Nine Glow: Skincare in Motion

How Nine Glow Is Changing the Way We Care for Skin When We Sweat

When it comes to beauty routines, most of us have been taught to think in terms of morning, night, and maybe post-sweat. But what about during the workout itself? Enter Nine Glow, a purpose-driven skincare brand founded by Natalie Aguilar, an ISSA-certified personal trainer turned beauty entrepreneur. With a clear mission and potent formulations, Nine Glow is redefining how we support our skin in moments of movement.

A Lightbulb Moment Born from Breakouts

Natalie’s inspiration for Nine Glow came from a very real, very relatable struggle: persistent post-workout breakouts. Like many fitness enthusiasts, she found herself investing in post-sweat products, only to realize they weren’t cutting it.

“Most of the focus was on what to do after a workout,” Natalie shares. “But I kept thinking: what about support during the sweat?” That question lit the spark for what would become Nine Glow.

Natalie saw a white space in the market: skincare products that were designed to perform through sweat, heat, and intensity. Not just clean up the aftermath. It was more than a product gap; it was a perspective shift.

“Our skin deserves support during the sweat, not just after,” she says. And so, Nine Glow was born.

From Personal Trainer to Product Pioneer

With a background in fitness and wellness, Natalie approached skincare through a performance lens. She was deeply familiar with how sweat, heat, and bacteria could disrupt the skin barrier. That firsthand experience helped her develop a brand that doesn’t just survive movement — it thrives in it.

“Movement affects the skin in so many ways that we don’t talk about,” she explains. “From breakouts to barrier function, I wanted to create products that could hold up in high-intensity, high-sweat environments.”

But building Nine Glow wasn’t without its hurdles. With no celebrity backing or influencer platform, Natalie faced what she describes as the "fear of not being qualified enough."

“Putting something new into the world is scary,” she admits. “I kept asking myself: Will people understand this? Will they care? But I had to move forward anyway.”

The Formulation Philosophy

Nine Glow currently offers two SKUs, both thoughtfully formulated to support skin through motion.

Pre-Workout Anti-Pollution Serum: A breathable, antioxidant-rich serum designed to prep skin for sweat. Lightweight and fast-absorbing, it acts as a protective barrier while enhancing resilience during exercise. The star ingredient? Haematococcus pluvialis extract, a rich source of astaxanthin, a potent antioxidant that helps combat oxidative stress.

Pumped Micellar Toning Essence: A refreshing, pH-balanced toner that lifts impurities without stripping the skin. Ideal for use post-sweat or anytime you need a gentle reset. Bonus: it’s fragrance-free, making it ideal for sensitive skin.

Natalie worked closely with a chemist to ensure each product aligned with her performance-driven ethos. While she didn’t come into the process with a strict ingredient list, she was set on niacinamide from the start. “It supports the skin barrier, helps with inflammation, and just makes skin more resilient overall,” she notes.

The Intersection of Beauty & Sweat

What makes Nine Glow stand out isn’t just the products, but the positioning. In an industry where skincare and fitness often exist in separate silos, Nine Glow brings them into harmony. “We don’t just sit in the beauty aisle,” Natalie says. “We live at the intersection of skincare and movement.”

Unlike brands that offer one-off "post-gym" solutions, Nine Glow is purpose-built for movement. Every product is designed to move with you, not against you.

And customers are noticing. Early reviews praise the serum for its weightless texture and non-pilling finish that stays put through sweaty sessions. The micellar essence earns raves for its refreshing feel and ability to gently reset skin without harshness.

What’s Next for Nine Glow?

Natalie’s focus is on intentional growth. “We’re not here to flood the shelves with more stuff,” she says. “We’re building multifunctional products that truly support people who move.”

With community feedback shaping future innovations, she hints at upcoming launches that continue to blur the line between skincare and athletic care. In five years, she envisions Nine Glow becoming a go-to system for anyone living an active life, whether that means marathon training or power walking to work.

The brand's intentional formulations, no-fuss approach, and mission-driven ethos make Nine Glow more than a skincare brand. It’s a movement in itself.

And it's just getting started.