Skin Profile - Nefaire

FDH

C + D

Combination-Discoloration

Hydration
Texture
Senstivity

*1 being needs improvement, 5 being excellent

Your Personalized Overview

Your skin profile is a combination of potential discoloration and darker pigmentation. Below are some of the keys to your skin:

Dark Skin - more likely to find yourself with a dark mark, or what's referred to as Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH) if you breakout and your acne heals.

Predisposed Discoloration - it's possible that the discoloration of your skin tone can have genetic or hormonal causes, such as having Melasma or having hormonal fluctuations. There are less external steps you can control to prevent these factors, but lifestyle and diet changes can sometimes help.

Exfoliation - proper exfoliation can be largely beneficial to your skin type. We generally don't recommend mechanical exfoliation; instead, opt for products with ingredients such as Lactic Acid or Azelaic Acid.

Lightening - traditional dark mark lightening products such as Hydroquinone can actually bleach darker skin tones, so we recommend opting for more natural-based lighteners, such as products containing Vitamin C

Things That May Affect Your Skin

Blemishes

If you have acne blemishes, you might notice red marks when they heal. This is known as PIH, or Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation. Treating the existing acne is essential, as well as wearing sunscreen to avoid dark marks from getting worse. A consistent exfoliating skincare routine can also help cellular turnover, which can help marks fade faster.

Sun Exposure

Your sun exposure habits may be making dark marks worse. Vitamin D is without a doubt good for the skin, but prolonged exposure without SPF can make discoloration worse, and prolong the process of fading. Always use sunscreen when going out, and try to abstain from tanning beds as well if you have discoloration.

Ethnicity

Your ethnicity makes you more prone to discoloration in the skin, given your skin tone. Be diligent about your skincare routine, and always make sure to wear SPF when you'll be exposed to the sun. If you are of African decent, be careful about using lightening products, as they may actually make discoloration worse.