Wednesday, july 8, 2020

🧖🏾‍♂️ Quarantine made me redo my skin-care routine 🧖🏾‍♂️

Idk about you, but during quarantine, I really took advantage of the time off to revamp my current skin-care routine. Yes, yes, I’m a guy that has his own skin-care routine. I think that should be more normalized. In fact, I know a lot of guys that have their own skin-care routine. Skin-care is for everyone. With everyone having different skin types, people are going to have different skin needs. I took quarantine to try + test out new products, and see what my routine was lacking, or could improve on.

Now that more places or opening up & more of us are getting back out, first impressions are everything - and a first impression starts with your skin. That’s why I wanted to share some great, top skin-care topics + products for you to think of, & try out yourself! These are all the skin-care essentials you need this summer, to have your skin looking its best! If you’re not one to have a routine, just try out a couple of these & see how they might improve your skin. Trust me - you’ll be happy you did!

Here’s Your Men’s Summer Skin-Care Essentials !

If you don’t already have a great daily Moisturizer, THAT’S WHAT YOU’RE MISSING!!! A daily facial Moisturizer is great for reducing wrinkles & hydrating your skin. It will give it a fresh & revived look, everyday. Moisturizer also helps protect your skin from weather conditions & daily pollution, preventing it from getting to the main layer of your skin. This is definitely a must, if you don’t already have a dedicated one or your face.
Try any of these out for yourself!

*My personal favourite is Aveeno because it’s light & not too heavy.

As the days get longer & HOTTER, a Sunscreen goes without saying. No matter the skin type & no matter the skin shade, EVERYONE needs a good sunscreen!!! For my face, I prefer one not too oily & thick. Try a few, and see which brand and product works best for you. Also try to get one that’s a good SPF rating for your skin. I prefer ones that are 30 SPF or higher! I really want to protect my skin from UV rays since in the summer i’m always outside. You should want to protect your skin from sun damage at any age!

If I could give you any skin advice, one thing I would say is HYDRATE, HYDRATE, HYDRATE!!! Hydration is honestly KEY to great skin! And not from just from drinking water either. Adding dedicated Hydration or Serums to your routine can really improve your skins health! I used to suffer from really oily skin & didn’t know why. Turns out my skin was dehydrated & I wasn’t moisturizing it enough. Facial sprays like the Mario Badescu spray are great for extra hydration. Serum can help too! See which one works better for you when adding to your routine this summer! It will definitely help keep the elasticity in your face, as well as fight oils & acne!

This is a new one for me, that I recently fell in love with! Toners are honestly a LIFE SAVER!!! I never saw the point in Toners, but during quarantine, I decided to give it a try & fell in love with the results! I’ve noticed that it really adds a layer of protection to my skin, as well as just more hydration & moisturization. It truly tones my skin & gives me a refreshed look. I found out Toners also restore your skin’s PH balance, which basically means, it helps fight bacteria, allergens and pollution, while maintaining moisture! This is a really great product to add to your routine, if it’s not in it already!!!

Ok, Facial Cleansers are actually a MUST & i’m really surprised a lot of guys don’t already use them… I’ve heard a lot of guys ‘just use soap’ & I CRINGE every time. Your face needs a designated face soap for it’s specific needs. The layer of skin on your face is thinner than layer of skin around your entire body. If your face is the first impression people see, you should want to take extra care of it, to make sure it’s healthy & maintained right. Facial Cleaners are a soap designed for your face. They help rid of any dead skin cells, dirt produced throughout your day, as well as other pollutants. It helps clean your pores & keep your skin looking refreshed. Brother, put the body soap down & get your own face wash. You’ll thank me later.

*I personally love the Clean & Clear MORNING BURST Facial Cleanser. This one has Vitamin C in it, that helps brighten up my face & just helps me look more awake to start my morning.

Now, don’t knock this till you try it! THIS is mandatory for me, as part of my Self-Care Sundays routine. I really love a Face Mask, but I love the benefits of them even more! I personally love a good Charcoal Mask, because it removes excess oils, which is something my skin sometimes over produces. Face Mask also help get rid of toxins in your skin & can help improve your pores, which when clean, prevent acne. This is a great treatment to use, when you’re trying to target a specific issue in your skin. There’s tons of different Face Masks out there for different target issues. Maybe try a Face Mask the next time you’re trying to get rid of excessive oily skin, or the next time you’re just looking to relax. Leaving these on for ten minutes and just chilling out can be such a vibe.

Now, I feel like this is another one that goes without saying, but it’s super crucial. Lip Balm is a must year round!! Not just when it gets colder, to prevent chapped lips. Your lips can still be chapped in the summer, from being too exposed to heat. Hydration is key here, so make sure to grab a great one to help keep your lips hydrated.

And there you have it! Those are some great products you can use this summer to help your skin look it’s best!

Remember, these are great suggestions, but not ever product is right for every skin type. Do some research, try it out & see what your skin reacts the best to! If it works for you, maybe add it your your routine!

If you try this at home, PLEASE tell me how it works for you!!! I want to hear from you! Feel free to reach out to me via Instagram DM, a TWEET on Twitter, or shoot me a MESSAGE on Facebook!

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