Men’s Health: The Simple Skincare Routine For The Busy Modern Man

While there’s a lot to love about our modern world, it can be pretty challenging to keep up with demands. Between work, family life, and other activities outside of the home, everyday life is fast and furious. However, this doesn’t mean we must sacrifice our skin or neglect our care routine to keep up. In fact, many great benefits come along with keeping yourself well-groomed and in top condition. If you’re looking for easy ways to maintain your skin without breaking the bank or sacrificing your time, look no further.   

Here is everything you need to know about keeping your skin looking its best from head to toe every day.

Find What Works Best For You: Get To Know Your Skin

Before you dive right in and try out a slew of new skincare products, first make sure you know your skin. What does your skin like? What does it not like? What do you struggle with? These are all important questions to answer before you try to keep up with your skincare routine. How can you make your skin happy if you don’t know what your skin likes? And how can you properly maintain it if you don’t know what’s happening underneath the surface? 

Asking yourself these questions will help you determine what your skin needs the most. To understand how your skin is truly doing, you need to take some time to get to know it more intimately. And the best way to do this is to take a good, hard look at your skin before you even start using products. This will allow you to identify any skin concerns you might need to address immediately.

Step One: Quality Shower Products

Your shower products are an essential part of your skincare routine. Not only will they help you cleanse and exfoliate your skin, but they’ll also help to balance out your natural oils and moisturize your skin after a long, tiring day. It’s also important to note that shower products are a great way to eliminate any impurities from the day. With that in mind, you don’t want to splurge on a high-end brand. But you also don’t want to go for a cheap bottle of shower gel that you’ll have to replace and will only be wasting money on. That’s why looking for a high-quality, affordable, effective, and gentle shower gel on your skin is important.

Foaming cleansers, gel cleansers, or even a washcloth come in handy. Look for cleansers or toners containing ingredients like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide to eliminate excess oil and hyperpigmentation. Your hair is also a big part of the shower care equation. Makes sure to protect your hair with quality products. Just like your skin, you’ll need to know your hair type to choose the right product. 

Step Two: Exfoliate Gently

Exfoliating is a great way to get rid of any excess dead skin cells and cleanse your pores. But many people are under the impression that they need to exfoliate their skin daily to maintain their complexion. The truth is, there’s no need to overdo it — especially if you have sensitive skin. Exfoliating your skin too often can actually irritate it by removing the top layer of its natural protection. While it’s true that the epidermis, or outer layer of the skin, is replaced every 28 days, it’s also true that it’s fragile and delicate. The right amount of exfoliation is about removing the excess build-up in the pores to allow the skin to breathe.

While it seems like a luxury, you should do it every week or two. The key is to choose an ingredient that will not only help to open up your pores. But that won’t cause any damage to the sensitive skin underneath it, either. Alpha hydroxy acids are the most common ingredient used in exfoliating products. However, these can cause redness on sensitive skin types and should be used cautiously. Beta hydroxy acids are also becoming more popular, but they’re quite a bit gentler.

Step Three: Tone And Tighten Up

From the outside, skin looks great when it’s toned, but what about the inside? Whether you have oily, dry, or normal skin, your skin’s pH level is still pretty much the same. This means that your skin is naturally exfoliating itself and ridding itself of bacteria and excess oil that build up over time. There’s nothing wrong with this. It’s actually a good thing. But it is something you want to try and keep under control. 

When it comes to tone and tightening, it’s important to remember that you don’t want to overdo it. Exfoliating and toning can help eliminate excess build-up, but you don’t want to scrub the skin too harshly. If you go overboard, you can lead to irritation and redness. Instead, look for a toning product that’s gentle enough to eliminate excess oil while leaving your skin feeling clean and toned. Also, it’s important to keep in mind that you don’t want to apply too much toner. You want to use just enough to get rid of any excess oil or impurities but not too much so that your skin dries out.

To keep your skin’s pH level balanced, you want to add some products that help it stay at an even, healthy level. There are a few different ways to go about this, including using a moisturizer with a low pH level, like lactic acid, or a toner with a higher pH level, like glycolic acid. Look for products that have both ingredients and choose a few that work best for your skin type.

Step Four: Always Use An SPF

What’s an SPF, you ask? It stands for Sun Protection Factor. This measurement describes the amount of time you can spend in the sun before you’ve potentially generated a sunburn. SPFs range from 15 to 50+, with 20 being the most common. The higher the SPF level you choose, the longer you can spend in the sun before you need to take cover. However, it’s worth noting that not all SPFs are the same, so choosing one that’s right for you is essential. You want to look for ingredients like titanium dioxide or Mexoryl SX that offer broad-spectrum protection.

Despite popular belief, sunscreen doesn’t just protect the skin from sun damage and premature aging. It’s also a great way to keep your skin looking healthy and even-toned. And protect it from environmental damage, like pollution and UV rays. It’s also important to note that sunscreen shouldn’t be used as a replacement for your daily skincare routine. You don’t want to skip your toner or exfoliating cleanser. And you don’t want to use SPF as a stand-in. Instead, aim to use sunscreen as an additional step to keep your skin looking great. Furthermore, make sure to wear it every day, no matter what the weather is like.

Step Five: Treat Problem Skin

With all the great skincare products and tips available these days, it’s easy to become complacent and neglect your skin. While you don’t want to contradict yourself completely by using heavy, oily products, you don’t want to ignore your skin entirely. If your skin is more oily, it might be time to switch up your routine and try a hydrating cleanser or toner that helps balance your skin’s natural oils. If you have dry or sensitive skin, you might consider switching to a hydrating moisturizer or adding a few drops of your favorite essential oil.

If you have any skin issues, it’s essential to address them as soon as possible. Problems with the skin can result from several things, like untreated acne or eczema. Use a reputable brand for targeted issues like eczema anti itch cream. That way you can be sure you won’t cause more problems. It’s also important to note that you should never try to cover up problem skin. Instead, you need to treat the root of the problem, whether that’s a skin issue or any unwanted pigmentation. 

Some Products Aren’t Worth The Hype

There are plenty of skincare products that you should try, but don’t buy them just because they have fancy packaging or lots of hype. Instead, only purchase skincare products that actually work and that truly improve your skin’s appearance. It’s important to keep this in mind while shopping, as not all products are created equal. If you’re in the market for a new face wash or moisturizer, only buy a product if you’re confident that it’s something you’ll use on a regular basis. Make sure that it’s something you enjoy using. Rather than one that’s been heavily marketed toward you. 

Skincare Is Self-Care

It’s worth reiterating that you deserve to take good care of your skin and body. Doing so can make you feel more confident and put together. It can also help you to relax, be less stressed about work or other issues in your life, and even have more time and creativity to spend with your loved ones, friends, and other activities. Whether you’re new to the skincare game or want to try something new, take the time to take care of yourself and your skin properly.