First consider your skin type and skin concerns. Does your skin tend to be Normal , Dry, Combination or Oily? Do you struggle with dark marks, acne or blemishes? Take our customized “Skin Quiz” to receive a custom skin care recommendation. Any if your still unsure, feel free to DM or email at CustomerSupport@melaninglowskincare.com and we will be happy to assist you with your skincare needs.

The skin standard categories are Dry, Oily, Combination, Normal, and Sensitive.
The best method is to try the “bare- faced” method. Wash your face with a gentle cleanser. After 15 to 30 minutes, examine the size of your pores. If your pores are large, then you most likely are Oily Skin. If your pores appear small and are barely noticeable, you are mostly have dry skin. If your pores are large in some areas(T -zone) but are smaller in other areas, your are Combination skin. (If your face feels tight after an hour of washing your face, that’s an indicator you have Dry Skin.)

If you have Sensitive skin, over 50% of the products you try will have irritate your skin. Causing redness or a series of tiny bumps where the product was used.

Absolutely! Yes! SPF or Sunscreen definitely should be applied every morning as your final step in your skincare routine and before any sun exposure. No matter your skin tone. Everyone skin needs to be protected from the sun. For example: (UV rays, can cause cancer even when it’s cloudy or cold!) Blue light that’s emitted by digital screens such as (TV’s, computers, laptops, smartphones, tablets, LED lights, electronic devices) can all lead to aging skin and hyperpigmentation (dark spots)
It’s also very important to note that if your using corrective skincare products containing AHA’s or BHA’s or Retinol, your skin could become more sensitive to sun light or sun exposure. So you want to make sure your applying SPF to prevent the reversal of adverse effects that sun could cause.

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) this is a powerful antioxidant that helps with environmental effects on the skin that can speed up the aging process and hyperpigmentation such as exposure to the sun, pollutants and smoking.

Retinol (Vitamin A) exfoliates the skin to enhance the appearance of the skin tone and texture while improving the look of breakouts and post- breakouts marks. It’s a vital key ingredient that will make your skin smooth and glow.

Peptides, Hyaluronic Acid and Ceramides. These ingredients help to replenish moisture and revitalize the skins outer layers so they look and feel softer, smoother and hydrated to instantly improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

BHA’s or AHAs such as Glycolic acid, Salicylic acid, Lactic acid, Benzoyl Peroxide and Sulfur, Tea Tree Oil, Arnica. These are great for acne or breakout prone skin.

Kojic acid, Vitamin A, L-Glutathione, Alpha Arbutin, Azelaic acid, Vitamin C, Retinol and Niacinamide, SPF. All these ingredients work together to improve the appearance of uneven skin tone.

The two main benefits of Vitamin C is to brighten and correct the looks of dark marks and protecting your skin from environmental stressors that can speed up the aging process.

Retinol (Vitamin A) exfoliates the skin to enhance the appearance of the skin tone and texture while improving the look of breakouts and post- breakouts marks. It’s a vital key ingredient that will make your skin smooth and glow. It fades the look of dark marks and it exfoliates properties that clear the path of brighter more even toned skin.
Note If you have sensitive skin, Retinol can cause irritation. So it’s important to keep your skin moisturized . If you start to feel burning or major issues stop use and consult skincare professional.

Yes, we offer a select line of products for sensitive skin. However, we recommend that if you have sensitive skin, you need to start slow and introduce only one or two new products into your skincare routine to give your skin time to adjust and determine if a product is suitable for your skin. The best method is to alternate using new products every other day.

We recommend using a mask such as our Enzyme Mask up to two times a week. Do it at night after you have cleanse and before using other corrective products.

Melanin Tip- If you cleanse and then get in the shower. Let the hot water work for you and not against your skin. How? Apply the desired mask onto clean skin and hit the shower. The steam will work to open your pores which will then help to penetrate the mask deeper into the skin. And just wipe off with cold compress cloth after your out the shower. Follow up with corrective serum and moisturizer at night.

We recommend a full skincare regimen to produce the best results. 4 steps to a healthy skincare routine are: Cleanse, Treat(Correct), Hydrate and Protect!

Note when starting a new skincare regimen you should expect to go through a (Detox) or Purging phase. That’s basically where a new skincare product causes a pimple formation to speed up, making all those clogged pores that are lurking below the skin’s surface to slowly make their way to the surface of your skin in what would seem or look like one big breakout. This process is very temporary and typically lasts between 3 to 4 weeks with consistent use.

If breakouts increase or you feel it’s due to maybe certain ingredients. Switch back to your old regimen. (irritated, red or itchy bumps; aren’t normal!) this could be more of an allergic reaction and you should consult with a skincare specialist.

We recommend Puberty and older use our products. For younger individuals with skin concerns, please consult with a dermatologist or licensed esthetician for treatment or skincare product recommendations.

Our products do not contain sulfates or parabens. Our products are clinically developed… and we take great pride in using No Sulfates, No Parabens, No Harsh Chemicals, Cruelty Free. And little to No Fragrance.

Everyone skin is different! And results will vary! When you are incorporating new products into your skincare routine, some people may see results in days while others may see results later on. If you’re struggling with hyperpigmentation or dark marks that have been there for a while, it could take almost up to 12 weeks to notice an improvement in the appearance of uneven skin tone, dry skin or dark marks fading.

This all depends on the product and the formulation. Many of our products contain organic ingredients and acids or corrective ingredients that may cause slight tingling sensation. Please note: if tingling last longer than 2 minutes, cleanse your face with cold water and consult our customer support at CustomerSupport@melaninglowskincare.com

1.)Cleanse first in the morning and at night.
2.)If your masking , always mask after you have cleanse
3.) Apply serums. After toner or mask. (remember thinnest to thickest!)
4.)Apply your moisturizer. In the morning. Apply moisturizer and then SpF. At night last step, apply moisturizer that will lock in hydration as you sleep.

We do have a “Pregnancy skin” section under “Shop” however it’s always best before using any product to consult with your physician that can better address any specific products or ingredients that may not be suitable while pregnant or nursing at the time.