What Is Bronze Skin Tone? Unique Properties and Things to Know
What Is Bronze Skin Tone? Unique Properties and Things to Know
If you’ve ever been confused by all the different skin tones out there, ranging from caramel, to bronze, medium, olive, and everything in between -- you’re not alone.
In fact, many people don’t even know what their skin tone is -- let alone how to care for it. Thankfully, we are here to help you determine your skin tone and then take proper care of it.
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How To Identify Your Skin Tone
There’s so many different skin tones out there that it can be difficult to determine what yours is. This is especially true since skin tone is largely subjective. Thankfully, there is a more objective method of identifying your skin tone by using the Fitzpatrick Pigmentary Phototype Scale. This scale denotes six different skin types ranging from fair to dark.
If you have bronze skin, you’re closer to the dark end of the scale -- fitting into Type 5. This skin type typically presents as brown skin with red or golden undertones. It’s usually considered darker than caramel but lighter than the tones within Type 6. A bronze skin tone is typically paired with brown or black hair and dark eyes. Those with a bronze skin tone rarely burn in the sun and instead quickly develop a bronzed glow to their skin.
If you’re having trouble identifying your skin tone, here are some celebrities with bronze skin who you may recognize and relate to: Beyonce, Tyra Banks, Whitney Houston, Barack Obama, and Vanessa Williams. Generally speaking, a bronze skin tone is common in many countries in Central and South America in addition to the Philippines and India.
What You Need To Know About Bronze Skin
While not everyone with bronze skin will experience the same skin concerns, here are some things that you’re more likely to experience as someone with bronze skin:
- Bronze skin tends to tan quickly when out in the sun and rarely experiences sunburns.
- Bronze skin is not as sensitive as lighter skin tones and can withstand more pollution and irritation as a result.
- Bronze skin tends to age better than lighter skin tones and does not develop signs of aging like fine lines and wrinkles as early as other skin tones do.
- Bronze skin has red undertones as opposed to caramel skin that has yellow undertones.
How To Take Care of Bronze Skin
Bronze skin is bold and beautiful but you need to take proper care of it in order to maintain it. Here are some tips that you can use to take the best possible care of your bronze skin:
- Drink enough water: If you do not drink enough water, your once beautiful bronze skin can begin to look dull and dry. Drinking water hydrates our bodies inside and out. Medical experts recommend that men consume 15.5 cups of fluids a day and women consume 11.5 cups of fluids a day. Remember that if you’re losing water through sweat by exercising, you may need to consume more water than that base amount.
- Eat the right foods: Again, what you put into your body has a huge effect on bronze skin. In addition to drinking enough water, you also need to eat the right foods. To maintain your skin’s healthy glow, you need to eat foods that provide you with enough vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and healthy fats. Some examples of skin-healthy foods to incorporate into your diet include fatty fish, nuts, leafy green vegetables, citrus fruits, and healthy oils like flaxseed oil, soybean oil, and canola oil.
- Moisturize your skin: While bronze skin has a naturally beautiful appearance, it can experience dryness that can lead to dullness. As a result, you should consistently moisturize your skin with a nourishing moisturizer that has ingredients like hyaluronic acid and shea butter. Dermatologists recommend moisturizing as soon as you get out of the shower to lock in existing moisture and get the most out of your products. You should also avoid the prolonged use of hot water and pat dry after bathing to avoid dry skin.
The Best Skincare Routine for Bronze Skin
The best way to take care of bronze skin is to develop a beneficial skincare routine that’s tailored to your unique skin tone and skin concerns. Moisturizing is a key component of a skincare routine, but there are other steps that you need to cover as well.
For instance, you should be cleansing your face of dirt, sweat, and oils twice a day -- once in the morning and once in the evening -- with a gentle cleanser. You should also exfoliate your face on a regular basis either with a gentle chemical exfoliant like an acid peel or a physical exfoliant like a face scrub. You may also want to tone your face to remove any unwanted remnants, lock in moisture, and prepare your skin to better absorb other skincare products. After applying your moisturizer, you should apply any additional creams or serums to target skin concerns like hyperpigmentation, acne, or dryness.
This may seem like a lot of steps and a lot of work, but it doesn’t have to be with PROVEN Skincare.
PROVEN can formulate a tailored skincare regimen specifically for your skin through our revolutionary online skin quiz. From there, we pair you with three ideal formulations for your skin in the form of a cleanser, moisturizer, and night cream. These three products and steps can help you take the best care of your beautifully bronzed skin.
The Rundown on Bronze Skin
The Rundown on Bronze Skin
If you have been blessed with bronze skin, then you need to take the appropriate steps to maintain your natural glow. One of the best ways to do this is through a tailored skincare routine. By incorporating the right steps and products into your routine, you can protect your skin from damage to maintain a healthy and youthful glow for years to come.
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