As black women, we go to lengths to care for our skin. And we understand the long list of challenges that come with it.
Maintaining beautiful, moisturized, even-toned, acne-free skin is easier said than done. Eczema, psoriasis and more are the enemy of black women everywhere. Luckily, we’re here to give you a few tips so you can say goodbye to that pesky cystic acne and dry skin.
Here is our complete guide to flawless skincare for black women:
Moisturize Daily but Cleanse Sporadically
Moisturizing is by far the most important component of black skincare. We all know black skin is rather dry and without regular moisturizing, skin can become rough. We recommend applying moisturizing several times throughout the day and opting for a product that includes glycerin, urea, or hyaluronic acid is best.
On the other hand, cleansing your skin can take away from its natural moisture. We recommend only cleansing once a day to keep those natural oils where they’re meant to be! Also be sure to use a gentle cleanser, something that’s not too harsh or chemical-filled. We suggest something low-lathering and sulfate-free.
Vitamin C is Your Friend
Vitamin C can go a long way for your skin. Vitamin C is key to preventing dark spots and hyperpigmentation.
When your skin is overexposed to sunlight, your body will send extra melanin in response to combat skin damage. Although this extra melanin often causes dark spots. You can prevent this by consuming vitamin C as it regulates your melanin levels and can combat hyperpigmentation.
So, make sure to get your morning OJ in!
Treat Cystic Acne with Care
Cystic acne is nothing to take lightly. It’s one of the most serious skincare issues for black women and tricky to prevent. Next time you get a cystic pimple, we recommend rubbing an ice cube on it for two minutes several times a day. This along with Advil will help reduce inflammation.
If this doesn’t help, make an appointment with your dermatologist for a more specific treatment.
It’s Not All About the Product but More About the Application
We’re constantly hearing about what the best black skincare products are, but we’re here to argue that it’s not the product that matters most, but how you apply it.
Most women apply products by first rubbing it on their palms and then massaging it into the skin. This is actually counterproductive since a lot of the product is absorbed into your palm before you even reach your face. The best thing to do is apply the product to the back of your hand and then massage it into your face with your fingertips.
Sunscreen, SUNscreen, SUNSCREEN!!!!
Yes, black women have higher levels of melanin in their skin, but that doesn’t mean that we’re invincible to sun damage. Even though skin cancer is diagnosed at a lower rate in black women, it’s still a very real threat. Dark skin is also more susceptible to one of the most threatening forms of skin cancer – malignant melanoma.
When developing a skincare for black skin routine, black women should always wear SPF 30 every day. This will protect against harmful sun rays and prevent skin cancer.
Live a Well-Rounded Healthy Lifestyle
This may be the most important point on our list. Your skin is overall a reflection of your lifestyle. If you’re putting junk food into your body daily, drinking sugary drinks, and sitting on the couch, you can’t expect your skin to be flawless.
To get that glow we all envy, it’s recommended to drink lots and lots of water, exercise for at least thirty minutes a day, and eat a well-rounded healthy diet. Follow these rules and your skin will start to clear up and develop that envied glow in no time!
There ya have it! Our guide to flawless skincare for black women. Try these out and let us know how they work for you!
