Ladies, if you’ve ever gone through chemotherapy — or you’re still on that journey — you already know your skin tells its own story. It becomes fragile, reactive, unpredictable. You touch your face and think, “When will I feel like me again?”
And then winter hits. ❄️
Suddenly, every gust of wind feels like sandpaper, the air inside is dry as dust, and no matter how much cream you use — it’s never enough.
But here’s what I want you to hear loud and clear… Your skin isn’t broken. It’s rebuilding. It just needs skincare that knows how to nurture it — not fight it.
💗 Born from Healing — Marlene’s Story
Gleem Beauty was created by Marlene Wallach, a breast cancer survivor who spent five years in treatment. Through it all, her skin changed. Nothing felt right — until one thing did: pure, healing aloe vera.
That simple, soothing ingredient became her comfort. And years later, it became her mission — to design skincare that helps every woman feel safe, comfortable, and beautiful in her own skin again.
That’s what Gleem stands for. 💖
What Happens to Skin During and After Chemo
Chemotherapy doesn’t just affect what’s happening inside — it affects your skin’s renewal process, too. The outer layer that once locked in hydration and kept irritants out becomes thinner and more vulnerable.
You might notice:
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Your skin feels tight, itchy, or easily irritated
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You see more dryness and flaking than usual
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Even “clean” products start to sting
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Redness and inflammation flare up easily
And that’s because your barrier — your skin’s invisible armor — is asking for help.
(Dreno et al., Supportive Care in Cancer, 2020)
❄️ How to Support Chemo-Treated Skin in Winter
Now, here’s where Gleem comes in — products made for skin that’s been through life, not just beauty routines. Let's walk through the winter recovery ritual — because the right steps make all the difference.
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Start with barrier-friendly cleansing.
Your cleanser shouldn’t leave your skin squeaky or tight. The Super Nourishing Cleanser is pH-balanced and infused with Aloe Vera, Chamomile, and Cucumber Extract. It melts away impurities while keeping that delicate barrier calm and comfortable. -
Follow with hydration that repairs.
The Super Nourishing Toner and Microbiome Nourishing Moisturizer are like a reset button for your skin. They bring back hydration, calm irritation, and strengthen your microbiome — your skin’s invisible ecosystem that keeps everything balanced.(Prescott et al., Front. Microbiol., 2017)
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Lock in moisture overnight.
Think of the Soft Immersion Night Moisturizer as your overnight barrier therapy. Ceramides, Collagen, and Hyaluronic Acid create a cocoon of moisture so you wake up to softer, more resilient skin by morning.(Draelos, J Clin Aesthet Dermatol, 2018)
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Protect by day, without irritation.
The One & Done Moisturizer + SPF 30 gives you everything — mineral sun protection, hydration, and brightening — all in one step. It’s non-nano Zinc Oxide for clean SPF, and soothing Aloe Vera so your skin feels comforted, not coated.
💫 A Gentle Reminder
Healing doesn’t happen overnight — and that’s okay.
Your skin’s rebuilding itself just like you did: one day, one layer, one breath at a time.
So instead of chasing “normal,” let’s aim for nourished, balanced, and comfortable.
That’s the Gleem way — skincare that’s not just effective, but empathetic.
Your Winter Skin Recovery Routine
Step 1: Super Nourishing Cleanser
Imagine washing your face without that squeaky, stripped feeling. This cleanser is pH-balanced with Aloe Vera, Chamomile, and Cucumber Extract — it melts away dryness and leaves you calm, not tight.
Step 2: Super Nourishing Toner
Think of this as your skin’s deep breath. It refreshes, rebalances, and preps your skin so every next step feels like a hug.
Step 3: Microbiome Nourishing Moisturizer
Here’s where the magic happens. Pre- and post-biotics rebuild your skin’s microbiome — the natural ecosystem that keeps irritation away. You’re strengthening your skin from the inside out.
Step 4: Soft Immersion Night Moisturizer
This is your recovery blanket in a jar. Ceramides and Hyaluronic Acid seal in moisture while you sleep, so you wake up to softness — not tightness.
Step 5: One & Done Day Moisturizer + SPF 30
During the day, protect that fresh new skin with gentle, mineral SPF. Non-nano Zinc Oxide and Vitamin C beads shield, brighten, and soothe — no sting, no heaviness, just comfort and glow.
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💖 For every winter that feels too harsh, there’s Gleem — skincare created from survival, made to soothe, and inspired by healing.
🧠 Scientific References
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Dreno, B. et al. (2020). Supportive Care in Cancer – Chemotherapy-induced barrier dysfunction.
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Surjushe, A. et al. (2008). Indian J Dermatol – Aloe vera: A short review of its therapeutic properties.
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Prescott, S. et al. (2017). Frontiers in Microbiology – Microbiome modulation for skin health.
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Draelos, Z.D. (2018). J Clin Aesthet Dermatol – Ceramide-containing products for barrier repair.