Yeah, we know. Deailing with skincare is as exciting as watching "The Notebook" with your girlfriend. Women are introduced to skin care at an
early age, but men don't get the same basic training. We're pleased to offer you the best products known to man, but we're also as excited to be able to offer you an easy to understand guide to basic skin care. Take a minute to read over the information below. Once you've done that, choose the best products for your skin. There's more great information in the product descriptions here in our online store as well!
These days, however, we're more aware of the benefits of a solid skincare regimen. The benefits of proper skin care include: healther looking skin, smoother shaves, fewer wrinkles, and a younger apperance. We'd all like that, right?! Spending just a few minutes a day on that mug is worth it.
Here's what we recommend:
Know Your Type
The first step in putting your best face forward is knowing what kind face you've got in the first place. Look at the chart below and pick your type.
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Small pores
Dry skin
Tight and sometimes uncomfortable
Rarely breaks out
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Shiny appearance
Large, visible pores
Frequent breakouts
Blackheads
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Mostly problem free
Average skin
Possibly a bit dry and a bit oily in certain areas
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Know Your Routine
Now that you've got your skin type figured out, it's time to figure out your routine. Here are the basics:
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Normal (Combination) Skin
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1. Clean Up
Clean your face with a light gel or foaming cleanser. Never use bar soap, which will dry and tighten skin. Wet your face, lather, and rinse with warm water. Don't get too warm as water that is too hot will dry your skin.
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1. Clean Up
Clean your face daily with a light cleanser. Stay away from bar soaps which can dry the skin and clog pores. Wet. Lather. Rinse. Use warm, not hot, water to avoid excess drying.
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1. Clean Up
Clean your face with a light gel or foaming cleanser. Never use bar soap, which will dry and tighten skin. Wet your face, lather, and rinse with warm water. Don't get too warm as water that is too hot will dry your skin.
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2. Tone Up
Using a cotton pad, apply a toner to refresh your skin and remove residue. This will help your skin absorb moisturizer better.
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2. Tone Up
Using a cotton pad, apply a toner to refresh your skin and remove residue. This will help your skin absorb moisturizer better.
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2. Tone Up
Using a cotton pad, apply a toner to refresh your skin and remove residue. This will help your skin absorb moisturizer better.
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3. Get Moist
Apply a good extra moisturizing lotion (with and SPF) Stay away from fragrances products or those containing alcohol.
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3. Get Moist
Even oily skin needs moisture (don't confuse moisture with oil). Use an oil-free moisturizer every day.
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3. Get Moist
Okay, normal guy. Your moisturizing routine can be a bit more complicated. Use a hydrating moisturizer for the dry spots and an oil-free moisturizer for the greasy places. If your skin is even all over, stick with a light hydrating moisturizer.
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4. Re-Surface
On a weekly basis, exfoliate and resurface skin by removing dead skin cells with a gentle face scrub. This will also help clear your pores.
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4. Re-Surface
On a twice weekly basis, exfoliate and resurface skin by removing dead skin cells with a gentle face scrub. This will also help clear your pores. Stay away from sensitive skin areas.
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4. Re-Surface
On a twice weekly basis, exfoliate and resurface skin by removing dead skin cells with a gentle face scrub. This will also help clear your pores. Stay away from sensitive skin areas.
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