The GlowGetters Guide

If you’ve been in tune with the skincare community for an extended period of time, you’re no stranger to conversations around the benefits of essential oils. In recent years, essential oils have continued to gain popularity among skincare, mental health and beauty circles.  So, the questions that remain are: should we consider folding oils into our skincare routines? And if so, which ones? What are essential oils?  Maybe you’ve heard of essential oils but you...

Are you looking for ways to boost collagen naturally? Has childhood acne left visible scars? Have you wanted to get a mole removed for years? There are some skin challenges that your everyday skincare routine may not be able to overcome without some extra help. But when you supplement your skincare routine with professional medspa treatments, your chances of getting stubborn skin challenges under control increase. Discover the benefits a medspa treatment can have on...

“New Year, New Me!” By now, you’ve probably gotten your fill of self-proclaimed new year’s resolutions, memes and uplifting quotes your friends and family intend to accomplish in 2020. From implementing a keto-friendly diet and losing weight to quitting smoking and joining a gym, we’ve heard it all. If you haven’t jumped on one of those resolutions bandwagons, but are still searching for a resolution you can get behind, Urban Skin Rx has some skincare...

If you’re anything like me, when mid-December comes around you realize you’ve purchased more Christmas gifts for yourself than you have for the friends and family on your list! And of course, now that you’re facing a time crunch you’re tempted to give gift cards. Instead, of being that friend, consider giving the gift of skincare this holiday season. Don’t be a scrooge, spread the love Do you find yourself constantly bragging about your favorite...

Picture it. You’re prepping for an upcoming holiday trip or vacation. You’re going through your list and you realize you haven’t considered how you’re going to keep up with your skincare routine while you’re away. A quick search for a vacation checklist shows that most people will end up packing their toiletry bags last. That’s why items like toothpaste, sunscreen and lip balm are often absent when you finally set everything out on a hotel...

It’s no secret that the food we consume can impact our digestive system, alter our bacterial balance, and even affect the appearance of our skin. If you struggle with skin challenges such as acne, it’s important to pay just as much attention to your diet as you do your skincare routine. With the holidays being right around the corner, it’s completely normal to trade in your diet for a plate of home-cooked food. But before...

  In the Glam Gap clip below, African American professionals from media to dermatology explore how dermatologists and skincare pros often overlook the need for specialized African American skincare. Fortunately, as awareness of the gap in skincare products that serve a diverse range of skin tones spreads, companies like Urban Skin Rx (celebrated in the video) step into the limelight. Check out this episode of BET’s digital original, The Glam Gap or read on to...

Are you embarrassed by troublesome bacne? Do you struggle with dry, itchy skin all over your body? It may be time to consider adding a few steps to your usual skincare regimen. A proper skincare routine isn’t just reserved for your face. In fact, if you want to achieve the ultimate glow, you should incorporate products that will enhance the appearance of your skin from head to toe. Now, thanks to Urban Skin Rx, you...