Gloryscent Beauty
Live out your purpose, confidently
Rafaela Gonzalez, Founder & Formulator
It’s no surprise that individuals with darker complexions have been underrepresented in the beauty and cosmetics world. Growing up as a Hispanic woman, I believed that fair skin and easily manageable hair were the epitome of beauty. That notion was challenged when I confronted my fear of embracing my natural hair. This led me on a path of self-discovery and self-love, during which I experimented with numerous products to find the best fit for me.
Throughout this journey, I fell in love with self-care and the beauty industry. Gloryscent is geared towards people of all skin tones, and I am thrilled to provide excellent service to everyone!
Inclusion in Clean Beauty
I came to the startling realization that only a handful of brands catered to the need of women of color. Not only was there a glaring scarcity of such brands, but I also uncovered the concerning presence of harmful ingredients in many popular products. Shockingly, research reveals that over 75% of products targeting women of color contain toxic or potentially dangerous ingredients.
This eye-opening revelation ignited a passion within me to create a brand where women of color are not merely an afterthought, but the motivation behind its founding. Our products are not only for WOC but we understand that there is a knowledge gap, therefore, we have a mission and responsibility to bring awareness to this community.
Air Pollution & Sun Exposure
Not only did I come to the realization that there are many potentially harmful ingredients in self-care products but I also came to know that environmental aggressors such as air pollution and over sun exposure are two major contributors to how we age. The data says that over 85% of the way we age is due to environmental aggressors.
Read Details Below:
- Air pollutants damage the skin by inducing oxidative stress.
- Exposure to ultraviolet radiation has been associated with extrinsic skin aging and skin cancers.
- Pollution breaks down collagen and oxidizes the lipid layer in the skin, which impairs skin-barrier function
- Smog can disturb the barrier
- The compromise of the barrier can cause dehydration, sensitivity, uneven skin tone, dullness, acne, and premature aging.
Solutions
- Increasing the amount of antioxidants in our diet and skincare routine
- Using antioxidant rich skincare products that add a layer of added protection
- Regularly cleansing and exfoliating your skin and routinely deep cleansing with a facial that can draw out impurities
- Refraining from using ingredients that can strip your skin of vital oils and degrade the skin barrier
Source: PUBMED
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