Today’s blog is dedicated to all the men out there! (Ladies your welcome to read so you can educate your man). You’re probably thinking the care of your skin is not as important as that of a woman’s because it’s hardly discussed. Wrong. Skin is skin whether it’s black, white, male, or female. And all skin needs to be treated with love! True, male skin care is more simplified than a female, but it’s because you men like it simple! You don’t want to worry about what day to use what product, which order they go in, and if you should even be putting it on your face.
But male skin care is not just about washing and cleansing the face. You have problems with your skin too. Question: every break out after you shave? Do you get those little white bumps filled with pus and as a result have tons of little ingrown hairs? Well, this is a condition is called folliculitis. And it’s more common than you would think. But even more common, is pseudofolliculitis often referred to as “razor bumps” which resembles folliculitis without the pus. These conditions are most commonly a result from improper shaving techniques. Shaving lotions that contain perfume, alcohol, or other similar substances can make the beard area more sensitive. Find fragrance-free products that contain protective and healing properties. Be gentle with your skin when shaving, shaving itself is quite abrasive to the skin. (But I don’t know everything, after all, I’m just a girl).
So what are some rules to follow when deciding on product for male skin?
No fluff. Men generally do not want highly fragranced, fluffy products. Creams need to be simple, nonfragranced, highly absorbent, with a matte finish. They don’t like the greasy feeling of some products.
Tubes are more male-friendly than jars.
A male client’s skin care regimen should begin with only 2 products. If he’s comfortable, a toner can be add as the third.
Most movements for the beard and moustache area should be done with the hair growth pattern. For example, shaving seems to be more effective and closer if it is done against the hair growth instead of with the growth. But the closer the shave, the more sensitivity may be experienced. To calm and soothe the face, men should shave and wash the face in a downward direction.
My friend came to me the other night and asked a very valid question. He said he gets little dry spots under his eyes and he’s had them for a while. What could he do to get rid of them? A good exfoliator 2-3x per week rid the face of the dead skin cells allowing your face to breath and receive the mosture it longs for! Also, remember to use moisturizer. Your skin can only produce so much hydration for the skin. Aid from a lotion is always appreciated. (Make sure it’s a face lotion, you don’t want to clog your pores up). And if you really want to get fancy (not sure that you will) there are some amazing eye creams out on the market today.
So boys! Please, please, please take care of you skin. It will thank you so much!
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