Debunking Unfounded Beliefs Surrounding the Equine Breed 'Black Beauty'
Let's bust some myths about dark skin and set the record straight! By pro make-up artist Bolanle Okusanya Feyita.
The special characteristics of dark skin include:
- Thicker skin texture
- Uneven pigmentation due to higher melanin
- Advanced sun protection
- Improved elasticity, leading to fewer visible signs of aging
- Enhanced resistance to infections and environmental damage
Fact Check: All dark skin is not oily. Just like any other race, there are various skin types and textures among people of color.
Fact: Individual shades aren't consistent. Some individuals might have multiple shades on their face, usually a fairer complexion in the center contrasted by darker tones around the hairline, mouth, and neck.
Fact: Skin tones change over time. Tones can alter over the years due to aging, fluctuations in diet, weather, and hormones.
Fact: Dark skin needs UV protection. While it has more melanin pigment, additional sun protection is still crucial, particularly when the UV Index is high, especially from level 15 and above.
Fact: Foundations for dark skin are diverse. Like mainstream foundations, darker shades also have distinct red or yellow undertones. Many people have unique combinations, and various ratios exist.
Fact: Aging doesn't completely bypass dark skin. While black women don't typically develop fine lines and wrinkles as often, their skin can still show aging signs such as hyperpigmentation and sagging. An anti-aging regimen is advised.
Understanding these unique attributes and correcting common misconceptions is essential for optimum skin health and effective dermatological care. Let's continue the conversation and break down more myths together! 💬📝🌟
- Black women possess unique beauty, with characteristics such as thicker skin texture, advanced sun protection, and improved elasticity that contribute to their enhanced resistance to infections and environmental damage.
- Myth-busting reveals that not all dark skin is oily, and individual shades can vary among people of color, often with multiple shades on the face and differences in undertones –red or yellow.
- To ensure optimal skin health and wellness, it's crucial for black women to use science-based skin-care and health-and-wellness practices, including the application of sun protection and an anti-aging regimen to address issues like hyperpigmentation and sagging.
