Even though we all have the same skin, skin care can be intimidating for men. There are too many options and it’s not their thing, so I hope this post gives you some places to start. Let’s get into Men’s Skincare and how/where to start.
If your man is only washing his face with his body wash in the shower, we need to K.I.S.S, keep it simple stupid (get the reference?!). Going from nothing to everything is going to be overwhelming and will stop as quickly as it started. We can start with 1 of 2 options.
Bare Bones:
- Cleanser
- Moisturizer
Pretty Basic:
- Cleanser
- Toner
- Moisturizer
**Pro Tip: Write it on a sticky note and keep it on the mirror or somewhere where you will see it.
If they just start with this in the evening, eventually have them do it morning and night, but sometimes you just have to start somewhere.
Let’s be real, they don’t want to use pink bottles and your jade roller (at least not yet). There are gender neutral brands out there that are really good for men and women’s skin that are good starting points.
Let’s get into the steps and benefits in Layman’s terms to express to our beloved men in our lives why they need to be taking care of their skin just as much as they do about their hair (if you know my husband, that’s one thing he will spend HOURS on before leaving the house).
Don’t worry, I have some product recommendations that are available at the drugstore as well as Rodan + Fields because, well, they are the best! But you can always have them use yours.
**These drug store recommendations (cleansers and moisturizers) are from Hyrum. Follow his YouTube Channel here.
Cleanser
Cleansing is SO important to remove toxins, oil, bacteria from touching your face, and sunscreen from the morning.
How to: Wet the face, apply a pea size amount of wash to hands and rub on face in circular motions for 30 seconds. Rinse and pat face dry.
Recommendations:
- Neutrogena Hydro Gel Cleanser (Dry Skin)
- Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser (Super Dry and Sensitive Skin)
- R+F Soothe Face Wash (Sensitive, dry skin)
- Simple Micellar Gel Wash (Combo)
- Earth to Skin Super Green Cleanser (combo)
- CeraVe Renewing Salicylic Acid Cleanser (Oil and acne prone)
- CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser (Oily)
- R+F Unblemish Wash (Oily and acne prone, use also as a shave cream to prevent razor burn)
Toner
Amazing, and necessary, for everyone especially men because it helps balance the skin and helps with acne, ingrown hairs, and signs of aging.
How to: Apply toner to a gauze pad, NOT A COTTON BALL. Wipe the gauze pad across your face and neck.
**Pro Tip: If they have sensitive skin, skip the toner, they can irritate already irritated skin.
For acne and ingrown hairs, look for a toner with lactic or salicylic acid in combination with soothing ingredients link aloe or chamomile
For dark spots and aging, look for AHA’s, BHS’s, or glycolic acid.
Recommendation:
- Mario Badescu Glycolic Acid Toner (Dark Spots)
- Simple Kind to Skin Facial Toner (Sensitive Skin)
- Pixi Glow Tonic (Acne)
- R+F Unblemish Clarifying Toner (Acne)
- R+F Redefine Pore Minimizing Toner (Enlarged Pores)
Moisturizer
Without moisturizing, your skin can feel tight and lack, well, moisture. DON’T SKIP THIS STEP! You will need one in the morning with SPF and one for night that is hydrating with rich, nourishing ingredients that won’t clog your pores.
How to: get about a dime size amount and place a blob on each cheek, forehead, and chin. Then rub in until absorbed.
Recommendations:
- CeraVe Moisturizing Cream (Dry Skin)
- Elf Happy Hydration Cream (Dry Skin)
- CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion (Combo)
- Versed Dew Point Gel Cream (Oily Skin)
- Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisturizer (Oil Control)
- CeraVe SPF 30 Moisturizer
- R+F Triple Defense Treatment SPF 30 (Anti Aging)
- R+F Soothe Replenishing Cream (Dry, Chapped skin)
- R+F Unblemish Matte SPF 30 (Oil control)
Remember, skincare doesn’t have to be hard, but it can be overwhelming! I hope this helps break it down on where to start your man on skincare.
Let me know if you try these products and tips!
