"Happy New Year, Markey, Jen and everyone! You guys are so special and I am grateful a friend introduced me to you all many years ago. Being able to reach out this past year - while I was pregnant for the first time and then dealing with postpartum funkiness - was so helpful. I felt supported and cared for in a way that no other skincare company would ever be able to do.
And! All of the recommendations that Jen made have been very helpful. Ill be 39 this year and my skin is feeling better than ever. So please know that your hard days and hard work are having a positive impact on us ... I know I can't be the only one.
Love you guys! Thank you for everything you do! Xx"
V.V.
"Happy New Year! Thank you for Garden of Wisdom, I have found it to be a
wonderful source of quality ingredients for my personal skin- and hair-care over the years. I hope 2026 will be a better one for all of us."
Harmony J.
“I wanted to tell you that my skin is looking a lot better. I’ve stayed consistent with the routine and I’m not having the itch rash breakouts on my forehead and temples anymore. I’m using the soap free cleanser in the morning and the Micellar dew at night to remove makeup... I’m using the oat enriched serum first then the banana healing serum with three drops of prickly pear oil, and then I follow with the emulsion as the last step. So far so good!”
Kelsie M.
"I absolutely LOVE the Garden of Wisdom skincare line. As with most women, I have spent decades trying so many products, I have lost count. Many of which were toxic and it seems further compounded the issues. I have long hoped to find a minimalist skincare line grounded in nature and science. Jen's knowledge and care is bar to none - she has not only spent significant time reviewing my current products to help me understand problematic ingredients but she also has helped educate me on the broader contributing factors to my skin conditions. I am happy to say that the GOW products have made a big difference in a short amount of time. My skin feels calmer, smoother, and generally less reactive. I'm so happy I found GOW!"
Sue A.
"I absolutely LOVE the Garden of Wisdom skincare line. As with most women, I have spent decades trying so many products, I have lost count. Many of which were toxic and it seems further compounded the issues. I have long hoped to find a minimalist skincare line grounded in nature and science. Jen's knowledge and care is bar to none - she has not only spent significant time reviewing my current products to help me understand problematic ingredients but she also has helped educate me on the broader contributing factors to my skin conditions. I am happy to say that the GOW products have made a big difference in a short amount of time. My skin feels calmer, smoother, and generally less reactive. I'm so happy I found GOW!"
Anne
“Gratitude to Garden of Wisdom!
The dedicated team at GOW have collaborated with me to develop a skin care routine that works to include a custom blended facial cleanser and moisture products for mature skin. I use the Rosacea Serum along with the Renew and Defend Elixir and Rose Stem Cell Peptide daily. I no longer use prescription creams to manage my rosacea! Their responsiveness to my many questions and attentive care to orders proves the integrity of this small family run business. These people put their heart into sourcing natural ingredients and creating formulas that are gentle and effective. I feel great about supporting this business!”
Liz L.
"A month in and my skin is LOVING these products. I did not think it would be happy only being cleansed with micellar water but it really is. I have also been loving the prickly pear seed oil for a moisturizer, and I've been experimenting with the other serums to see what combos I like. I also love the tonic spray."
Heidi H.
"It’s a wonderful thing to find people in this world that really put their heart into what they do for others. That is what you all do every single day! Every interaction I’ve had with your company has been exceptional!!! Even how you pack and seal all the little bottles into bags—then some have the extra outer bubble-wrapped bags. Absolute perfection! I always feel cared for when I receive your packages. Indeed, those details do make all the difference! Oh, and the sweet little hearts on the receipts!"
Waited until I used the whole bottle to review... My rosacea has improved so much using this emulsion!!! I'm in love with the fact that it's a moisturizer with no oils or butters, for I have very dry but easily clogged skin. The oat smell was not a problem for me and became comforting in a strange way LOL! Thank you for making such great products!! <3
Decadent Oat Enriched Emulsion (No Essential Oils)
Nicole B
The BEST Azelaic Acid Product I've Tried
I've been using azelaic acid for a couple of years for my pustular rosacea. It is the one thing that helps my skin stay clear the most. I've tried so many different brands, and most contain ingredients that clog my pores or my skin can't tolerate (like silicones, glycols, and other acids). This product has been AMAZING--it smooths my skin and bumps, it isn't harsh, and gives me a nice glow without being oily or sticky. Also I've noticed azelaic acid works better for me than other derivatives. The slightly grainy texture of this product doesn't bother me and doesn't linger on my skin. Please don't stop making this version!!!
Azelaic Acid 8% Serum
Sheryl Paradis
Refreshing and calming
Refreshing and calming. So many skin benefits but even if there wasn’t any benefits I’d use it for the smell alone!
Neroli Orange Blossom Hydrosol Organic
Danyelle Scott, RF, MT, PTA
So far I have used this HA serum only four days in a row.
So far I have used this HA serum only four days in a row, and overall I like it. I'll have to use it for much longer to determine just how effective it is. I do, however, really like the rooster derived HA serum, which I have purchased from GOW before, because I know it's the real thing, so to speak, and I don't mind that it's animal sourced, because I'm not a vegetarian, and fowl is being consumed in huge quantities by non vegetarians in any case, i.e., they're not on the endangered species list. :)
Clearly Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum
Khalua Kinard
Amazing!
I love the smell and the glow you have after using it.
Pineapple & Red Wine Exfoliating Gel
Jennifer Goldberg
Can finally tolerate dry air
Can finally tolerate dry air.
Ceramide Hydrating Complex Serum with Cosmocil CQ
SV
Miracle
Beta glucans for the win! This really did wonders for my dry skin. I feel like it does more than HA alone. I have combination skin and eczema and I did not experience any issues regarding acne or irritation.
Oat Enriched Facial Serum
Anonymous
TXA - the wonder drug
I just started using the TXA+Z Radiance Serum so it’s a little too soon to tell if it will help with my dark patches but I think it’s starting to help. As a surgical RN, I am very familiar with TXA (given IV) and find it an amazing and very useful drug in the OR so I have no doubt it will be beneficial on my skin.
Most effective clean aluminum-free plant-based deodorant
I've been using clean plant-based deodorant for a decade, and this seems to do the best job of controlling odors that develop because of hormones, stress, and exercise. When I saw the size of the bottle, I checked to make sure I hadn't ordered the trial size; however, this tiny bottle delivers a lot in a small dot applied to each armpit and will likely last several weeks.
Waited until I used the whole bottle to review... My rosacea has improved so much using this emulsion!!! I'm in love with the fact that it's a moisturizer with no oils or butters, for I have very dry but easily clogged skin. The oat smell was not a problem for me and became comforting in a strange way LOL! Thank you for making such great products!! <3
Hi Grace °❀.ೃ࿔* This made us smile with gratitude. Thank you for taking the time to finish the bottle and then come back to share your experience. That really helps customers understand the product's long-term impact.
This emulsion was created specifically for skin like yours. Very dry, easily congested, and often reactive. We wanted something deeply comforting without relying on oils or butters that can feel too heavy or pore-clogging for some (not all)
skin types, especially rosacea-prone skin.
We love that you mentioned the oat (we think you meant the glutathione) aroma becoming comforting. Although overwhelming at first, this ingredient is incredibly healing and soothing.
Thank you for trusting us with your skin and for such a thoughtful, generous review.
We’re so glad this formula was what your skin desired. ͙֒
I've been using azelaic acid for a couple of years for my pustular rosacea. It is the one thing that helps my skin stay clear the most. I've tried so many different brands, and most contain ingredients that clog my pores or my skin can't tolerate (like silicones, glycols, and other acids). This product has been AMAZING--it smooths my skin and bumps, it isn't harsh, and gives me a nice glow without being oily or sticky. Also I've noticed azelaic acid works better for me than other derivatives. The slightly grainy texture of this product doesn't bother me and doesn't linger on my skin. Please don't stop making this version!!!
Nicole ❤️ and WOW WOW WOW, thank you so much!
Azelaic acid can be a lifeline for some skin types, and we’re very intentional about keeping this formula simple, focused, and free from common troublemakers that can overwhelm sensitive or reactive skin. We’re especially glad to hear that this version works well for you without feeling harsh, sticky, or pore-clogging. 😲
Your note about preferring azelaic acid itself, rather than derivatives, is exactly why this product exists in its current form. The texture is a deliberate trade-off to keep the formula gentle and effective, and it’s reassuring to know it hasn’t affected our experience.
We appreciate your being a part of the GoW family.
Refreshing and calming. So many skin benefits but even if there wasn’t any benefits I’d use it for the smell alone!
Thank you, Sheryl,
We all agree here that Neroli in any form is such a delightful experience for the nose and the soul.
We appreciate your being a part of our GoW family.
Markey ͙֒
So far I have used this HA serum only four days in a row.
So far I have used this HA serum only four days in a row, and overall I like it. I'll have to use it for much longer to determine just how effective it is. I do, however, really like the rooster derived HA serum, which I have purchased from GOW before, because I know it's the real thing, so to speak, and I don't mind that it's animal sourced, because I'm not a vegetarian, and fowl is being consumed in huge quantities by non vegetarians in any case, i.e., they're not on the endangered species list. :)
Danyelle
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience, especially so early on. We truly appreciate how thoughtfully you approach ingredients and sourcing.
Our Clearly Pure Hyaluronic Acid is intentionally simple and clean, designed to let the ingredient speak for itself over time. You’re absolutely right that hyaluronic acid benefits are best judged with continued use.
We also appreciate your openness in mentioning our rooster-derived hyaluronic acid. Transparency matters to us, and we respect that different customers make different choices based on their values and needs.
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Our goal is always to offer high-quality options clearly labeled so you can choose the option that best aligns with you.
Thank you! for your trust and for being part of the Garden of Wisdom community.