Table of Contents
- About The Good Molecules Skincare Brand.
- 1. Good Molecules Discoloration Correcting Serum.
- 2. Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum.
- 3. Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner.
- 4. Good Molecules Daily Brightening Serum.
- 5. The Good Molecules Lightweight Daily Moisturizer.
- 6. Good Molecules Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30.
- In Conclusion.
I’ve had the privilege to use numerous skincare products from different brands and the Good Molecules is one of them.
This is a skincare brand that prides itself as one of the best on the market, situated in Korea and has successfully produced numerous skincare products that address skin concerns. Ladies and gentlemen welcome to the Good Molecules review article, where I will be covering everything you need to know about this Korean -based skincare brand.
About The Good Molecules Skincare Brand.
Good Molecules was launched in 2019 by Nils Johnson, who is the co-founder, CEO and merchant at BeautyLish.
The Good Molecules is yet another wonderful skincare brand with quality and decent skincare products at a pocket friendly price, suitable for everyone’s budget (just like The Ordinary & The Inkey List), this brand is from Korea. According to them “The world has enough products that don’t work and cost too much, we started Good Molecules to change this.”
And of course they have been keeping to their words as promised. Good Molecules offers products that target skin issues—like acne, redness, and hyperpigmentation.
The idea behind Good Molecules is; simple skincare products that work at a fair price. Founded by a team of beauty industry veterans, Good Molecules creates skincare solutions with best-in-class ingredients, backed by research and formulated for effectiveness.
Good Molecules is cruelty-free. The brand has confirmed their cruelty-free status with Cruelty-Free Kitty.
They don’t test finished products or ingredients on animals, and neither do their suppliers or any third-parties.
In this Good Molecules review article, I shall be reviewing some of the most popular skincare products from the brand, enlightening you about their active ingredients, pros and cons, keep reading to learn more.
1. Good Molecules Discoloration Correcting Serum.
Skin Type: For All Skin Types.
Best For: Hyperpigmentation & Discoloration.
A tranexamic acid-infused serum, contains 3% (previously 2%) advanced form of tranaxemic acid (cetyl tranexamate mesylate), which is known to penetrate deeper into the skin than tranexamic acid itself, due to its lipophilic (lipid-loving) nature. This molecule likes to mix into our skin lipids, which is our skin barrier. From there it provides a steady release of the active compound and attack discoloration at deeper pathways.
Tranexamic acid is synthetically derived from the amino acid lysine. Lysine is an amino acid (a building block of protein).
Tranexamic acid tackles hyperpigmentation by providing a powerful and specific anti-inflammatory action, inhibiting the tyrosinase synthesis in melanocytes. At the same time it blocks the transfer of pigment from melanocytes to keratinocytes in the epidermis. Tranexamic acid also calms the skin and helps restore the skin barrier.
This serum also contains 4% niacinamide to help calm irritation, shrink enlarged pores, target blemishes, help treat acne, improve skin barrier function and also prevent the transfer of melanin production in the skin which potentiates the efficacy of tranexamic acid to ensure dark spots and discolouration are effectively treated.
I diligently used this hyperpigmentation-zapping serum for four weeks and the result was mind-blowing as it eradicated the dark spots on my cheek area and my skin complexion was greatly improved too. This serum is suitable for all skin types. Read my full review here.
Pros
- Good packaging.
- It’s fragrance-free.
- It’s pocket-friendly.
- It has a creamy lightweight texture and absorbs quickly.
- Effective for treating dark spots and discolouration.
- Pairs tranexamic acid and niacinamide.
- Doesn’t contain any skin toxic chemicals
Cons
- Product dropper is slim. Due to that, you may find it slightly difficult to pick up enough liquid from the bottle.
2. Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum.
Skin Type: For All Skin Types (However, due to high concentration of niacinamide, sensitive-skinned individuals may find it irritating).
Best For: Excess Oil, Large Pores, Redness & Blemishes.
Niacinamide, a water-soluble and multi-functional skin care ingredient which addresses multiple skin concerns which makes this ingredient popularly used in almost every skincare product you can find over the counter.
Aside its potentials in improving the looks of enlarged skin pores, soothe irritation, aid treat acne, enhance skin barrier function, it also blocks the transfer of melanin in the skin, which encourages skin radiance and improved skin complexion.
Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum contains 10% niacinamide which feels lightweight on the skin and absorbs quickly. But due to high concentration of niacinamide (10%), sensitive-skinned individuals may find it irritating. Therefore, it’s advisable to opt for products with lower niacinamide concentration. Click here to see serums with low niacinamide concentration.
My two weeks experience with this serum improved my skin barrier, pores, minimized excess oil production and improved overall skin texture and complexion. Read my full review here.
Pros
- Comes well packaged.
- It’s pocket-friendly.
- Lightweight and absorbs quickly.
- It’s fragrance-free.
- Doesn’t contain skin-harmful ingredients.
Cons.
- The dropper is much slim. Due to that, you may find it slightly difficult to pick up enough liquid from the bottle.
- Due to high concentration of niacinamide, sensitive-skinned individuals may find it irritating.
3. Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner.
Skin Type: For All Skin Types.
Best For: Hyperpigmentation, Uneven Skin Tone, Dark Spots, Enlarged Pores & Dull Skin.
This is yet one of the popular Good Molecules skincare products that surely worths to be included in this Good Molecules review article.
A skin-brightening toner, designed to brighten the skin, address issues of hyperpigmentation, dull skin and discoloration, and also tackle enlarged skin pores, for a radiant and smoother-looking skin.
All thanks to its content in 2% arbutin, 3% niacinamide, 0.1% licorice extract, and 0.1% ethyl ascorbic acid (a vitamin C derivative).
Arbutin is naturally derived from the bearberry plant, it’s also found in cranberries, blueberries, wheat, and pears. Arbutin prevents the formation of melanin, as it functions as a tyrosinase inhibitor to provide skin lightening and brightening effects, thereby tackling and fading hyperpigmentation such as, melasma, dark spots, brown spots and acne scars.
While arbutin does it hyperpigmentation-zapping job, ethyl ascorbic acid (a vitamin C derivative) helps with brightening skin complexion, niacinamide on the other hand helps soothes the skin, reduces the looks of enlarged pores and further stops the transfer of melanin (a substance in the skin that produces pigment) which discourages skin darkening and promotes brighter skin complexion. While licorice extract helps soothe the skin and ease inflammation, making this toner ideal for all skin types.
Pros
- Fragrance-free.
- Comes well packaged.
- Lightweight and absorbs quickly.
- Pairs arbutin, niacinamide, licorice extract and vitamin C together.
- Doesn’t contain skin-harmful ingredients.
Cons
- None.
4. Good Molecules Daily Brightening Serum.
Skin Type: For All Skin Types.
Best For: Hyperpigmentation & Discoloration.
This serum contains beta arbutin which tackles hyperpigmentation and skin discoloration just like alpha arbutin does, but less effective in comparison. While hyaluronic acid which is also contained in this serum helps pull water from the atmosphere to hydrate the skin, thus keeping it plump and supple.
The daily use of this skin-brightening serum helps fade the looks of dark spots, brightening dull skin complexion and keeping the skin hydrated which all together improves skin overall complexion and maintain a healthy glow. This product is suitable for all skin types.
Pros
- Product comes well packaged and sealed.
- Lightweight texture and absorbs quickly.
- Product doesn’t contain fragrance.
- Pairs beta arbutin and hyaluronic acid.
- Doesn’t contain skin-harmful ingredients.
Cons
- Product dropper is slim, you may encounter difficulty extracting enough liquid from the bottle.
5. The Good Molecules Lightweight Daily Moisturizer.
Skin Type: For All Skin Types.
Best For: Hydration, Dryness, Wrinkles & Fine Lines.
If this moisturizer hadn’t made it in this Good Molecules review list, then this article isn’t complete.
This is a lightweight daily moisturizer, (formerly named the Silicone-Free Priming Moisturizer), designed to keep the skin well moisturized and happy.
This skin moisturizing and conditioning product is formulated with macadamia seed oil, shea butter, and a naturally derived silicone alternative to smoothen, hydrate and prep your skin.
Aside from its skin moisturizing and nourishing potential, this lightweight daily moisturizer also helps create a smooth, plumped-up canvas for flawless makeup application.
When applied on the skin, not only does it address issues of dehydration, but also create a smooth makeup application, which leaves your makeup lasting longer throughout the day even after having a long day.
Pros
- Comes well packaged and sealed.
- Soothes and moisturizes the skin.
- Absorbs quickly after application without leaving greasy residue behind.
- Doesn’t contain pore-clogging ingredients.
- Doesn’t contain skin-harmful substances.
- Creates a smooth plump-up canvas for flawless makeup.
Cons
- None.
6. Good Molecules Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30.
Skin Type: For All Skin Types.
Best For: Sun protection.
A mineral sunscreen with SPF 30 to help protect and shield the skin from the dangerous UV rays of the sun.
Sunscreen is like a skin sun-defense mechanism. As it protects the skin from the harmful UV rays of the sun (which has the potential to damage the skin). Therefore every skin needs a sunscreen for daily sun protection.
This sunscreen also contains skin hydrating ingredients, buttressed with antioxidants while it shields skin from the damaging rays of the sun, it also hydrates the skin. It’s absolutely lightweight and absorbs quickly after application which makes it suitable for all skin types and tones. Learn how to apply sunscreen correctly.
Pros
- Lightweight and absorbs quickly after application.
- Contains no harmful substances.
- Comes well packaged and sealed.
- Contains SPF 30 for optimum sun protection.
Cons
- None.
In Conclusion.
The Good Molecules brand has indeed proved their reputability and has successfully gained authority and trust amongst skincare-lovers in the skincare world which puts it amongst one of the most trusted skin care brands.
If you’ve gone through this Good Molecules review article and you find any of their products interesting, I recommend you should go ahead and purchase it, put it to the test, I’m sure your skin will thank you for it. Don’t forget to perform a patch test first prior to commencing full product application.
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