Skincare Routine

A good skincare routine will keep your skin clean and fresh but we fail to realize the importance of our skin and we tend to take it for granted. With so many products claiming to do wonders but fail to deliver, it is very hard to find a good skincare routine that works for you.

We have all been there at some point, a pimple on our face that just doesn't seem to go away or a red sore patch of skin on our wrist that keeps coming back. Skincare can be very frustrating for most men since it is generally thought of as a woman's world. However, skincare is very important for men too. Skincare can help with everything from breakouts and blemishes to dry skin and eczema.

Falling into bad habits when it comes to our skin is all too easy which is why it is important to have a good routine. In fact, most men usually only think about their skincare routine when something goes wrong with their skin.

Maintaining a regular skincare routine is very important. Make sure you apply the skincare products in an upward motion instead of downward. This is one of the most common skincare mistakes that people make. This will ensure that your pores remain unclogged and you get healthy-looking skin even as you age.

There are many different reasons why you might be breaking out sometimes, from excessive oil production or harsh weather conditions. So, when you are thinking about your skincare routine, you should think about how you can minimize and prevent breakouts by using good quality products that contain natural ingredients. 

Is it Right for My Skin Type?

Take a blotting paper and pat it all over your face. Hold the sheet up in the light to determine how much oil is visible. If the sheet picked up little to no oil then you most likely have dry skin. If the blotting sheet reveals a lot of oil then you most likely have oily skin. A combination skin type can be oily around the forehead and nose and normal in the rest of the face. It is best to use skincare products that are specific to your skin type.

Skincare should be an essential part of your daily routine. As simple as washing your face, you must have seen people doing it weirdly and it might tell you that they might be following certain methods which are not right.

People with dry skin should buy oil-based skincare products and people with oily or combination skin should buy gel-based or water-based skincare products.

Does it Contain the Right Ingredients?

Skincare products are no longer the preserve of women. Men are increasingly becoming conscious about taking care of their skin and looking after their overall well-being by using skincare products. One must see the ingredients list of the product. Ingredients are nothing but the components of the products. It is important to know what all is in the product. 

But what ingredients do you need to be on the lookout for when shopping for a skincare product? Are there any ingredients that you should always avoid?

The following are some ingredients that you should try and avoid when shopping for a skincare product:

Parabens: an ingredient used as a preservative in the skincare industry. It is used by most manufacturers as it is cheap and adds extended shelf life to the products. Parabens are chemicals that remove the moisture from your skin, leaving your skin dry and lifeless. However, studies have shown that parabens may lead to skin cancer.

Artificial colours: The next thing to look at is the colour of the product. Artificial colours can damage your skin severely.

Sulphate: Sulphates make the skin dry and brittle, which eventually results in acne and breakouts. Sulphates can also damage the skin cells.

These things should be checked before buying any skincare product. Always look for water-based or coconut oil-based products as they would give you moisturized and hydrated skin.

Is It Approved And Certified By FDA?

One of the great ways to ascertain whether a particular skincare product is clinically tested or not is to check whether it is approved by various boards like FDA. If you find that the product is not backed by sufficient research or experts, you should avoid buying it as it might end up harming your skin.

Will it Solve My Skin Problems?

There is no specific product that can treat all skin problems and likewise, there is no specific skin issue that can be solved by all skincare products. Hence, it is extremely important to figure out the underlying cause of your skin problem and which ingredients will help you overcome the issue. Once you are ready with your list of ingredients, do check out the products accordingly. Random products will not help you beat the underlying cause, instead, they might even worsen your problem.

Take Away

Keeping your skin clean and moisturized is the key to good health. Skincare products help you maintain your skin health. However, these products contain some ingredients that are harmful and react differently with different skin types.

The harmful ingredients found in skincare products are Isopropyl Alcohol, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Triethanolamine, Propylene Glycol, Methylparaben, Sorbitol and Benzophenone. These chemicals are commonly used in skincare products as preservatives because they help the product last longer on the shelf. These ingredients can make your skin dry and congested. As a result, they lead to breakouts and wrinkles. We highly recommend avoiding these ingredients if you want to achieve healthy skin.