Strawberry Smooth BHA+AHA Salicylic Serum

Name: Strawberry Smooth BHA+AHA Salicylic Serum
Brand: Glow Recipe
SKU: GRD229UN
Price: 42.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Rated 4.7 out of 5

Based on 688 reviews

Meet Strawberry Smooth: Gently smooth texture, clear breakouts, and refine pores, while calming skin with our most powerful, yet gentle daily clarifying BHA+AHA serum.Read more

Benefits: Smooth texture & prevent breakouts

Targets: Blemishes & uneven texture

Clinically Effective Ingredients: BHA + AHA

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Rated 4.6 out of 5

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Strawberry Smooth BHA+AHA Salicylic Serum

About the product

Meet Strawberry Smooth: Gently smooth texture, clear breakouts, and refine pores, while calming skin with our most powerful, yet gentle daily clarifying BHA+AHA serum.

Powered by our 10% Clarity Acid Complex™–a special blend of 2% salicylic acid & mandelic acid (AHA+BHA), strawberry, azelaic acid, and succinic acid–this serum gently smooths texture, clears breakouts, and refines pores, while calming skin. These clarifying qualities are balanced with hydrating & soothing ingredients like hyaluronic acid & allantoin to add moisture and protect your skin for a soft-glow finish. It’s time to ditch over drying acid treatments & get Strawberry smooth!

The shelf life for this product once opened, is 12 months.

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About Glow Recipe: Glow Recipe creates clean, clinically-effective, fruit-powered skincare for glowing skin. Anchored in Korean skincare philosophies, this sensorial skincare line develops innovative formulas that pair antioxidant-rich fruit with gentle yet powerful actives for real results and your healthiest, glowiest skin yet. Vegan. Cruelty-free.

10% Clarity Acid Complex™

2% Encapsulated Salicylic Acid (BHA): Closer to skin’s pH level, this encapsulated form of salicylic acid gently dissolves blemish-causing buildup and balances oil with minimized irritation.
Mandelic Acid (AHA) A larger exfoliating molecule that smooths rough texture and slowly penetrates for minimal irritation.

Strawberry:

Naturally occurring enzymes found in strawberry water and leaf extract work to hydrate & resurface skin while reducing production of excess oil.

Azelaic Acid Liposome:

Boosts the performance of salicylic acid to gently calm sensitized, blemish-prone skin and provide a brightened complexion.

Succinic Acid:

A naturally derived acid that hydrates, soothes, & decongests your skin

Hyaluronic Acid:

A holy grail hydrator that retains 1000 times its weight in water and plumps and restores moisture to the skin (a.k.a all day hydration!)

Allantoin:

A moisturizing skin protectant that also smooths the skin.

Bisabolol:

A soothing form of vitamin B with skin brightening benefits.

Free Of:

Parabens, Mineral Oil, Silicones, Phthalates, Drying Alcohols, Synthetic Dyes, & Synthetic Fragrance. Vegan & Cruelty-free.

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Water/Aqua/Eau, Methylpropanediol, C9-12 Alkane, Fragaria Vesca (Strawberry) Fruit Extract, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Salicylic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Mandelic Acid, Succinic Acid, Fragaria Vesca (Strawberry) Leaf Extract, Azelaic Acid, Allantoin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Bisabolol, Opuntia Ficus-Indica (Prickly Pear) Flower Extract, Niacinamide, Glucosamine, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Dextrin, Polydextrose, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Amylopectin, Butylene Glycol, Succinoglycan, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Lauroyl Lysine, Sodium Phytate, Lecithin, Aminomethyl Propanol, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Fragrance/Parfum.

This serum is gentle enough to use daily, both morning & night. Dispense 1–2 pumps and gently pat onto a clean face and neck until fully absorbed. During the day, follow with sunscreen after moisturizer.

Pro Tip:

Double serum with our other serums for double the benefits! We recommend applying your serums in order of density, starting with the thinnest, more lightweight of treatments.

Double Serum Combinations:

Strawberry + Plum Serum = Clarify + Plump
Strawberry + Avocado Serum = Clarify + Soothe
Strawberry + Guava Serum = Clarify + Brighten
Strawberry + Dew Drops = Clarify + Instantly Glow

What is the proper way to store my Strawberry Serum?

Keep in a cool, dry place. Do not keep in direct light.

Can you use it day and night?

Yes! If this is your first time using an acid treatment we recommend patch testing first and gradually introducing the serum into your routine. Our formula is gentle enough to be used either day or night or both, even with the high percentage of acids. The encapsulated salicylic acid we chose is closer to skin’s natural pH level while the mandelic acid is a larger exfoliating molecule that penetrates skin slowly - both producing real results with minimized irritation.
If used during the day, make sure to wear sunscreen at the end of your skincare routine.

Are there any other ingredients to avoid when using this serum?

This formula pairs great with most ingredients, except benzoyl peroxide. There’s a common misconception that salicylic acid (BHA) cannot be used while using retinol products, which is not the case. The two ingredients can actually work synergistically together to be more effective. People with oily skin that are not particularly sensitive may be able to tolerate using both on a daily basis. People with more dry or sensitive skin, can ease into using both ingredients into their routine by using a salicylic acid formula in the day and retinol at night. As always, we recommend patch testing.

At Glow Recipe, we’re committed to glowing responsibly, creating products that are good for your skin and the planet. In partnership with Pact Collective, we aim to give your glow empties a second life! To learn more about our sustainability initiatives click here

FULL-SIZE (30 ml)

Cap

Recycling Instructions

Likely Curbside Recyclable. .Clean and put in your recycling bin

Material

% PCR

98%

Resin code

Carton

Recycling Instructions

Likely Curbside Recyclable. .Clean and put in your recycling bin

Material

Paper

% PCR

30%

Resin code

Bottle

Recycling Instructions

Pact Accepted. Clean and drop off at your nearest Pact collection bin.

Material

Glass

% PCR

70%

Resin code

Pump

Recycling Instructions

Pact Accepted. Clean and drop off at your nearest Pact collection bin.

Material

PP, SS, PE, and POM

% PCR

54%

Resin code

Made in USA

Real Results

100% had a significant improvement in fine lines and wrinkles
*In a clinical study of 34 participants, after 4 weeks of use:

The strawberry Serum is very smooth and non tacky. After using it for a week. I noticed a dramatic difference in my pores and texture in my skin. It also helped fade away my acne scars and clear my acne. I highly recommend if you are dealing with acne or have acne prone skin or just dry skin in general.
- Crystal

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Our serums are packed with clinically effective ingredients that target your skin's daily needs. Formulated to achieve real skin results, our serums are made to be used together so you can target multiple skin concerns at once. We recommend layering serums from thinnest consistency to thickest for optimal absorbtion & love to switch up which serums we use based on ever-changing skin concerns. Curious which serums are right for you? There's a guide for that.

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Sustainability

Carbon Neutral

Recycle your empties with Pact

Clean Ingredients

Responsible Sourcing

100% recyclable & FSC-Certified paper packaging

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Reviewed by Char

I don't recommend this product

Age Range

35 - 44

Skin Type

Combination

Skin Concern

Dark spots

Rated 1 out of 5

Review posted

Disappointed

I recently purchased a bottle of yourStrawberry Smooth BHA + AHA Salicylic Serum on December 15th from Sephora Singapore. However, when I finally opened the new bottle, I discovered that the spray nozzle is faulty, causing the serum to be wasted as it does not spray properly.

I kept the product in my drawer after purchasing, as I still had supply left and did not open the new bottle until recently. Despite this, the spray malfunctioned right away.

Unfortunately, I am aware that Sephora has a 30-day return/exchange policy, which has now lapsed. As such, I am unable to exchange the product through them. Given this situation, I would like to request a resolution directly through glow recipe customer service team.

I explained my situation regarding the products purchased from Sephora, and Glow Recipe responded, asking for additional details like a video or picture. I provided those, but they then told me to reach out to Sephora instead. I sent another email, but never received a response. A few weeks later, the other Glow Recipe serum I purchased developed the same issue—the nozzle stopped dispensing the product. I’m extremely disappointed with both the product quality and how Glow Recipe has handled the situation. If you're not willing to take responsibility or offer a solution, please stop requesting evidence.

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Glow Recipe

Hi Char! Thanks for your review and feedback. We are so sorry you experienced this and have passed along all feedback to our production team. Our team replied to all emails we received with instructions on how to return the product for a refund. Unfortunately, an item purchased from a Sephora store must be returned to Sephora as we have no access to their transactions. We apologize again and invite you to please email us again for any further assistance - love@glowrecipe.com

Reviewed by Anaiah T.

I recommend this product

Age Range

Under 18

Skin Type

Teen
Acne

Skin Concern

Pores
Acne
Oiliness
Dullness

Rated 5 out of 5

Review posted

Life changing!

I have never felt more confident and absolutely beautiful! This really boosted my confidence!

Results	Rated 5 out of 5

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Reviewed by Vanessa R.

Verified Buyer

I recommend this product

Age Range

18 - 24

Skin Type

Combination
Acne
Sensitive

Skin Concern

Acne
Oiliness
Pores

Rated 5 out of 5

Review posted

A Must-Have for Acne-Prone Skin! 🍓❤️

I have been using this in my routine for YEARS, and I love this serum so much!

This Strawberry Serum helps control my acne very well! It tackles my existing acne on the surface and clarifies my pores before any severe breakouts happen. In turn, my skin has a noticeably smoother texture. It also helps heal the hyperpigmentation left behind by my acne faster than if I let it heal on its own. With consistent daily use, my dark spots would disappear within 4-6 weeks instead of several months! This serum also balances my skin, leaving it soft with a satisfying scent!

Now I use this serum as a preventative alongside the Blackberry and Avocado serums! I highly recommend this product for those with combination and/or acne-prone skin!

Results	Rated 5 out of 5

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Reviewed by Viviana M.

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I recommend this product

Age Range

35 - 44

Skin Type

Skin Concern

Uneven tone

Rated 5 out of 5

Review posted

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Results	Rated 5 out of 5

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Reviewed by Vivian R.

Verified Buyer

I recommend this product

Age Range

25 - 34

Skin Type

Combination
Acne

Skin Concern

Acne
Pores

Rated 5 out of 5

Review posted

The best for my hormonal acne

My first time trying this product and brand and this serum works wonders. It smells amazing , with regular use of this product at night my acne breakouts clear up within 3-4 days. Great texture as well. Keep up the good work Glow Recipe team

Results	Rated 4 out of 5

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Strawberry Smooth BHA+AHA Salicylic Serum