If you’re a woman of colour, you’ve likely experienced darker patches of skin that contrast against your surrounding lighter skin. This condition, known as hyperpigmentation, is very common and can be caused by a number of dermatological conditions, hormonal changes, certain medications, and exposure to the sun, all of which overstimulate the skin’s melanin-producing cells. Four Easy-to-Find Treatments for Women of Colour The products below have been well researched and tested for their effectiveness at treating skin discoloration. Most can be found at your local pharmacy or beauty shop: Sunsc ..read more

When I started my career dermatology in 2011, one of the first things I noticed was that the books, images and medical journals pretty much focused on skin and hair conditions in White skin. There was very little emphasis on darker skin types, which concerned me. Why, in this era, are we still only learning about one ethnic group? Why are people of colour not included? I wondered. I questioned it immediately and started my journey learning about the variations in skin and hair types, whilst embracing all ethnic groups. Here are a few things I learnt: Many common skin conditions, like eczema ..read more

Braids, twists and weaves have become the go-to protective style for many of us, but are we really protective styling? Here are 10 tips to look after your hair while in braids, twists or weaves: Prepare your hair before installation. Make sure your hair is conditioned well. If your hair is dry and in bad condition before such styling, it is more likely to break. Not too tight!! No pain should be associated with your hairstyle, no matter how good it looks sis! Avoid very long or thick braids/twists/faux locs. They can be heavy and put far too much strain on the roots. Avoid adding too mu ..read more