glymed+ skincare

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

glymed+ is an American skincare brand founded in 1991 and owned by GlyMed Plus, L.L.C..

Skincare enthusiasts cherish glymed+ for its targeted moisturizers and serums, which feature sophisticated formulas designed for optimal skin health. Its products suit mature, sensitive, and compromised skin best because the thoughtful formulations respect delicate skin barriers. For those managing acne-prone skin, the Oxygen Cream provides a reliable solution, while the DAILY SKIN CLARIFIER addresses concerns with dark spots. Through consistent use, the brand helps maintain a balanced, radiant, and healthy complexion.

This page covers some of the most popular glymed+ products; for the whole glymed+ range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.

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Questions and answers

Is glymed+ worth it?

Glymed+ is worth it because Lovi rates the glymed+ routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Additionally, the glymed+ products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

What are glymed+'s best products?

Glymed+ features Oxygen Cream, which Lovi rates High for dry skin and Average for dry sensitive, mature, combination, acne-prone, sensitive, dark spots, and oily acne-prone skin. Lovi rates the brand's routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

Which glymed+ moisturizer is best for dry skin?

Oxygen Cream is the best glymed+ moisturizer for dry skin, as Lovi rates it High for that skin type. The glymed+ products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

Does glymed+ cause breakouts?

Glymed+ is unlikely to cause breakouts, and Lovi rates the glymed+-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin. The glymed+ products on this page list no fragrance.

Is glymed+ fragrance-free?

Yes, every one of the glymed+ products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

What are the key ingredients in glymed+ products?

The key ingredients in the glymed+ products on this page include glycerin, retinyl palmitate, and licorice root extract. Glycerin helps maintain soft, hydrated skin, while retinyl palmitate and licorice root extract help improve skin texture and tone.

International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2021

How do I build a glymed+ skincare routine?

To build a glymed+ routine from the options on this page, start by applying DAILY SKIN CLARIFIER, then follow with Oxygen Cream to moisturize. Lovi rates the glymed+ routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

What are good alternatives to glymed+?

Good alternatives to glymed+ include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. These brands also have dedicated pages on Lovi for comparison.

glymed+ vs CeraVe: which is better?

Lovi rates glymed+ routines as Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin, compared to High or Superior for CeraVe routines.

Who owns glymed+, and where is it from?

glymed+ is an American brand founded in 1991, owned by GlyMed Plus, L.L.C..

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Is glymed+ cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list glymed+ as cruelty-free.

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Research behind glymed+'s key ingredients

Tailoring of Retinyl Palmitate-Based Ethosomal Hydrogel as a Novel Nanoplatform for Acne Vulgaris Management: Fabrication, Optimization, and Clinical Evaluation Employing a Split-Face Comparative Study
Retinyl palmitate · International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2021
Licochalcone A activates Nrf2 in vitro and contributes to licorice extract-induced lowered cutaneous oxidative stress in vivo
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract licorice root extract · Experimental Dermatology, 2015
The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study
Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Structural characterization and in vivo evaluation of retinyl palmitate in non-ionic lamellar liquid crystalline system
Retinyl palmitate · Colloids and Surfaces. B, Biointerfaces, 2011
Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of a Topical Formulation Containing Epidermal Growth Factor, Tranexamic Acid, Vitamin C, Arbutin, Niacinamide and Other Ingredients as Hydroquinone 4% Alternatives to Improve Hyperpigmentation: A Prospective, Randomized, Controlled Split Face Study
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi leaf extract · Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020

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Effect of seasonal and geographical differences on skin and effect of treatment with an osmoprotectant: Sorbitol
Sorbitol · Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2013
Influence of vitamin E acetate on stratum corneum hydration
Tocopheryl acetate · Arzneimittel-Forschung, 1998
The effect of a vitamin A palmitate and antioxidant-containing oil-based moisturizer on photodamaged skin of several body sites
Retinyl palmitate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2013
Nanostructured Lipid Carrier Based Gel Containing α-Tocopherol and α-Tocopheryl Acetate for Synergistic Cutaneous Antiaging Efficacy
Tocopheryl acetate · Scientific Reports, 2025
Safety assessment on comedogenicity of dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate in Asian subjects: A double-blind randomized controlled trial
Tocopheryl acetate · Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021

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Behind these ratings

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

Nadia Kapleva, MS

Co-founder, Medical Director

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
Alexey Shagraev, PhD

Co-founder, CEO and CTO

PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

Medical Board

Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
Aishani Shah, MD

Medical Board

Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
Asya Zubkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
Hanna Kurets, MD

Medical Board, Medical Advisor

Dermatology MD
Elina Nazarenko, MD

Medical Board

Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
Victoria Derkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist