I grew up with it engraved in my mind that “black don’t crack”. So, I’ve slacked off at times when it comes to moisturizing my skin (face and body) with that assumption in mind. I walk around with no sunscreen and call myself protected. But, truth is black cracks just like every other skin tone if not well taken care of. We get black spots (sun spots or whatever you chose to label them), suffer from acne, and other skin issues just like the rest of them. Because I thought the contrary, my skin suffered from discoloration, hyper pigmentation, and breakouts. I’ve recently doubled up on my moisturizers. I use a regular skin moisturizer plus oil (either vitamin C or E oil) at night and a regular moisturizer plus sunscreen in the morning. This change has really impacted my skin in a positive way. It is brighter, more even, tighter, and my dark spots are still there but less visible. I’ve been doing this for a few months now and will keep it up. The true test will come this summer when the sun is hottest and I get the most breakouts. I’ve noticed with the addition of oil at night my skin appears tighter and smooth. I pair this with an never ending attempt to eat as healthy as I can and drink plenty of water. For a sunscreen, I’ve been using Olay Complete. I love that it absorbs in to my skin quickly and doesn’t leave a residue. It doesn’t dry up my skin but keeps it feeling moisturized and it’s priced reasonably.
Another part of my skincare routine are facial masks. I’ve mentioned one in a previous blog. Recently, I had a chance to use a different mask by Bore. It heats up upon contact and feels amazing. The downside is that the heat doesn’t last long. But it is convenient (can come in individual packs), inexpensive, and beneficial. Adding a facial mask to your routine at least once a week has been boasted to be a good recommendation by many dermatologist.
Each day, I look at my face and body to express gratitude for it. I look for ways to bless and pamper it. After all, it’s the only one my soul will ever receive in this life. Place asides all racial assumptions of what one has to do to maintain healthy skin as opposed to another. Treat your flesh well.
Be bless,
Alisia Latoi
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