The Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops is a watermelon based serum formulated with multiple skin-replenishing ingredients that are meant to even out, smoothen and brighten the skin tone.
When I tried it consistently for four days, in the morning and night, it gave my skin a glowy, dewy look that made it feel hydrated and smooth.
For 1.35 ounces of product, the price was high at $35. If you would prefer more inexpensive options, there are other niacinamide drops that are similar, such as The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% drops, which cost about $10.80 for 2.03 ounces.
The serum’s most signature feature is the inclusion of watermelon in its ingredients. Not only does it offer vitamins A and C, but the smell of watermelon is very strong and apparent when using it. It is essential to note that the fragrance of the watermelon could irritate your skin. While my skin didn’t react to the drops, others with sensitive skin or severe acne should be mindful. It is always important to use products that are fit to your skin type, and according to the Glow Recipe’s official website, they preach that this formula is safe for everyone.
“While the formula is not tested non-comedogenic or non-acnegenic, we make sure all ingredients are gentle for all skin types,“ they said.
Although there are many alternatives, the watermelon dew drops made my skin feel fresh and glowy and did what they were formulated to do.
The Drunk Elephant B-Hydra Intensive Hydration Serum with Hyaluronic Acid is a product that’s gone viral on social media, along with other Drunk Elephant skincare products. The serum is made up of many other healthy ingredients such as niacinamide and ceramides that are meant to help restore and replenish the skin barrier. It primarily works to leave the skin hydrated and appearing brighter throughout the day.
My experience with the product has left my skin feeling hydrated and visibly shiny. However, the product left a strange film on my skin an hour after application, which made my moisturized face additionally sticky.
For $49, the tube is large compared to its competitors’ sizes, but the price could still be a deal breaker for those who can find inexpensive options that serve the same purpose. With Drunk Elephant skincare, I believe you are paying more for the packaging than the product, but overall, the product did do what it was intended for and made my skin feel noticeably better.
The CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion with Broad Spectrum SPF 30 is a daily moisturizer used in the morning, which you can use as a part of your skincare routine or when you will be outside for a long time. The product blended well into my skin and left it moisturized, but it did have a similar feel to a traditional sunscreen.
“The ingredients aren’t the best either… [They’re] a combination of chemical and mineral, and its active ingredients can be irritating to the skin,” junior Kenneth Guo said. “Personally, I like to keep my sunscreen and moisturizer separate.”
Many agree with Guo and believe it is better to apply sunscreen separately so that you can add many layers of SPF without the excessive use of their moisturizer. CeraVe advertises the product as a skin protectant but advises reapplying sunscreen.
This product is non-comedogenic, which prevents the blockage of pores. It did not irritate my skin, but it could be irritating for acne-prone individuals. When I was outside for four hours one day, my skin burned. If you want more sun protection, I would use a different product or wear additional sunscreen.
At most retailers, you can buy the product for $14.99, and although the size is three ounces, which is small compared to other moisturizers, you should not need to use too much of the product. I recommend this product if you want something moisturizing but not as a sunscreen replacement.
