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Skin Care Library

Skin Care Blogs written by Dermatologist Dr. Leslie Baumann MD, FAAD

Melanin: The Skin Pigment That Causes Dark Spots and Gives Skin Color

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Jul 30, 2023

Skin Color is predominately determined by the amounts of two types of melanin: eumelanin and pheomelanin. This blog explains how melanin is made, types of melanin, how melanin is made, and how skin lighteners work to reduce melanin and lighten skin. This will help you understand how skin lighteners work.

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How To Get Rid Of Dark Spots On Black Skin

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Jul 22, 2023

Dyspigmentation in more common in darker skin types because melanocytes are more active. Learn how to choose creams and serums to treat your uneven skin tone.

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What are the Best Skin Care Products for Black Skin?

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Sep 26, 2021

What are the Best Skin Care Products for Black Skin? The only difference between black skin, brown skin and white skin is the amount of melanin pigment. The differences in melanin in black skin gives black skin a unique set of skin care concerns, such as ashy skin, sagging skin, ...

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What is Ashy Skin?

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Apr 08, 2021

If you are with a dark brown or black skin color and you feel that sometimes your skin looks a bit gray, then you may have something that dermatologists refer to as ‘ashy skin’.   Thankfully, getting rid of ashy skin on the face and body is easily achievable at home with a personalized skin care routine. Read on for our expert dermatologist tips on how to get rid of, and prevent, ashy skin. To read more about “What causes skin color? ” click here.

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What is the Best Skincare Routine for Skin of Color?

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Mar 12, 2021

What is the Best Skincare Routine for Skin of Color? We write a lot about how important it is to have a personalized skincare routine suited to your skin type, but did you know that you should also suit your skincare routine to your skin tone? Black skin care comes ...

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What is the Best Toner For Black Skin?

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Jan 07, 2021

What is the Best Toner For Black Skin? The use of a toner, or essence, is an often forgotten yet essential step in any skin care routine. Using a toner after cleansing can help to remove any leftover residue from your cleanser, as well as balance your skin’s pH level ...

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