If we take a look around us, we will notice that people have different skin types and complexions. Some have fair skin. Others have white skin. And there are people who also have black skin. Some people don’t realize that there are certain ways to take care of your skin depending on your skin color.

When it comes to black skin care, people with this skin must be aware that their skin contains melanin which protects it from harmful ultraviolet rays. Moreover, melanin serves as your skin’s natural sun protector which is commonly known as SPF. It protects your skin more efficiently compared to the melanin of white skin.

It is also a known fact that melanin is the reason why African-American women appear much younger than Caucasian women. The aging process of dark skin is much slower than the aging process of white skin. Studies have concluded that the lighter your skin is, the more prone it is to aging.

Dark skin however doesn’t necessarily mean that it does not age. African-Americans undergo a different skin aging process in such a way that the skin tends to look rougher, dark marks appear and it sags as well. This is why it is so important for people with black skin to make a conscious effort to take care of it.

When African-Americans mature, their skin develops certain growths such as seborrheic keratoses, which are generally small bumps that are black or brown in color. People often mistake them for moles.  Although these growths are not completely related to sun exposure, other factors include the person’s genetic make-up and their aging cycle. Even if these growths are not life-threatening for the most part, people should know that these increase through time. The only way to remove them is through surgery.

Black skin care can be understood more fully if people take the time to understand the science behind it. Even though it is inevitable for people to age and undergo major physical changes, this does not mean that we can’t protect our skin and keep it healthy.

For people with black skin in areas with cold climates, the best thing to apply on your skin would be a moisturizer to prevent it from getting dry. On the other hand, for people with black skin who are living in areas with hot climates, the use of a good toner would keep your skin from getting too oily.

Black skin care is all about learning what your skin needs to stay healthy.

Dedicated To Your Beauty,

Juliette Samuel,

Esthetician/Publisher

NYRAJU Skin Care – Providers of Natural Skin and Hair  Care Products for the African American Market

http://www.nyrajuskincare.com