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The Key to Brighter, Visibly Smoother Skin
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Brighten & Smooth Duo
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Discover the perfect starter duo for revitalizing your skin. Our bestselling serum, The Glow Maker, brightens and protects your complexion during the day, while The Night Renewer gently exfoliates overnight to soften fine lines and smooth skin texture.
Packed with dermatologist-loved ingredients like L-ascorbic acid and glycolic acid, this duo delivers visible results within 30 days of use.
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We firmly stand behind the efficacy of our products, which is why we back them with an industry-leading 100-day Money Back Guarantee.
If you're not 100% happy, return the products within 100 days for a full refund. We even cover the return shipping. It's our commitment to ensuring you're completely satisfied with your Maelove journey.
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What you can expect
After 1 week
Wake up to skin that feels more hydrated and supple.
1 month
You’ll notice your skin feels smoother and softer, like it’s been polished.
3 months
Your skin tone will appear brighter and more even, with a healthy glow.
Over the long run with consistent use, the Brighten & Smooth Duo helps minimize signs of sun damage and slows down the appearance of premature aging.
If lines and wrinkles are also a concern, you can step it up with the Wrinkle Repair Kit—designed for those ready to tackle advanced signs of aging.
How it works
Brightening & Smooth Duo works because it features high concentrations of derm-recommended ingredients that truly deliver results. Some of the key Ingredients are:
• 15% Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) formulated with vitamin E and ferulic acid
• 10% glycolic acid
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What's included
Two award winning products to revitalzie your skin
Glow Maker Vitamin C Serum
Winner 🏆 The Strategist Beauty 100 Award
"a viral sensation that's beloved by influencers and dermatologists alike"
Night Renewer Glycolic Acid Cream
Winner 🏆 Prevention's 2024 Healthy Skin Awards
Best Anti-Aging Cream
"shoppers call this cream an 'overnight facial' and we agree"
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- MHMandra H.Verified BuyerReviewingGlow Maker Vitamin C SerumI recommend this productWhat are your skin concerns? Redness and sensitivity, Fine lines and wrinkles, Sun Damage, Dark spotsHow old are you? 45-54What is your skin type? SensitiveProduct Standouts Dramatic Results, Gentle, Healing, Hydrating, Great IngredientsRated 5 out of 5 stars2 days agoAmazing product and value
I've used Glow Maker off and on for the past three years but recently, after an unexplained irritation on my cheeks that resulted in painful red patches, that glow maker quickly resolved, I plan on being consistent with this amazing serum.
- SMSyllina M.Verified BuyerReviewingGlow Maker Vitamin C SerumI recommend this productWhat are your skin concerns? Dryness, Dark spots, Fine lines and wrinkles, Redness and sensitivityHow old are you? 45-54What is your skin type? SensitiveProduct Standouts Gentle, Hydrating, Easy To Use, Great Ingredients, Great textureRated 5 out of 5 stars3 days agoMy new fav Vitamin C serum
I've been using the Glow Maker Vitamin C Serum for over 2 months now. It's my first purchase of this product but it won't be my last. I use it once a day after I wash my face in the morning. Then i apply my moisturizer. It's spreads easily and absorbs quickly. So i apply a few drops at a time to each section of my face and neck. It has the consistency of water and comes in a glass container with a glass dropper so there's no mess or wasted product. And the best part it has NO ODOR!! Very unusual for vitamin C serum. Most other brands smell like old hotdog water lol. I also like that it does not make my skin dry.
- BTBrooke T.Verified BuyerReviewingGlow Maker Vitamin C SerumI recommend this productWhat are your skin concerns? Fine lines and wrinkles, Acne and blemishesHow old are you? 25-34What is your skin type? CombinationProduct Standouts Gentle, Great Ingredients, HealingRated 5 out of 5 stars1 week agoI’m 5 years younger
I truly love this serum l. I have been using it for a little over a month and others have been complaining on my complexion. They ask what I’m using and they say my skin looks five years younger.
- KKKristine K.Verified BuyerReviewingGlow Maker Vitamin C SerumI recommend this productWhat are your skin concerns? Dryness, Fine lines and wrinkles, Sun Damage, Dark spotsHow old are you? 45-54What is your skin type? CombinationProduct Standouts Dramatic Results, Easy To Use, Great IngredientsRated 5 out of 5 stars1 week agoVitamin C Glow maker
I’ve been using this product for about 2 years now and it works . Love it when you find a product that actually does what it claims to do. Price is on point and i appreciate that it comes in a dark glass bottle.
- PFPEGGY F.Verified BuyerReviewingGlow Maker Vitamin C SerumI recommend this productWhat are your skin concerns? Dark spots, Dryness, Fine lines and wrinklesHow old are you? 55+What is your skin type? NormalProduct Standouts Easy To Use, Hydrating, Dramatic ResultsRated 5 out of 5 stars2 weeks agoExcellent performance at an affordable price.
An important step in my skin routine.
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For the Curious
ARE GLOW MAKER AND NIGHT RENEWER SAFE FOR PREGNANCY AND BREASTFEEDING?
Glow Maker and Night Renewer are both safe to use during pregnancy and nursing.
What is the scientific evidence that Vitamin C help build collagen and fight wrinkles?
Vitamin C is necessary in collagen production and topical Vitamin C has been scientifically proven to boost collagen production in aged skin (Nusgens et al. 2001). The collagen content in skin decreases over time – roughly 1% per year with accelerated loss post-menopause – leading to wrinkles and sagging as we get older. UV damage accelerates this process in photoaged skin.
The ability of topical Vitamin C to boost collagen production has been demonstrated in placebo-controlled trials of aged skin in postmenopausal women (Nusgens et al. 2001) and in those with photoaged skin (Traikovitch 1999). Note that the role of Vitamin C in collagen production is also responsible for its beneficial role in wound healing and for the skin symptoms of scurvy which results from Vitamin C deficiency (Pullar et al. 2017).
How does Vitamin C brighten and even out my skin tone?
Another benefit of Vitamin C is that it can brighten and even out your skin tone by treating hyperpigmentation. This is not only because Vitamin C can fight UV damage which is a main cause of hyperpigmentation, but also because it can inhibit an enzyme (tyrosinase) involved in skin pigment production. A concentration of at least 10% Ascorbic acid is recommended to get maximal benefits against UV induced hyperpigmentation (DeDormeal et al. 2019).
Why does the Glow Maker use 15% L-ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)?
L-Ascorbic Acid, also known as Vitamin C, is one of nature’s best antioxidants and indeed, one of the primary defenses against UV damage employed by the skin. Special receptors in the skin pull Vitamin C out of your bloodstream to pack your skin full of this protective antioxidant which is also the most plentiful antioxidant in the skin (Pullar et al. 2017). The number one cause of premature aging of the skin is UV damage from the sun’s rays. When your skin is exposed to UV rays, free radicals are spawned. These free radicals are like ricocheting bullets tearing up collagen and even DNA leading to photoaged skin and skin cancers. Fine lines and wrinkles, sunspots, ruptured blood vessels, enlarged pores, and rough coarse skin are some of the features of photoaged skin.
While Vitamin C in your skin plays a crucial role, unfortunately, like so many processes that occur with general aging, the Vitamin C content in your skin wanes as you age irrespective of diet, as poor blood flow and nutrient delivery start to affect levels. In other words, your natural defenses against UV damage go down with aging. This is where topical supplementation can remedy the situation as the skin absorbs the Vitamin C applied at the skin’s surface (Pullar et al. 2017).
Scientific studies show that the skin will absorb (L-Ascorbic Acid) optimally from a serum when the concentration is between 10-20% Ascorbic Acid. At these concentrations, it reaches saturation after 3 days of consistent daily application (Pinnel et al. 2001). Other derivatives of Vitamin C may be used in Vitamin C serums but in this case, they must be converted into L-Ascorbic Acid inside your skin in order to have positive effects and studies do not necessarily show that this conversion occurs. L-Ascorbic Acid is the form of Vitamin C that has been scientifically studied and clinically proven.
Why is 10% glycolic acid (Night Renewer) recommended as part of an anti-aging skincare routine?
Complete skin (epidermal) renewal occurs approximately every 28 days in young adults, while the same process takes 40 to 60 days in older people. This accumulated layer of dead skin makes the skin look rougher and the pores look more enlarged. Light reflecting on the skin also reveals a dull surface (Rodan et al. 2016). By chemically exfoliating these dead cells with hydroxy acids, one can immediately reveal smoother, brighter, and younger looking skin. Regular sloughing off of dead skin cells can also encourage faster turnover of the underlying skin cells, which again mimics the renewal process in younger skin (Kornhauser et al. 2010).
A 10% concentration of glycolic acid is the upper allowable limit for cosmetic products as regulated by the FDA. At this concentration, glycolic acid creams can be safely used and with good tolerability (Abels et al. 2011). Further, at this concentration, glycolic acid creams can be used daily, and will serve as a powerful chemical exfoliant which will improve skin texture, the appearance of lines and wrinkles. and fade hyperpigmentation over a long time. This is because the increased cell turnover will help slough off hyperpigmented skin and rapidly disperse existing pigment which helps to fade the appearance of hyperpigmentation (Kornhauser et al. 2012). Hence, a glycolic acid cream is a helpful adjunct to use along with serums that treat hyperpigmentation by quickening the process by which hyperpigmented spots are sloughed off.
Those looking for a quicker fix will often opt for a chemical peel which also may use glycolic acid but at a much higher concentrations of up to 40%. However, these quicker fixes which should only be done 1 or 2 times annually, chew through living tissue as well as dead skin cells, and so while they may be able to fade deep pigmentation and remove deep imperfections in the skin, they also may lead to scarring and require a longer healing time (Arif 2015, Chilicka et al. 2020, Garg et al. 2009, Sharad 2018).
What are some additional benefits to 10% glycolic acid (Night Renewer) for aging skin?
In addition to exfoliation, high potency glycolic acid can have other benefits as well. Though not typically thought of as a collagen booster, glycolic acid can activate underlying cellular processes that accelerate collagen synthesis by fibroblasts, and modulate matrix degradation through keratinocyte released cytokines (Okano et al. 2003). This collagen building ability was found to increase with increasing concentrations of glycolic acid all while avoiding triggering inflammation when kept at a pH of 4 or higher (Narda et al. 2020). In sun-damaged skin, glycolic acid was found to increase hyaluronic acid content in the epidermis and dermis as well as increasing collagen synthesis and epidermal thickness (Bernstein et al. 2001). In other words, glycolic acid creams are a helpful adjunct to use along with other more powerful anti-aging ingredients such as retinoids to aid in the collagen building process.
Next, glycolic acid creams can maintain the acidic pH level of the skin by supporting the acid mantle which in turn has a wide range of benefits. The skin surface and stratum corneum have a naturally acidic pH between 4.1 and 5.8 and this acidity (also referred to as “acid mantle”) is essential for maintaining the health of the skin (Lukic et al. 2021). Enzymes that build ceramides and other lipids in the skin barrier function best at a pH below 5, while increased pH activates serine proteases that degrade the skin barrier (Hachem et al. 2010). An acidic skin pH is necessary for a functioning skin barrier, which keeps bad bacteria like P. acnes out and keeps moisture in. By supporting the acid mantle, hydroxy acid creams have been shown to kill P. acnes bacteria, and increase skin moisture and strengthen the skin barrier (Valle-Gonzalez et al. 2020, Hachem et al. 2010, Rawlings et al 1996). Along with its exfoliative properties, supporting the acid mantle is one way in which high potency glycolic acid creams treat mild acne even when used alone as a monotherapy (Abels et al. 2011).
Why should I use Night Renwer only at night and use sunscreen alongside this product?
Since glycolic acid creams will increase the sun sensitivity of the skin (Kaidbey et al. 2003), this product should be used only at night, and paired with a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 during the day. High potency glycolic acid creams may also be irritating, particularly for those with sensitive skin. A supporting cast of squalane, shea butter, arnica flower, aloe, glycerin, and hyaluronic acid allows this high strength product to simultaneously hydrate, soothe and further soften and moisturize skin making it easier to tolerate for those with sensitive skin. However, for those with very sensitive skin, a lower potency hydroxy acid serum with skin smoothing peptides such as the Super Smooth serum is a better option.
Are the products fragrance-free?
We do not use perfumes or artificial fragrances in any of our products. Moonlight does have a slight citrus scent from natural oils in the formula, which are used in very low concentrations to help stabilize the serum and to help us avoid using harsh preservatives.
What's the full ingredient list of Glow Maker?
Water (Aqua), Ascorbic Acid, Ethoxydiglycol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Vitis Vinifera/Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Tocopherol, Xanthan Gum, Ferulic Acid, Lecithin, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Metabisulfite, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Callus Culture Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Maltodextrin, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol
What's the full ingredient list of Night Renewer?
Water (Aqua), Glycolic Acid, Cyclopentasiloxane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Glycerin, Squalane, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Cetearyl Glucoside, Dimethicone, Polyacrylamide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanyl Palmitate, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Laureth-7, Ammonium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol