Treatments that work…
A little gift from me to you: clinics that leave me glowing
SKIN: THÉRAPIE CLINIC
Not all laser machines are the same; older ones can hurt Black skin because the laser can’t tell the difference between skin and hair color. Remember those laser nightmare storytimes on TikTok? Yikes. Thérapie uses Cynosure’s Elite iQ, which works on skin up to five on the Fitzpatrick scale, the most advanced laser tech right now. I’ve been impressed with the results, and they have locations all over.
BODY: ADA OOI
Ada’s got a lot going on, including treating skin holistically. I believe in traditional Chinese medicine, and Ada uses cupping, massage, and acupuncture to help with inflammation, fluid retention, and fatigue. In a world that often ignores Black women’s pain, time with Ada is like therapy for my body and soul.
A note on skin clinics…
We talk about hair salons lacking expertise in coily hair, but what about skin clinics not knowing Black skin? Our skin is a living organ that reacts to products and treatments, and some professionals just don’t have the experience. Knowing skin beyond number three on the Fitzpatrick scale isn’t universal. So, before booking laser or dermatological treatments, check if the clinic is on the Black Skin Directory. Clinics listed there are vetted and certified as having the highest level of knowledge in treating skin of color, so you know you’re in good hands.
Beauty Bag Essentials
Our favorite beauty experts on their go-to products
Carol’s Daughter Goddess Strength Shampoo
KEYSHA DAVIS,freelance beauty editor‘This shampoo does wonders for my hair. It’s super thick and creamy and leaves my 4C natural coils feeling soft, glossy and defined. It’s blended with castor oil, black cumin seed and ginger, which are renowned for their hair-strengthening and scalp-soothing properties.’
K18 Biomimetic Hairscience Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask
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JULIA DIOGO, nail artist and founder of Painted by Jools‘This leaves my hair silky- smooth after blow-drying. I’m in my haircare era, so adding products that help reverse damage is great for keeping my strands in good condition.’
Kérastase Nutritive Nectar Thermique Blow Dry Milk
CHELSEÉ LEWIS, beauty expert ‘I absolutely love this product. It really protects my hair from heat, it’s non-greasy and gives such a fantastic blow-dry. It’s a game-changer.’
Trepadora Coconut Almond Detangling Conditioner
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AMERLEY OLLENNU, beauty and lifestyle editor‘Trying to find a conditioner that can make detangling my 3C curls an enjoyable experience has been no easy feat. But if I close my eyes, I can pretend I’m on a sun-filled island thanks to the tropical scent of this rich and creamy conditioner. It leaves my curls soft, shiny and frizz-free.’
Ruka Hold Me Down Edge Gel
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ATA-OWAJI VICTOR, freelance beauty and lifestyle writer ‘This brand is known for its textured extensions, but the product I find myself recommending the most is this gel. I love it because it gives a foolproof way to turn anyone into an edge-swooping pro.’
DIZZIAK DIZZIAK Deep Hair Conditioner
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RONKE ADEYEMI, founder of Brown Beauty Talk‘After I double cleanse my hair, this product brings it back to life. It replenishes all the essential oils and detangles. It contains aloe vera, argan oil, castor oil, coconut oil and shea butter I started using it during lockdown and have never looked back.’
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