I Tried the Glow Serum With a 150,000-Person Waitlist — and I Understand the Hype

Consider what the perfect complexion product might look like. For me, it’s a lightweight, highly hydrating, subtly tinted liquid; one that, of course, contains sun protection — of at least 30 SPF. The Naked Sundays CabanaGlow SPF50 Mineral Glow Serum Drops tick every box on my fantasy product list — and then some. 

Hailing from an Australian suncare-centric brand, the aptly named glow drops offer so much more than conventional sunscreen. They instantly enhance skin of all types and tones; over time, they support skin hydration and help preserve a youthful glow.

Prior to its launch last month, the product amassed a waitlist of more than 150,000 people. I’ve been lucky enough to get my hands on two bottles of the stuff, each in a different shade. Incidentally, celebrities including Kaley Cuoco and Suki Waterhouse have already donned the illuminators on red carpets… and, after trying the formulas myself, I completely understand why.

The Naked Sundays CabanaGlow SPF50 Mineral Glow Serum Drops  are lightweight, semi-sheer illuminating liquids. The SPF 50-spiked broad-spectrum formulas protect against skin-aging UV rays while simultaneously imparting luminosity. Lightweight and non-greasy, the serum-like liquids bestow wow-worthy radiance in seconds. Wear alone for the ultimate no-makeup-makeup look, or under foundation for a lit-from-within glow.

The drops are available in three semi-sheer finishes — illuminating, bronze, and pearl — each of which melts tracelessly into skin and flatters all tones. Furthermore, the formulas are designed for mixing, if you so please, to create a custom glow (three drops bronzing, one drop illuminating is my preferred concoction).

The bronze tint — a pick-me-up on drab winter mornings — is perfect for creating a quick, believable, sunkissed warmth. The illuminating tint, as its name suggests, imparts a healthy radiance. Per the brand, the formula also blurs imperfections and smooths unevenness. Finally, the pearl tint provides an ultra-subtle flush of iridescent pink for youthful, fresh-faced vibrance.

In addition to instant radiance, the Cabana Glow formulas compliment the complexion over time thanks to an array of skincare ingredients. Hyaluronic acid, a water-loving molecule, draws moisture from the surrounding air and into skin, where it plumps and hydrates. Algae, rich in antioxidants, fends off skin-aging free radicals and improves overall tone.

If enviable radiance is of interest, shop the Naked Sundays CabanaGlow SPF 50 Mineral Glow Serum Drops. Hurry — given its popularity, sold-out status is certainly a risk.

Shop additional glow-inducing complexion products:

Chanel Les Beiges Sheer Healthy Glow Highlighting Fluid

Merit Great Skin Instant Glow Serum

Saie Slip Tint Dewy SPF 35 Tinted Moisturizer