Is your face darker than the rest of your body and you're wondering why and how to fix it?
Some people have a face that is darker than their body. Sometimes, the difference is so pronounced that it affects self-esteem. But know that in most cases, solutions exist.
Several reasons can explain why the skin on the face is darker than that on the body. In this article, we explain everything to you, along with tips to remedy it.
1. Not applying sunscreen
The face is the part most exposed to the sun.
When you expose yourself to UV rays without sun protection, your skin produces more melanin to protect itself. Result: your face becomes darker.
Solution: SPF 50 sun protection year-round, not just in the summer.
Our recommendation: The
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 pronounced, you likely need to combine sun protection with a true anti-spot treatment.
2. Not exfoliating
Skin renews its cells on average every 28 days. Exfoliation helps remove dead skin cells and activate cell renewal.
When you don't exfoliate, dead cells accumulate on the surface of the skin. Result: your complexion becomes grayish and lacks radiance. If nothing is done, pimples may also appear.
Solution: gentle exfoliation 1 to 2 times a week. To avoid irritating the skin and causing hyperpigmentation, avoid large particles and use gentle motions.
3. Using irritating products
Irritating products are harsh on the skin. When irritated, black skin reacts with an overproduction of melanin. Result: an uneven complexion and hyperpigmentation.
Solution: gentle products and delicate motions on the face.
4. Taking photosensitizing medication
Certain medications do not mix well with the sun.
A photosensitizing medication causes an exaggerated skin reaction to sun exposure. Result: hyperpigmentation on the exposed areas.
Solutions:
- Read your medication leaflets carefully
- use sun protection with an SPF of at least 50
- wear a wide-brimmed hat
- wear long clothing
5. Genetics
Yes, some people are just made that way. But that is no excuse to neglect your skincare routine.
Apply all the measures mentioned above to take care of your skin.
Which products should I use to even out the complexion between the face and the body?
Good news: this complexion imbalance can be corrected with a routine adapted to your skin type. Here are our recommendations, formulated specifically for black and mixed-race skin.
Are you a beginner? Start here: IN'OYA Anti-spot Starter Kit - $112.60. The complete routine to start correcting spots and evening out the complexion, without getting lost in the choices.
According to your skin type:
Mixed or oily skin → INOYA Anti-spot Face Pack - Black, mixed or oily skin - $169. Mattifying formula that targets spots while regulating sebum.
Dry or normal skin → INOYA Anti-spot Face Pack - Black, dry skin - $169. Nourishing formula that evens out the complexion while deeply hydrating.
The step that many forget: sun protection.
The sun is one of the main causes that aggravate the complexion gap between the face and the body.
Without daily sun protection, even the best anti-spot treatment will be less effective. INOYA SPF 50 Sun Fluid - $29.50. Designed for black skin, no white effect.
