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☆ 13 best hyperpigmentation products for dark skin, according to experts
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-16 | by ( Ashley Morris | Ashley Morris Is An Associate Seo Reporter For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +25 min

I also rounded up a list of the best hyperpigmentation products for dark skin according to their advice and suggestions, along with some of my own personal picks. | How I picked the best hyperpigmentation products for dark skin | The best hyperpigmentation products for dark skin | How to shop for hyperpigmentation products | Why trust NBC Select? How I picked the best hyperpigmentation products for dark skinUsing expert guidance, I rounded up the best hyperpigmentation products for dark skin, including recommendations from the dermatologists I consulted, NBC Select staff picks, and more. Type : Hyperpigmentation products come in a variety of formulas, many of which can be used together in order to better treat discoloration. : Hyperpigmentation products come in a variety of formulas, many of which can be used together in order to better treat discoloration.

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☆ I'm a model in my 30s who still books jobs playing teenagers. Here are the skincare secrets I swear by.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( Amber Gibson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

I'm a model in my 30s who often books jobs playing teenagers. I believe having a consistent skincare routine is key to maintaining youthful, radiant skin. As a model in my 30s, my agent still regularly submits me for jobs playing teenagers. In fact, research suggests that poor sleep can have various effects on the skin, including fine lines, wrinkles, and dark circles. But because I'm relegated to what will get through a TSA checkpoint, I'm super discerning of what I buy.

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☆ 18 Best Pregnancy-Safe Skin Care in 2024, According to Experts
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-07 | by ( Macaela Mackenzie | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +32 min

SKIP AHEAD The best pregnancy-safe skin care products in 2024 | How to shop for pregnancy-safe skin care | Why trust NBC Select? How I picked the best pregnancy-safe skin care productsI asked board-certified dermatologists about common pregnancy skin concerns like dryness and sensitivity and for their recommendations on pregnancy-safe formulas. The best pregnancy-safe skin care products in 2024When you’re pregnant, it may feel like you have to abandon your skin care routine and start new, but experts say that is not always the case. The fragrance-free formula has broad-spectrum protection, which means it keeps your skin safe from both UVA and UVB rays. How to shop for pregnancy-safe skin careWhen shopping for pregnancy-safe skin care, experts say the best approach involves assessing your skin’s changing needs and talking with your doctor about what ingredients you feel comfortable using.

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☆ Entering my 30s, I still had no skincare routine. Doing these 7 things faded my forehead lines and dark spots.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-02 | by ( Julia Pugachevsky | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

At 31, I still didn't have a real skincare routine and didn't even wear daily sunscreen. I had forehead lines, oily skin, and dark spots from acne that made me self-conscious. AdvertisementAt 31, I had no skincare routine. I was self-conscious about my forehead lines and post-acne dark spots, yet overwhelmed by 12-step nighttime regimens. I found a sunscreen I love putting onEltaMD UV Clear sunscreen with no makeup (left) and with makeup (right).

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To help address some of these common skin care concerns, experts recommend swapping out your standard body lotion for a body lotion that’s specifically targeted for mature skin. I also included their recommendation for the best body lotions for mature skin along with highly rated options. SKIP AHEAD How I picked the best body lotions for mature skin | The best body lotions for mature skin | How to shop for body lotions for mature skin | Why trust NBC Select? The best body lotions for mature skin in 2024Best overall: EltaMD Skin Restore Body CreamWhen recommending lotions to her patients with mature skin, Garcia says she recommends this option from EltaMD because it improves dry skin, evens out skin tone and protects the skin barrier. How does a mature skin body lotion compare to a standard body lotion?

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The second week of Ulta’s Fall 21 Days of Beauty Event is almost over. Ulta Fall 21 Days of Beauty Event Sept. 7 dealsThe best Ulta sales on Sept. 8These pimple patches combat your breakout right at the start. Ulta Fall 21 Days of Beauty Event Sept. 9 dealsThe best Ulta sales on Sept. 10Unite is an NBC Select-staff favorite; the entire line is 50% off during the sale. Ulta Fall 21 Days of Beauty Event Sept. 10 dealsThe best Ulta sales on Sept. 11If you’re combatting hyperpigmentation and dark spots, consider this creamy, non-greasy serum from Elemis. Ulta Fall 21 Days of Beauty Event Sept. 12 dealsFrequently Asked Questions When does Ulta’s 21 Days of Beauty Event start and end?

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☆ I woke up covered in a painful rash. A caterpillar with toxic hairs was to blame.
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-26 | by ( Conz Preti | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

She took one look at me and said, "Yup, you got the classic presentation of browntail moth rash." The browntail moth caterpillar lives in treesI first heard about browntail moths from my kids' preschool. The caterpillars' hairs contain a toxin that, when brushed against skin, produces a poison ivy-like rash that is incredibly itchy and uncomfortable. I didn't touch an actual caterpillarWhat's tricky about browntail moth is that you don't necessarily need to come in contact with it to get the rash. My dermatologist said she's been seeing an increasing number of patients with browntail moth rashes.

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☆ The digital dermatologist will see you now
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-13 | by ( Susan Griffin | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

video calls and digital images to discuss skin concerns remotely) compared to 14.1% pre-Covid, said the American Academy of Dermatology. The advent of digital dermatology, pushed forward by increasingly innovative and sophisticated digital tools — not only smartphones and video calling apps but artificial intelligence — is enabling a growing number of global brands to diagnose, prescribe and produce bespoke creams via virtual consultation rooms. I tried Klira, a digital dermatology service co-founded in 2021 by British dermatologist Dr. Emma Craythorne. From Simon Ourian MDWhile digital dermatology makes it possible to access the expertise of people who might otherwise be out of your price bracket or zip code, there are inevitable drawbacks and limitations to using a digital dermatologist exclusively. “Although it was not a total transformation, my skin did get a bit better and I would recommend the digital dermatologist route,” she said.

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☆ My 80-year-old grandma has hardly any wrinkles. Here's her diet and daily skincare routine.
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-11 | by ( Serafina Kenny | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

We asked dermatologists whether Eto's skincare routine or just luck and genetics have helped her achieve flawless skin. AdvertisementEto has had a skincare routine for 60 yearsEto has followed a daily skincare routine for the last 60 years, using specific products from a Japanese brand, Manavis, for the past 15 years. Alster said that Eto's skincare routine has likely "minimally" contributed to her wrinkle-free skin, and having so many steps is unnecessary. Plus, Vitamin C helps protect the skin against the sun and has been linked to decreases in wrinkles, according to Oregon State University. Plus, research suggests that gut health and skin health are interconnected.

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☆ Dermatologist: This the No. 1 skincare product you should be using every single day for optimal skin health
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-21 | by ( Renée Onque | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

But there is one skincare product that Hamdan Abdullah Hamed, a board-certified dermatologist, thinks everyone should invest in and use daily for optimal skin health. 1 skincare product you should use every single day: Sunscreen"I think considering its benefits, sunscreen lands on top," Abdullah Hamed says. Sunscreen is vital for skin health because it protects your skin from sun exposure, according to Abdullah Hamed. Once it becomes dry, you will look older than your age," Abdullah Hamed says. "You should apply sunscreen evenly on all exposed areas about 15 to 30 minutes before sun exposure," according to Abdullah Hamed.

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☆ I worked at Sephora for over 4 years. Here are 5 products I swear are worth the high price tag.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-14 | by ( Emma Freece | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

The Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance dark-spot serum is a great alternative to vitamin-C formulas. I use this $79 Caudalie serum to remedy my dark spots. Emma FreeceIf you've struggled with dark spots, hyperpigmentation, or uneven skin tone, then you've probably turned to some sort of vitamin-C serum to help. I like the Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance dark-spot serum ($82) since, according to the brand's website, it's more effective than vitamin C, sun-safe, and nonirritating. I've tried countless serums to help brighten my acne-scar pigmentation and none have compared to this Caudalie formula.

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☆ Uncover: The Kenya skincare brand targeting African skin
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-05 | by ( Nell Lewis | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

Uncover – a startup founded by three women in Kenya in 2020 – wants this to change. It has developed a range of cosmetics that serve the needs of African women, says Sneha Mehta, the company’s CEO and co-founder. Jade Oyateru, the startup’s COO and co-founder, explains that while demand for sunscreen is growing among African women, they often complain that it leaves a ghostly white layer on their skin. The African identity carries through to the product’s ingredients, with each one containing a plant grown on the continent. Pan-African skincareUrbanization and a young population are some of main drivers behind the booming African beauty market, but there is still a big gap in knowledge, says Uncover’s Oyateru.

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☆ What’s driving sunscreen’s big boom
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-19 | by ( Leah Asmelash | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

In 2020, the global value of sun care products was $10.7 billion. Millennial skin care favorites — Paula’s Choice ($34), Glossier ($25), Drunk Elephant ($34) — have all created their own luxury daily sunscreens. “I think there is a more pervasive media representation of (the benefits of) wearing sunscreen, like preventing aging and preventing skin cancer,” Waldman said in a phone interview. In a study published in 2021, scientists found that more children in middle and high school were wearing sunscreen, a trend researchers partially attributed to social media. Meanwhile, young influencers on TikTok parade their multi-step skin care routines, with many featuring products like retinoids and AHAs, celebrated for their role in minimizing signs of aging.

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The skin care and beauty industry is booming and bringing in over $90 billion worldwide. On average, Americans spend $722 on their appearance, including skin care, each year, according to a November 2022 survey of over 1,000 people from Advanced Dermatology. Ashleigh MitchellAshleigh Mitchell was walking out of a Sephora store in Times Square NYC when we stopped her to inquire about her daily skin care routine. Hyram YarbroHyram Yarbro is a well-known skin care influencer who's amassed 4.5 million subscribers on his YouTube channel. As an influencer and founder of her own skin care line, beauty products are one thing Louise doesn't mind spending a lot on.

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☆ I make 6 figures a year peeling people's skin for a living. I feel more fulfilled as an aesthetician than I did working in real estate.
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-10 | by ( Ryan S. Gladwin | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

After building her brand and creating an at-home peel kit, Barber-Raymond had a six-figure 2020. A chemical peel exfoliates the top layer of skin to shed all the dead cells, revealing smoother skin underneath. The moment I got my license, I became a full-time aesthetician focused on chemical peels for the face and body. Skin peels can be life-changing for people, and it's so fulfilling to seeMy favorite area to peel is the back. I just didn't feel fulfilled, and it didn't light me up the way chemical peels do.

When shopping for products to help address issues like under-eye puffiness, dark circles and fine lines, it’s important to buy items specifically designed for the under-eye area, said Dr. Karen Burke, a board-certified dermatologist and research scientist. According to the medical experts we consulted, under-eye patches work by targeting dark circles, crow’s feet, wrinkles and fine lines. The best under eye patches and masks of 2023Below are a handful of expert-recommended under-eye patches that are formulated to nourish the under-eye area. The experts we spoke to gave these eye patches a thumbs up when it comes to combating puffiness thanks to a cooling cucumber extract. These under-eye patches can be reused up to 10 times, according to the brand.

☆ A micro influencer landed 7 brand deals after improving her TikTok SEO strategy. Here's how much she's earned in the last 4 months.
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-03 | by ( Shriya Bhattacharya | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

When Nadja Marrero first started scrolling through TikTok in 2020, she was frustrated with the skincare content she saw. In the past four months of optimizing SEO, Marrero has made $7,350 through seven brand deals, according to documentation verified by Insider. Before September, when she started prioritizing SEO, she said brands would reach out to her every two months or so. "Brands used to tell me they just randomly found my page, but that's not the case anymore," she said. Companies including Neutrogena and Elf Cosmetics also found Marrero through TikTok and reached out to collaborate in recent months.

☆ 11 retinol and retinoid products for acne, wrinkles and more
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-28 | by ( Morgan Greenwald | Morgan Greenwald Is A Senior Editor For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +16 min

SKIP AHEAD Retinol and retinoid products | Retinol vs. retinoid | How to use retinol | What are the potential side effects of retinol? The serum contains time-released 1.5% retinol — which is on the higher side for retinol products — as well as vitamins C and E and squalane to moisturize the skin, according to the brand. Since retinoid products speeds up skin cell turnover, it can leave your skin feeling and looking dry, red and irritated. Greenwald has tried dozens of skin care products and brands over the years, including retinol products. Based on their guidance and recommendations, Greenwald reviewed the features and ingredients of highly rated retinoid products from brands like Neutrogena, Skinceuticals, Peter Thomas Roth, The Ordinary and more.

☆ How a 26-year-old Black female founder raised $12.6 million in venture capital for her skincare brand, Topicals
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-10 | by ( Jennifer Ortakales Dawkins | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Olowe gave her advice for pitching investors with confidence as a Black female founder. Her company creates skincare products for chronic conditions that can be difficult to treat and contribute to lower self-esteem. Before last year, only 93 Black female founders had raised $1 million or more in venture capital, according to ProjectDiane, a biennial report on the state of Black and Latina women founders by the organization Digitalundivided. Above all, she doesn't let the statistics on funding for Black female founders trip her up. That means she provides more context to give investors a deeper understanding of the market for skincare products, especially within communities of color.

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