Uneven tone & marks
Old blemish marks, sun patches or a tired, uneven look across the cheeks and forehead.
Start with theBrightening Boost CreamArtisanal, small-batch skincare formulated in the USA for all skin types, including melanin-rich tones. Every order is personally confirmed with you via WhatsApp prior to payment.


Nubian Glaze is a skincare brand built for all skin types, with particular care for melanin-rich skin. We formulate and manufacture in the USA, blending naturally derived ingredients with thoughtful science — made with care and precision, in small batches, by hand.
Our formulas are paraben-free and cruelty-free, and our range keeps growing as we develop new products. What we make is readily available locally, so you can start a routine without the wait.
Every order is confirmed with you personally on WhatsApp before payment. Tell us about your skin and we'll help you choose what suits it.
Mixed and filled in small runs so nothing sits on a shelf for months.
Formulated, blended, and packed in the USA for all skin types, including melanin-rich skin.
Free shipping over R1000. Orders under R1000 are quoted a delivery fee on WhatsApp before you pay.
Not sure where to begin? Match your main concern to a product and build from there.
Old blemish marks, sun patches or a tired, uneven look across the cheeks and forehead.
Start with theBrightening Boost CreamSkin that feels tight after washing, looks dull by midday, or flakes under makeup.
Start with the Deep Repair PeptideVisible pores, an oily T-zone and breakouts that keep coming back in the same places.
Start with the Clay Detox Face MaskSend us a message on WhatsApp with the products you'd like. We confirm stock, delivery and payment with you before anything is packed.
Orders ship within 2 working days. Free shipping applies to orders over R1000; smaller orders are quoted a delivery fee on WhatsApp before you pay.
Tell us what your skin does and we'll point you to the two or three products worth starting with. You can also use the starting points above.
Our Barrier Repair Cream is fragrance-free and simple by design. If your skin reacts easily, message us before you buy and we'll advise honestly.
Products, grouped by category — serums, face creams, cleansers, and masks.
Concentrated treatments for tone, texture and firmness. Pick one to jump straight to it.
Everyday moisture, night repair and retinol creams for face and neck.
Weekly treatments that clear, oxygenate and brighten congested skin.
Send us a message with a photo and a short description of what your skin does. We read every one and reply with a straight answer about which products will help — no sales pitch.
Tell us about your skin and we'll come back with a straight answer.

Serum
R1850
Dermatologist-Inspired Trio
In stock — ships within 2 working days
Reveal a smoother, more radiant-looking complexion with Nubian Glaze’s Golden Radiance Renewal Set. This three-step routine pairs an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) cleanser with a 1% retinol serum and a retinol moisturizer to support gentle exfoliation, skin renewal, and hydration
Morning: Cleanse, apply a moisturizer suited to your skin, then finish with broad-spectrum sunscreen.Evening: Cleanse, then apply the retinol serum. If you’re new to retinol, begin on a few nights per week and increase use gradually as tolerated. Follow with the retinol moisturizer.Because both the cleanser and leave-on products contain active ingredients, introduce them gradually and discontinue use if irritation develops.
Trio In stock.

Serum
R1550
In stock — ships within 2 working days
A three-step ritual that layers science and nature: glycolic acid clears the path, centella calms, oxygen energizes, and the cream elevates. Ideal for visible results in skin texture, clarity and luminosity.
Twice weekly treatment: apply the Oxygen Facial Mask for 10–15 minutes, then rinse.
Daily use (AM/PM): cleanse your skin, apply the anti-ageing drops to face and neck, then follow with the Brightening Boost Cream. Use SPF in the morning for protection.
Trio. In stock.

Serum
R520
30 ml · pump bottle
In stock — ships within 2 working days
A concentrated serum with targeted peptides and hydrating ingredients to help skin look firmer, smoother and plumper.
In the evening, after cleansing and toning, apply a pea-sized amount to your fingertips and gently tap into the skin before other serums.
30 ml. In stock.

Face Cream
R380
60 ml · jar
In stock — ships within 2 working days
Everyday moisture that sits well under sunscreen and makeup. Light enough for daytime, A rich, everyday moisturiser for normal, dry, and combination skin.
Apply to the entire face in the morning and evening, after serum. Avoid the eye area. Use sunscreen during the day.
60 ml. In stock.

Face Cream
R450
60 ml · jar
In stock — ships within 2 working days
A rich, velvety night cream formulated with fruit-derived alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) to gently exfoliate and moisturize. It helps soften dry-feeling skin and leaves your complexion looking smoother, fresher, and more supple.
After cleansing and toning, apply a thin, even layer to the face, neck, and décolleté at night. If you have sensitive skin, start by using it a few nights a week and increase as tolerated. Avoid the eye area. It can be used under makeup.
AHAs may increase sensitivity to the sun. Use sunscreen during the day and limit sun exposure while using this product and for one week after stopping.
60 ml. In stock.

Face Cream
R500
60 ml. jar
In stock — ships within 2 working days
A nourishing retinol moisturiser that helps smooth the look of skin and support a soft, hydrated feel
Apply a small amount to clean, dry skin in the evening. Start 2–3 times a week, then increase as tolerated. Avoid the eye area. Use sunscreen during the day.
60 ml. In stock.

Face Cream
R650
60ml · jar
In stock — ships within 2 working days
Enriched with a variety of antioxidant-rich berries, the ingredients in this formula work together to hyper-oxygenate your skin cells. The formula features the youth-enhancing and anti-ageing benefits of fruits, providing your skin with a potent arsenal of vitamins contributing to the overall rejuvenation of your skin.
Apply generously to the face and neck area creating a thick coating. The mask does have glycolic so it may tingle on some clients but that is normal. Leave on for 15–30 minutes; can be applied under steam. Use a damp cloth or warm water to remove it.
60ml. In stock.

Cleanser
R700
120 ml · pump bottle
In stock — ships within 2 working days
A gentle, exfoliating gel face cleanser that helps remove dead skin cells, unclog pores and promote cell turnover, resulting in smoother, brighter skin.
Experience the power of natural exfoliation with our product. Derived from alpha-hydroxy acids found naturally in various food sources such as citrus fruits, apples, milk, and even sugarcane, our formula harnesses the benefits of citric, malic, lactic, and glycolic acids.
By applying these acids to your skin, a gentle yet effective exfoliation process occurs, delicately loosening and removing the outer layer of dead skin cells. This reveals smoother skin and promotes a healthier complexion as new cells are generated. Reveal your natural glow with our product today!
Apply our Alpha Hydroxy Cleanser to your face and/or body. Simply dispense onto your hands, sponge, or cloth, dampen with water, and cleanse. Rinse thoroughly and follow up with any of our luxurious lotions or creams for the ultimate skincare regimen.
Best for: oily or acne-prone skin.
120 ml. In stock.

Face Mask
R390
500 g. Satchet
In stock — ships within 2 working days
A weekly clay mask for congested skin and visible pores. Dries down without leaving skin parched.
Apply a thin layer to clean skin once or twice a week, leave for 10 minutes, then rinse.
500 g. In stock.
Unveiling Nature's Secret for Radiant Skin
At Nubian Glaze, we believe that true beauty is found in nature's embrace. We are a passionate team of skincare enthusiasts dedicated to crafting premium, all-natural skincare products that nurture your skin with the purity and goodness of Mother Earth. Our commitment to your well-being shines through every handcrafted creation, carefully concocted to enhance your natural beauty while preserving the planet.
Every Nubian Glaze product starts with ingredients we can name and trace — cold-pressed oils, raw shea butter, plant extracts and clays. Nothing synthetic, nothing filler, nothing that doesn't earn its place in the bottle.
We mix in small batches and fill by hand, so what reaches you is fresh rather than warehouse-aged. It also means we can adjust a formula when we find a better, kinder way to make it.
Our range is deliberately short: nine products, one clear routine, made for deep skin tones and shipped across the USA.
From raw ingredients to a sealed bottle, everything happens in our own small studio.
We buy our butters, oils and botanicals in small quantities from suppliers we know, and we check every delivery before it goes into a formula.
Each batch is weighed, blended and filled by hand. Small runs keep the ingredients potent and let us test every batch before it's sold.
Recyclable glass and minimal packaging, cruelty-free throughout, and formulas built around what melanin-rich skin actually needs.
Tell us what your skin does and we'll point you to the two or three products worth starting with.
Nubian Glaze — Manual prepared in terms of Section 51 of the Promotion of Access to Information Act, 2000 (PAIA) and the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA).
This manual has been prepared in accordance with Section 51 of the Promotion of Access to Information Act, 2000 (PAIA) and to address the requirements of the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA).
The purpose of this manual is to promote transparency and accountability within Nubian Glaze by providing guidelines on how personal information is processed and how access to information is managed.
Nubian Glaze — Information Officer: Faith Mlambo
A guide to PAIA and how to access information in terms of PAIA has been published by the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC). This guide contains information required by individuals who wish to exercise their rights in terms of PAIA.
The guide is available from the SAHRC and can be accessed at the SAHRC website: www.sahrc.org.za.
Nubian Glaze holds and processes various records, including:
Individuals who wish to request access to records must complete the prescribed form and submit it to the Information Officer. The request must include sufficient details to enable the Information Officer to identify the records requested and the requester's contact details.
Requests will be processed within 30 days, subject to extensions if necessary.
Access to records may be refused on grounds permitted by PAIA, including where the record contains personal information of a third party, commercial information of a third party, information that could harm the safety of an individual, or information that is privileged or protected from disclosure by law.
Where a request is refused, the requester will be notified in writing of the refusal and the reasons for it.
A requester who is dissatisfied with a decision made in respect of a request may lodge an internal appeal with the relevant authority, or apply to a court for appropriate relief. A requester may also lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa.
Fees for access to records are prescribed by PAIA and its regulations. Where a fee is payable, the requester will be notified of the amount before the records are released. Fees may cover the cost of searching for, preparing and copying the requested records.
Nubian Glaze processes personal information in line with the eight conditions for lawful processing set out in POPIA:
Nubian Glaze takes reasonable technical and organisational measures to secure personal information against loss, damage, unauthorised access and unlawful processing. Access to personal information is limited to those who need it to carry out their duties, and records are retained only for as long as they are required.
A data subject has the right to:
A data subject may object, at any time, to the processing of their personal information on reasonable grounds relating to their particular situation. Objections must be submitted to the Information Officer using the contact details in section 3. Where an objection is upheld, Nubian Glaze will stop processing the information concerned.
A data subject may request that personal information held about them be corrected, updated or deleted. Requests must be made in writing to the Information Officer and must include enough detail to identify the information concerned. Nubian Glaze will respond to such requests within a reasonable time and will confirm what action has been taken.
This manual reflects Nubian Glaze's commitment to protecting personal information and to giving effect to the rights of access and privacy set out in PAIA and POPIA. It will be reviewed from time to time and updated where necessary.
Everything you need to know about ordering, shipping, returns and looking after your Nubian Glaze routine. If your question isn't here, message us on WhatsApp and we'll answer it properly.
Tap a question to open the answer. These cover payments, delivery across South Africa, returns, sensitive skin, shelf life and tracking your order.
Ask us on WhatsAppWe offer secure, reliable local payment options, including Yoco card payments and Instant EFT, allowing you to check out safely and easily.
Orders are typically processed within 2 working days. Standard delivery across South Africa takes approximately 3 to 5 business days depending on your location.
We accept returns on unopened, unused products in their original packaging within 14 days of delivery. If you receive a product that is damaged, defective, or incorrect, please notify us within 48 hours so we can resolve it immediately.
Yes, our organic serums, face creams, cleansers, and masks are specially formulated to nourish and respect deep skin tones. However, we always recommend doing a patch test before trying a new skincare routine.
Our small-batch organic formulas have a shelf life of 12 months after opening. We recommend storing them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain optimal product freshness and efficacy.
Once your order has been dispatched from our facility, you will receive an email confirmation containing your tracking details so you can monitor its journey to your door.
Send us a photo and a short description of what your skin does. We'll point you to the two or three products worth starting with.
Talk to usAt Nubian Glaze, we take pride in crafting premium organic skincare tailored for deep skin tones. We want you to love your routine. If something isn't quite right, we're here to help make it right.
Please note: customers are responsible for return shipping costs unless the item arrived damaged, defective, or incorrect.