Concern

Dryness

Ngozi kavu

Worsens in low-humidity environments, with age, and with over-stripping cleansers.

What's happening

The biology of the concern.

Insufficient hydration in the stratum corneum, often combined with barrier compromise. Can be genetic, climatic, or routine-induced.

Melanin-rich skin

Dryness can paradoxically present as ashy appearance on darker skin while sebum production remains normal — a hydration issue, not an oil issue.

Key ingredients

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Products · 4

Buumi Skincare

Ceramide-rich night cream anchored in marula oil. Restores barrier integrity overnight without occluding pores.

Asili Naturals

Unrefined Tanzanian shea blended with marula. A rich, occlusive treatment for severely dry or post-actives skin.

Marini Naturals

Highland-formulated hydrating mist combining baobab water with hyaluronic acid. Designed for Nairobi's dry altitude air.

Beauty of Joseon

Rich antioxidant cream with niacinamide, adenosine, and a hanbang botanical complex. The brand's heaviest leave-on for night use or dry climates.