Best Skin Care Routine for Morena Skin: 5 Top Treatments and Tips

Morena skin tone, common among Filipinos, ranges from tan to deep brown with warm undertones that glow under the sun. More people are embracing this natural beauty, which requires proper care to maintain its radiance and prevent issues like hyperpigmentation and uneven tone. To our morena and moreno babies, this one’s for you!

Understanding Morena Skin

• Higher Melanin Content: Melanin provides some natural protection against UV radiation but also makes the skin more prone to hyperpigmentation.
• Risk of Hyperpigmentation: Darker skin tones can develop dark spots and uneven pigmentation more easily after inflammation or sun exposure.
• Natural Radiance: Morena skin often has a natural glow that can be enhanced with proper skincare

Skincare Routine for Morena Skin

• Cleansing: Start with a gentle cleanser to remove dirt and impurities without stripping natural oils. Look for a hydrating formula to keep your skin balanced.
• Exfoliating: Use a mild exfoliator 2-3 times a week to remove dead skin cells and promote cell turnover. This helps in preventing clogged pores and maintaining an even skin tone.
• Toning: Apply a toner to balance the skin’s pH and prepare it for the next steps. Choose one with soothing ingredients to calm the skin.
• Serum: Incorporate a brightening serum with ingredients like vitamin C to combat hyperpigmentation and boost radiance.
• Sun Protection: Always apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30. This step is crucial to protect against UV damage and prevent dark spots.

Tips For Maintaining Morena Skin

In addition to professional treatments, adopting a consistent skincare routine can help maintain an even skin tone:

• Hydration is Key: Drink plenty of water and use hydrating skincare products to keep your skin plump and healthy.
• Consistent Sun Protection: Even if your skin has higher melanin content, regular use of sunscreen is essential to prevent UV damage and hyperpigmentation.
• Gentle Exfoliation: Avoid harsh scrubs; instead, use gentle exfoliants to prevent irritation and dark spots.
• Healthy Diet: Consume a diet rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals to support skin health from within.
• Regular Skincare Routine: Stick to a consistent routine, using products suited for morena skin, to maintain an even tone and natural glow.

Belo Treatments for You

• Mermaid Facial:
  Using deep cleansing, exfoliation and intense hydration, this facial  influses glycolic, lactic and hylauronic acids into your skin for a natural glow

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• Skin Reboot: Angelique Manto
  Lifts, contours and refreshes skin through radio ferquency (RF) and microcurrent. This treatment also helps improve skin quality

@belo_beauty Beauty queen @angeliquemanto is summer-ready – and you can cop the same treatments, too! 👑 For a minimum spend of ₱15,000, Buy 2, Get 1 Free session of #BeloSkinReboot and Buy 3, Get 1 Free Session of #BeloAngelWhitening ♬ original sound – Belo Medical Group

• ZO Brightening Facial: Michelle Dy
  Helps manage the appearance of hyperpigmented areas as well as dark patches and uneven tones.

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• ADVALight: Bianca Umali
  Treats scars and pigmented areas; also targets overactive oil glands.

• Glass Skin Facial: Kiana Vee
  A multi-step deep cleansing wash that hydrates your skin and brings out its natural radiance through the infusion of lactic acid, glycolic acid and hyaluronic acid gel.

Cheers to kayumanggi beauties!

Our Belo doctors can best recommend a skin care regimen for you. We have clinics located around Metro Manila, Pampanga, Cebu and Davao! Give us a call at 8819-BELO (2356) or book your appointment here. 

Please note that prices may change without prior notice and the final price will be based on the doctor’s quotation upon consultation.