Dark Skin Perfection Collection

What is Afriderm™?

Afriderm™ is the dark skin perfection collection. This exclusive, high-quality skincare was developed specifically to meet the needs of dark-pigmented skin tones. The revolutionary science behind it enhances the exotic elegance of ethnic skin.

Scientifically speaking, what is dark skin?

Melanocytes are located in the bottom layer of the Epidermis, the top layer of skin. Melanocytes are responsible for producing melanin during the process of Melanogenesis. In short, darker skin=higher amounts of melanin. It happens like this:

 

Tyrosinase             Triggers                      Melanin is created               Eumelanin for brown pigment

                      --->                        --->                                     --->

Enzyme/Catalyst      Melanogenesis           by Melanogenesis             Pheomelanin for pink/red pigment

 

Why is Melanin important?

Melanin gives the skin color, so, more melanin=more pigmentation=darker color.

Melanin also protects the skin from UV rays, so, the darker the skin, the more protection from the sun’s harmful rays.

In addition, Melanin controls synthesis of Vitamin D when the body is exposed to UV light. Vitamin D is extremely important for calcium and phosphate absorption. (So, in some cases, unfortunately, darker skin=less Vitamin D synthesis.)

Who is considered to have dark-pigmented skin?

Most of the world’s population is considered to have ‘dark-pigmented skin’ including those of African, African American, Latina, Middle Eastern and Indian descent.

What are the problems of those with dark skin?

Because dark skin has larger pores and which are not densely packed, it is prone to:

-hyper-pigmentation (dark spots)

-discoloration

-excessive dryness which leads to an ashy appearance

-oily skin, clogged pores and acne because dark skin has larger oil (sebaceous) glands 

-sensitivity to climate conditions such as excessive exposure to the sun and wind

What products are in the Afriderm™ skincare collection?

-Day Cream with SPF 20: Protects against the sun; moisturizes and protects the skin

-Night Cream: Provides active moisture at night so skin can revitalize

-Serum: Helps absorb benefits from cream; locks in moisture; firms and lifts

-Peeling Gel: Gentle yet deep cleansing; Soothes skin and combats signs of aging; Renews

-Hand & Body Lotion: Lightweight, rapidly absorbed; Creates and maintains glowing skin

-Body Butter: Pampers the skin to make it softer and smoother

To protect the elegance of dark skin, several general beauty tips:

-Be sure to drink a sufficient amount of water to help rehydrate the skin

-Protect against the harmful rays of the sun with SPF lotions

-Remove makeup and pollutant residues to unclog pores

-Use an exfoliation product like Afriderm™ Peeling Gel regularly to remove ingrained dirt

-Use a Serum to help lift the skin and prepare it to absorb cream