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#13 - Dry, Resistant, Pigmented and Tight

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This skin type is uncommon and is usually seen in those with Fitzpatrick Skin Type III or higher. The best skincare for DRPT skin types help to restore the function of the skin’s protective barrier, as well as lighten areas of uneven skin tone and pr...
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Cleansers

Hydrating cleansers with ingredients like glycerin help maintain moisture in the skin without stripping natural oils. Kick your cleansing up a notch with a ingredients like  glycolic  acid

 
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Powered by key ingredients vitamin C and vitamin A, this face wash not only dissolves all make up and sunscreen, but it cares for the skin post-exposure to environmental stressors.
Medik8 Lipid - Balance Cleansing Oil
 
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Nutrient-rich combination of oils to collectively strengthen and repair the barrier function, while protecting against oxidative stress. It's also helps balance sebum regulation and leaves skin feeling firmer and more supple
Omorovicza Queen Cleanser
 
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Uses 10% glycolic acid to gently exfoliate, cleanse and smooth the skin. Formulated with a rich blend of antioxidants. Perfected for dry skin in need of brightening
Essopi Glycolic 10% Moisturizing Cleanser
 
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Can help dry skin while improving the appearance of hyperpigmentation and uneven tone. Because it’s rinse-off, it offers exfoliation with less contact time than a leave-on treatment.
Prequel Gleanser + Glycolic Acid Non-Drying Cleanser - 13.5 fl oz
 
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Gently cleanses without stripping the skin, while hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and three essential ceramides help replenish moisture and support the skin barrier.
CeraVe Hydrating Face Wash with Hyaluronic Acid and Glycerin for Normal to Dry Skin

Skin-lightening Products

Can help to improve the appearance of dark spots and uneven skin tone

 
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I highly recommend this toner/essence since it will help DRPT skin types to get a healthy, hydrated glow while working on lightening pigmentation concerns
SOME BY MI Galactomyces Glow Milky Toner 200ml
 
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Super brightening with Vitamin C to target dark spots and hyperpigmentation while promoting a youthful complexion  Not only visibly brightens but also smoothes skin texture while providing antioxidant protection
iNNBEAUTY Green Machine Oil Jelly Serum
 
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Deeply hydrates, leaving facial skin looking plump and smooth without being greasy. This face oil is suitable for all skin types, even oily and sensitive skin
Derma E Vitamin C Glow Face Oil with Turmeric
 
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Helps improve the appearance of dark spots and uneven tone while hyaluronic acid provides lightweight hydration - great price point too!
Alpha Arbutin 2% + Hyaluronic Acid for Hyperpigmentation - The Ordinary
 
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Encourages cell turnover to improve uneven pigmentation, texture, and fine lines, while its moisturizing ingredients help minimize the drying effects often associated with retinol.
M-61 ProSmooth Retinol Serum
 
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Uses retinaldehyde to encourage skin renewal and improve the appearance of uneven pigmentation, while ceramides, squalane, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide help hydrate and support the skin barrier.
MAELOVE Moonlight Advanced Retinal Super Serum

Facial Mists

Helps trap water into the skin. Can be used throughout the day as needed for extra hydration. Great for setting makeup

 
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Provides lightweight hydration and refreshing the skin, while its antioxidant-rich formula helps support a healthy-looking complexion
ELEMIS Superfood Multi Mist
 
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A quick boost of refreshing moisture to help dry, dehydrated skin feel softer and more comfortable. Its mineral-rich thermal water can be misted throughout the day to refresh and soothe the skin.
Evian Brumisateur Moisturizing Facial Spray

Eye Products

Dark circles and dry skin are a common concern with the eye area

 
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Helps dry under-eyes with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and niacinamide to hydrate and support the delicate skin barrier. Also helps reduce the appearance of dark circles and puffiness, leaving the eye area looking brighter and refreshed.
CeraVe Under Eye Cream Repair for Dark Circles and Puffiness
 
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Contains hyaluronic acid, peptides, and cucumber extract to help hydrate and refresh the delicate eye area while reducing the look of dryness and fatigue.
e.l.f. SKIN Holy Hydration! Eye Cream

Moisturizers

A moisturizer is crucial for your dry skin both morning and night. This will keep skin not only looking plump but also reduce itching from dry patches

 
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This moisturizer is also a skin brightening cream for your face that enhances your natural radiance and packed with Vitamin C.
No7 Radiance+ Brightening Vitamin C Moisturizer
 
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Provides gentle exfoliation and hydration to restore skin to a healthier state. A 10% hydroxy acid blend dissolves dull skin revealing a smoother and brighter complexion, while a blend of botanical extracts help soothe and nourish dry skin.
SkinCeuticals Renew Overnight Dry
 
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Combines squalane for hydration with vitamin C and rose extract to help brighten the complexion and support softer, more radiant-looking skin.
BIOSSANCE Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Moisturizer
 
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Works while you sleep! Its blend of peptides, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and three essential ceramides helps hydrate, support the skin barrier, and leave skin looking smoother and refreshed by morning—without feeling overly greasy. 🌙💧
CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream Face Moisturizer

Sunscreen

Daily sunscreen of at least SPF 30 or higher should be used and will help to prevent further pigmentation concerns from UV exposure

 
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This moisturizer + SPF combo helps to deeply moisturize skin throughout the day and contains glycolic acid to help keep dead skin cells from building up on the surface
philosophy hope in a jar moisturizer SPF 30
 
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Intensely hydrating for dry skin types. Blends into skin easily. Non-greasy feel. Protects from everything from UVA/UVB to blue light
Fusion Water MAGIC SPF 40 Sunscreen with HA & Vit E
 
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Designed for face, scalp, hair, and body. This oil delivers moisture, protection, and a radiant glow.  Lightweight yet deeply nourishing, it melts into skin without greasy residue and lasts through 80 minutes of water exposure.
R&R Sun Elixir SPF 30 Glow Oil w/ Vitamin C
 
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Combines broad-spectrum UV protection with antioxidants and anti-aging ingredients, including vitamin C and squalane, making it a moisturizer and daily sunscreen in one.
Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect SPF50+ 50ml
 
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✨ A 3-in-1 multitasker—it combines 100% mineral SPF 50, hydrating skincare, and buildable tinted coverage to help even out your complexion while leaving a naturally radiant, dewy finish. ☀️✨
Hueguard Skin Tint SPF 50 Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum - Live Tinted