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✨ The Glow Code: 10 Skincare Must-Haves for Melanin-Rich Skin (That Actually Work)
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items Melanin-rich skin has unique needs — from battling hyperpigmentation to avoiding products that cause ashiness or irritation. The Glow Code is your go-to guide for tried-and-true skincare products that hydrate, even tone, and protect your glow. Whethe...
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Cleansers That Don’t Strip
Toners That Balance & Prep
Serums That Target Hyperpigmentation
Moisturizers That Deeply Hydrate
SPF That’s Melanin-Friendly
Cleansers That Don’t Strip
A good cleanser should clean your skin — not strip it. These picks gently remove dirt and oil while keeping your natural moisture barrier intact.
Normal to dry skin
Non-foaming, gentle cleanser with ceramides and hyaluronic acid to hydrate as it cleans.
Dermatologist-recommended and fragrance-free.
CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser for Normal to Dry Skin 236ml
Comes with an exfoliating sponge for gentle use. Best used 2–3x/week.
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Clear Skin Cleansing Bar: Cleanser for Oily Skin | Urban Skin Rx
Toners That Balance & Prep
Toners refresh and rebalance your skin post-cleansing. These picks help prep the skin for treatments while keeping it hydrated and smooth.
A gentle exfoliating toner that fades dark spots over time. Grab yours now to have a soft spot face.
Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner | The Ordinary
Hydrates, soothes, and mildly exfoliates with zero sting.
Great for sensitive or breakout-prone melanin skin.
SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant | Paula's Choice
Serums That Target Hyperpigmentation
Melanin-rich skin often battles post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH). These targeted serums fade dark marks and even skin tone without irritation.
Cult-favorite serum packed with tranexamic acid and niacinamide.
Slight sulfur scent, but major glow-up results. Use at night.
Faded Serum for Dark Spots & Discoloration - Topicals - Sephora
Brightens skin and reduces dark spots gently with consistent use.
Apply after toner and before moisturizer. Safe for AM/PM use.
Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA Brightening Serum for Uneven Skin
Moisturizers That Deeply Hydrate
These moisturizers lock in hydration and keep your skin soft, glowy, and resilient — without clogging pores or leaving residue.
Lightweight gel-cream moisturizer with SPF, formulated for dark skin.
Reef-safe, non-greasy, and no white cast.
Hydra Vizor - Face Moisturizer SPF 30 | Fenty Skin
Non-comedogenic, fragrance-free night moisturizer. Great for layering over serums without irritation.
CeraVe Facial Moisturising Lotion 50ml | SEPHORA UK
SPF That’s Melanin-Friendly
Wearing sunscreen is non-negotiable — especially when treating dark spots. These SPFs are all no white cast, non-comedogenic, and melanin-approved.
Moisturizing sunscreen made specifically for darker skin tones.
Doubles as a moisturizer. Perfect for everyday wear. Say goodbye to sun burns!
Black Girl Sunscreen products at Target
A glowy primer-meets-SPF that gives a radiant finish. Perfect under makeup or worn alone for a dewy look.
Supergoop! Glowscreen SPF 40 - Tinted Sunscreen & Primer