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June 26, 2020

6 Best Glossier Products You Need To Try On Your Next Retail Therapy

I’ve been an avid reader of Into The Gloss ever since its inception, solely because of all the celebrity Top Shelf articles on there that gave me a glimpse into the beauty regimes of my favourite people.

When I came to know that Emily Weiss of Into The Gloss was going to start a skincare line, I was beyond excited. The hype for me was REAL.

Glossier was launched in 2014 and while it was a colossal effort for me to contain my excitement, I held back. The skeptic in me wanted to take her time before inevitably giving in to the enticement.

One by one, the new products started rolling in, each with cuter packaging and bigger claims than the next, and I saw that all of my favourite social media “It Girls” were using their products.

Eventually, I caved in and placed a Glossier order. I am so glad that I did because under all the marketing hype and the adorable packaging, I have managed to find some real gems that have made my life so much easier. And I’m here to share my experiences with Glossier skincare and makeup with you all!

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Best Glossier Products Worth The Splurge


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1. Glossier Milky Jelly Cleanser

This was one of the first products launched by Glossier and it quickly gained a following, with very good reason. Milky Jelly Cleanser, or MJC (as I like to call it), is a viscous rose-scented gel.

Now while I am a major proponent of fragrance-free skincare products, I do find myself reaching out for this cleanser quite often, solely because of its texture. The thick, milky gel is non-foaming and I prefer to use it as a second cleanse in my PM routine.

I massage a couple of pumps of Milky Jelly Cleanser into my dry skin (after I’m done oil cleansing), and take it off with sweeps of a warm washcloth. It makes for a lovely, relaxing experience after a long day.

I would recommend Milky Jelly Cleanser for everyone who is looking for a non-foaming cleanser that cleans well but doesn’t leave the skin feeling stripped. My retinoid treated skin definitely loves it to bits!

$9, shop now

2. Glossier Priming Moisturizer

This moisturizer, housed in a pretty, pastel-pink tube is such a treat for my skin, y’all. True to its name, the Priming Moisturizer is great for prepping my combination skin prior to makeup application.

I massage a dollop of this into my damp skin post cleansing and really take my time to work it into my skin, before letting it sit for 5 minutes. Once it has soaked into my skin, I am left with the perfect, hydrated yet not oily canvas. Ready for makeup application.

But don’t limit this moisturizer only to makeup prep! I’ve used it as a step in my AM skincare routine on days when I won’t be wearing any makeup and my skin has loved it just the same. Oily to combination skinned beauties will adore this moisturizer.

$22, Shop now

3. Glossier Balm Dotcom

It might be easy to dismiss Balm Dotcom as “just another tube of Vaseline” but don’t do the same mistake I did! It is much more than just a lip balm. Packed full of natural moisturizers like Beeswax and Castor Oil, the Balm Dotcom is a thick salve.

While it comes in many versions (eg: Mint, Mango, Cherry, etc), I will always continue to prefer the trusty ol’ Original version. Why? It is a “do it all” balm with no fragrance.

I smear on a layer of it all over my lips before bedtime and apply the excess to my nail cuticles as well. And every morning, when I wake up and wipe off the balm from my lips with a baby wipe, I am left with the softest, smoothest, plump, and hydrated lips. Love!

$12, shop now
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Skint Tint & Stretch Concealer

4. GLOSSIER Perfecting Skin Tint

The Perfecting Skin Tint is exactly what the name suggests it to be: a watery base product that has just enough coverage to even out the skin.

Don’t expect high coverage from this product. It offers extremely sheer coverage that is just enough to even out the skin without hiding freckles or scarring.

I tend to reach out for the Perfecting Skin Tint on days when I don’t want to mask my skin under a layer of foundation. After applying a light layer of the Perfecting Skin Tint with my fingers, I go in with a concealer (preferably the Stretch Concealer) over any breakouts/dark circles.

It works great on those no-makeup makeup days when you want to look put together with barely any effort. Every skin type will love the Perfecting Skin Tint, because of its water-like texture that quickly sinks into the skin. I am in the shade G6.

$26, shop now

5. GLOSSIER Stretch Concealer

This is the perfect accompaniment to the Perfecting Skin Tint. Whatever the tint fails to cover on my skin, the Stretch Concealer most definitely conceals it in a jiffy.

I love this little pot of goodness, simply because of how it mimicks the texture of my skin, no matter how oily or dry it is feeling on any given day. It never looks cakey or creases, especially under my eyes or over breakouts and it covers all of my problem areas in one fell swoop.

The combination of the Perfecting Skin Tint and Stretch Concealer gives me the dewiest, glowy, and seamless looking skin with ease. The concealer is available in 12 shades, so finding one that fits your skin colouring will be easier. I am in the shade G7. 

$18, shop now
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Cloud Paints

6. GLOSSIER Cloud Paint

If you are a cream blush novice and are looking for a product that you simply cannot go wrong with, allow me to recommend Cloud Paint to you.

It is an intensely pigmented gel-cream that simply melts into your skin with a few sweeps of your fingers. I own the shades Dusk (a brownish nude) and Haze (a deep berry).

Just dab on a few dots of the blush gel-cream onto the apples of your cheeks and gently blend it in with a few sweeps of your fingers. The pigment will become one with your skin, working to give you the most natural flush possible.

And once it sets, it will NOT move from your skin until you cleanse it off with an oil-based cleanser. The best part about Cloud Paint is that if you are bored of using one shade, you can mix two (or three) and create your own custom shade! I’ve got Puff and Beam on my wishlist next!

$18, shop now

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Conclusion

While these best products from Glossier have helped me put my best face forward in more ways than one, I already have a growing wishlist of products from them that I want to try! Boy Brow, Hand Cream, and Priming Moisturizer Rich, I’m coming for you next. What are your best picks from Glossier?

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About The Author
Hello! My name is Fareeha and I’m an Ophthalmologist who moonlights as a beauty/skincare blogger. You can find me on Instagram as @freihaahierf if you want to follow me on my beauty journey!

By: Rifat Yaseen · In: Makeup, Skincare

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  1. Mimi says

    June 27, 2020 at 6:27 pm

    I legit want everything, I’ll make a huge order as soon as they start shipping here

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    • Rifat Yaseen says

      July 1, 2020 at 1:52 pm

      YESS!! I hope you can get your hands on them soon!

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👉 Moisturizer
👉 2-3x a week retinol
👉 Sunscreen when I'm out

‼️Now I don't have separate products for these steps (I'm not that bougie come on 😌) I just take 4 extra drops of whatever I'm using on my face (or if I have some extra skincare I want to finish)

✨ Your hands go through so much washing, AND they're always moving/ folding. While you can't completely stop them from "ageing", they still need the extra TLC.

✨ I also put whatever cream I can find throughout the day after each wash. Plus Araina nail oil on nails and the area around them, whenever I remember.

"𝗗𝗼 𝗜 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗼𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀?"
I said I use whatever I'm using on my face and retinol is a very consistent part of my routine. Skip if you don't have it, just moisturize normally.
I try a lot of cleansers and they're almost always I try a lot of cleansers and they're almost always nice - non-drying and good at cleansing. But sometimes, a few stand out!

One such is the @drsheths ABC Cleansing Gel. I don't have a lot left (and the packaging has turned a bit dirty) because it is something I keep going back to all the time.

𝗗𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼? 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗼 𝘀𝗼?

👉 It has 0.5% Salicylic Acid, 2.5% Lactic Acid, and 2.5% Glycolic Acid to give you some gentle exfoliation.

👉 I love using it when my skin is dealing with excess oil production and clogged pores. It's also completely non-drying.

👉 If you're someone dealing with similar concerns, I highly suggest including it in your skincare routine.

‼️The beads aren't plastic, they dissolve when the cleanser lathers. 

👉 No added fragrance and no sweet smell (their brightening cleanser has this and I'm not a fan)

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TV ads are to be blamed when it comes to dandruff TV ads are to be blamed when it comes to dandruff shaming. They project it as something that's to be ashamed of, and something that makes you dirty and unhygienic.

👉All of this results in desperation. People start looking for "quick hacks" to undo the "dirtiness". But it doesn't work that way.

𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗲𝗹𝘁 "𝗱𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘆" 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗿𝘂𝗳𝗳?

🤓 Using anti-dandruff shampoo is a simple way to control dandruff, and the itchiness and flakiness that come with it.

👉All you have to do is wash your hair with a regular shampoo, then go in with an anti-dandruff one, keep it on for 10 minutes and rinse. (Cross-check the instructions on the bottle, it might vary across different brands)

📝I've had dandruff since teenage and this is the best, lazy girl routine that works for me. If after a month or two of usage, you see zero difference, then please go see a doctor to discuss your options.

‼️I repeat - you can't eliminate it. It'll come back as soon as you stop.
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Mine's incorporating clays!

🌞 These suck out excess oil from your skin which makes your pores clean and help you prevent pimples. 

🌞During summers, oily skin goes into overdrive and incorporating clays in the routine 1-2x a week is always a good idea for oil control.

Key ingredients - Kaolin clay and Volcanic ash to suck the oils w/o over drying.

𝗠𝗬 𝗧𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗚𝗛𝗧𝗦

👉I have been using the Jeju Volcanic Lava Scrub from TFS for a month but with my own twist because I'm not a face scrub person.

👉I apply a thin layer of this on my wet T-zone, wait for 1-2 minutes and gently massage it with some water to wash off. It leaves the skin really clean and soft to touch. With regular maintenance, I do notice that my T-zone starts acting normally.

👉When my nose feels crusty with dead skin, I use this to get the instant smooth skin. Not a corrective product though!

𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗖𝗟𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡

👉It's not must-have/HG product for me but since summers are here, it does serve a purpose in my routine because I always incorporate clay masks during hot seasons for oil control. It's not a "mask" per se but ykwim.
It's also decently priced.

👉Only recommend it to oily skin types and suggest to spot treat over oily areas otherwise it's too strong (when used how I use) or just use as a face scrub if you're into that.

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Is Vitamin C an integral part of your skincare rou Is Vitamin C an integral part of your skincare routine? What do you expect from Vitamin C?

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👉It also helps in making skin's natural healing process better so that the skin is able to recover from damages on its own.

👉However, I have always said it's not for PIH irrespective of what other people say.✋Think of it as a maintenance product, not a corrective one.

➖ I've been using the new @drsheths Amla Vitamin C Serum for over a month now. It has,
◾20% Vitamin C derivative
◾1% Vitamin E
◾1% Sodium Hyaluronate
◾0.5% Ferulic Acid

It's loaded with antioxidants!

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◾When I apply it on slightly wet skin, the absorption is the best (and there's no stinging so dw). It leaves my skin soft, hydrated, and brightened.

◾The ✨glowy effect✨ is way more when you don't apply on wet skin but it gives a tacky finish so don't do that if you have oily skin especially in this heat.

👉Their packaging has full details on how to use and stuff which is very helpful in avoiding confusion.

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If there's one thing I've always believed in is that skincare can never be black or white. But the recent skincare craze has resulted in a huge influx of information which is choking me. It's sooo much that I am starting to detest talking about skincare.

The clout chasing has clearly taken out all the joy. The blanket statements, the rUleS, the gUidEs - SO MUCH CONTRADICTOING INFORMATION EVERYWHERE! It's literally not helping anyone. Bit*h I'm tired, okay? RANT OVER. Hi, how are you guys?☺️♥️
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👉 Step 1 Nykaa Shampoo: It doesn't make my hair limp and I lovee that about it.🥺 I think I might end up buying a second bottle when it's over.🙃

👉Step 2 Selsun Anti-dandruff shampoo: It's a staple in my haircare routine because I have dandruff. And the thing with dandruff in my case is that you can control it but you can't eliminate it.

👉 Step 3 Nykaa Conditioner: Remember when I said it doesn't condition your hair? I still stand by it. The conditioning you get is so minimal, it's disappointing.

However, I have really short hair now so not much dry strands to take care of. And this conditioner works just fine for that.

The only reason why I'm using it is because I love finishing products. Also, the packaging is cute so I look forward to hairwash days.😌

PS: I do think leave-in hair serums really add to your hair health. But again depends on your hair and whether you need them.☺️
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