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The Glow Getters
Hair of the Dog Energizing Recovery Mask
Apply a thick layer of product to damp face and let activate for 3-5 minutes before rinsing off to reveal a rejuvenated complexion.
Golden Hour Gold-Stabilized Vitamin C Serum
Apply evenly to face and neck every morning for a boost in radiance and antioxidant protection.
Hair of the Dog Energizing Recovery Mask
Aqua, Methyl Perfluorobutyl Ether, Isododecane, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Ascorbic Acid, Gold, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Glutathione, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glutamic Acid, Glycoproteins, Threonine, Valine, Sorbitol, Decyl Glucoside, Xanthan Gum, Acacia Senegal Gum, Maltodextrin, Polysilicone-11, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene, Mica, Titanium Dioxide
Golden Hour Gold-Stabilized Vitamin C Serum
Aqua, Glycerin, Ascorbic Acid, Gold, Glutathione, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hedychium Coronarium (White Ginger) Root Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Fruit Ferment Extract, Vaccinium Myrtillus (Bilberry) Fruit/Leaf Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract, Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Malic Acid, Tartaric Acid, Citric Acid, Sorbitol, Panthenol, Allantoin, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Propanediol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Hydroxyacetophenone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Titanium Dioxide, Mica
Vegan & Cruelty Free
KEY INGREDIENTS

Gold-Stabilized Vitamin C
DULLNESS, DISCOLORATION, & POLLUTION PROTECTION
Vitamin C has long been studied and understood as the ultimate anti-aging ingredient in skincare as it boosts collagen, provides antioxidant protection against free radicals, reduces hyper pigmentation, and more. Instability has always been an issue, though, as it quickly oxidizes, turns brown, and loses efficacy in formulas. This groundbreaking complex containing Vitamin C, gold, and glutathione provides your skin with the most stable form of ascorbic acid on the market; not only does the complex prevent vitamin C from breaking down once the product is opened, but it also extends the lifespan of vitamin C in your skin to ensure maximum benefits.

Glycoproteins
REJUVENATION, RADIANCE, REVITALIZATION
These glycoproteins, peptides, and amino acids derived from yeast have been shown to hydrate, improve oxygen content, and promote optimal cellular respiration for a rejuvenated appearance in skin. This multifunctional active can also help reduce the signs of environmental and lifestyle stressors like pollution and lack of sleep, which can lead to a dull, fatigued complexion.

Turmeric
RADIANCE, ANTI-INFLAMMATION, ANTIOXIDANT PROTECTION
This natural extract is rich in phytochemicals and antioxidants, and has traditionally been used in ancient beauty rituals for its brightening benefits. It can help reduce hyper-pigmentation and promote a more radiant, even-toned complexion.
FAQs
Because this fizzy facial also acts as a cleanser, we recommend using it as the first step in your routine both morning and evening. Although cleansing in the morning isn’t necessarily a requirement, this mask is great to help start your day off with an energized appearance, as it is packed with brightening and rejuvenating ingredients.
You’ll notice the mask beginning to fizz up upon application, so swipe it on your face and allow about 3-5 minutes for the formula to activate before rinsing and continuing with the remainder of your skincare routine. Be sure to rinse completely, as turmeric is a brightening powerhouse but may leave a slight tint on the towel that you use to dry your face after rinsing. We did use a low enough concentration that this shouldn’t be an issue, but we’re just letting ya know!
We typically leave fragrances and essential oils out of our products to reduce any chances of irritation, but since this is a rinse-off formula with a very low concentration of essential oils, those with sensitive skin should not be worried about this product causing an adverse reaction.
Yes! The misconception that these 2 ingredients are incompatible comes from the fact that retinol products tend to make skin more sensitive and most Vitamin C products are formulated at a low pH (which also can increase sensitivity) as a method of enhancing the stability of Vitamin C. Ascorbic acid is a particularly unstable ingredient, but its stability can be improved by reducing the pH of the formula. Thanks to the gold-stabilized Vitamin C complex, however, we are able to provide a stable Vitamin C product at a less sensitizing pH without sacrificing the efficacy or stability.
Nope! The bond that makes ascorbic acid prone to oxidation and color change is stabilized by the gold-glutathione complex. Not only will the product not change color or smell, but its efficacy will not be compromised over time.
Many brands promote the percent of ascorbic acid in their formulas- but the gold-stabilized complex allows us to take a “less is more” approach, and the details are proprietary. The idea that a formula needs to contain a super high concentration of ascorbic acid in order to be effective is because the molecule is so unstable that most of it has oxidized in the formula or on the surface of your skin before it has a chance to exert its beneficial effects. By using a 100% stable version of the molecule, we don’t need to add a ton in order for our serum to still give you benefits the week after you open it. And you don’t need to pay for a high level of an ingredient that will begin to break down within days of opening your product. It’s a win-win.
KEY INGREDIENTS

Gold-Stabilized Vitamin C
DULLNESS, DISCOLORATION, & POLLUTION PROTECTION
Vitamin C has long been studied and understood as the ultimate anti-aging ingredient in skincare as it boosts collagen, provides antioxidant protection against free radicals, reduces hyper pigmentation, and more. Instability has always been an issue, though, as it quickly oxidizes, turns brown, and loses efficacy in formulas. This groundbreaking complex containing Vitamin C, gold, and glutathione provides your skin with the most stable form of ascorbic acid on the market; not only does the complex prevent vitamin C from breaking down once the product is opened, but it also extends the lifespan of vitamin C in your skin to ensure maximum benefits.

Fermented Pomegranate Enzyme
REJUVENATION, RADIANCE, REVITALIZATION
This fermented enzyme provides similar benefits to the fruit-derived alpha hydroxyacids by gently promoting exfoliation with minimal irritation potential to reveal a more radiant, youthful complexion.

White Butterfly Ginger
BRIGHTENING, REJUVENATION
This brightening, rejuvenating extract from the butterfly ginger plant in Madagascar provides support against factors that accelerate aging like UV, blue light, and internal stress.

Marine Bioferment
HYDRATING, PLUMPING
This hydrating active is derived through fermentation of a bacteria strain with unique properties based on the salinity, temperature, and oxygen levels of the water where it thrives near the coast of Mauritius. This bioferment was found to boost components of skin's natural moisturizing factor to help reduce water loss, improve hydration, and provide skin with a more supple, radiant glow.
FAQs
Nope! The bond that makes ascorbic acid prone to oxidation and color change is stabilized by the gold-glutathione complex. Not only will the product not change color or smell, but its efficacy will not be compromised over time.
Many brands promote the percent of ascorbic acid in their formulas- but the gold-stabilized complex allows us to take a “less is more” approach, and the details are proprietary. The idea that a formula needs to contain a super high concentration of ascorbic acid in order to be effective is because the molecule is so unstable that most of it has oxidized in the formula or on the surface of your skin before it has a chance to exert its beneficial effects. By using a 100% stable version of the molecule, we don’t need to add a ton in order for our serum to still give you benefits the week after you open it. And you don’t need to pay for a high level of an ingredient that will begin to break down within days of opening your product. It’s a win-win.
By stabilizing the ascorbic acid molecule, your product will not lose efficacy before you’ve even gotten a chance to apply it to your face. The gold molecule also helps improve bioavailability of the vitamin C molecule to ensure that you’re getting maximal benefits from the ingredients that you’re paying for in the product.
The exfoliants in this product are components of a fruit extract blend that naturally contains alpha-hydroxy acids, and this ingredient has actually been studied and proven to provide equivalent efficacy to other alpha-hydroxy acids with reduced irritation potential. Additionally, t he percentage of this ingredient in our product is low enough to still be safe for those with sensitive skin, but high enough to still effectively promote a more radiant, even skin tone.
Yes! The misconception that these 2 ingredients are incompatible comes from the fact that retinol products tend to make skin more sensitive and most Vitamin C products are formulated at a low pH (which also can increase sensitivity) as a method of enhancing the stability of Vitamin C. Ascorbic acid is a particularly unstable ingredient, but its stability can be improved by reducing the pH of the formula. Thanks to the gold-stabilized Vitamin C complex, however, we are able to provide a stable Vitamin C product at a less sensitizing pH without sacrificing the efficacy or stability.
Key Ingredients
Detailed Product Information
These glycoproteins, peptides, and amino acids derived from yeast have been shown to hydrate, improve oxygen content, and promote optimal cellular respiration for a rejuvenated appearance in skin. This multifunctional active can also help reduce the signs of environmental and lifestyle stressors like pollution and lack of sleep, which can lead to a dull, fatigued complexion.
This natural extract is rich in phytochemicals and antioxidants, and has traditionally been used in ancient beauty rituals for its brightening benefits. It can help reduce hyper-pigmentation and promote a more radiant, even-toned complexion.
This groundbreaking complex containing Vitamin C, gold, and glutathione provides your skin with the most stable form of ascorbic acid on the market; not only does the complex prevent vitamin C from breaking down once the product is opened, but it also extends the lifespan of vitamin C in your skin to ensure maximum benefits.
Key Ingredients
Detailed Product Information
This groundbreaking complex containing Vitamin C, gold, and glutathione provides your skin with the most stable form of ascorbic acid on the market; not only does the complex prevent vitamin C from breaking down once the product is opened, but it also extends the lifespan of vitamin C in your skin to ensure maximum benefits.
This fermented enzyme provides similar benefits to the fruit-derived alpha hydroxyacids by gently promoting exfoliation with minimal irritation potential to reveal a more radiant, youthful complexion.
This brightening, rejuvenating extract from the butterfly ginger plant in Madagascar provides support against factors that accelerate aging like UV, blue light, and internal stress.
This hydrating active is derived through fermentation of a bacteria strain with unique properties based on the salinity, temperature, and oxygen levels of the water where it thrives near the coast of Mauritius. This bioferment was found to boost components of skin's natural moisturizing factor to help reduce water loss, improve hydration, and provide skin with a more supple, radiant glow.
KELLY
@kellykilleenmd
CONCERN: Sensitive, Irritation Prone Skin
AGE: 42
"I LOVE this product! I am almost 60 and have tried virtually everything on the market over the years. This moisturizer goes on smoothly. I wake up with my skin feeling soft but not greasy. I use it as part of my morning and evening routine."
@kellykilleenmd Bottom of the jar review of Educated Mess Golden hour vitamin C serum #bottomofthejarreview #vitaminc #vitamincserum #skincare #skincarereview #educatedmess @alex #greenscreen ♬ original sound - Kelly Killeen, MD FACS
KELLY
@kellykilleenmd
CONCERN: Sensitive, Irritation Prone Skin
AGE: 42
"I LOVE this product! I am almost 60 and have tried virtually everything on the market over the years. This moisturizer goes on smoothly. I wake up with my skin feeling soft but not greasy. I use it as part of my morning and evening routine."
@kellykilleenmd Bottom of the jar review of Educated Mess Golden hour vitamin C serum #bottomofthejarreview #vitaminc #vitamincserum #skincare #skincarereview #educatedmess @alex #greenscreen ♬ original sound - Kelly Killeen, MD FACS
KELLY
@kellykilleenmd
CONCERN: Sensitive, Irritation Prone Skin
AGE: 42
"I LOVE this product! I am almost 60 and have tried virtually everything on the market over the years. This moisturizer goes on smoothly. I wake up with my skin feeling soft but not greasy. I use it as part of my morning and evening routine."
@kellykilleenmd Bottom of the jar review of Educated Mess Golden hour vitamin C serum #bottomofthejarreview #vitaminc #vitamincserum #skincare #skincarereview #educatedmess @alex #greenscreen ♬ original sound - Kelly Killeen, MD FACS
ALEX
@alexeducatedmess
CONCERN: Sensitive, Irritation Prone Skin
AGE: 28
"I LOVE this product! I am almost 60 and have tried virtually everything on the market over the years. This moisturizer goes on smoothly. I wake up with my skin feeling soft but not greasy. I use it as part of my morning and evening routine."
@alexeducatedmess Replying to @tommythewommy here are the ingredients I chose for my skincare line’s moisturizer! It’s lightweight enough for oily skin types but can still boost hydration & barrier components 😅 and the soothing ferments are great for those w sensitive skin #skincare #cosmeticchemist #sake #hyaluronicacid #peptides ♬ original sound - alex










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