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The Story of Glow — an Anne Semonin skincare icon

29/07/2024

Glow does more than enhance your complexion. This skincare product has a unique formula designed to illuminate, moisturize, and protect the skin. It was developed in 2018 by Aline Marcadet, owner of the Anne Semonin brand, specifically for her fiance, who suffers from sun intolerance. Initially, Glow was intended for personal use only, yet as it showed unrivalled results, it was soon added to the Anne Semonin range. Here's a closer look at Glow’s success story!

Glow: a versatile skincare solution with a multitude of benefits

There are innumerable reasons Glow has become one of Anne Semonin’s most popular products. This skincare essential not only improves skin radiance but also hydrates and protects the epidermis. Awarded by the prestigious Beauty Bible Awards in the Skin Essence category, it is an exclusive hybrid product that combines the benefits of skincare with next-generation makeup.

Glow's unique formula is undoutedly the secret to its success. It contains vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals that nourish and protect the skin. Glow maintains hydration, guards against premature skin ageing, improves the complexion, and delivers an immediate healthy glow. The results, in a nutshell? Stunning!

Glow: how does it work?

Glow's unique two-phase formula, free of self-tanner, is key to its effectiveness. It combines a nourishing oil base with apricot kernel, tomato seed, and buriti oils, which provide deep hydration and nourishment, and a vitamin-rich water phase with acerola extract and orange natural water, rich in antioxidants and beta-carotene. Glow contains light-reflecting and correcting pigments for improved, noticeable radiance.

Glow: who is it for, and when should you use it?

Glow is a versatile 2-in-1 makeup and skincare product available in one shade that suits all skin types, from the palest to the darkest. How? Simply adjust the shade by applying a small amount and gradually increase until you achieve your desired tone. This way, you can customize the product to match your skin tone perfectly.

Glow is perfect for any season and occasion. In winter, it instantly boosts skin radiance and improves your complexion — the ideal antidote to a pale and tired complexion. In summer, it evens out your tan and prolongs it. No matter when you use it, the result is the same: natural, matte, and luminous skin without greasiness or colour transfer to clothes. Glow provides an immediate natural glow, making it a must-have for those who love the no-makeup look or seek instant radiance for an evening out. Although Aline Marcadet created Glow for personal use, she quickly discovered it to be a beauty secret made for sharing!

Glow: how to use it

Using Glow is a breeze! Just shake the bottle to mix the two phases, apply a small amount onto a cotton pad, and gently spread it over your face, neck, and décolleté. Repeat until you achieve your desired shade. For best results, apply Glow after your serum or cream on cleansed skin. Cleanse your skin with Oligo Cleansing Gel (for those who prefer water-based cleansing) or Botanical Milk, followed by Botanical Toner.

Our Beauty Tip: For fans of Anne Semonin Mixology, mix Glow with your daily cream in your hand until you achieve the desired shade. Its formula does not contain a self-tanner, so the product is removed easily with a cleanser or makeup remover. Nevertheless, be sure to wash your hands after application.