Easy skin care tips for men
For many men, skin care is a mere afterthought. Beyond the world of shaving their faces, it is rare for a man to devote time to his skin, especially the skin on his face. However, proper skin care is essential for the present and the future. Not only will men get more attention from women if they have perfect skin, their confidence will increase tenfold because of it.
#1: Wearing Sun protection
Avoid over exposure to the sun.
Sun damage leads to hyperpigmentation (brown spots) which can develop into serious skin disease. Excessive exposure can also exaggerate and thicken fine lines. Use an SPF 15 or higher on all exposed skin, especially on your face.
#2: men skin care routine
For many, the shower first thing in the morning wakes them up and gets them ready for the day. This is why you should take the time to wash and shave your face. After you get in the shower, wash your face with a non-irritating face wash (non-irritating usually means no active ingredients like salicylic acid or benzoil peroxide – if it burns or makes your face feel “cool”, it’s irritating). Preventing irritation is key to preventing adult acne and is an important part of mens skin care. After you get out of the shower, dont scrub your face with the towel to get it dry… just gently pat it off.
Keep it clean.
Men have approximately 15% oilier skin and significantly larger pores than women do. Basically, this means you get dirtier. It is very important; no matter what skin type you have, to clean your face every day. Deep cleansing is important. It keeps pores clear, skin healthy and you looking good.
A good scrub is essential for healthy clean skin. It will remove dead cells and smooth the surface of your face. The scrub should be strong without being damaging. Stay away from scrubs that contain rough elements like ground bits of nut or seed extracts. They will tear and damage the skin. A good scrub will invigorate you, not hurt you.
Moisturizing is a necessity. Again, the product with the least amount of chemical additives is the best. Always use a light moisturizer on your face after cleansing and shaving and don’t forget your neck!
Keep it toned.
Because men are outside more than women are, environmental debris and pollutants are more a factor to their skin’s health. Toning helps keep the skin clear and firm.As skin ages, it needs to work harder to maintain its elasticity. Astringents and toners with glycolic or alpha hydroxy acids work the best for toning the face. These acids actually can reduce the pore size, and help avoid ingrown hairs. They are aggressive and have quick results. Remember to look for a product that is not photosensitive (sensitive to light).
#3: Time to Shave
#4 Diet
#5: Exercise
#6: know when to treat your skin
Depending on your skin type (oily, dry or combination) and the time of year, there are different products that treat and enhance your skin. Different treatments will have very different results. It is important to know your skin’s needs.
#7: knowledge is power:
David Nicholas – Make-up Artist: Men’s Skin Care & Make-up Techniques
