Daily Skin Care for Men - Grooming Skin Care Tips

1. Cleanse
   • Cleanse once a day to remove impurities, sweat and oily deposits. Repeat at night for oily or acne-prone skin.
   • Avoid soaps and harsh cleansers with added fragrance or color.
   • Choose a cleanser with glycolic and salicylic acid to remove dead skin cells and organic debris that cannot be removed by regular cleansers.

2. Exfoliate
   • This step should become part of your basic routine. It is the fastest way to revitalize your appearance and deep-cleanse your skin.
   • It is an excellent way to prepare for shaving, as it raises stubs and opens pores for a closer shave. It can help treat and prevent ingrown hairs and other problems.
   • Don't overdo the intensity of the scrubbing. Avoid exfoliating after exposure to the sun.
   • Exfoliating your entire body will give your skin and muscles a healthy, buffed appearance.

3. Shave
   • Be very picky about your shaving products-most products are just foam and don't provide sufficient lubrication.
   • For best results, shave while in the shower or immediately thereafter.
   • Don't skip using a serious post-shave treatment with anti-inflammatory ingredients. It accelerates healing, softens, and prevents infection, ingrown hairs and acne.

4. Moisturize
   • An oil-free or light moisturizer is best. Apply after showering to lock in moisture.
   • It is a good idea to reapply moisturizer at bedtime, especially in winter ordrier climates.
   • Look for "true" moisturizing ingredients such as hyaluronic acid or glycerin. These substances absorb water from the atmosphere and transfer it to the skin.
   • The skin around your eyes is the thinnest and most delicate and requires special attention. Use a product specially designed for this area.

5. Repair
   • Be realistic. Resolving skin problems requires patience and discipline.
   • Make sure you use products with proven efficacy.
   • It is easier to prevent than to repair. Avoid irritating ingredients, as these will debilitate your skin and its ability to renew itself.

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