Man Skin Care: The Myths and Truths

The normal belief out there is that men do not care for their skin, and would never be inclined to do anything special to improve their skin, because they would not care less about how they looked. There are many other beliefs regarding men skin care, and this article endeavors to throw a light upon some of the most common of them.

Man Skin Care Myth #1

For a man to be macho, he should be as natural as ever, and never ever bother about his skin. The more rugged the looks, the more attractive he would be to women. The truth is that a man can still be as macho as can be, and totally careful about the way he comes across.

A clean-shaven man with no body hair can be as appealing if not more, than a man with a hairy body. Can you imagine Tarzan any other way than waxed and tanned, or would you have considered a hairy unkempt caveman in his stead, as a more "macho" alternative?

Man Skin Care Myth #2

Men do not care about their skin; those who do and/or use cosmetics have some effeminate traits in them. This is why no man worth his salt would be caught dead with any cosmetics on him. The truth is that men do care about the way they look. Men are no longer cowboys and cavemen.

The modern man of today is suave, presentable, and very concerned about the way he comes across. This trend is reflected in the sudden increase of skin-care articles that pepper men's magazines today, and the spurt of facials and man skin care treatments offered by men's beauty salons (yes, you heard me right, men's beauty salons).

Man Skin Care Myth #3

The men who did adopt some basic skin care use cosmetics only sporadically, when they remember about it, or when they feel any particular skin discomfort. The truth is that men are as careful and committed about their skin care as women are. Hence, when they take it up (and today a good majority do) they go all the way.

Added to all this is the fact that many men have beards, which creates some skin problems of its own such as dryness, ingrown hairs, oily patches, red bumps, and so on. These skin problems need a few more specialized treatments, which men are learning to take care of fast. Most men use the whole treatment, i.e. cleansing, moisturizing, and toning of the skin, just as women do - with great results.

Men's Skin Care: Benefits of Aftershave

Much as it might sting, the alcohol in aftershave is there for a reason. It is supposed to clean small cuts and nicks and prevent infection. Furthermore, alcohol will eventually numb irritated skin, making you more rather than less comfortable.

Aftershave is also an important part of men's skin care because it contains moisturizers that keep the skin feeling soft and smooth despite the constant assault of being scraped with a sharp metal object. But as part of your men's skin care routine, it's important to select the aftershave that is right for you.

Scent Free

If you want the benefits of aftershave without having to walk around smelling like a cute little sailboat or a leather saddle all day, consider purchasing a scent-free aftershave. A good choice for men's skin care is the eShave Fragrance Free After Shave Soother, which absorbs quickly into the skin, leaving your face soft but not smelly or greasy. It usually retails for around $15 - $20.

Natural

Everything seems to be going back to nature, so why not men's skin care products as well? If you want a more natural shaving experience, consider Jason Natural's 6 in 1 Beard and Skin Therapy. Ingredients include Aloe Vera gel, Ginseng extracts, vegetable oils, and seaweed. Cost is usually under $10.