improving skin texture.
Glycolic Acid
Glycolic acid is a type of alpha hydroxy acid (AHA). It is celebrated for its potent exfoliating abilities. With a smaller molecular size, it penetrates the skin deeply and effectively, making it suitable for various skin types, although those with sensitive skin may require caution. Glycolic acid efficiently removes dead skin cells, promotes skin renewal, stimulates collagen production, and enhances skin texture. Its powerful exfoliation can reveal smoother, brighter, and more youthful-looking skin.
Turmeric Extract
Turmeric extract is prized for its skin-brightening prowess. Packed with antioxidants, it effectively targets hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone by inhibiting melanin production. Additionally, its anti-inflammatory properties soothe redness and irritation, promoting overall skin health.
Sorbitol
A humectant that helps to attract and retain moisture in the skin, keeping it hydrated and healthy.
Cucumber Extract
Helps to soothe and calm irritated skin, while also providing antioxidant properties that help to protect and nourish your skin.
Allantoin
A soothing ingredient that helps to calm and nourish the skin, leaving it feeling soft, supple, and hydrated.
Glycerin
Helps to hydrate and moisturize the skin, leaving it feeling soft, supple, and smooth.
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SKIN TYPES
This product is suitable for individuals with normal, oily, or combination skin types. However, individuals with dry or sensitive skin types may find this concentration of AHAs too strong and may experience dryness, redness, or irritation. It is important to start with a lower concentration of AHAs, such as our 3% glycolic acid or 5% lactic acid and gradually work your way up to this face mask. Individuals with a damaged skin barrier should not use this product. It should also not be used on open wounds and sores.
It is important to always patch test any new skincare product before applying it all over your face.
HOW TO DO A PATCH TEST
Performing a patch test is a crucial step when introducing a new skincare product to your routine, as it can help you to determine whether the product is safe for your skin and whether you may have an adverse reaction to it. Here are the steps for performing a patch test:
- Choose a small area of skin on your inner forearm or behind your ear that is easily accessible and not visible.
- Apply a small amount of the product to the area and spread it evenly. You can use a cotton swab or your finger to do this.
- Wait for at least 24-48 hours and observe the area for any signs of redness, itching, swelling, or irritation. It is normal to experience a slight tingling or itchiness with our Glow Up Face Mask but if the reaction is severe, remove the product immediately and rinse the area with cool water.
- If you do not experience any adverse reactions after 24-48 hours, it is likely safe to use the product on your face.
HOW TO USE
Before using the Glow Up Face Mask, make sure your face is clean and free from makeup and other impurities.
Apply a thin layer of the mask to your face, avoiding the eye area.
Leave on for 15 Minutes- 30 minutes at most especially if you are new to chemical exfoliating masks.
Usage: Only use once a week. A mild tingling sensation can be expected when the mask is applied. However, if you find that your skin stings or burns, wash out the product immediately with cold water. Do not let it get into your eyes.
SUNBURN ALERT
This product may increase your skin’s sensitivity to the sun. Use sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product.
PRODUCT SIZE
30 grams
INCI
Aqua, Lactic Acid , Gluconolactone, Glycerin, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Sorbitol, Turmeric Extract, Cucumber Extract, Liquid Germall Plus, Allantoin
SHIPPING
At present we ship throughout South Africa only. We use the delivery service provided by Courier Guy. Shipping costs a flat rate of R100. Shipping is free for order over R800. Please allow two to seven working days for your order to reach you.
DISCLAIMER
This product has been tried and tested. ShaRique Skin is not responsible for any individual adverse reaction to the use of its products. The use of all products is solely at the end user’s risk.
