Sometimes your biggest battles aren’t with the creatures lurking under the bed—they’re with a variety of skincare or grooming problems that just never seem to go away. Luckily, we’ve put together some tips on how to vanquish each one of these foes, even if they do seem like they never quite stay dead.

• Frankenstein’s Monster: Reducing scars

Even if they are a natural part of your body’s healing process (the more severe a cut or injury is, the greater the chance you’ll get a scar), you can diminish unearthly scars in a wide variety of ways. Although scars often fade over time, you can help reduce their appearance by exfoliating your skin on a regular basis with a product that gently buffs away dead skin cells. This will soften the scar's edges, creating a smoother appearance. Whether your scars are from previous injuries or old acne, make sure to use a sunscreen so marks won’t re-darken when exposed to sunlight.

A dermatologist can also be a great ally for reducing marks and scars. Dermatological treatments include everything from chemical peels to laser resurfacing to dermabrasion (removal of the top layer of skin by an electrical tool), and can usually be taken care of without checking into a hospital. Although moisturizing is not proven to reduce scars, keeping skin well-hydrated can promote a smoother, more supple surface and a healthier appearance overall (we recommend the Advanced Face Lotion).

• Night of the Living Dead: Diminishing under-eye circles

Under-eye circles can add years to your appearance. And while they can often be remedied with something as simple as getting 8 hours of sleep or more each night, severe under-eye circles could mean you are suffering from a form of hyperpigmentation. Check out our special Treatment section below for ways to improve the appearance of your eye area.

• The Count: Anti-Aging

Don’t worry; we’re not talking about bathing in maiden’s blood here. Keeping skin looking great no matter how old you are can be accomplished by protecting it early on and diminishing the signs of aging by using cutting-edge, dermatological-grade ingredients like GABA, Peptides and Idebenone. That means using sun protection on a regular basis and maintaining it day-to-day with products that contain antioxidants and other skin-protecting agents, like MenScience Anti-Aging Formula. Cutting out bad habits (such as smoking and excessive drinking) and following an exercise plan can also help in the long run, and keep you looking great for an (unsettlingly) long time.

• The Invisible Man: Cutting down on bacteria/germs

One of the biggest threats to your health is actually something you can’t see at all. While there’s no use trying to disinfect everything, keeping your hands, face and body relatively clean can go a long way towards avoiding some very common skin problems like athlete’s foot and acne, as well as bouts of illness. Simply wash with a cleanser that rinses completely away at least once a day or whenever skin is dirty or sweaty. Washing your hands for 20 seconds can prevent the spread of harmful bacteria up to 50 percent — leaving you a lot of sick days you can now spend on the golf course.

• 42% of men agree that thinning hair/balding is their biggest hair problem?


• 46% prefer to keep gray hair natural?


• 39% have never changed their hairstyles!

*From a poll of 260 online visitors.

Quit Smoking: Not only does tobacco smoke lead to cancer, it can also contribute to greater wrinkles on your face and discolor your teeth. Do your appearance (and your lungs, and your mouth, and your fingers!) a huge favor and cut out the nicotine.

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