Ethnic Skin Care Tips

i have what some would say is "ethnic skin" type. Lots of skin care information is for white tone only. What are tips for having great skin if you have darker skin?

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Give ethnic skin TLC

Give darker skin some TLC by using these skin-friendly tips: Sunscreen is still necessary for ethnic skin and is a must to maintain a more even skin tone. Many people with darker skin are also on medications for high blood pressure, diabetes, etc., which make their skin more sun-sensitive. People with brown skin age very gracefully but will develop dark marks from any type of irritation, so be kind and gentle to dark skin. Cocoa butter should not be used on your face after you... more
Brooke Jackson, MD
Chicago Dermatologist
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