Your face is darker than the rest of your body and you're wondering why and how to fix it?
Some people have darker faces than their bodies. Sometimes the difference is so marked that it affects their self-esteem. But know that solutions exist in most cases.
There are several reasons why facial skin may be darker than body skin. In this article, we'll explain everything, along with tips on how to fix it.
1. Do not apply sunscreen
The face is the part most exposed to the sun.
When you expose yourself to UV rays without sunscreen, your skin produces more melanin to protect itself. As a result, your face becomes darker.
Solution: SPF 50 sun protection year-round, not just in summer.
Our recommendation: INOYA SPF 50 sunscreen . In addition to providing high protection against UV A and UV B rays, it leaves no white marks on black skin.
If the spots are severe, you may need to combine sunscreen with a real anti-spot treatment. For this, we recommend our
anti-spot starter kit .
2. Do not exfoliate
The skin renews its cells on average every 28 days. Exfoliation removes dead skin and activates cell renewal.
When you don't exfoliate, dead skin cells build up on the skin's surface. As a result, your complexion becomes dull and lacks radiance. If left unchecked, pimples can also appear.
Solution: Gentle exfoliation once or twice a week. To avoid irritating the skin and causing hyperpigmentation, avoid large particles and use gentle movements.
3. Using irritating products
Irritants attack the skin. When irritated, black skin reacts by overproducing melanin. The result is uneven skin tone and hyperpigmentation.
Solution: gentle products and delicate movements on the face.
4. Taking photosensitizing medications
Some medications don't mix well with the sun. A photosensitizing medication causes the skin to overreact to sun exposure. The result is hyperpigmentation in exposed areas.
Solutions:
- Read the instructions for your medication carefully
- use sunscreen with an SPF of at least 50
- wear a wide-brimmed hat
- wear long clothes
5. Genetics
Yes, some people are just like that. But that's no excuse to neglect your skincare routine. Apply all the measures mentioned above to take care of your skin.
