Quick answer
Apply The Glow Hero after your water-based serum and before your moisturizer. This oil-serum hybrid needs to sit closest to the skin to deliver bakuchiol and its nourishing benefits, while moisturizer seals everything in. Wait 30–60 seconds between layers to avoid pilling.
Why the order matters for an oil-serum hybrid
The Glow Hero is an oil-serum hybrid, meaning it combines the efficacy of a serum with the nourishing feel of an oil. In Korean skincare layering, products go from thinnest to thickest consistency. Because this hybrid has an oil component, it should go after watery serums but before a thicker moisturizer. If you apply it after moisturizer, the oil molecules may not penetrate as well, and you could end up with a greasy surface rather than a healthy glow.
Morning vs. evening: when to use The Glow Hero
You can use The Glow Hero in both your morning and evening routines. In the morning, it gives a subtle glow that works well under makeup like The Dewy Day. In the evening, it supports overnight repair. However, if you use active ingredients like retinol or exfoliating acids, apply those first, wait, then follow with The Glow Hero. Always finish with SPF in the morning.
The Dewy Day
Step-by-step layering routine
- Start with cleansed, slightly damp skin: After cleansing, pat your skin dry or leave it slightly damp. Apply your toner or essence if you use one. This prepares the skin to absorb The Glow Hero evenly. Checkpoint: Skin should feel soft, not tight or wet.
- Apply water-based serum (if using): If you use a water-based serum like a hyaluronic acid or vitamin C serum, apply it now. Wait 30 seconds for it to absorb. This step is optional but helps target specific concerns. Mistake to avoid: Don't mix The Glow Hero with your water-based serum in your hand; layer them separately.
- Dispense 2-3 drops of The Glow Hero: Warm the oil-serum hybrid between your fingertips and press gently into your face and neck. Avoid rubbing. The heat from your hands helps it spread evenly. Checkpoint: You should feel a light, nourishing layer, not a heavy grease slick.
- Wait 30-60 seconds: Give The Glow Hero a moment to settle before applying moisturizer. This prevents pilling and allows the bakuchiol to work. Use this time to apply eye cream if you use one. Mistake to avoid: Applying moisturizer immediately can dilute the serum and reduce its effectiveness.
- Apply your daily moisturizer: Use a moisturizer suited to your skin type. For extra dewiness, you can use a moisturizer like The Make My Day Cream. Apply in upward strokes, pressing gently. This seals in The Glow Hero. Checkpoint: Your skin should feel hydrated and comfortable, not tacky.
- Finish with SPF in the morning: If it's your morning routine, always finish with a broad-spectrum sunscreen. The Glow Hero doesn't contain SPF, so you need separate sun protection. The Dewy Day has SPF 30, but you may still need additional SPF for full protection. Mistake to avoid: Skipping SPF because your foundation has some. You need enough sunscreen for adequate coverage.
Product facts
- The Glow Hero: The Glow Hero is an oil-serum hybrid with bakuchiol that fights signs of aging and gives a healthy, long-lasting glow. It has soothing and nourishing properties for a revitalized complexion. Bakuchiol is a gentler alternative to retinol, so it suits most skin types. Its hybrid texture means it layers best before moisturizer to avoid diluting its benefits.
