Men's hair cosmetics: features, types and choices

To look representative and aesthetically pleasing, representatives of the strong half of humanity should pay attention to such a component of their image as a hairstyle. Many modern haircuts and styling for men require the use of certain cosmetic products to help create and fix the styling shape. However, not all men know what kind of products are needed for such purposes, how to choose and use them correctly. The answers to these and other questions will be presented in detail in our article.

Men's hair cosmetics are not identical to women's products. Products for men have a number of special characteristics.

• Products for men cleanse hair and scalp more effectively. This is due to the fact that men's hair is usually more prone to dirt, and the pores are more prone to clogging.
• There is also a difference in the composition of funds. If products for women contain more components for moisturizing, then men's cosmetics do not include them in their composition, since they can weigh down the hair of the stronger sex.
• Unlike female products, some male counterparts include components that stimulate the growth of hair on the face or head.
• One of the most obvious differences in men's cosmetics is its scent. It is often much harsher than that for women.

The first group of cosmetics that allows men to take care of themselves include the following types of products.

• Shampoos, which, in turn, are divided into different types according to the structure of the hair. The main types are products for hair prone to oily hair, products against hair loss, shampoos for dry and normal hair.

• The hair of the stronger sex can be quite tough and naughty, which makes it difficult to style. In such cases, comes to the rescue air conditioning, which gives silkiness, elasticity and smoothness.

• So that the color of the hair on a man's head does not lose its saturation, it can be applied to them special tonic made for men... The composition of such funds includes a special tint pigment. By choosing the right color, you will not only refresh your look, but also be able to mask the manifestations of gray hair.

• Saturate hair with all the necessary components for healthy growth and a beautiful appearance are capable of natural oils that have a vitamin composition. Men should pay attention to such as coconut, cocoa butter, shea butter and olive.

• If the main problem of hair is fragility, as well as loss, then you can start eliminating it by selecting suitable lotion. Their action is directed to the hair shaft and follicle, as well as to improve the condition of the scalp.

A separate group includes facial hair care products. In order to look aesthetically pleasing with a mustache and beard, it is not enough for a man to limit himself only to a haircut and regular shaving. It is important to pay attention to the following types of products.

• Beard oil not only helps to restore the balance of fat and moisture after water treatment, but also makes the hairs more manageable and soft to the touch. Thanks to this, they take the required shape much more easily. Some oils have the effect of stimulating facial hair growth and are suitable for those who want to grow a beard in a short time.

• To give the desired shape to the mustache, use a tool such as wax... It can have a strong or moderate degree of fixation. On the professional market, it is found in packages of 10, 15 and 20 ml.

• For both the mustache and the beard, you can use a lighter texture than wax, an analogue - styling gel. This tool is great even for owners of not very long facial hair.

• If you want a mustache and beard to have a smooth texture and healthy shine, then it is advisable to use balms, which contain extracts of various natural oils, as well as trace elements and vitamins. Such products can be found in large packages of 100 ml, as well as in smaller containers of 30 and 50 ml.

• Solid shampoos are used to care for a long beard. These products are capable of foaming well and also have a pleasant aroma. However, their too frequent use is contraindicated for the skin.

• Air conditioning exists not only for the hair on the head, but also for the beard. Such funds are suitable for owners of not very long facial hair and do not have a fixing effect. They make hair softer and more manageable.

• Even beards are created special masksproviding comprehensive care.

Some manufacturers of men's hair cosmetics have already caught the fancy of users. These companies include the following.

• American Crew brand specializes in high quality styling products for various hair types. The list of products includes not only styling products, but also tinting compositions.
• "Beardist" Is a Russian company that manufactures products and accessories for mustaches, beards, and body care products based on natural ingredients. They also produce unusual cosmetics such as special hair pastes and solid shampoos.
• Trius brand specializes in the production of such products for men as beard shampoos, balms that accelerate hair growth, mustache styling waxes, and other men's cosmetics. Vegetable oil-based products have optimal texture, are economical and affordable for a wide segment of customers.
• Hi-Ho beard shampoo line not only is affordable, but also differs in the presence of both natural ingredients and vitamins in its composition.
• Mr brand products. Bear Family is more expensive than the above. However, many of its products promote hair growth, in addition to giving it a beautiful look.
• D. R. Harris specializes in the production of solid shampoos for facial hair. The quality of the products is at the highest level, which is explained by the rather high price. These shampoos contain components that not only effectively remove dirt from the beard, but also nourish and strengthen the hairs.
• Italian cosmetics for men Proraso specializes in the production of various shaving products, as well as products for the care of the beard and mustache.
• Lipsticks for hair styling are very popular for lovers of a stylish glamorous look. by Morgans. They have a special texture with non-greasy components that will give the image a gloss, but at the same time will not create problems when washing off.
• A very successful product line for men Sanasar from the Fidel barbershop... It contains products such as liquid and solid types of shampoos, styling mastic, balms and gels for beard and mustache, special hair styling clay and other effective products with natural ingredients.

To ensure that the chosen cosmetics meet expectations in terms of effect and at the same time be safe for health, it is necessary to pay attention to certain nuances even at the stage of choosing such products for men.

• Having a certificate will be a definite plus.It will not only be a confirmation that the product matches the description, but also indicates the proven safety of the product.
• Do not neglect the aroma of the product by paying attention to it in advance. An unpleasant smell will ruin even the good effect of the product.
• Be guided by such a sign as the structure of the hair: shampoos for weak and thin will differ from products for dry.
• Read brand reviews before purchasing products.

Some cosmetics for men, such as shampoos and hair conditioners, as well as certain shaving products, do not raise questions about their use. However, special products that were not previously included in the list of hygiene products for most men can raise some questions about the way of use. Examples of such products include the following formulations.

• The use of a conditioner is recommended after shampooing. The likelihood of the desired effect increases if the care products belong to the same product series.
• If you are using beard oil, then it is better to apply it not to the beard itself, but to the area of ​​\ u200b \ u200bthe skin under the hair. This is the only way to influence their bulbs. The composition is applied to a slightly damp, clean, pre-combed beard. After applying the substance to the skin, re-comb the beard so that it is evenly distributed over all its areas.
• If you use wax in addition to oil, then it should be applied before the oil composition, otherwise it will not stick. Do not apply the oil to the skin too often, and be sure to do an allergy test before using it for the first time.
• To properly fix the mustache with wax, you must thoroughly wash and comb it, while leaving it moist. Taking a little wax in your hands, rub it with your fingertips, and then carefully distribute it over the mustache, without missing a single section.

To get a good result when waxing your mustache, you should use a metal comb, the teeth of which are often spaced. Also, when applying wax, hands should be wiped dry, and a too hard wax product should be slightly warmed up with a hair dryer.

• Applying the gel to the beard and mustache is not particularly difficult. You just need to evenly apply the product to the hair areas of the face, first leaving them moist, and then create the desired shape, smoothing them.
• To wash your beard with a solid shampoo, you must first create a lather from it by rubbing it in your hands. The foam should then be spread evenly over the entire beard.
• It is also worth remembering that using regular shampoos to wash your beard may not always lead to a good result.

In the next video, we select products for men's styling.