Medical Disclaimer

Last updated: April 14, 2026

Not a substitute for professional care

The information provided on GlowNoFilter.com — including but not limited to text, graphics, images, product recommendations, before-after descriptions, timelines, and expected outcomes — is for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to and does not constitute medical advice, dermatological advice, diagnosis, treatment recommendations, or any other professional healthcare guidance.

Nothing on this site should be used as a substitute for the medical advice of qualified physicians, board-certified dermatologists, or other licensed healthcare professionals. If you have or suspect you have a medical problem, promptly contact your healthcare provider.

Never disregard professional medical advice

NEVER disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on GlowNoFilter.com. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services (911 in the United States) immediately.

No doctor-patient relationship

Reading content on GlowNoFilter, communicating with us through the site, subscribing to our newsletter, or purchasing through our affiliate links does NOT create any doctor-patient, therapist-patient, or other healthcare-provider-patient relationship. We are not licensed medical professionals.

Specific condition disclaimers

Tretinoin, retinoids, and prescription medications

Tretinoin, adapalene, isotretinoin (Accutane), hydroquinone, spironolactone, and other prescription medications mentioned on this site are pharmaceutical drugs with specific indications, contraindications, side effects, and interactions. They must be prescribed by a licensed medical provider after appropriate evaluation. Some are absolutely contraindicated in pregnancy. We do not prescribe medications and never recommend obtaining prescription medications through unauthorized channels.

Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and trying to conceive

MANY skincare ingredients and all retinoids (tretinoin, retinol, adapalene, isotretinoin) are absolutely contraindicated during pregnancy due to teratogenic risk. Others require caution during breastfeeding. Our "pregnancy-safe" designations reflect our best understanding of current literature but are NOT guarantees. Always consult your obstetrician before using any skincare product during pregnancy, attempting to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Red light therapy / LED devices

Red light therapy devices are generally safe for most users but may be contraindicated if you: have photosensitive conditions (lupus, porphyria), take photosensitizing medications, have recent skin procedures or treatments, have active skin infection or inflammation, are on certain medications. Consult your dermatologist before starting LED therapy if you have any medical concerns.

In-office procedures

Content discussing Botox, dermal fillers, laser treatments, chemical peels, microneedling, Ultherapy, Sofwave, Morpheus8, PDO threads, and other in-office procedures is informational only. These procedures must be performed by licensed, qualified, board-certified providers (dermatologists, plastic surgeons, experienced registered nurses, or physician assistants working under appropriate supervision). We do not endorse specific providers and cannot recommend against your specific medical situation.

Nicotine cessation

Quitting nicotine is beneficial for skin and overall health, but the cessation method (cold turkey, nicotine replacement therapy, varenicline, bupropion, counseling) should be chosen with medical guidance, especially if you have cardiovascular, psychiatric, or metabolic conditions.

Supplements

Content discussing oral supplements (collagen peptides, vitamin D, omega-3, etc.) is informational. Supplements can interact with medications, affect medical conditions, and have side effects. Consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen, especially if pregnant, breastfeeding, on medications, or with medical conditions.

Individual results vary

Every person's skin is unique. Response to skincare ingredients, products, and treatments depends on: skin type, genetics, age, hormonal status, environmental factors, concurrent medications, medical conditions, other products used, application technique, and consistency. Timelines, before-after descriptions, and expected results described on this site represent OUR experience or typical outcomes from clinical data — NOT guaranteed results for you.

Stop and consult a doctor immediately if you experience:

• Severe allergic reaction (hives, swelling, difficulty breathing, anaphylaxis)
• Persistent burning, blistering, or severe irritation
• Severe redness, swelling, or pain
• Changes in a mole, lesion, or skin growth
• Infection signs (pus, warmth, fever)
• Any symptom that concerns you or persists

Emergencies: call 911 (United States) or your local emergency number. Do NOT rely on this website for emergency medical guidance.

No guarantee of outcomes

We make no guarantee, warranty, or representation regarding any specific skin improvement, product performance, or medical outcome. Before-after descriptions, testimonials, and example results are illustrative only and do not represent guaranteed outcomes.

Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Cozy River Studios LLC and GlowNoFilter disclaim all liability for any damages — direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, punitive, or special — arising from use of information, products, or treatments mentioned on this site. You use this site and any recommendations at your own risk.

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