Men’s skin care has changed dramatically in recent years. The change can be compared to Sean Connery’s first Bond movie, Dr. No, and Daniel Craig’s Quantum of Solace. It is basically the same but has become more sophisticated.
It’s because times have changed. Today, when it comes to men’s skin care, most men under the age of 40 are comfortable with the topic. Some may even be eager to give a tip or two about some amazing new product they’ve recently tried.
On a website geared toward men, there’s even a step-by-step guide on how to hide blemishes that can ruin a man’s image or career. In fact, the phrase ‘look professional’ for men is no longer limited to wearing a suit and carrying a briefcase. Today’s public has become more finicky, even for the male species.
So how do men, especially those who are not so used to the concept of men’s skin care, adapt to changing times? The answer, which can send a testosterone-charged man running for the hills, is simply to get in touch with the feminine side. Or in other words, ask your wife, daughter, sister or mother.
Women are more in tune with their skin. This may be due to the varying levels of the hormone estrogen in their body and its visible effects on their skin as they age. Fortunately for men, there is usually less of this hormone in them, and its role in men is still unclear.
As a general guide, the same basic principles will apply to men’s skin care as to women’s. One needs to know their skin type. From there, you will most likely continue with your daily skin care routine.
The general process of caring for facial skin usually begins with cleansing, which is done once in the morning and once at night before going to bed. The next step after cleansing is what separates it from the usual feminine regimen: shaving.
The most that shaving can do to your skin is cuts and nicks, and if your skin is not sufficiently protected or cleaned, the bacteria present can cause infections. However, since the development of aftershave lotions, which are generally astringent and alcohol-based, they have done a good job of preventing infections. However, due to strong antibacterial actions, it makes the skin of frequently shaved areas drier.
So after shaving, the next process is toning (which is done in aftershave lotions) and due to the drying effect, a moisturizer may be needed. Some aftershave lotions also claim to have moisturizers.
Knowing what to do is one thing. Knowing what products to use to do these steps is another. There is a bewildering amount of products to choose from. And men generally don’t have the patience and stamina of their female counterparts to review men’s skin care products. So here’s the secret: read the labels. Learn what ingredients to look for.
If you are looking for quality and effective products, look for the following natural and scientifically proven ingredients: Coenzyme Q10, specifically, the Nano-Lipobelle H-EQ10 variant. Also look for Cynergy TK, an innovative ingredient from New Zealand. Another is Phytessence wakame, and seaweed extract.
The products listed above are powerful on their own in helping your skin repair itself, regrow, and resist premature aging. In combination, however, they are amazing. Results have been seen in just three weeks.
Men’s skin care has become more daring. The time has come for you to meet them face to face.