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Sorry Mom, I’m updating the skincare manual you gave me
published on 23/05/2025

SORRY MOM,

I’m updating the skincare manual you gave me

SORRY MOM, I’m updating the skincare manual you gave me

Camille, 27, Parisian, cool kid rediscovering the basics.

I grew up watching my mom apply the same cream every night, no matter the season, mood, or breakout. It was simple, comforting, and smelled like home. But somewhere between TikTok chaos and my own skin barrier having an existential crisis, I realized: the manual needed an update.

Sorry Mom , I still love your glow, but I’m rewriting the rules for mine.

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Your glow’s not gone.  It’s just seasonal.
published on 23/05/2025

YOUR GLOW'S NOT GONE

It’s just seasonal.

YOUR GLOW'S NOT GONE It’s just seasonal.

By Lisa, someone who only trusts two things: her intuition and her skin in spring.

You know the feeling. One day your skin is radiant, calm, balanced, you’re basically the main character of your own morning routine. Two weeks later? Dull. Tight. Confused. Breaking out in places you forgot existed. Your first instinct is to blame your serum, your pillowcase, Mercury in retrograde, or maybe all three. But here’s a quiet truth no one tells you: your skin isn’t “acting up.” It’s just trying to keep up with the weather.

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Your night routine deserves main character energy
published on 23/05/2025

YOUR NIGHT ROUTINE

deserves main character energy

YOUR NIGHT ROUTINE deserves main character energy

By Jade, not the best at texting back, but never skips her serum.

I used to think skincare ended when the sun went down. Cleanser if I remembered, maybe a bit of moisturizer if my skin felt tight, and then straight to bed, usually scrolling until I passed out mid-video, mascara still on, dreams loading. The idea that my skin was actually doing something while I slept? Never crossed my mind. And yet… that’s when everything started to change.

Because here’s the plot twist: your skin doesn’t sleep when you do. It works overtime. Quietly. Consistently. Every night. And the way you treat it before bed? That sets the tone for the next 8 hours. Your glow doesn’t happen by chance. It’s the result of what happens after the routine, after the lights are off, after the world stops watching.

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Romanticizing my routine, Because my dating life isn’t giving
published on 23/05/2025

ROMANTICIZING MY ROUTINE

Because my dating life isn’t giving

ROMANTICIZING MY ROUTINE Because my dating life isn’t giving

By Ashey, a serial skincare lover

Like walking away from people who were bad for their skin (and their cortisol levels).

My dating life? Let’s just say it’s under review. But my skin? Glowing. Dewy. Slightly obsessed with herself.

I used to think self-care was something you did after the chaos. Now it’s my baseline. My version of romance isn’t roses : it’s a glowy skin routine with Korean skincare-inspired steps, a jelly-textured cleanser that feels like water on silk, and three minutes of eye contact with myself in the mirror.

Because let’s be real: the only “situationship” I want right now is between my moisturizer and my barrier.

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Why does summer always feel like a deadline?
published on 23/05/2025

WHY DOES SUMMER

always feel like a deadline?

WHY DOES SUMMER always feel like a deadline?

By Joy, a realistic skincare addict (and of course Glowery addict!)

Every year around April, the shift begins. People start saying things like “before summer,” “for summer,” or worse : “by summer.” By summer, I’ll have my routine locked in. By summer, I’ll finally feel confident in my body. By summer, my skin will be glowing, obviously.

It’s like June 1st became a personal performance review. And somehow, my skincare routine is supposed to carry the weight of it all.

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My screen time is up,  and so is my texture.
published on 23/05/2025

MY SCREEN TIME IS UP,

and so is my texture.

MY SCREEN TIME IS UP, and so is my texture.

By Lucas, the guy next door

I thought my skin was freaking out for no reason. Turns out, it was just keeping up with my screen time. Between late-night scrolling, work tabs, TikTok skincare tips I’ll never use, and constant notifications, my barrier was like, girl, enough. If your texture is acting up, your glow is glitching, and your face feels... tense? Same.

Let’s talk about how to fix it : gently, and without deleting your entire life.

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Trendsetter Alert: Why jello cream is the next big thing in skincare
published on 09/05/2025

TRENDSETTER ALERT :

Why jello cream is the next big thing in skincare

TRENDSETTER ALERT : Why jello cream is the next big thing in skincare

By Sophie, skincare junkie, glow chaser, texture lover.

What if skincare could actually be fun again? Let’s be honest: when summer approaches, many of us find ourselves growing tired of thick creams and heavy oils that leave our skin feeling weighed down. But what if there was a lighter, fresher way to hydrate, cleanse, and refresh your skin, without sacrificing efficacy? Enter jelly textures.

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Is your skin a reflection of your mindset?  Let’s talk mental health and glow !
published on 09/05/2025

Is your skin a reflection of your mindset?

Let’s talk mental health and glow !

Is your skin a reflection of your mindset? Let’s talk mental health and glow !

By Billy, mindful wanderer, stress-buster, always chasing inner peace.

Let’s talk about something I’ve been thinking a lot about lately: the relationship between our mental health and our skin. Have you ever noticed that when life feels like it’s spiraling, your skin starts acting up? One day you’re glowing, and the next—bam—breakouts and dullness. I know I’m not the only one who’s asked, "Is my skin trying to tell me something?"

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Are we truly doing skincare…  Or just following trends?
published on 09/05/2025

Are we truly doing skincare…

Or just following trends?

Are we truly doing skincare… Or just following trends?

By Sarah, minimalist, skincare lover, always curious. (and Glowery community member!)

We’ve all been there, scrolling through our feeds, seeing influencers apply 8 different products to their face in 5 minutes, then boom, they’re glowing. And suddenly, we feel like we have to try it. After all, everyone’s raving about it. But here’s a question I can’t help but ask: Are we really doing skincare, or are we just following trends?

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Your night skincare routine,  your skin's secret weapon
published on 02/05/2025

Your night skincare routine,

your skin's secret weapon

Your night skincare routine, your skin's secret weapon

By Tom, someone who loves sharing good tips

When the day ends and the world slows down, your skin is entering its most crucial phase: regeneration. It's the time when all the magic happens, the time when your skin can truly reset. But without a proper night routine, you're missing out on your skin's biggest opportunity to heal, restore, and renew.

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Chasing perfection is so last year, why you shouldn’t do it anymore ?
published on 02/05/2025

Chasing perfection is so last year,

why you shouldn’t do it anymore ?

Chasing perfection is so last year, why you shouldn’t do it anymore ?

By Cece, skincare realist and Glowery community member

Ever catch yourself scrolling through Instagram, seeing those glowing, flawless skin moments, and think, "Why doesn’t my skin look like that?" Social media is full of skin goals, perfect routines, and endless skincare hacks. It makes us think we need to do more to get the skin we want. But here’s the thing: striving for perfect skin is not the answer, and it’s time we let go of that pressure.

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Can you trust social media beauty tips ? Let’s separate the trends from the truth
published on 02/05/2025

Can you trust social media beauty tips ?

Let’s separate the trends from the truth

Can you trust social media beauty tips ? Let’s separate the trends from the truth

By Lena, a super engaged dermatology student who loves innovations.

We’ve all fallen into the trap: scrolling through TikTok or Instagram, seeing influencers rave about the latest miracle product or must-try skincare hack. It's fun, it's exciting, and suddenly, we feel the pressure to keep up. But is this constant flow of beauty tips really helping our skin, or are we just getting lost in the noise?

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How skincare became a competitive sport ?  and why we’re opting out
published on 02/05/2025

How skincare became a competitive sport ?

and why we’re opting out

How skincare became a competitive sport ? and why we’re opting out

By Joyce, beauty trends debunker

I felt it instantly: skincare had transformed into a performance. We’re talking ten-step routines, trending actives every week, and a constant flood of skincare advice on TikTok. What should have been a moment of self-care now feels more like an endless to-do list.

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The truth about “Glass Skin”: Why we’re all chasing the wrong glow ?
published on 02/05/2025

THE TRUTH ABOUT “GLASS SKIN”:

Why we’re all chasing the wrong glow ?

THE TRUTH ABOUT “GLASS SKIN”: Why we’re all chasing the wrong glow ?

By Ella, skincare enthusiast

If you’ve scrolled through TikTok or Instagram lately, you’ve probably seen it: the elusive “glass skin” glow that everyone is chasing. But here’s the question: why are we so obsessed with this “perfectly flawless” look, and is it even realistic? It’s time to peel back the layers and look at why we’re chasing the wrong glow, and what we should be focusing on instead.

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5 WAYS TO UNLEARN everything TikTok taught you about your Skincare
published on 02/05/2025

5 WAYS TO UNLEARN

everything TikTok taught you about your Skincare

5 WAYS TO UNLEARN everything TikTok taught you about your Skincare

by Eva, with our lovely dermatologists advices <3

Let’s be honest: if your skincare shelf looks more like a science lab than a bathroom cabinet, you’re not alone. Social media gave us a front-row seat to every influencer’s 17-step glow-up... And somewhere between niacinamide serums and weekly acid peels, we forgot how to just... care for our skin.

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How to break up with the pressure to be “That Girl”
published on 02/05/2025

How to break up with

the pressure to be “That Girl”

How to break up with the pressure to be “That Girl”

by Sophia, a normal girl in the digital multiverse.

She wakes up at 6am. She journals, drinks water with lemon, rolls her face with a jade tool, drinks a green smoothie, does her skincare routine (flawlessly), makes matcha… and somehow also answers emails in a matching workout set. You know her. We all do."That girl.”

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No one talks about what it’s like to have skin that changes monthly
Glowery’s team, from left to right side of the picture : Alison Midory - head of product ; Julia Gualini - social media manager ; Alexandra Kolasinski - founder & CEO ; Lou Berchot - Marketing Manager.
published on 02/05/2025

No one talks about

what it’s like to have skin that changes monthly

No one talks about what it’s like to have skin that changes monthly

by Leonie, someone without a “mega super perfect glow” everyday

You didn’t switch products. You didn’t mess up your routine. But somehow, your skin’s doing its own thing, again. One day, you’re glowing. The next, you’re dry, blotchy, breaking out. What gives? Well, blame your hormones, not yourself. And trust us, you’re so not the only one.

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Beauty Culture is evolving. Let’s not leave our mental health behind.
published on 02/05/2025

Beauty Culture is evolving.

Let’s not leave our mental health behind.

Beauty Culture is evolving. Let’s not leave our mental health behind.

by Sasha, student at La Sorbonne - in Paris.

Beauty culture is evolving, but why does it feel like everyone’s telling us how to be beautiful, except ourselves? Between viral skincare trends and “effortless beauty” all over social media, we forget the most important thing: self-care is about FEELING GOOD, not fitting into an imposed ideal. What if we decided we’re already beautiful just as we areand stopped chasing a standard that doesn’t even reflect us?

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The one product you should never skip
published on 02/05/2025

The one product

you should never skip

The one product you should never skip

by Sam with the kind support of our french dermatologist.

The truth about SPF: It’s not just for sunny days. We’re told to wear SPF every day, but how many of us actually know why? Sunscreen isn’t just about avoiding sunburn, it’s your skin’s first line of defense against aging, hyperpigmentation, and even skin cancer. So why does it still feel like a “maybe” step in our routine?

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The Rise of 'Quiet Luxury' in Beauty
published on 02/05/2025

The Rise of

'Quiet Luxury' in Beauty

The Rise of 'Quiet Luxury' in Beauty

by Julia, a very passionates girlie on the beauty market.

Quiet luxury isn’t just about what you wear, it’s about how you take care of yourself. In a world of skincare overload, where more is often seen as better, the rise of quiet luxury in beauty is challenging us to rethink how we approach our routines. It’s not about the latest trendy product, but about quality over quantity, efficacy over hype, and learning to embrace a beauty routine that feels timeless.

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