African American, Black, Latin, Hispanic, Native American, Indian, Middle Eastern, Asian ancestry and people of mixed ethnicities.
Celebrity Skin provides a comprehensive skin care solution for people with darker skin tones, commonly referred to as Ethnic Skin.
Ethnic skin’s melanin production provides considerable protection from sun damage and photoaging. However, it is still necessary to wear sun block! Ethnic skin tones have more melanin blamed skin problems. Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH) caused by pimples, burns, scratches or other minor skin traumas triggers excess melanin production. This leaves behind a dark patch that can last for months or even permanently. Skin trauma can cause Hypopigmentation or “white spots” that are permanent.
Retinoids, glycolic acids, salicylic acids and benzoyl peroxides can be effective in lightening pigmentation problems and getting Acne under control. When used incorrectly, they can cause significant dryness and irritation making the problem worse. They key is getting the right combination of products and appropriate treatments.
Rule #1. Seek professional advice! Not the gal at Macy’s. She is not qualified to give skin care advice. Not the Spa. They may be Aestheticians but they are not medically trained nor equipped with treatments/products to work with PIH and Acne. Spa facials can actually make acne worse. No internet purchases! Even if it says the product was designed for Hyperpigmenation, Acne and/or ethnic skin do not buy. Not your girlfriend’s advice either. You are unique. You do not have the same skin as her. Even if you are seeing a Dermatologist, you need an Aesthetician to work in conjunction with your doctor. In the end, not seeking professional advice can be costly and very frustrating.
Rule #2. Use the right products! Skin care products for black, asian, or hispanic skin can only be recommended by a trained professional. Department stores and over the counter products are not concentrated enough to correct problems. In addition, there are ingredients that can exacerbate acne and/or cause irritation. Just because it says oil free and non comedogenic does not mean it will not clog your pores. There are all different types of Acne and depending on what kind you have and your skin type, dictates which products will work best for you. A simple label that says “for Acne, Oily or Combination skin” is not always sufficient in correcting the problem. For example, when dealing with Acne, its not uncommon to be oily and dry at the same time. Typically we start using some sort of acid to reduce break outs and then wind up getting so dry we need more moisturizer causing more breakouts. A vicious cycle that can be avoided.
Ethnic Skin Treatments
- Chemical Peels
- Body Peels
- Acne Facial / Deep Pore Cleansing
- Micro Needling / Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT)
- Consultation and Skin Care Regimen (includes Product discussion)
- All facials offered from Celebrity Skin are great for Ethnic Skin!
Everyone’s skin is different. The best thing to do is book a new client consult, and we will discuss and personalize your treatment to make it meet your individual needs.