Urban Skin Rx®, an unparalleled line of clinical skincare products, was developed by Rachel Roff, a highly successful Licensed Aesthetician. In 2006 Rachel opened her own medical spa, in Charlotte, NC, and it quickly became the leading medical spa and laser center for treating melanin-rich skin. Through her experience working on clients, Rachel learned which ingredients and formulations most effectively improved common conditions in skin of color, including hyperpigmentation and melasma. Recognizing the wide unmet need for products to address the concerns of diverse skin tones, Rachel founded Urban Skin Rx® in 2010. Urban Skin Rx® and Pro Strength™ collections include effective, targeted solutions with scientifically researched ingredients to help reduce the appearance of dark marks and uneven skin tone. The brand also offers additional products that smooth texture, reduce the visible signs of aging and fight acne and dry skin. Urban Skin Rx® is sold online at urbanskinrx.com and at Target, Ulta, Walmart, Amazon, CVS, QVC.com, HSN.com and Dermstore.com. In 2020, the brand launched its first international distribution in Nigeria.
Skin Care Routine
The ABCs of Even Tone Skin
Dark spots. Signs of aging. Post-acne scarring and overall unevenness. The struggle is real when it comes to your skin. And if these concerns concern you, we hear you glowgetter™ and most importantly, we’re here for you! The first step to even tone skin is to identify what’s causing the unevenness and to take preventive measures. Sun exposure is a common cause of dark marks. Make sure that you wear a broad spectrum sunscreen with...
Mineral SPF & Clear Skin
If you have oily, blemish-prone skin, the thought of choosing a sunscreen may make you cringe. Will it make your skin feel greasy and even more oily? Will it cause a breakout? Should you choose a mineral or chemical formula? Mineral sunscreen is a great choice if you battle breakouts and are looking for highly effective sun protection. Choosing the right sunscreen formula is all about how each sunscreen works. Chemical sunscreens convert UV rays...
C-ing is Believing for Even Tone Skin
You’ve probably heard the saying ‘the best defense is a good offense.’ When it comes to your skin, this is very true! If you want to defend your skin against dark spots and the signs of aging, you need this skincare powerhouse in your arsenal. We’re talking about Vitamin C, of course! Vitamin C, sometimes considered the holy grail of skincare, is a potent antioxidant that brightens skin and improves the look of hyperpigmentation, discoloration,...
4 Facial Regimens to Keep You Glowing From Head to Toe
If you’ve ever gotten a facial or medspa treatment, you know firsthand how relaxing it feels, but also how they can produce almost an immediate glow! Well, lean in close because this tea is hot. We’ve got four tried and true at-home facials that offer similar results to a professional treatment for more than just your face! Throughout quarantine, we had to get creative with how we helped our glowgetters™ boost their glow at home!...
3 Skincare Tips for Outdoor Workouts
You may not be competing this summer, but that doesn’t mean you aren’t going to try to medal while embracing physical activity in the summer sun! Before hitting the pool, park or field, make sure you and your skin are prepped and ready. Don’t know where to start? We’ve got glowgetter™ inside tips for maintaining a healthy glow when you’re working out in the summer sun. TIP #1 Make SPF your BFF The “golden rule”...
Skin Cancer and Deep Skin Tones
Summer is in full swing. COVID-19 restrictions have been eased. We’re all more than ready to make a break for a much-needed vacation or enjoy more time outdoors with friends and family. The one thing everyone must not leave home without--this time of year and in fact, all year round-- is sunscreen. And we mean everyone, no matter your gender, skin type or tone. A common and dangerous misconception is that people with melanin-rich skin...
Mineral or Chemical Sunscreen: Which to Choose?
What should be the last step in your a.m. skincare routine? Applying an SPF of course! While the summertime may be considered prime sunscreen season, everyone--no matter your gender, skin type or tone--should apply sunscreen every day, 365 days a year. Skin cancer does not discriminate and the fact is, melanoma is more deadly among people of color because they are oftentimes not diagnosed until later stages of this cancer. A daily SPF also...
Black-Owned LGBTQIA+ Brands
At Urban Skin Rx®, our mission is to recognize, represent and advocate for accessible clinical skincare for diverse skin tones with the greater goal to create a world in which we can all feel beautiful, confident and empowered by the skin we're in. This mission is backed by our commitment to serving, representing and standing up for all to be heard, especially persons of color and marginalized communities. In honor of Pride Month, we’re shining...