Product Review|Glycerin

BARE Skincare
3 min readJul 24, 2020

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Heritage store Rosewater & Glycerin

This dual purpose toner and facial mist keeps its ingredient list simple, combining only rose, water, and glycerin to hydrate your skin.

Some Quick Facts:
For all skin types
Works in the AM or PM
It can cost approximately 120 cedis

A reality check (sadly no product is perfect):
Unfortunately some users have said it can be a little sticky due to the glycerin, so don’t over-spray it.

Youth To The People Superfood Air-Whip Moisture Cream

With glycerin high up on the ingredient list, this cream is power-packed with antioxidants and hyaluronic acid to instantly restore and balance your skin.

Some Quick Facts:
For oily and combination skin types
Works in the AM or PM
It can cost approximately 280 cedis

A reality check (sadly no product is perfect)

Unfortunately some users with sensitive skin have experienced some irritation. Please send us a DM and speak with our dermatologist to ensure that this product is a good fit for your skin.

L’oréal 1.5% Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum

Don’t be deceived by the name, topping the ingredient list (after water) is glycerin and is the key to the instant super-hydrating power of this serum.

Some Quick Facts:
For dry and aging skin
Works in the AM or PM
It can cost approximately 180 cedis

A reality check (sadly no product is perfect):
Unfortunately, some users did not see the significant skin improvement (i.e less wrinkles) promised by the brand even after consistent use.

La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5

This multi-purpose soothing balm combines panthenol, shea butter, glycerin and La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water to provide instant relief and hydration to the face, lips and body.

Some Quick Facts:
For dry to very dry skin
Works in the AM and PM
It can cost approximately 90 cedis

A reality check (sadly no product is perfect):
Unfortunately some users with sensitive skin have experienced allergic reactions while using this. Please send us a DM and speak with our dermatologist to ensure that this product is a good fit for your skin.

Eunice Asare for Bare The Community.

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