Founders of Glow Recipe
Glow Recipe was co-founded by Christine Chang and Sarah Lee, who serve as co-CEOs of the brand Forbes. Both founders met while working in the beauty and consumer products industry before launching the company together.
The brand positions itself as a K-beauty-inspired skincare line focused on fruit-based formulations and clean beauty standards Bloomberg. Christine Chang and Sarah Lee have publicly discussed their vision for accessible, ingredient-forward skincare products.
Background and Early Growth
Glow Recipe launched with a focus on watermelon and other fruit-derived ingredients, quickly gaining attention in the clean beauty space Crunchbase. The company grew rapidly through digital-first marketing and influencer partnerships, building a strong direct-to-consumer business model.
The brand expanded its product line to include serums, moisturizers, and masks, and later secured significant venture funding to scale operations Bloomberg. Christine Chang and Sarah Lee continue to lead product development and brand strategy at Glow Recipe.
Brand Ownership and Corporate Structure
Glow Recipe operates as an independent beauty brand with Christine Chang and Sarah Lee holding key leadership roles Forbes. The company has maintained its founders-led structure while scaling globally through retail partnerships and e-commerce channels.
The brand is widely available through major retailers and its own direct-to-consumer platform, with a focus on transparent ingredient sourcing Crunchbase. Christine Chang and Sarah Lee remain the public faces of Glow Recipe, representing the brand in media and industry events.