An Easy, Effective, Three-Step Skincare Routine for Men
Guys, listen up! Here’s something we already know but may not always consider. Our skin is not the same as a woman’s. It’s thicker, rougher, and - more often than not - oilier. Also, we shave. Which means we’re prone to razor-burn, and the frustrating redness and rashes that accompany it.
To get the best out of our skin, we need a skincare routine that’s specifically tailored to our needs, helping keep everything in balance, minimizing breakouts, and mitigating the deep lines and wrinkles that we typically experience as we age.
If you’re a man who’s yet to discover the delights and benefits of a consistent skincare regimen (or if you’re a caring partner keen to help the man in her life out!), here’s an easy three-step routine designed to get the skin in great shape.
Step One - Cleanse:
Men sweat. Sometimes a lot. And that means thorough, regular cleaning is important, to help remove excess oils and grime. The easy answer is simply to reach for a bar of soap, but this can lead to unwanted skin issues. Most soaps are harsh, filled with synthetic agents that might do a good job of cleaning the skin, but which strip away vital oils and bacteria in the process, leaving the skin barrier vulnerable, prone to issues ranging from cracking and dryness, through to redness, rashes and irritations, and even more problematic skin conditions like contact dermatitis.
The answer is to invest in a gentle, natural cleanser; one without synthetic surfactants and filled with protective antioxidants instead; a cleanser formulated to calm, balance, and support the skin, even as it leaves it clean and fresh.
Recommended Product: Clean Slate, AHA Fruit Acid Complex Cleanser
Step Two - Moisturize
Although everyone is different, many men have oily or combo skin, which means they’ll want to avoid a super-heavy moisturizer. Instead, a lighter, non-greasy moisturizer is preferable; one that provides ample hydration, but which also helps guard the skin against environmental stressors.
Additionally, if razor-burn, redness, and/or breakouts are a concern, then a natural moisturizer formulated to calm and balance the skin can make a world of difference. Look for ingredients like organic turmeric, calendula, aloe vera, and/or jojoba seed oil, all of which have innate soothing properties that will help keep the skin on an even keel.
Recommended Product: Task Force Nine, Turmeric and Calendula Calming Cream
Step Three - Face Oil
As a final step, a lightweight, non-greasy, natural face oil can deliver tremendous results. Not only will it help lock in all the benefits offered by the cleanser and the moisturizer, as well as offer further hydration and support for the skin barrier, it will leave the skin looking fresh and bright, infused with the kind of healthy glow that everyone aspires to!
Recommended Product: The Good Oil, Honeysuckle and Turmeric Face Oil
And there you have it! A super-easy skincare regimen, designed with men in mind.
If you’re in the market for a no-fuss routine that every man can follow, and which can help restore, calm, and balance the skin, then we highly recommend our ‘Men’s Skincare Pack’. Check it out here!
