Quality is important to us. At Glowmedica, we source only the finest ingredients that has beneficial skin properties. Our products contains natural, scientifically-proven actives and ingredients in their purest, most concentrated form. Our plant extracts are cold processed using a special technique to preserve its bio-active properties to ensure maximum performance. Our products are full of antioxidants to prevent aging.  For your reference, we've compiled a list of some of the ingredients used in our products.
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Almond Oil | Prunus amygdalus

Almond oil is rich in vitamins such as E, A and D, has antioxidant properties, and is a good moisturizer.

Aloe Vera | Aloe barbandosis

Aloe is known for its excellent hydrating, softening and soothing qualities.

Alpha Lipoic Acid | (Thiotic Acid)

A natural substance found in certain foods such as spinach and broccoli and produced in the human body. It has antioxidant properties for fighting free radicals. 

Amber Granules | Pinus succinifera

​Amber is a fossilized resin coming from forests of Pinus succinifera, a Jurassic European conifer tree.  It is used as a natural physical exfoliating agent, and accelerates skin desquamation to improve skin appearance. Its size and smoothly rounded shape make it suitable for mild face exfoliation as well as body use.

Antarcticine® | Pseudoalteromonas antarctica 

Antarcticine® is a glycoprotein sourced from the Antarctic Ocean that protects the skin from dryness and helps improve the skin's appearance. 

Apricot Kernel Oil | ​Prunus armeniaca

Similar to almond oil, apricot kernel oil has antioxidant properties and is a good emollient for the skin. 

​Aquaxyl™ | (Xylitylglucoside + Anhydroxylitol + Xylitol) 

AQUAXYL™ is a hyaluronic acid booster. It optimizes the circulation of water throughout all layers of the skin, and may limit water loss. 

Argireline® ​

Argireline® (Acetyl Hexapeptide-8) is a peptide whose chemical structure is a shortened fragment of Botox®. It is a  peptide that reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

​Bisabolol

Usually extracted from chamomile, bisbalol works as a skin conditioning agent. It enhances the appearance of dehydrated or damaged skin by reducing dry flaking and restoring suppleness to the skin. 

Chamomile Extract | Chamomilla recutita

Chamomile extract is naturally derived from the chamomile flower and is traditionally known for its skin soothing properties. It has antioxidant activities as well. 

Coco-Glucoside

A mixture of fatty alcohol derived from coconut oil and fruit sugar (glucose), and chiefly functions as a cleansing agent that is very mild and skin-friendly. 

​Coenzyme-Q10 | Ubiquinone

CoQ10 is a present in all human cells and has anti-aging effects. Topical application of CoQ10 has antioxidant effects.

Emblica | Indian Gooseberry

Emblica is an  important medicinal plant in Ayurveda, or Traditional Indian Medicine that has antioxidant effects.

​Glycerin

Glycerin is a substance found naturally in skin which helps maintain the outer skin barrier and prevents dryness or scaling.

​Glycolic Acid

Glycolic Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid derived from sugar cane and helps exfoliate the skin to improve acne and photodamaged skin.

Grapefruit Extract | Citrus paradisi

Grapefruit is rich in vitamins A, C, E and antioxidants that nourish and protect the skin from free radical damage. It also has  essential phytonutrients such as lycopene, beta-carotene, and bioflavonoids that promote cellular health.

Green Tea Extract | Camellia sinensis

Green tea extract is high in antioxidants. The topical use of green tea helps to promote the health of collagen, thereby helping with skin appearance.

​Honey

Substance produced by bees from the nectar of flowering plants. Honey is used in skincare for its amino acid, peptide, and vitamin content. Honey is a humectant to moisturize the skin, and also functions as an antioxidant. 

Iris Root Extract | Iris florentina

Iris root extract is rich in natural isoflavones and has astringent properties. It may help to improve skin oiliness.

Jojoba Oil | Simmondsia chinenis

Jojoba oil may enhance skin’s barrier-repair properties.  

Loquat Extract | Eriobotrya japonica 

Extract derived from a subtropical flower that has antioxidant properties similar to those of green tea.

Marigold Seed Oil | Calendula officinalis 

Calendula ​seed extracts have antioxidant properties and is used to condition the skin. 

Matrixyl® 3000 | Palmitoyl Oligopeptide + Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

Matrixyl 3000 is a combination of two peptides that work  synergistically to restore and maintain the skin's youthful appearance by promoting new collagen synthesis.

Neroli Flower Extract | Citrus aurantium

Extracted from the bitter orange flower, neroli oil helps improve skin health by regenerating and keeping your skin elastic, preventing the appearance of stretch marks, improving acne, and reducing the appearance of scars.

Olive Oil Soap (Sodium Olivate) | Olea europea

Olive oil helps break down dirt and residue and nourishes and calms the skin. It has antioxidant properties and is beneficial for dry skin because of its fatty acid content. Studies show that topically applied olive oil can protect against UVB damage.

Red Tea Extract | Aspalathus Linearis 

Rooibos, or red tea, is a plant found in South Africa that is abundant in antioxidants including the enzyme super oxide dismutase which prevents free radicals from destroying skin cells. 

Resveratrol

Resveratrol is found in nearly 70 plants, most notably in the skin and seeds of grapes, berries, red wine, jackfruit, and pomegranate. It is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to treat certain skin conditions. It contains potent antioxidant characteristics.

​Retinol

​Retinol is one of the most studied anti-aging skincare ingredient, and its use helps decrease the appearance of fine lines. 

Rose Hip Seed Oil | Rosa rubginosa

Contains an extremely antioxidant-rich source of Vitamin C, containing ten times the amount in oranges. It also has Vitamins A, B, B2, E, K, and P as well as iron and copper compounds. It helps brighten and protect the skin. 

Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acids

A foaming surfactant derived from amino acids found in apple juice that is gentle for the skin and the environment

Sarcosine

An amino acid that helps reduce the production of sebum and matifies the skin.

Seaweed Extract | Chondrus crispus

Extract of the Irish moss seaweed contains proteins, vitamin A, vitamin B1, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, copper, and calcium. These are beneficial for skin as emollients and antioxidants. It is also used as thickening agents and water-binding agents.

Shea Butter | Vitellaria paradoxa

Shea butter is a plant lipid extracted from the nut of the Shea tree that grows wild in Central Africa. Shea butter is a rich source of antioxidants, and is used as an emollient in cosmetics to protect skin from harsh environments such as cold, dry winters and hot summer sun. 

​Sodium Hyaluronate

An excellent humectant and emollient, it moisturizes, lubricates and soothes skin. This ingredient holds 1000 times its own weight in moisture binding effects. 

Soy Extract

Potent antioxidant agent for skin that is high in isoflavones.  Soy is one of many phytochemicals that are biologically active against free radicals.

Sunflower Seed Oil | Helianthus annus

Sunflower seed oil has the ability to help repair skin’s barrier and is used as an emollient in cosmetics. It is a rich source of fatty acids that skin can use, including linoleic acid, and is excellent for dry skin. 

​Vitamin A 

Vitamin A is found in leafy green vegetables, orange and yellow vegetables, tomato products, fruits, and some vegetable oils that is rich in antioxidants.

Vitamin C | Ascorbic Acid

Vitamin C is one of the most well-researched and beneficial vitamins you can apply topically. Ongoing use has been shown to improve fine lines and reduce the appearance of skin discolorations.

​Vitamin E | Tocopherol

Vitamin E is derived from vegetable oils or wheat germ and helps reduce skin damage, fight free radicals, and maintain even skin tone.

​Zinc Oxide

Zinc Oxide is EWG’s (Environmental Working Group) first choice for sun protection. It is stable in sunlight and can provide greater protection from UVA rays than titanium oxide or any other sunscreen chemical approved in the U.S.