Men’s skin care is troubled by finding the correct uncomplicated procedure and process. The secrets to great skin for men are a correct process, correct products, a proper shave and facials from a skin care professional.
• Practice a skin care regimen twice a day. Wash morning and evening with warm water and a facial cleanser. Create lather so that dirt and oils are lifted from the skin. Rinse and pat dry. Daily face washing will keep pores unclogged.
• Before shaving, take a warm shower or steam the face with a warm cloth to soften the beard.
• Use a pre-shave oil to soften and set the face for a close shave.
• Daily shaving can dry out the skin. Look for shaving foam or gels that are specifically designed to treat a particular skin type.
• Don’t shave with plain water. Apply a protective shaving gel or cream to the face before shaving.
• A swivel-head razor will decrease nicks, as opposed to a disposable razor. Replace the blade often. A dull blade does not provide a close shave and can be irritating to the skin.
• Splash the face with cold water after shaving to tighten pores, but avoid using only water or alcohol-based after-shaves that can dry out skin.
• Dermatologists recommend using a daily hydrating moisturizer.
• After shaving, skin should be soothed with an after-shave balm. Men’s skin also should be protected from the sun for optimum health. Look for sunscreens or moisturizers with an SPF or 15 or higher for best protection.
• One a month get a deep cleansing facial from a skin care professional.
Tips For The Perfect Shave:
1. Use a sharp and clean razor blade.
To avoid skin irritation, use clean and sharp blades. Try the latest blades on the market. Rinse the blade often with warm water to maintain a smooth glide.
2. Use a good quality shaving gel.
Shaving gel is designed to soften the beard, raise the hairs and provide glide for the razor. Shaving gel allows you to see where you’ve shaved It should not contain artificial colorants, synthetic fragrance or animal by-products.
3. Before shaving
Prepare the skin; the best shave can be had once the hairs have softened. Use warm water or a steamy shower to soften up the hairs. Do not shave in the shower as there is a potential for knicks and more bleeding. Get the blade right temperature by immersing it in warm water.
4. Shave
Shaving in the direction that the beard grows avoids razor rash and ingrown hairs. However, if you’re not getting a close enough shave; with a fresh sharp blade, hydrated skin and a good quality gel lather try also shaving against the grain for the perfect finish. For the best results, stretch the skin slightly where you are shaving. If needed reapply the shaving lather. Keep the razor unclogged. For preventing ingrown hairs use a quality face scrub. Lerosett and Bikini Saver are excellent products for treating ingrowns.
5. Afterwards
The best way to tighten the pores is to splash your face with cool water. Dab your face with a towel, avoid rubbing. Finally, lightly apply a serum or moisturizer as well as a UVA/UVB sunscreen of SPF 15 or more. You’re now all set for the day!
Tamara Boswell Petrucci is a licensed esthetician and has had her practice in north Orange County, CA. for 5-years. Her website is http://www.TamarasSkinCare.com