About the Brand
About
Gloves In A Bottle is a California-based skincare brand best known for pioneering the category of shielding lotions — innovative formulations that bond with the outer layer of skin to strengthen the natural moisture barrier. For over 30 years, the brand has helped millions of people struggling with severely dry, irritated, over-washed, or medically compromised skin. Its hero product became an Amazon #1 Best Seller in the Hand & Creams/Lotions category and has been featured on national platforms such as the Today Show and Good Morning America, solidifying its reputation as a trusted, science-backed solution.
Beyond skincare, Gloves In A Bottle is rooted in service. Throughout the COVID era and continuing today, the brand has donated tens of thousands of bottles to medical workers, teachers, first responders, and communities in need. With a mission to protect skin so people can keep doing what they love, Gloves In A Bottle continues to expand its retail footprint across 6,345+ Walgreens locations, Ace Hardware stores, and independent pharmacies while staying committed to effective, dermatologist-endorsed formulas and meaningful social impact.
Founding Story
Gloves In A Bottle began with an unexpected “ah-ha” moment deep in the gold-mining industry of the early 1990s. Founder Dan Mueller, who spent years around harsh industrial chemicals, noticed workers applying a thick, messy protective paste under their gloves as a last line of defense. It worked—but it was impractical, uncomfortable, and impossible for everyday life. Dan realized there had to be a better way to protect skin from irritants, moisture loss, and environmental damage.
That spark led him to assemble a team of chemists and dermatologists to solve a simple but universal problem: Why are traditional lotions not preventing dry, irritated skin—only temporarily masking it? After years of development, they created a breakthrough formula that bonded with the outer layer of skin to act like an invisible protective shield. A solution originally made for mechanics, builders, and industrial workers quickly became a cult favorite among dermatologists—and later, thousands of people struggling with eczema, psoriasis, and severe dryness.
What started as a niche invention in hardware stores evolved into a multi-decade skincare brand trusted by medical professionals, frontline workers, artists, teachers, and families around the world. Today, Gloves In A Bottle continues to be guided by that same founding belief: when you protect the skin barrier, the skin has the power to heal itself.
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Press Coverage
BUZZFEED
Aug 29, 2026
After Trying Them Once, These 28 Items Won't Ever Leave Your Bag
"Gloves In A Bottle," which works wonders on dry, cracking skin and also leaves behind a ~protective barrier~ that can withstand hand-washing for 4-12 hours!
AZ BIG MEDIA
Aug 22, 2026
We tried Amento, PackIt and Gloves in a Bottle: Here's our verdict
Gloves in a Bottle is one of the few lotions that consistently lives up to its "shielding lotion" claim — it forms a breathable barrier that protects skin from irritants while helping it retain moisture.
BUZZFEED
Aug 21, 2026
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BUZZFEED
Aug 18, 2026
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BUZZFEED
Aug 18, 2026
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Aug 10, 2026
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AGWEEK
Aug 6, 2026
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AGWEEK
Aug 5, 2026
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YAHOO CREATORS
Jul 29, 2026
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$72 at Amazon*Gloves In A Bottle Gloves In A Bottle* Skin Clear+ SerumGetting back into a routine often means getting back into a solid skincare routine after tons of summer travel — but I always want to keep things easy. … *Gloves In A Bottle's* skincare collection is designed with that in mind, from its Hydrating Face Toner, which refreshes and hydrates skin while prepping it for the next steps in your routine, to targeted serums that address specific concerns....
YAHOO CREATORS
Jul 28, 2026
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$72 at Amazon*Gloves In A Bottle Gloves In A Bottle* Skin Clear+ SerumGetting back into a routine often means getting back into a solid skincare routine after tons of summer travel — but I always want to keep things easy. … *Gloves In A Bottle's* skincare collection is designed with that in mind, from its Hydrating Face Toner, which refreshes and hydrates skin while prepping it for the next steps in your routine, to targeted serums that address specific concerns....
YAHOO CREATORS
Jul 28, 2026
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$72 at Amazon*Gloves In A Bottle Gloves In A Bottle* Skin Clear+ SerumGetting back into a routine often means getting back into a solid skincare routine after tons of summer travel — but I always want to keep things easy. … *Gloves In A Bottle's* skincare collection is designed with that in mind, from its Hydrating Face Toner, which refreshes and hydrates skin while prepping it for the next steps in your routine, to targeted serums that address specific concerns....
TREND HUNTER
Jul 17, 2026
Salmon PDRN-Powered Anti-Aging Serums
*Gloves In A Bottle* has launched the Age Lift 5+ Serum — an advanced renewal formula powered by PDRN technology derived from salmon DNA complex.*Gloves In A Bottle's* Age Lift 5+ Serum targets five visible signs of aging while supporting natural skin renewal and barrier strength.
TREND HUNTER
Jul 17, 2026
Pore-Refining Acne Serums
*Gloves In A Bottle* has introduced the Skin Clear+ Serum — a pore-refining acne support formula designed specifically for acne-prone and sensitive skin.
TREND HUNTER
Jul 17, 2026
Convenient Two-In-One Toners
*Gloves In A Bottle* calls attention to its Hydrating Face Toner — a two-in-one toner and mist that combines hydration, toning, and refreshing benefits in a fine mist format. The goal of this product is to strengthen the skin barrier and restore balance. … *Gloves In A Bottle's* Hydrating Face Toner features ceramide NP to help reinforce the skin's protective barrier, peptides to support smoother and healthier-looking skin, and hyaluronic acid to retain moisture and improve softness.
YAHOO SHOPPING
Jul 5, 2026
42 Personal Care Products Things That Aren't Fancy, But Reviewers Say Just Plain Work
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HUFFING POST
Jul 5, 2026
42 Personal Care Products Things That Aren't Fancy, But Reviewers Say Just Plain Work
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BUZZFEED
Jul 4, 2026
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$13 at Target*Goodness Lover Goodness Lover* Inflammation ProSummer is often packed with travel, outdoor activities, long days on your feet, tons of social eating, and disruptions to your usual routine, making it an ideal time to pay extra attention to overall wellness....
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DAILY MOM
May 5, 2026
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Apr 30, 2026
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Apr 26, 2026
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HUFFING POST
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BUZZFEED
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BUZZFEED
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YAHOO CREATORS
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THE STRATEGIST
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Feb 21, 2026
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ELITE DAILY
Feb 14, 2026
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BUZZFEED
Feb 3, 2026
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MIC
Jan 25, 2026
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EVERYDAY HEALTH
Jan 25, 2026
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Jan 20, 2026
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YAHOO LIFE
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FLOW SPACE
Jan 11, 2026
Gloves in a bottle shielding lotion
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Jan 4, 2026
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BUZZFEED
Dec 28, 2025
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VELVET CLASSIC
Dec 20, 2025
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TREND HUNTER
Dec 20, 2025
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TREND HUNTER
Dec 20, 2025
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BEAUTY NEWS NYC OFFICIAL
Dec 15, 2025
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Dec 11, 2025
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YAHOO CREATORS
Dec 8, 2025
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YAHOO CREATORS
Dec 8, 2025
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COSTAR
Dec 8, 2025
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YAHOO CREATORS
Nov 30, 2025
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MIC
Nov 21, 2025
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BUZZFEED
Nov 16, 2025
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Gloves in a Bottle Shielding Lotion to form an invisible layer around your hands to help guard 'em against drying hand-washing and other common irritants. Know why it has been labelled as "MIRACLE IN A BOTTLE"
THE ZOE REPORT
Oct 5, 2025
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FLOW SPACE
Jan 4, 2025
12 Best Over-the-Counter Moisturizers, Creams, Serums & Balms for Eczema Relief
The article was a round-up of the best over-the-counter moisturizers, creams, balms and serums for eczema relief, specifically targeted toward midlife women (ages 35 - 65) with varying stages of eczema. Each product was tested by staff members aged 35 - 65, experiencing mild to moderate forms of eczema in different areas of the body, with two staffers testing the more heavy duty balms/ointments on active flares. Each product was tested for a minimum of two weeks (or according to instructions). As the senior health editor who recently developed eczema on my left elbow, I personally tested O'Keeffe's Skin Repair Eczema Relief, Gloves In A Bottle Shielding Lotion, Dr. Dan’s Hydrocortisone Hand and Body Lotion and First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream. While the products are listed by number, the numbers do not signify ranking; in fact, each product received its own badge for what it did best. O’Keeffe’s Skin Repair Eczema Relief was crowned "Best Lightweight Daily Moisturizer for Eczema" and Gloves In A Bottle Shielding Lotion was crowned "Best for Irritant Protection & Eczema Prevention."
SHOP TODAY
Jan 19, 2022
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BROWNSTYLE MAGAZINE
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