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These are the musings of Carmine Montalto, NYC-based writer, skincare junkie and brand guru. The former copywriter at Kiehl’s, Carmine has more than 25 years of experience in beauty. Through the Skincarma Blog, he puts all of his product wisdom to work demystifying the ever-evolving world of skin care. 

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PRODUCT REVIEW: THE GLOW MAKER THE GLOW MAKER | 1% BAKUCHIOL FACIAL NIGHT OIL – RETINOL ALTERNATIVE ONE OF THE BEST ANTI-AGING SERUMS

PRODUCT REVIEW: THE GLOW MAKER THE GLOW MAKER | 1% BAKUCHIOL FACIAL NIGHT OIL – RETINOL ALTERNATIVE ONE OF THE BEST ANTI-AGING SERUMS

THE GLOW MAKER | 1% BAKUCHIOL FACIAL NIGHT OIL

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This review was originally part of my blog article titled, “Brands I Love: The Glow Maker Antioxidant Serums and Anti-Aging Facial Skincare.” You can still catch the full piece here.

Okay, you know what a big fan of Bakuchiol I am. After all, I named a Bakuchiol serum the Skincarma Product of the Year! If you didn’t catch that article, feel free to read it here.

As I’ve said 87 times before, Bakuchiol is a proven alternative to Retinol. And, if you’re not a Retinol lover (I’m not!), but want the anti-aging benefits of Retinol, then Bakuchiol is your knight in shining armor. Not only is it a legit replacement for a Retinol treatment, but if you’re accustomed to the potent Vitamin A extract, you know it’s best to use it on alternating nights, rather than daily. So, if you love your Retinol, consider a Bakuchiol serum on those off-nights.

And The Glow Maker’s 1% Bakuchiol Facial Night Oil is one of the best options available today!

Bakuchiol products come in many forms. There are pulpy serums like Herbivore’s Bakuchiol Retinol Alternative Serum. There are creams like the Bakuchiol moisturizer from one of my fave indie brands, The Inkey List. And, there are facial oils as with the BYBI Beauty Bakuchiol Booster and The Glow Maker’s 1% Bakuchiol Facial Night Oil. The 96% organic formula is an antioxidant powerhouse with Astaxanthin, Coenzyme Q10, Ginger Root Extract and Curcumin (Turmeric Root).

In addition to the antioxidant extracts, there are numerous non-fragrant plant oils that deeply nourish, moisturize, replenish and soothe the skin. Among them, the anti-aging stars Rosehip Seed Oil, Prickly Pear Seed Oil, and Grape Seed Oil.

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**WATCH MY VIDEO REVIEW OF THE GLOW MAKER’S ANTIOXIDANT SERUMS AND ANTI-AGING FACIAL SKINCARE ON MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE.**


All of those oils give it a super nourishing, rich and silky texture that makes the perfect final facial treatment to round off a PM regimen. It’s particularly valuable in the colder winter months here in New York. Instead of waking up looking dry and dehydrated, my complexion appears healthy, vibrant and not the least bit beaten down by the winter cold.

Reflecting back on my initial deep dive into Bakuchiol, were I to perform a fresh assessment of the Bakuchiol options on the market currently, I would consider The Glow Maker’s 1% Bakuchiol Facial Night Oil among the best available. And at just $30, it’s not just the real deal, but a good deal.


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The Ingredient List of the 1% Bakuchiol Facial Night Oil:

96% Organic / Cold ProcessedKey Ingredients: 1% Bakuchiol (Plant-Base) Retinol Alternative, 1% Alpha Lipoic Acid, Astaxanthin, Coenzyme Q10, Vitamin E (Natural, Non-GMO), Vitamin K2,
Botanical Extracts: Organic Ginger, Organic Curcumin (Standardized to 95%), Rosemary Oleoresin
Natural Oils: Organic, Cold Pressed Rosehip Seed Oil, Organic, Cold Pressed Prickly Pear Seed Oil, Organic, Cold Pressed Blackberry Seed Oil, Organic, Cold Pressed Apricot Kernel Oil, Organic, Cold Pressed Grape Seed Oil, Organic, Cold Pressed Borage Seed Oil (Standardized to 18% Gamma Linolenic Acid), Organic, Cold Pressed Evening Primrose Seed Oil (Standardized to 10% Gamma Linolenic Acid), Organic, Cold Pressed Sunflower Seed Oil (high linoleic variety)

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PRODUCT REVIEW: THE GLOW MAKER 20% VITAMIN C FACIAL SERUM – ONE OF THE BEST BRIGHTENING SERUMS

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