Black Skincare
The Skin of Color Society Provides Unique Training
Initially founded in 2004, The Skin of Color Society was established to build awareness about dermatology and skin color. Those identified as people with skin of color are African, Asian, Hispanic, Native American, Pacific Islanders, and any combination. The Skin of Color Society aims to educate medical providers and the public about health issues common…
Read MoreTen Skin Care Products That WON’T Radiate Your Skin
Most people grow up with some myths about skin care as generations pass misinformation down to the next generation, and they pass it on to the next. Some home remedies for skin care have been around so long nobody even knows where the idea originated. However, ten things are worse than the others when putting…
Read MoreAshy Skin Is Highly Treatable
Dry skin can reveal itself in many ways. Those with darker skin tones may describe their skin as gray or ashy. Although this skin condition is often more noticeable on darker skin, it can affect anyone. Ashy skin is a highly treatable skin condition that can be addressed and managed by a skincare professional. As…
Read MoreThree Things to Know About Pesky Razor Bumps
Women and men both suffer from irritation after shaving. Unfortunately, some people experience extreme reactions that can appear as acne or a rash that is itchy and sometimes painful. Razor bumps are incredibly common, and those with coarse and curly hair typically experience this condition more often. Dermatologists find it is a skin condition that…
Read MoreSocial Media Redefines Beauty and Boosts Popularity of Plus Size Models and All Skin Types
Some say social media is divisive, but can’t it also be accepting and supporting more diverse societal norms when it comes to what beauty really looks like? Thanks to social media platforms, beauty is now more broadly defined and becoming more culturally accepted to include men and women of different sizes and skin tones.
Read MoreDermatologists Help Vitiligo Patients Triumph
Seemingly affecting only a small group, at 1% of people, vitiligo is a skin condition where patches appear as areas of the skin losing pigmentation. Although vitiligo does not discriminate against those it affects, it is more noticeable in darker skin tones. Those who have vitiligo can suffer great stress psychologically, and some remove themselves…
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