The GlowGetters Guide

As an African American woman, I am completely aware of the things we are not taught when it comes to skin of color. We take the African American skin care regimen for granted. There are so many assumptions. For example, sunscreen not being a necessity for black skin. Where did we get that from!? Regular soap and water is fine maybe for some but this does not apply to us all. Sis and bro… Let’s...

Skin Cancer Prevention It has become a misconception that black skin doesn’t need sunscreen. Many believe the melanin in black skin provides adequate protection, which is untrue! Melanin is the color or pigment we see everywhere that is created by cells in the body. While melanin does naturally provide protection from the sun, it is nowhere near enough. Ultraviolet rays still have the potential to damage skin and lead to skin cancer such as melanoma....

We all know that going to sleep with a beat face is a bad idea but we don’t take into consideration exactly why; and no, it’s not just because of the makeup stains all over the sheets and pillow cases. Although you do want to wash your pillow cases regularly. Did you know that your pores open up more at night? So, whatever is left on your face at night before bedtime (like dirt, bacteria,...

Everywhere you look on Social Media you can see melanin-proud posts. #melaninpoppin has over one million posts and #melaninmagic has over 100k. At Urban Skin Solutions and Urban Skin Rx we call ourselves “the melanin experts". So what is melanin exactly? And what makes it so magical?    Melanin is found in almost every animal on the planet. It’s a pigment created by cells in the body called melanocytes. Simply put, it’s nature’s paint. It...

  We often get asked "Is Urban Skin Rx only for African American Women?"The short answer is "no!" First off, we are not just for women. Skin care is about treating the skin type, condition, and concern and not about whether you are female or male. We are melanin experts and pride ourselves in treating all skin tones with a focus on ethnic and darker skin tones. However melanin comes in all shades and races...

Summer is upon us and that means bikinis, short shorts, sun dresses, tank tops and well, you get the picture. It’s that wonderful time of year where we can dare to bare just about anything. However, if you’re not feeling extremely confident about your skin or feel self-conscious about bikini season, you’re probably not alone. Many of you are probably wondering, “What products can I use on my body?” And good news is, Urban Skin...

Typically, I don't believe the hype that comes with Instagram-famous fashion and beauty products. Flat tummy teas? I call bullshit. Backless, strapless bras that stay up all night on double Ds? I don't think so. By now, I've become so desensitized to #spon content that I just scroll right past it without taking a second to double-check... or double-tap, for that manner. Which is exactly why I tried my damndest to ignore Urban Skin Rx...

Spring is here and with Summer right around the corner, it’s time to start getting your body right! I’m not talking about going to the gym (I haven’t been in weeks, I’m hoping a spray tan will make me look 10 pounds lighter), I’m talking about your skin. It’s the much loved, or much dreaded time of year when we bare our backs, legs, arms and sometimes even the booty (if ya nasty). If you’re...