5 Tips To Glow Up Dry Skin of Color

Many people with lighter brown skin tones frequently suffer from dryer skin. Even darker skin tones suffer from moisture loss throughout the day or seasonally. In both cases, all-year-round dry skin or seasonally dry skin increases with age and causes the signs of aging to show faster.

The reason for this is that melanin, the pigment that gives skin its color, can inhibit the production of natural oils that keep the skin hydrated. The result is often dull, ashy, and flaky skin that doesn’t look or feel its best. There are several causes yet let’s focus on solutions!

1. A malnourished body in most cases will cause skin of color to be drier with a dull cast. Melnated skin when healthy has a glow so to speak. The lack of proper nutrition causes skin of color to produce even less oil and hold onto the least amount of moisture. Fortunately, technology can play a major role in correcting a malnourished body. Most insurance carriers include a certified nutritionist who can run several needed tests and lay out a road map design specifically for your body. Second, there are reputable services online where your biome can be tested (poop sample). that will map out food intolerances, nutrient deficiencies, and what your body needs more of.
2. 12 glasses of water is the recommended daily consumption for an adult woman and 15 glasses of water is the recommendation for an adult male. See Mayo Clinic Recommendations here.
3. We recommend adding oil to your routine. If you’re a makeup wearer, use oil to remove your makeup. Add a few drops of oil to your cleaner. Use oil-based products wherever you can. Keeping a pump dispenser with 100% natural oil on your sink top and in your shower stall makes this easy peasy! Which oil is best for you is whatever absorbs well into your skin. For each type of and shade of melanin this answer will vary.
4. Another important step in caring for dry skin of color is to avoid hot showers and baths. While it may be tempting to soak in a steamy hot tub, this can actually strip your skin of its natural oils and make it even drier. Instead, opt for lukewarm water when washing your face and body.
5. Consider incorporating a humidifier into your bedroom and/or in any room that you spend an extended amount of time in. During the winter months, the air inside your home can become very dry, which can be tough on your skin. A humidifier can add moisture back into the air and help to keep your skin hydrated. Yet, incorporating a humidifier year-round can help you absorb and even retain moisture.

When it comes to chronic dry skin, seek help from professionals such as a Dermatologist and/or an Aesthetiticain who both understands and has experience with the unique needs of skin of color.