Oily Skin: This condition occurs when too much oil is produced by the sebaceous glands, which is influenced by family history, hormone changes and/or stress. Large pores, a shiny appearance, and a greasy feel several hours after cleansing characterize oily skin.

Regimen:

1. Oily Skin Cleanser
2. Oily Skin Astringent
3. Skin Lightening Moisturizer (as needed)
4. Quick Drying Acne Treatment (apply to oily areas only)

Acne: In order to understand why acne happens, we have to begin at the source: the oil glands. These glands produce the oil that may cause skin to breakout. The excess oil clogs the follicle and creates pimples. In response to the large amount of oil, the pore closes with the debris inside. This is commonly called a whitehead. A pore that doesn't close, but has debris that is in contact with the air is called a blackhead. Pores that become infected are called pustules.

Regimen:

1. Cleanser (based on skin type)
2. Skin Lightening Moisturizer (as needed)
3. Quick Drying Acne Treatment (apply to acne only)

Dark Spots: Two things could have occurred to cause a dark spot or darker area. The first may be a lot of dry, dull, dark dead skin cells piled up on that area. The second can be that your skin is reacting to some sort of insult, injury or disease. Ethnic skin normally heals with a darkening of the skin resulting in dark spots. Acne, shaving bumps, and mosquito bites commonly leave dark spots, also.

Regimen:

1. Cleanser (based on skin type)
2. Skin Lightening Moisturizer (as needed)
3. On The Spot Fade Gel (apply to dark spots only)

Skin Discoloration: This is a common problem that affects darker skin tones. Obvious discoloration is probably the most devastating cosmetic condition for ethnic skin. Discolorations are white splotches or darker area that leads to uneven skin tone; results form skin irritation, hormonal changes and skin conditions.

Regimen:

1. Cleanser (based on skin type)
2. Skin Lightening Moisturizer (as needed)

Shaving Bumps (beard & bikini): For many ethnic men, a condition called pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB) can be hard to deal with. It's when you get ingrown hairs after shaving. As a solution, some men just grow out their beards. PFB is a "splinter" reaction in the skin. This condition is caused because ethnic men's beards are course and usually grow curly. When shaved, instead of growing straight out of the follicle, the curly hair begins to coil and grow into neighboring skin. The skin reacts to the invading hair by becoming irritated and bumpy which results in discoloration. These razor bumps may be the result of using the wrong shaving technique or they may just be genetic. For women, the areas that may be affected by PFB are the bikini line, armpits and legs.

Regimen:

1. Cleanser (based on skin type)
2. Oily Skin Astringent (in shaved areas as tolerated)
3. Skin Lightening Moisturizer (as needed)
4. Quick Drying Acne Treatment (apply to bumps only)

Bumps on the back of the neck: We all want to look good and that cool hair style with the close shave and fade at the back of the neck would really look nice, right? Not if it causes acne keloidalis - infections at the back of the neck around the hair follicles, which result in scarring, skin thickening and hair loss. Skin irritation from shave hair cuts, not dirty clippers are the main culprit of this condition. A tight cap, certain products or profuse brushing can start the condition. Acne keloidalis hurts, itches and bleeds and it makes skin uncomfortable and unattractive.

Acne keloidalis doesn't happen overnight. It is the result of constant irritation, scratching or rubbing and the first sign is tiny acne-like lesions. Not all irritations will result in acne keloidalis. To stop acne keloidalis from forming, the skin must not be irritated any longer. Consider getting a gentler haircut or stop using the irritating product. The treatment depends on the stage of infection and scar formation.

Regimen:

1. Quick Drying Acne Treatment (as needed or tolerated)