For most men, skincare simply means
washing your face with a bar of soap, rinsing with water and rushing out the
door – are we right fellas? A healthy skin care
regimen is just as important for men as it is women, however, the only
problem is that most men don’t know how to look after their skin or even what
skincare is.
However, it’s now time to step up
your skincare game gentlemen:
1. Cleanse daily
Put the soap down! Ordinary soaps and
shower gels are loaded with detergents and deodorisers, which can be too harsh
and dehydrating for the skin. If you don’t cleanse
your skin on a daily basis, the excess grime and oil could leave you with
clogged pores and breakouts.
Invest in a facial cleanser and use
this daily. Try Dermalogica’s ‘Clean Bar’, which is a perfect first cleanser
for those who usually use a bar of soap. Despite looking like the familiar
soap, this cleanser helps to exfoliate and soothe skin and is perfect for all
skin types. You or your girlfriend/sister/mum/friend can pick this up from our
salon.
2. Don’t shave against the grain
The number one mistake guys make
when shaving! Most men shave against the direction of their hair growth to get
a closer shave, but doing this irritates the skin and causes ingrown hairs.
Shave in the direction that feels smooth and try to avoid going over areas more
than once, as this will also irritate the skin.
One
of the first places we notice the signs of ageing is around the eyes. This is
because the skin in this area lacks sweat and oil glands, making it prone to
dehydration and therefore fine lines and wrinkles.
Pick
up Guinot’s ‘Eye Gel Express Anti-fatigue’ for men, a hydrating eye cream that
will help to hydrate, smooth and protect your skin.
