Glow Serum Propolis + Niacinamide
Ingredients
Propolis Extract, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Water, Niacinamide, 1, 2-Hexanediol, Betaine Salicylate, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Tromethamine, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Dextrin, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Lotus Corniculatus Seed Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Octanediol, Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil, Tocopherol
This serum markets itself as a "Glow Serum" with the added goal of controlling sebum and maintaining skin moisture — and the ingredients support that pitch, at least on paper.
At the top, there’s a generous 60% propolis extract, which brings antioxidant and soothing benefits, especially good for angry, breakout-prone skin. It’s supported by betaine salicylate, a gentler BHA that is supposed to offer pore-clearing and smoothing over time — emphasis on time. If you're expecting instant clarity or radiance, you’ll probably be underwhelmed. I didn’t notice a dramatic “glow,” but to be fair, BHA doesn't seem to do much for me, so that might be a skin-specific thing.
There’s also niacinamide at a reasonable, non-aggressive dose (2%), which helps with oil regulation and long-term skin tone improvement, plus centella, tea tree, turmeric, and other botanicals that offer a bit of calming and antimicrobial support.
Texture-wise, it's a jelly-like serum that spreads well and isn't tacky once it settles. It layers easily, plays nice with other products, and doesn’t sting even on slightly irritated skin.
While it’s not one of those serums that gives you instant gratification, it’s a good option if you want to include a niacinamide serum in your routine — especially if your skin leans oily and sensitive. You might not (who am I kidding, you won't) get a glow that stops traffic, but if your goal is balanced, less-reactive skin, this one will earn its place over time.