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Deeper skin tones don’t need a 12-step routine — they need the right few steps, done consistently. The two concerns we hear most are even tone (fading dark marks and hyperpigmentation) and protecting that work with daily SPF. Here’s a simple, effective routine and the products that deliver.
The 4-step routine that actually works
1. Cleanse — CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Gentle, non-stripping, and packed with ceramides to protect your barrier. A no-drama daily cleanser that won’t leave skin tight.
2. Treat — Good Molecules Discoloration Correcting Serum
The affordable hero for dark spots and post-blemish marks. Consistent use over weeks visibly evens tone — the concern that matters most for melanin-rich skin.
3. Moisturize
Lock in hydration with a lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturizer morning and night. Healthy, hydrated skin fades marks faster.
4. Protect — Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30
The non-negotiable step. It absorbs with no white cast — the reason so many people finally stick with daily SPF. Without it, every bit of dark-spot progress slowly undoes itself.
The one rule: consistency beats intensity
Hyperpigmentation fades slowly — think 8–12 weeks of daily use, not overnight. Keep the routine simple enough to actually repeat, wear SPF every single day, and be patient. Explore more in our Skincare edit.