Question 1

what does aids look like on black people skin?

Accepted Answer

HIV/AIDS: This is very variable and depends upon the particular infection or malignancy causing the skin lesions.

Question 2

is it true that black skin ( black people ) always need creams and milks to take care about their skin ? even males ?

Accepted Answer

No: Although your question may tip-toe the line of ignorance and racism, not all dark skin males need creams to care for their skin.  There are no absolutes in medicine.

Question 3

hi. are you aware of any articles, which discuss africans and sunscreen? i am beginning to hear, that black people should gravitate to it, for sensitive skin?

Accepted Answer

: Same answer as before: Everyone should where sunscreen regardless of race. Everyone can have a sunburn and everyone can have the negative effects of the sun.

Here you go: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/07/26/us/black-skin-sunscreen.html

Question 4

does laser skin resurfacing cause skin discoloration on black skin? african-american woman. my concerns are about laser skin resurfacing leading to skin discoloration. if this is the case, how long does it take for normal skin pigmentation to be restored?

Accepted Answer

Hyperpigmentation : Hyperpigmentation is very common in dark skin.  It can occur after a rash, acne, a chemical peel, or laser resurfacing.  It depends a lot on how aggressive the procedure is, as well.  I would carefully discuss with your dermatologist prior to a procedure.  Perhaps a test area prior to scheduling the full treatment would be prudent to see if you tend to develop hyperpigmentation. I hope that helps!

Question 5

i am a african american woman and i've notice that the skin on my face is starting to have a lot of light patches. why is that?

Accepted Answer

Multiple causes : This change may represent a rash such as pityriasis alba or vitiligo. Use sensitive skin soap, moisturizers, and sunscreens only. Consult a dermatologist to evaluate and treat this.

Question 6

i'm african american. as a baby/toddler i had light skin. now i'm 19 & my skin is darker brown. i didn't go in sun much as a kid. how'd this happen?

Accepted Answer

Normal: this is related to melanin pigments in your skin.  People skin color changes in the first few years

Question 7

i'm african american how do i even my skin tone?

Accepted Answer

Only with make-up: Skin that has color, regardless of ethnic/racial group, is naturally uneven from the start. In a new baby, the uneven skin tones are symmetrical (the left half of the body matches the right half) with subtle transitions, so a baby's skin looks very nice. In the real world, spotty color changes occur due to sunlight, dryness, rashes, cuts, scrapes, pregnancy, etc... Change can be darker or lighter.

Question 8

is vitalize peel/vipeel safe for african american skin?

Accepted Answer

Yes: i have used ViPeel extensively on dark skin and it is effective and safe.

Question 9

i am a 45 year old african american woman. i took isotretnoin (30mg tid) for 2 weeks and my facial skin darkened 3 shades.  i stopped...help!

Accepted Answer

Hyperpigmentation: What you have is postinflammatory hyper pigmentation meaning that skin irritation causes increased pigment. Isotretinoin causes increased sun sensitivity which could also cause increase in pigment in your skin.
Treatment is with prescription bleaching cream called hydroquinone.

Question 10

i'm african american and was out in the sun a lot of for the past week. i'm darker than usual. will i ever get back to my original skin color?

Accepted Answer

DARKER SKIN FROM SUN: THE ANSWER IS "YES".
STAY OUT OF THE SUN AND WITHIN A FEW WEEKS (CANNOT TELL EXACTLY) YOUR ORIGINAL COLOR WILL RETURN.
NOT TO WORRY . . .

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What does aids look like on black people skin?

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Is it true that black skin ( black people ) always need creams and milks to take care about their skin ? even males ?

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Hi. are you aware of any articles, which discuss africans and sunscreen? i am beginning to hear, that black people should gravitate to it, for sensitive skin?

A member asked:

Does laser skin resurfacing cause skin discoloration on black skin? african-american woman. my concerns are about laser skin resurfacing leading to skin discoloration. if this is the case, how long does it take for normal skin pigmentation to be restored?

A member asked:

I am a african american woman and i've notice that the skin on my face is starting to have a lot of light patches. why is that?

A member asked:

I'm african american. as a baby/toddler i had light skin. now i'm 19 & my skin is darker brown. i didn't go in sun much as a kid. how'd this happen?

A member asked:

I'm african american how do i even my skin tone?

A member asked:

Is vitalize peel/vipeel safe for african american skin?

A member asked:

I am a 45 year old african american woman. i took isotretnoin (30mg tid) for 2 weeks and my facial skin darkened 3 shades. i stopped...help!

A member asked:

I'm african american and was out in the sun a lot of for the past week. i'm darker than usual. will i ever get back to my original skin color?

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