Everything you need to know about cosmetics for men

Well-groomed and tidy appearance is the rule of good manners in modern society. Taking proper care of oneself provides a pleasant impression of a person, emphasizes his style, social level and status. It is generally accepted that these are more female concerns than male concerns, but this is an outdated stereotype that has long ceased to be relevant. Modern men take care of their appearance, while not losing masculinity, but only skillfully showing it.

There are quite a few beauty products designed specifically for men. You should know how to use them correctly, try various means to find the most suitable option.

Cosmetics for men are very different from care products for women, which is explained by the difference in the characteristics of the skin. Men's skin is thicker and more acidic than women's. Its shade is usually more red or purple due to the content of a considerable number of capillaries. A fairly significant number of sweat and sebaceous glands often leads to the appearance of inflammatory processes on the surface of the skin. Nevertheless men's skin also has advantages, because it contains more collagen, which slows down the external aging process.

Cosmetics must be matched taking into account the type of skin. It can be dry, oily, combined and problematic. Determining your skin type at home is easy. To do this, you need to cleanse your face well and wait about an hour, then carefully assess the condition of the skin.

• If the skin remains matte, and there are also peeling spots, while there is no oily sheen, then this is a dry type of skin.
• If in the T-zone (forehead, nose and chin) there is an oily sheen, and the rest of the face is still matte, then this indicates a combined type. A small amount of inflammation is also characteristic of this variant.
• The oily skin type is indicated by the shine on the surface of the entire face.
• It is not difficult to calculate problem skin, because there will be a large number of inflammations on it.

Basic care products cannot consist of one bottle of cream or tonic, it is a series of means that complement each other and enhance the positive effect of each. It is especially important to consider the choice of shaving and aftercare products. Men's skin is regularly injured, as shaving removes not only hairs, but also part of the top layer of the skin.

Neglecting care can cause irritation, dryness, or breakouts. In addition, age-related changes should be taken into account. After 40 years, it is undesirable to use alcohol-containing products, as they can dry out the surface of the skin.

The use of cosmetics for men is of great importance. It creates the necessary visual effect of smoothness and well-groomed and a comfortable, pleasant skin condition.

Shaving products have a different consistency and composition. They are presented in several forms: foams, creams and gels. It doesn't matter what exactly is chosen: cream or foam. The composition of the product is of great importance. It is desirable that it contains a minimum of harmful substances and a maximum of natural and useful ones.

An aftershave or toner should be used after every shave. The skin is injured during the morning procedure, and it must be soothed and disinfected to minimize possible irritation and rashes.

The rhythm of life, changes in weather conditions, the change of seasons can adversely affect the condition of the skin. In summer, it is recommended to use light moisturizers, preferably with an SPF filter. Such funds will not only look after, but also protect from the negative effects of ultraviolet radiation. In autumn and winter, the skin must be protected from wind and cold, for this, thicker creams with a moisturizing and protective effect are suitable.

Regular cleansing of the skin should not be neglected, it is recommended to do this 2 times a day. Various products are suitable for washing: gels, foams, mousses.

Recently, it has become increasingly popular natural cosmetic. Ubtan Facial Cleanser can be ideal for all skin types. Ubtan is a powder made from a mixture of herbs, clay and flour. This tool has already earned many positive reviews among the beautiful half of humanity. It has not yet gained popularity among men, but in vain, since the action of natural remedies most often significantly transforms the skin.

After washing with a cleanser be sure to apply a tonic or facial lotion, this will improve the PH level of the skin, complete the cleansing procedure and prepare for the application of the cream.

The body skin for men does not need as much care as women, which loses its elasticity faster and needs constant nourishment. To maintain body skin, men should apply a light nourishing or moisturizing cream after showering. In the summer, they should wear sunscreen, and in the winter, use special protective ones. The skin of the hands and feet also needs special attention. A quality nourishing hand cream should be used daily, as well as a special foot cream that will prevent the skin from getting rough on the feet.

Men often face the problem of dandruff. Most often this is due to the choice of an unsuitable product for washing your hair. The shampoo should be appropriate for your skin type. In the event that the scalp is dry, the inappropriate shampoo can dry out further and cause unpleasant consequences. The same applies to oily hair. If you use products that are not able to cleanse the hair well enough, then the effect of dirty hair will be accompanied regularly, which is unlikely to provide a pleasant appearance.

It is recommended to wash your hair as they get dirty. According to cosmetologists and trichologists, this issue should be approached individually. If necessary, you can do this every day by choosing the right products and keeping your hair and scalp in excellent condition.

And also men often face the problem of hair loss. This is often related to diet, lifestyle and, in some cases, health conditions. To cope with this problem, it is necessary to establish a diet to replenish all the missing vitamins and minerals in the body. The use of cosmetics will also help maintain the condition of the hair, but it is unlikely that it will be possible to solve the problem without a set of procedures.

Today there are a huge number of different brands of cosmetics that have a line for men. The choice of cosmetics is quite large. Products are different in composition, price, properties.

On the shelves in specialized stores, you can see both luxury products and ordinary goods. So, the products of firms Dream Catcher, Morgan's, Kondor, Uppercut, Clubman, Royal Barber not to be found on the shelves of an ordinary supermarket, they belong to luxury cosmetics and have a very large assortment.

They are especially popular now beard care products, since it must be cleaned daily and monitored for its appearance. The fashion for thick beards has led to the opening of many barbershops, where you can often buy quality cosmetic products for men.

The mass market is a range of products created for mass production. Skin care cosmetics for men are very popular. The price of such cosmetics, as a rule, is quite affordable, which ensures the popularity of the mass market. Today in the mass market it is not often possible to find manufacturers specializing in the manufacture of exclusively products for men. As a rule, there is also a special line “for men” in the care series.

• Firm L'Oreal has in its arsenal goods for a strong half of humanity. This company has many admirers all over the world, as evidenced by positive reviews about daytime cosmetics.

• Brand cosmetics Garnier has a men's line of products, in addition, men's deodorants from this manufacturer are still very popular.

• Firm "L'Etoile" can be useful for men, because the company produces a line of products for them. The quality of the products of this company is high.

The name "luxury" speaks for itself. These are premium, elite cosmetics, often professional, which are used by good masters in popular salons. The cost of such cosmetics is an order of magnitude higher than the prices of the mass market. For those who can afford luxury care, this is the best cosmetics. Luxury products are not easy to find on store shelves, more often they can be purchased in professional cosmetics stores or on the Internet. There are a lot of firms producing luxury cosmetics.

• Cosmetic firm Royal barber specializes in the manufacture of beard care products: cleansing, styling, washing. Consumer reviews are generally excellent.

• Dream catcher - professional cosmetics, in the arsenal of which all the necessary products for men are presented: shampoos, balms, creams, gels, deodorants, as well as styling products and lotions.

Sometimes it is not so easy to choose your own cosmetics on your own, you need to carefully study the condition and type of skin and hair, decide on the desired result, and only then proceed with the purchase. It happens that the product is purchased as a gift. When choosing, you need to pay attention to several details.

• The gift set should be of good quality, it is better if it contains several good products of decent quality.
• It is necessary to pay attention to the shelf life of the product.For cosmetics, this is of no small importance, and some of them must be kept in the refrigerator.
• If the person who wants to make a present travels often, you can give him a travel kit. It will contain all the necessary funds in a small amount, which are convenient to take on trips.

When it comes to the choice of cosmetics, age is of the utmost importance. Men's skin stays youthful longer, so after 30 years, when women are already resorting to anti-aging products, men can still use the products they are used to for youthful skin. After 40 years, more powerful agents should be used that slow down the aging process of the skin.

It will be relevant for young men to get hair styling products, since quite often at this age representatives of the stronger sex experiment with a variety of hair and beard styles. Older men are better off with classic grooming products.

The choice of a male grooming product should be taken seriously. When purchasing a kit, you should evaluate how useful it will be. If a man does not wear a beard, then it is unlikely that a gift in the form of beard care products will be relevant; in this case, you should choose a good after-shave product.

In the case of a cosmetic problem or feature, the choice of cosmetic products should be left to the person concerned. Moisturizers, nourishing and soothing products designed to maintain the normal condition of the skin will be universal. It is better to avoid harsh perfume compositions, which sometimes complement cosmetic products, since the tastes for aromas are quite varied, and there is a risk of not guessing. In this case, it is best to opt for a light, pleasant aroma.

The main advice for using cosmetics is regularity. Even good quality products themselves will not work if used from time to time. Regular use of cosmetics will allow you to maintain the quality of hair and skin for a long time, provide a stylish and beautiful appearance.

• Twice a day, morning and evening, you need to cleanse your face. First, wash your face with a cleanser, then rub it with a toner and apply a cream.
• Body care should also be daily. In the morning and in the evening, you should take a shower, cleanse the skin with a special gel and apply a cream on the body.
• In the morning, it is appropriate to use a deodorant.
• Hair is washed as soon as it becomes dirty.
• For products to work, you need to select them according to age, skin type, hair type and the desired effect.

Before using any new product an allergy test is recommended, for which you should apply a small amount of the product to the fold of the elbow. If there are no negative skin reactions during the day, then this cosmetics can be used safely. In case of redness, itching and other manifestations, it is strictly forbidden to use the product, as this can harm health.

Hair styling products should be used sparingly. Excessive application of varnish and foam can make your hair look messy. It is enough to take a couple of drops of styling product, rub between your fingers and apply to your hair.

It is recommended to protect your lips before going out into the cold.Various colorless balms that protect the skin of the lips from chapping.