Cleansers are an important aspect of any skincare routine that provide several benefits to the skin and have to be a part of every men’s facial routine. Cleansers are used to remove daily dirt build up, oil, and other impurities from the skin. They aid in the unclogging of pores, which helps to prevent breakouts and leaves the skin looking and feeling cleaner. A gentle cleanser for your skin type, such as a gel or foaming cleanser, is a good place to start. Splash warm water on your face and emulsify your cleanser in your hands. Using circular motions, massage the cleanser into your skin, letting it foam and bubble. Rinse your face well and pat it dry with a clean cloth. This finishes the first step of your men’s facial routine.

Have you ever woken up and your skin feels tight and looks noticeably dry and flakey? Moisturisers are an essential part of any men’s facial routine as they keep the skin hydrated and prevent dryness. They function by trapping moisture in the skin's surface and preventing it from evaporating. This aids in the maintenance of soft, supple, and smooth skin. Moisturisers can also protect the skin from external stressors including pollution, wind, and sun damage. Some moisturisers include antioxidants, which aid in the neutralisation of free radicals, minimising skin damage and aging. Choose a moisturiser suitable for your skin type, such as a lightweight lotion for oily skin or a heavier cream for dry skin. Gently apply a small quantity to your face and neck and massage it in, starting with a pea-sized amount and adding more as needed. Having this step in the men’s facial routine is of great importance as moisturised skin gives off a vibrant fresh look and helps in boosting self confidence as well.

The final phase of a basic men’s facial routine is sun protection. Sunscreen is an essential part of every man's facial routine. Before heading outside, make sure you always use a sunblock with at least SPF 30. Apply sunscreen to the whole face, covering all exposed skin, including your ears and neck. UV protection should be used on a regular basis to help prevent UV damage and keep the skin looking and feeling healthier.

An intermediate men’s facial routine is the same as the basic but has some extra steps to perform as well. Begin by cleansing your face with a mild cleanser made specifically for your skin type. Wet your face with warm water before applying the cleanser and massage it into your skin in circular motions. Thoroughly rinse your face with lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean towel.

Make exfoliating an important part of your men’s facial routine calender. Use an exfoliating scrub after cleansing once or twice a week to exfoliate dead skin cells and increase cell turnover. Apply the scrub to your face and massage in circular motions, concentrating on congestion-prone areas like the nose and forehead, avoid use around the eyes, thoroughly rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry to see the results. 

Use a toner after cleansing and exfoliating to balance your skin's pH and prepare it for moisturiser. Toner is important to use after cleansing because the pH level of the skin is normally somewhat acidic, and cleansing can upset this equilibrium. A toner aids in the restoration of the skin's pH balance, which is essential for keeping healthy, balanced skin. Toners can also make your other products more effective, this means that you don’t need to use as much product. Depending on the toner you can either put the toner on a cotton pad, and apply to your face, or gently spritz all over the face area making it another important step in the daily men’s facial routine. (source)

Apply a moisturiser to your face and neck to complete your regimen. Choose a moisturiser suitable for your skin type, whether oily, dry, or combination. Use upward circular movements to massage the moisturiser into your skin and let it get absorbed fully to see optimum results.

Before using your regular cleanser, begin by removing any sunscreen, or excess oil from your skin using an oil-based cleanser. To eliminate any leftover pollutants, use a water-based cleaner. This phase guarantees that your skin is completely clean and ready for the following processes.

To remove dead skin cells and increase cell turnover, use an exfoliating scrub or an acid-based treatment. This technique may improve your skin's texture and brightness and allows the skin to breathe free of congestion.

Use a toner to balance the pH of your skin and prepare it for the following stages. To moisturise your skin, look for toners that contain ingredients like hyaluronic acid or glycerine which help to hydrate the skin. 

A core component of an advanced men’s facial routine is applying an eye cream under the eye in those dark puffy areas. Apply the eye cream to the sensitive skin around your eyes to moisturise, nourish and reduce fine lines. To minimise puffiness and dark circles, look for ingredients like caffeine, vitamin C, or peptides. Eye cream helps in lightening those dark spots under your eyes and gives a rejuvenated look to your skin as well.

An important final step in the men’s facial routine is a facial massage. Massage your face to enhance circulation, lymphatic drainage, and puffiness. Massage your skin in upward and outward strokes with a jade roller or gua sha but keep it light, gentle and slow to not harm the skin.

Finish off the routine with applying a SPF30 sunscreen. 

A men’s facial routine offers many benefits for the health and appearance of the skin. Regular facial care can help to remove impurities, dirt, and oil from the skin, leading to clearer, brighter, and healthier-looking skin. By using specialised products such as cleansers, toners, and moisturisers, men can keep their skin hydrated, nourished, and balanced. A consistent facial routine can also help to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and other signs of aging.

It is important to pick the right products for your needs as there is a difference between women and men’s facial routine. Head down to our showroom for a quick and easy consultation!

It is important to pick the right products for your needs as there is a difference between women and men’s facial routine. Head down to our showroom for a quick and easy consultation!

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