No matter your lifestyle or gender, taking care of your skin is important. A lot of men have the common misconception that skin care needs to be really complicated, but it doesn't have to be. You can have a simple regimen that's easy to follow as part of your daily routine.
Male VS Female Skin
- In general male skin is thicker, oilier and ages differently to women’s skin. Male skin is, on average, approximately 20% thicker than female skin. It contains more collagen and has a tighter, firmer appearance
- Men have more active sebaceous glands, and therefore more pores, than women. Both their sebaceous glands and their pores are larger than those of women. Since men also produce more oil, they are more likely to suffer from adult acne
- Signs of aging appear later in male skin, but changes occur more quickly once they start. Men are most affected by sagging skin combined with puffy eyes and dark circles that make them look tired
- Men get wrinkles too, though they are often less of a concern than for women. Male wrinkles occur later than female wrinkles but, when they do appear, they are fully grooved
- Regular shaving makes male skin more stressed than female skin. Skin becomes more sensitive and reacts faster. Daily shaving can cause irritation because it removes the uppermost layer of skin cells, exposing immature skin that is particularly sensitive to environmental influences. A blunt razor and lack of lubrication while shaving can lead to nicks and cuts, razor burn and razor bumps
- Men generally have more mechanical damage from sports, roughing around or sun exposure, which could come in the form of pigmentations, scars, UV damage and more
- Women's creams and cleansers have lighter ingredients that won't bother their sensitive skin. But men need stronger ingredients for deep cleansing to prevent excessive acne. Men need to take care of their skin by following a sustainable skin care routine
How men can incorporate adequate skin care into their daily routine
Know your skin type
This is the first step to schedule your skincare routine. Any dermatologist will tell you how important it is to ensure that any skin care products are chosen with your skin type in mind. If the product isn't right for your skin type it won't be as effective and could aggravate existing conditions, or even cause new ones. Read our blog here to find out what your skin type is and how to use skin care products for your skin type effectively.
Cleanse regularly
Did you know that only 24% of men use a specific face wash, while 17% men just wash their face with water? Men should wash their face at least once a day using a mild face wash that suits their skin. Regular face washing helps remove dirt, excess oil and prevent acne and ingrown hairs, leaving you with a clean and healthy complexion.
Toner should be used immediately after cleansing the face during your morning and evening skin care routine. At the start of the day, your toner will help to create that naturally healthy base for other skin care products like SPF. At bedtime, toner plays its part in helping you clean and nourish skin before bed.
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Moisturise
The main function of any high quality men's face moisturiser is to hydrate the skin, protect the skin's barrier, and prevent aging by targeting fine lines, dryness and other imperfections in the skin. After thorough cleaning and gentle toning, it is important to moisturise skin to keep it soft and supple. A moisturising cream provides the right amount of moisture to the skin to keep it hydrated and healthy.
Do not forget SPF
SPF should be an important part of your skin care regime as it protects the skin from the harmful UV rays of the sun that leads to sunburn, tanning and gradually leads to early aging. For men, a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 is a great option and should be used daily. Reapplying the skin care is the second step to increase its effectiveness.
Skin care is not exclusively reserved for women anymore. Basic skin care is self care and self care is an important part of a balanced lifestyle. Invest in good quality basics and stick to it!