This is an era that emphasizes decency, and it is very important for both men and women to maintain a fresh and healthy skin condition. From the perspective of skin characteristics, men's sebaceous glands and sweat glands are larger than women's, and their skin acidity is higher than women's. They secrete more sebum and sweat, and their facial and body hair is thicker and denser, so they need daily skin care. Cleansing, after-shave care, and moisturizing are the three basic skincare habits that men must develop.
1. Skin cleansing is essential
According to skincare experts, men's skin secretes more sebum compared to women, about twice as much. Sebaceous glands secrete oil, which can make the skin slightly acidic under normal circumstances, inhibiting the growth of bacteria. However, excessive oil not only makes your face oily, but also if it is blocked by dead skin or dirt and cannot be expelled, it can cause acne and pustules due to bacterial growth. Therefore, skin cleansing is particularly important for men. The milder the men's facial cleanser, the better. Low irritation, slightly neutral or weakly acidic is the most basic requirement. It should also have bactericidal, anti-inflammatory, and astringent effects that oily skin needs. Whether it is soap, gel, or lotion depends on your skin type and habits.
Upgrade care: For men, as long as you don't have dry skin, it is necessary to focus on cleansing the T-zone. Men's facial cleansing should also pay attention to basic techniques. Apply the cleanser on the forehead, both sides of the nose, and chin, gently massage in a circular motion, rotating from bottom to top, from inside to outside, especially in areas with large pores, do a slightly deeper massage to draw out the sebum, and then rinse with clean water.
Daily cleansing routines only remove some dead cells that are floating on the surface of the skin, so it is necessary to give the skin a thorough cleaning regularly. You can use exfoliating cream or scrub to do a deep cleaning on the weekend. The focus of deep cleaning is also the T-zone. Gently massage with the middle finger and ring finger with less force to remove excessive sebum and aging keratinocytes on the epidermis.
2. After-shave care is important
If daily facial cleansing and skincare products are necessary beauty routines for women, then for men, shaving and after-shave care are also essential, but many men have not mastered the knowledge of shaving and after-shave care.
Firstly, shaving should be done in the morning when the face and skin are in a relaxed state. Choose a good quality and minimally irritating shaving cream and mild aftershave lotion. Clean the face first. When the pores are relaxed and the beard becomes soft, start shaving. The order should be from the temples, cheeks, neck, to the area around the lips and chin.
Secondly, aftershave is a must. Experts point out that there are some microscopic wounds on the skin after shaving that cannot be seen with the naked eye. These wounds need immediate care, otherwise they are prone to infection and difficult to heal, leading to problems such as pimples and acne. Using aftershave is very simple. Pour aftershave into the palm of your hand, avoid the eyes, and pat gently on the face in an upward and outward motion.
Upgrade care: Before shaving, you can start with a massage to help the shedding of aging cells on the surface of the skin, promote facial blood circulation, and improve the vitality of deep skin cells. The massage method is as follows: apply some massage cream on the face, and then use your fingers to massage in a circular motion along the texture of the facial skin, from bottom to top. This can be done when washing your face in the morning and evening, about 10 minutes each time.
3. Men also need moisturizing and sun protection
Don't think that washing the face with water and a towel is enough for men, and don't think that doing cleansing and after-shave care can exempt other basic skincare procedures. Basic hydration and moisturizing are still necessary, and it should start from the basics. Many men think that oily skin does not need to apply moisturizer, especially in the greasy summer, to avoid "adding oil to oil". However, this is not true. Men's skin loses more moisture, about 1/4 more than women, and about 54% of men have combination skin, so they are prone to problems such as dryness and enlarged pores. Applying moisturizer can form a protective film to prevent moisture loss, replenish deep skin moisture and nutrients, prevent skin sagging and the appearance of wrinkles, improve dull skin tone, and enhance the skin's resistance to sunlight, dust, and other factors.
Upgrade care: Many men think that men do not need sun protection, but this is not true. A survey shows that men are more likely to develop age spots earlier and the condition is more severe than women. Therefore, skincare experts recommend that men choose refreshing sunscreen products with lower sun protection factor. As for face masks, from the perspective of cleansing functions, mud masks are more suitable for men, but if you find them troublesome, you can choose sheet masks instead.
