Skin scientist and clinician Steventon argues that it is limiting to view Asian skin care and indeed Asian consumers’ skin needs as uniform when discussing such a vast geographical area
The 'Asianisation' of skin care has become a trend.
But is it correct to perceive 'Asian skin' as a uniform skin type when in fact there may be a number of different skin types within this vast geographical area?
Key factors to consider include climate, lifestyle, skin types and concerns, skin care habits and approaches to skin health – all of which have been reported to differ widely in Southeast Asia[1].
Different altitudes create different environments in terms of air temperature, humidity and UV radiation that can specifically influence the condition of the skin
Asian women aim for a porcelain skin that is smooth and remains so later in life. Asian skin has increased skin reactivity and a thinner stratum corneum. It can become sensitive to environmental factors and skin care products, disrupting weaker skin barrier.
Acne scarring and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation are top skin concerns. Darker skin produces . . .
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