Self-care, mental health and skincare are topics not commonly talked about for men, akin to being social taboos but it’s good to know that more and more people are able to see these things as important to living a more active and meaningful life and see its impact to building your own personal brand.

With the variety of information you can get, it can sometimes feel overwhelming. This article breaks down the skincare basics for you, focusing on the essential steps that you can rely and build your routine on, so you can always look your best no matter the situation.

1. Cleansing:

Many environmental components that clog our pores or harm our skin are water-insoluble, which means that water alone is insufficient to get through these compounds and hence insufficient to eliminate them.

Cleansers are substances that have the ability to disintegrate dirt, natural and cosmetic oils, germs, and the outer layers of the skin in an emulsified form. All of this ought to be eliminated by a good cleanser without affecting the pH range of 4 to 6.5 of the skin’s natural moisture barrier. Make sure that each product you use is for your skin type. People with dry and sensitive skin should look for gentle cleansers, while those with oily and normal skin can mostly tolerate all forms of cleansers.

Here are some cleansers that are suitable for men’s thick, oily and tougher skin:

New CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser

A moisturising washing lotion for normal to dry skin that contains three crucial ceramides to support the skin’s natural defences.

Dermatologists developed the CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser to cleanse and hydrate skin without over-stripping it or leaving it feeling tight and dry. This non-comedogenic face wash uses MVE Technology to deliver 24 hours of hydration and contains three types of ceramides and hyaluronic acid to hydrate the skin and help strengthen the protective skin barrier. It is an effective yet non-irritating way to begin any skincare regimen for normal to dry skin.

IS Clinical Cleansing Complex

This transparent, featherweight washing gel is effective yet mild enough for skin that is very sensitive. The bio-nutrient, antioxidant, and gentle resurfacing elements in CLEANSING COMPLEX combine to effectively cleanse the skin’s surface and pores without removing its vital natural oils, leaving the skin feeling soft and smooth. When used as a treatment phase in professional facials, CLEANSING COMPLEX works wonders at removing makeup. This lotion, which works wonders for all skin types and ages, even aids blemish-prone skin.

2. Moisturising

Applying moisturisers is best done both in the morning and at night, right after washing your face and while your skin is still damp. By using it immediately after bathing, you can restore the natural facial oils that washing stripped away while also locking in any extra hydration that may be present on the skin’s surface. This will enhance the effects of the moisturiser and produce smoother, younger-looking skin. Applying post-shave lotions can also shield your skin from irritation, prickliness, or razor bumps if you’re a man who frequently shaves.

The bulk of your skincare products need to be used consistently for around a month before you’ll actually notice their true results because, in general, your skin takes at least 28 days for the surface skin cells to change over. You can only lose so much and have so much to gain, so don’t worry about applying moisturisers or lotions in your routine. You’ll appreciate this in sixty years, I promise.

Here are some of the best skin moisturizers for men:

Ceramidin Cream by Dr Jart

Deep hydration for the skin is aided with Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Cream, which also helps to fortify the skin barrier. It contains five different types of ceramides to improve skin barrier function and stop moisture loss, decreases the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and improves skin texture. And is suitable for skin types with sensitives

Avene Au Thermale Cream

Features a non-greasy, oil-free formula and a rich, creamy, fast-absorbing texture. contains a patented trio of lipids that closely resembles the composition of intercellular cement. strengthens the skin’s protective barrier against dehydration Natural Red Fruit Extract & Pre-tocopheryl are combined to provide free radical protection. Avène Thermal Spring Water is abundant for its calming and relaxing qualities. keeps skin nourished, softer, and more comfortable. applicable to the face and neck Recommend for sensitive, devitalized, and dry skin

5. Sun Protection

You wear protection in bed, so why don’t you when you go out and about under the sun?

Many men think that wearing sunblock or sunscreen is only for “beach” or “adventure” days but, contrary to popular belief, even when you are inside your house, the sun’s rays is constantly damaging your skin- increasing your risk for skin cancer, making you look older than you really are, and creating the perfect breeding ground for bacteria to cause acne.

Here are some light and shine free sunscreen for men:

Sun Bum Premium Sunscreen Moisturizing Lotion

In addition to shielding your skin from damaging and aging UVA and UVB radiation, this hydrating sunscreen solution from Sun Bum will replenish your skin with Vitamin E, a potent antioxidant that works to combat free radicals, which is the primary culprit in premature skin ageing.

Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Sunscreen

With technology utilising naturally derived Zinc Oxide, Neutrogena® Sheer ZincTM Face Lotion is a mineral sunscreen that offers maximum sun protection without the heavy feeling. With Purescreen® technology, this filters damaging UVA and UVB rays from the skin while providing broad spectrum protection to protect the skin from both aging (UVA) and burning (UVB) rays.

It leaves a transparent look on skin and contains vitamin E, a skin conditioning antioxidant, making it suitable for daily protection. This sunscreen dries with a non-greasy, lightweight finish thanks to our Dry-Touch technology. It’s gentle for sensitive skin, too.

To sum everything, you cannot expect to wake up with clear, healthy skin; you must follow a programme consistently in order to see benefits. Having a reliable 3-step programme nonetheless eliminates the burden of several processes, yet with this you’ll cover all the fundamentals to get results over time. Depending on the skin issues you’re trying to address, you can add further layers or extras after that.

Until you read from me again.