Black skin and skin aging: myths and reality

It is said that black skin ages slower than Caucasian skin and it is more or less true! Certainly, skin aging is an obligatory process but it does not manifest itself in the same way in all people. Dark and mixed skin types have a much higher melanin level than Caucasian skin types. This phenomenon works to their advantage because they are therefore protected from the first signs of aging such as brown spots, wrinkles and fine lines. But this does not leave them insensitive to internal and external aggressions which can accelerate skin aging. So it's time for us to get to the heart of the matter and reveal to you all the Nubian skins!

What promotes premature aging of the skin?

All skin, Caucasian or Nubian , is exposed to different attacks such as the sun, pollution, impurities which accumulate on the surface of the skin and which can go much deeper into the epidermis. To this can be added the use of inappropriate or aggressive beauty treatments which, instead of fading them, make skin imperfections resurface. Then come the lack of radiance, pigment spots , wrinkles, spots, etc.

Regularly exposed to aggression, the skin is damaged more quickly, which accelerates skin aging. Hence the importance of adopting preventive actions within your beauty routine: sun protection, moisturizing and repairing creams, oils or serums are your allies ! But above all, a perfectly carried out daily cleansing of your skin is necessary. It will allow you to free your skin of all the impurities accumulated during the day. These may ultimately clog your pores and prevent your beauty treatments from working effectively.

Why are black skin less reactive to the signs of aging?

Compared to other skin types, dark skin ages less quickly because it has a higher concentration of melanin . This pigment is naturally present in skin cells. The higher its level, the darker the skin. This also means that the skin is better protected against UV rays which cause photoaging.

Thus, we see that in black skin the first signs of aging generally appear 10 years later than in light skin. This is both a myth and a reality because although dark skin is wonderfully protected from the harmful effects of ultraviolet rays, it is on the other hand more vulnerable to hyperpigmentation. At the slightest attack, the skin triggers a protective mechanism by producing even more melanin. As a result, hyperpigmentation spots form and the skin loses its uniformity and radiance which can give a mature appearance to the skin.

We also notice that the dermis is thicker in black skin. The dermis is one of the 3 layers of the skin with the epidermis and the hypodermis. It is the core of the skin which guarantees its suppleness, elasticity and support thanks to the water, collagen and elastin it contains. So, when the dermis is dehydrated or no longer produces enough collagen and elastin, the skin loses firmness and volume. Which very quickly gives way to wrinkles and fine lines.

We are talking about atrophy or reduction in volume of the dermis, a phenomenon which manifests itself gradually over time, leading to skin aging. As the dermis is thicker in dark or mixed skin, atrophy occurs later.

Why are black skin more sensitive?

It is true that black skin is thicker and has a greater quantity of fibers such as collagen, reticulin and hyaluronic acid. This type of skin very often falls into the category of combination to oily skin, however, it remains very sensitive to dehydration and malnutrition.

The worst happens when the skin dries out. It then produces more sebum to combat this loss of water and as a result it very often suffers from excess sebum. The T zone becomes oilier, the skin is dehydrated and is sometimes accompanied by feelings of tightness due to dryness. Very quickly then, the skin peels easily and when it tries to heal itself, it produces more melanin which ends up giving way to very visible brown spots, not to mention the fine lines that form...

How to prevent signs of aging in black skin?

There are two main causes of premature aging of the skin: aggression and impurities . It is therefore important first of all to adopt a good cleansing routine in order to purify the skin and remove dead cells present on your epidermis. During the day, remember to protect your skin with appropriate sun care . Sun protection with SPF30 is generally recommended for Nubian skin. The HRB-3 Anti-Spot Day Treatment, thanks to its protection index of 30, will allow you to avoid damaging your skin cells and limit the appearance of hyperpigmentation spots.

Then comes the care part. For Nubian skin, it is about correcting spots and evening out the complexion. A serum/cream combination is ideal, especially in the evening. This is why at Nubiance we recommend HRB-3 anti-dark spot serum for its regenerative properties. It will allow your skin to control the overproduction of melanin, treat spots locally and improve the texture of your skin. Finally, to give him a final touch of comfort, NubiAGE D-fense ^TM cream will be ideal. This detox cream will release toxins from your skin while intensely hydrating it. Your skin will become luminous, soft, supple and radiant with beauty.

Delicately scented and with a melting texture, this cream is applied morning and/or evening to perfectly clean and dry skin for a guaranteed moisturizing, plumping and redensifying effect!