Environ Research conducted by Environ shows that African consumers often have pigmentation concerns. The Focus Care Radiance+ Range targets the root causes of skin discoloration, dark spots and uneven skin tone. The revolutionary 3-step Mela-Smart System™ is comprised of four innovative products that work together to help inhibit the formation of hyperpigmentation.
Dermalogica The experts at Dermalogica point out that the common assumption that darker skin does not need sun protection is not true. Damaging UV rays can penetrate all types of skin, regardless of your ethnicity, so dark skins do need sunscreen. Another common misconception is that all sunscreens leave your skin looking grey, but
Dermalogica’s recently launched Invisible physical defense SPF30 was specifically developed with darker skin tones in mind. This product features a new physical sunscreen technology that blends to invisible on all skin tones. For black clients, Dermalogica recommends regular exfoliation with the Rapid Reveal Peel, an at home chemical peel containing lactic acid and phytic acid that helps even out skin tone. Also recommended is a potent skin brightening serum containing oligopeptides that balances uneven skin tone, such as C-12 pure bright serum. If the uneven skin tone is caused by breakouts, a product containing salicylic acid, patented antibacterial TT technology and niacinamide, such as Dermalogica’s Age Bright Clearing serum or Age Bright spot fader, will assist in managing and preventing breakouts, as well as the dark marks left behind.
DermaFix According to DermaFix Cosmeceutical Skin Care, many, darker Fitzpatrick Skin Types are more susceptible to skin darkening, especially when inflammation is present in the skin. DermaFix offers an extensive skin brightening range, including
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is specifically designed to help improve the appearance of ageing, damaged and post-procedure skin with minimal downtime. AQ Recovery Serum may enhance the natural restorative processes of the skin, which can repair and regenerate skin tissue by stimulating collagen production, circulation, antioxidant activity and cellular renewal. It needs to be administered by a skincare professional. Ingredients include: human fibroblast conditioned media; water (aqua); SD alcohol 40; propylene glycol; cellulose gum; polysorbate 20; tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate; tocopheryl acetate; menthyl lactate; lactic acid; sodium hyaluronate; phenoxyethanol; 1,2-hexanediol and caprylyl glycol.
Environ’s Multi-Bioactive Mela-Prep Lotion contains an expertly formulated combination of highly specialised ingredients for a brighter, more even-toned complexion, while the VitaBotanical Mela-Fade Serum System comprises of two serums with a potent blend of vitamins and botanicals that assist in targeting the root causes of skin discoloration. The Intense C-Boost Mela-Even Cream is a technologically advanced vitamin C infused cream that reveals a brighter, more evenly radiant and healthier-looking skin. The other key concern for the African market is breakout prone skin. Here, the Focus Care Clarity+ Range is prescribed. This range is an innovative 3-phase system (Cleanse; Control; and Clear) offering a complete skincare solution that is tough on breakouts but easy on skin. Products include: Sebu-Wash Gel Cleanser; Sebutone Clarifier; Seub-Lac Lotion; Sebu-ACE Oil; Sebu-Spot Blemish Gel; and Sebu-Clear Masque
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