Hardly an ideal solution.
Skin conditions often present differently in darker skin tones, and thus darker complexions have different needs.
You could think of it as another insidious form of racism.

Why do [doctors] consider taking care of skin of color an optional field of study?
asksChaneve Jeanniton, MD, a board-certified oculofacial plastic surgeon based in Brooklyn, New York.
Another issue for skin cares lack of inclusion is clinical trials.

board-certified dermatologist and founder of Tone Dermatology
We need Black leadership in mainstream, white brands, says Dr. Robinson.
Barbara Sturm Darker Skin Tones, but it can still be difficult to find treatment productsespecially at mass retailers.
Once more products are created, they still need to make their way into retail stores.

But development takes money, and investors have largely ignored Black business owners.
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board-certified dermatologist and founder of Tone Dermatology

