FOREWORD

A guide designed to support you

This guide was created for anyone who wants to better understand their pigmented skin and adopt suitable care habits. It is in now way a substitute for a dermatologist's advice, but rather a practical, accessible, and caring companion for your everyday routine.

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What is pigmented skin?

Pigmented skin refers to any skin with a naturally darker or golden tone, resulting from a higher concentration of a natural pigment called melanin. This term covers phototypes III to VI on the Fitzpatrick scale, which included Mediterranean, mixed-race, Asian, Indian, Arab, Latin Amarican and Afro-descendant skin.

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Unique biological traits

Pigmented skin isn't defined by color alone. It has its own structural and functional characteristics, which give it specific strengths as well as specific vulnerabilities .

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The most common concerns

Hyperpigmentation is by far the number 1 concern experienced by malanin-rich skin. It occurs when overstimulated méeanocytes produce a localized excess of melanin. Here are the many facets of hyperpigmentation.

5 other conditions to know. Vitiligo affects all backgrounds, but its aesthetic and psychological impact is often more pronounced on darker skin tones, where the contrast is more visible.

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Common myths to debunk

Some widely held beliefs put pigmented skin at real risk. Here's what you actually need to know.

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The ideal skincare routine

A simple routine, followed consistently, always beats a pile-up of products. Here's the structure to follow, morning and evening.

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Ingrédients to prioritize

These well-documented actives, form the foundation of routine that's both effective and respectful of pigmented skin.

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Ingredients to avoid

Some ingredients, too often downplayed, put skin at real risk — from ordinary irritation to serious, irreversible complications.

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Sun and pigmented skin

UVA rays —the "aging" rays that penetrate deep into the skin — affect all skin tones. They're responsible for premature aging, melasma, and the worsening of dark spots.

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Diet & Lifestyle

Skin health is also built from within. Here are the core principles to adopt every day.

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When to consult a professional?

A dermatologist should be consulted without delay in the following situations.

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Glossary

The key terms to help you understand and communicate with your pharmacist and your dermatologist.

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The 10 golden rules

For caring for your pigmented skin every day, without ever putting it at risk.

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