A man’s skin is just as susceptible to the ravages of time and the environment as a woman’s skin is. Here are the products you should be using to meet your specific needs
Taking care of your skin offers other benefits than just the prolonging of your youthful looks. Not only will you feel more confident, but your skin will actually feel better too. Skin health is a serious issue—if you have eczema, rosacea or sensitive skin, you probably would already have learnt the importance of using the right products in order to keep your condition under control.
The rest of the male population, however, might not be as savvy when it comes to the skincare items they should use, even if they are keen to start doing something to boost their skin’s health and youth. No fear, if the descriptions on lotions and serums baffle you. Here are some of the best products out there that will tackle the skin problems that are most likely to affect you.
1. Oily Skin
The most common skin complaint among men is oily skin—no surprise there since sebum production is naturally higher in men’s skin, as opposed to women’s. Singapore’s hot and humid climate also aggravates the problem.
But having oily skin doesn’t mean that you don’t need moisturiser. Sometimes, it might be a result of dehydrated skin, which means that your sebaceous glands could be over-producing oil to compensate for the lack of hydration.
Even if your skin type is indeed oily, moisturisers will benefit it too. Look out for those that can control sebum production and keep your face shine-free throughout the day while providing essential hydration. Try an oil-free formula like the Clinique For Men Oil Control Mattifying Moisturizer, or the Laneige Homme Active Water Moisturizer—both have an easily absorbed, lightweight texture.