GLOWDEGA® • THE ARCHIVE
Skin saviors.
Since 2016.
Hi, we’re GLOWDEGA®!
Actually we’re Hadiyah (owner) and Sabrina (the boss) and together we have 10 years experience as licensed estheticians. That probably makes us Master Estheticians now.
GLOWDEGA® was an inclusive skin studio open to all humans with skin. We officially closed our doors on April 30, 2026.
Now: The Glow Gazette archive. 127 published posts from the GLOWDEGA era, preserved as individual pages.
THE GLOW GAZETTE127 POSTS
Ask An Esthetician: Can I Get a Facial while on Tretinoin?
The short answer is: yes, you can get a facial while on tretinoin . But the type of facial you will be able to get may be limited. Nearly all estheticians require their clients to complete an informed consent form…
This is Your Skin On Weed
With the upcoming international holiday for weed enthusiasts coming up (4/20), now’s the perfect time to dive deep on the effects of marijuana on the skin. Everybody smokes weed or enjoys a little edible here and there…
Kitty Care Kit: Brazilian Wax Aftercare Products You Need
Ladies and gentlemen—because it's 2018 after all and ladies aren't the only ones who are turning their genitals into smooth criminals—let's talk about products made especially for our genitals post-waxing . The key to…
What to Tip Your Esthetician
Let's talk about tips. Tips have a somewhat complicated history here in America. And today, tipping is still controversial even in the beauty industry. Some people refuse to leave gratuity for beauty professionals while…
DIY Acne Facial
You’ve learned that you need to acne facials to help keep your skin clear and glowing. But… in this economy? Getting those monthly or bi-weekly acne facial treatments feel more luxury than essential. So you’ve searched…
Everything You Need to Know About Tretinoin
There is a love/hate relationship between tretinoin and estheticians. Some outright refuse to work with clients who are actively using tretinoin while others can make accommodations and find routines that work around…
Changes @ FAIRY GLOW MOTHER
I'm making some changes to the way we do things. These changes are to better reflect results-oriented skin services. The impetus for this shift is to aid clients in forming healthy skin care habits while also being…
What’s the Deal with Doxycycline?
When it comes to treating persistent acne, dermatologists have increasingly turned to a decades-old antibiotic that's become a frequent topic of discussion in the skincare community. As one of the most commonly…
Exorcising Bad Skin Days: Treatments That Banish Complexion Demons
Certain skin issues can feel like persistent demons haunting our complexion, resistant to our everyday rituals and potions. These skin "possessions" can leave us feeling frustrated, self-conscious, and desperate for a…
#GlowIn6 Challenge
New year, fresh skin! Are you ready to #GlowIn6? I woke up Friday morning and lazily tweeted this, thinking I wouldn't get very many responses: https://twitter.com/fairyglowmother/status/1210625266218725376?s=20 As it…
Post-Inflammatory Erythema Explained by An Esthetician
While everyone seems to be hyper-aware of hyperpigmentation, there's a little bit more mystery around Post-Inflammatory Erythema (PIE). Is it just redness or could it be something more? And how is it not…
Beauty & The Bean: your skin on TikTok’s Dense Bean Salad
Smoothie bowls and avocado toast are out! There's a new kid on the block, and it's packed with more beans than you can shake a spoon at. TikTok's latest food obsession - the dense bean salad - is taking the internet by…