Many men overlook skincare routines deeming it to be a feminine act. Skincare in reality, is a necessity more than just an act as even an old leather needs some polish and care. This ultimate men’s skincare guide will help you develop, hands down, the best and the easiest men’s grooming routine meeting your skin’s needs.
Ultimate skin care Tip 1 – Wash your face like a Man
Due to testosterones, a man’s skin is thicker and is prone to acne and dryness. Commonly in men, the issues of dry skin, acne and razor cuts prevail and can vary based on the nature of their work. A man’s skin is oilier and thicker than a woman’s and dirt and grime can settle deep in pores. And while scrubbing your face over and over again with harsh, off-the-shelf bar soaps may seem like skincare, its actually does the opposite as it dries the skin out and makes your facial hair or the lack of it, coarse and rigids, in addition to that, it leaves your skin oilier, helping it accumulate dirt and germs throughout the day. A little investment in Charcoal, salicylic acid, or tea tree oil-based facewash may not make you broke but will definitely make you look good as they are produced keeping your skin in mind – trust the research for once.
Wet your face with water, use coin sized blob of facewash, gently rub and lather all over your face and neck and wash with mild warm or cold water and youre good to go!.
Ultimate skin care Tip 2 – Exfoliate
A gritty face scrub with charcoal or glycolic acid used 1-2 times per week, can actually clean those skin pores from dirt, ingrown hair, oil clogs and dead skin cells which, fun fact, can be a cause of skin cancer.
Wet your face with warm water, open the clogged pores, use minimal amount of scrub to gently rub and exfoliate all over your face and neck and clean with warm water. It is preferable to exfoliate before shave as scrubbing after shave can cause rashes and itchiness.
Ultimate skin care Tip 3 – Moisturizer
Now that the face is all clean with all that wash, what good is that expensive suit if your skin is all flaky and dry. A dry skin, in addition to looking bad, can also cause itchiness and rashes, and a good old scratch from fingernails can lead to a pimple breakout, acne or cuts. A moisturizer for men, not only keeps the skin from falling off, but it also actually keeps it hydrated. A hyaluronic acid-based moisturizer, or any moisturizer that says “man” on it, absorbs in the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft –(not the feminine soft). It is, however, suggested that the right formula for your skin must be picked.
For oily skins- a Lightweight oil free moisturizer can work wonders. If it is a dry skin you equipped, a rich hydrating cream will save your face. If you have e combination skin of dry and oily, A balanced moisturizer with vitamin E does the trick. A generous amount of moisturizer can be applied throughout the day or during morning/ night, just make sure your face is clean from oil, sweat and dirt.
Ultimate skin care Tip 3 – Real men use SPF
While tan looks great and for some- can’t be helped, but for a very vast majority, including women, men and children, UV rays can and definitely will, burn your skin cells and may even lead to skin diseases and good old cancer. In addition to these, sun damaged skin can have blisters and dark spots as well. Solution? A broad-spectrum SPF 30+ (bare minimum) sunscreen every morning (and yes during cloudy days too).
A Lightweight, non-greasy, zinc oxide-based sunscreen (SPF 30+ for daily use, SPF 50+ for outdoor activities) can save you and your family from an unnecessary damage to skin.
Ultimate skin care Tip 4 – Do not bury your face in your hands
Stop picking every pimple, zit, scar and acne off your face. Period. The more you touch your face, the more grime and germs you deposit there and whilst your natural white blood cells fight to keep them from penetrating further in your skin, you make them lose their fight by picking your pimples. It is optional to, if as a man you want to keep your hands clean, to actually keep them clean with sanitizers or good old handwash. It is also further optional to keep your nails clean and trimmed as they can be quite pricky when you hold your loved ones.
Bonus Ultimate skincare Tip – You are what you eat (and drink)
Your diet shows your lifestyle. What you eat in a day, is not just for the taste but what comes with it too, if its oil based, you consume oil, if its fat based, you consume fat. From a man to a man- eat fresh, eat nuts, carbs, vegetables, fruits and meat. Cut back on drinking and for the love of God, drink water. Water will flush every single toxin out of your body and gives you extra time off your work as you take those necessary breaks. Be the royalty that you are and keep your guts clean.
Final Take: The better you feel, the worse you can behave.
Skincare is not vanity, its self-respect, and every man on this planet deserves a simple less fancy routine to feel and look sharp and confident. Stay consistent and your future self will thank you.
