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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.
Dark Spots & Uneven Skin
Pro Strength
Award winning for Best Sunscreen for Dark Skin Tones
$ 34.00
Pro Strength
Pre-cleanse treatment powered with 5% Cysteamine
$ 53.00
Men's
Soothes razor irritation and improves the look of scarring
$ 38.00
Sale price
$ 29.00
Even Tone
Gently cleans pores, removes makeup & brightens complexion
$ 5.00
Pro Strength
20% Vitamin C formula to improve dark marks and visibly firm aging skin
$ 58.00
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Dark Spots & Uneven Skin q+a
What causes dark spots and uneven skin tone?
The clinical name for dark spots is Hyperpigmentation. Hyperpigmentation is usually caused from an injury to the skin such as a pimple, scratch or other irritation. Sun exposure also causes hyperpigmentation which can be referred to as photo damage.
How can I prevent the appearance of dark spots and uneven skin tone?
If you have acne or hair growth which is causing your hyperpigmentation, then you must first start with trying to control the acne and hair growth. In some cases, the appearance of acne and ingrown hairs can be controlled by topical products but they often need professional treatments as well. At our Medical Spa, Urban Skin Solutions in Charlotte NC, we administer oral medications to control acne and prevent future scarring as well as laser hair removal to stop the hair growth that is causing hyperpigmentation. (click here to check it out!) And of course, we always recommend using a sunblock daily with a SPF level of 25 or higher. Clients who are trying to fade the appearance of hyperpigmentation or are prone to sun damage also need to wear hats in the sun and try to limit direct sun exposure.
What can I do to fade the appearance of my dark spots and restore an even skin tone?
In addition to minimizing sun exposure and wearing a daily sunblock, we recommend a daily corrective treatment applied at home to improve the appearance of your skin tone and hyperpigmentation. It takes a commitment from the client to be compliant with the daily application of the products as well as patience. Usually, the client’s dark spots did not appear overnight. The longer the hyperpigmentation has been there, as well as how much direct sun exposure the area has received can all play a part with how long it can take the appearance of hyperpigmentation to fade.
What are the best ingredients for fading the appearance of dark spots and maintaining an even skin tone?
Urban Skin Rx® has researched not only the most effective ingredients and strengths for hyperpigmentation, but the most effective combination of those ingredients. We use Kojic Acid, Arbutin, Ascorbic Acid, Retinol, Niacinamide, Hydroquinone, and sunblock ingredients such as zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. Keep in mind hydroquinone is most effective when used for 4 months at a time and then 2 month breaks occur before returning for another 4 months.