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What is Melanin?
Melanin is a pigment that gives color to your skin, hair and eyes. We all have melanin in our bodies, but people with deep complexions produce higher levels of melanin.
Skin Concerns for Melanated Skin
Melanated skin can be prone to dryness and dehydration, which can make it harder for skin care products to absorb deeply into your skin. Plus, when melanin-rich skin is overexposed to the sun’s UV rays, it can cause inflammation and scarring.
What is Hyperpigmentation?
If you have a melanin skin tone and dark spots, it could be caused by hyperpigmentation, where an overproduction of melanin makes certain areas of the skin darker. These can be a light brown, dark brown, purple and gray-brown color and are most commonly found on your face, arms, chest, hands and back.
How to Build a Skincare Ritual for Melanin-rich
Step this way for hydrated, radiant skin.
Knowing how to care for melanin-rich skin means you can give your skin the nourishment and hydration it needs on a daily basis. And once you’re armoured with our melanated skin must-haves, from our Serum Body Washes to our Cream Serum range, you can pamper your skin whenever you please.
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