Morning Glow, Evening Calm: Incorporating Glow Youth - bakuchiol Serum Into Your Skincare Ritual

Glow Youth – our botanical bakuchiol elixir serum – is made to fit effortlessly into both your morning and nighttime skincare rituals. This gentle formula harnesses bakuchiol (nature’s retinol alternative) along with vitamin C and hyaluronic acid to help brighten, hydrate, and protect your skin, glowbabchi.com. In this guide, we walk through a calming AM routine and a soothing PM routine so you can layer the serum alongside your favorite products for radiant, nourished skin.

“Where nature meets your glow.”

Your Morning Glow Ritual

Mornings are a fresh start for you and your skin. It’s the time to awaken your complexion gently and shield it for the day ahead. Here’s how to seamlessly weave Glow Youth into your AM routine:

1.  Cleanse Gently: Begin with a clean canvas by washing your face with a mild, non-stripping cleanser. Use lukewarm water and take your time – this helps preserve your skin’s natural moisture. (If you have our Glow Cleanse facial brush, you can pair it with your cleanser for an extra gentle deep-clean.) Pat your skin dry with a soft towel.

2.  Apply Glow Youth Serum: Now that your skin is fresh and prepped (after toner, if you use one), apply Glow Youth – the star of your routine. Dispense 2-3 drops of the Bakuchiol Elixir Serum onto your fingertips, then gently press or massage it into your face and neck. This lightweight botanical serum absorbs quickly and layers well, delivering bakuchiol, vitamin C, and hyaluronic acid to help brighten, hydrate, and protect your skin throughout the day, glowbabchi.com. (For an extra treat, take a moment to glide a cool jade roller over your face after applying the serum – the soothing massage can help the elixir sink in and reduce any morning puffiness.)

3.  Moisturize: After the serum has absorbed, lock in all that goodness with your favorite moisturizer. Choose a lightweight face cream or gel that hydrates without feeling heavy, and smooth it over your skin to seal in Glow Youth’s nourishing ingredients. This step ensures your skin stays supple and dewy, providing a protective veil of moisture.

4.  Sunscreen: Finally, never skip sun protection in the morning. Gently apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) as the last step of your AM routine. This shields your now-glowing skin from UV rays and environmental stressors, protecting the radiance and benefits you’ve just nurtured. Think of sunscreen as the day’s armor for your glow – it keeps your skin safe and helps maintain that luminous look you love.

Wind Down With Plant-Powered Calm

Evenings are all about recovery, relaxation, and helping your skin renew after a long day. Glow Youth shines in your PM ritual as well, working overnight to support your skin’s natural rejuvenation. Here’s how to make it the highlight of your nighttime routine:

1.  Cleanse Away the Day: Start by removing the day’s makeup, sunscreen, and impurities with a gentle cleanser. You might even do a double-cleanse (for example, an oil cleanser first, followed by a mild foam or cream cleanser) to ensure every trace of the day is gone. This step is all about letting your skin breathe. (Our Glow Cleanse electric facial brush can be a wonderful helper here, providing a deeper yet still gentle cleanse to clear out pores.) Rinse with warm water and pat dry, enjoying the feeling of a clean, refreshed face.

2.  Facial Steaming (Optional): If you have a few extra minutes for self-care, indulge in a quick steam session. Using our Glow Cleanse Nano Facial Steamer for 5-10 minutes envelops your skin in warm, hydrating mist, helping to soften the skin and open your pores. The experience is deeply relaxing – close your eyes, breathe slowly, and let the botanical steam prep your face for the serum to come. After steaming, gently pat your skin dry with a soft towel.

3.  Apply Glow Youth Serum: With your skin cleansed (and pores nicely prepped from the steam), it’s time for your nighttime dose of Glow Youth. Apply 2-3 drops of the serum to your face and neck, pressing it in with calm, upward motions. At night, this elixir works in harmony with your skin’s natural repair cycle – bakuchiol and other plant actives help reduce the appearance of fine lines and uneven texture over time, all while being kind to your skin, glowbabchi.com. This means you get rejuvenating benefits similar to retinol, but in a gentle, calming form that’s perfect for evening use. (Tip: Take this moment to pamper yourself with a facial massage. You can use clean fingertips or our jade gua sha tool to slowly massage the serum in. Glide with gentle pressure, starting at the center of your face and moving outward. This not only helps the serum absorb deeply, but also melts away tension – a relaxing ritual to end your day.)

4.  Moisturize and Nourish: Finally, wrap up your night routine with a rich moisturizer or night cream to seal in the serum’s goodness. In the evening, you might opt for a slightly thicker cream or even a few drops of facial oil, especially if your skin craves extra moisture. Gently massage your chosen moisturizer over your face and neck (right on top of Glow Youth). This locking-in step is like tucking your skin in for the night – it ensures you wake up with a soft, hydrated complexion. By morning, you’ll feel the results of your nightly Glow Youth ritual: skin that looks refreshed and comforted, without any heavy residue.

Listening to Your Skin: Every person’s skin is beautifully unique, so remember to listen to what yours is telling you. Glow Youth’s gentle formula is designed for daily use, but it’s always wise to introduce any new product mindfully. If you’re trying Glow Youth for the first time, consider doing a quick patch test – apply a tiny drop on a small area (like your inner arm or behind your jaw) and watch for any reaction over 24 hours. This extra step comes from a place of care: we want every drop to be a delight for your skin. If your skin is on the sensitive side or you’re new to bakuchiol, you might start with using the serum once a day (just in the evening) and then ease into twice-daily use. There’s no rush – what’s important is that your skin feels comfortable and loved.

By incorporating Glow Youth into these AM and PM routines, you’re not just boosting your skin’s radiance – you’re also creating gentle moments of self-care at the start and finish of each day. Each step is an invitation to pause and enjoy the ritual: the silky feel of the serum, the calming scent of botanicals, and the knowledge that you’re doing something good for yourself. Skincare is so much more than achieving a glow; it’s about embracing that glow from within, one mindful moment at a time.

Glow, one drop at a time.