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    GlossaryEthnic Skin (Darker Skin Tones)

    skin with higher melanin levels, common in African, Asian, Latin, and Native American descent

    Ethnic Skin, also known as Skin of Color, refers to the skin types of individuals with higher levels of melanin, including those of African, Asian, Latin, and Native American descent. This type of skin is more prone to certain conditions such as hyperpigmentation, keloids, and melasma, and may respond differently to treatments and products compared to lighter skin tones.

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