Men's hair cosmetics: what happens and how to choose?

For a long time, the bulk of the cosmetics market has been exclusively for women. However, in recent decades, this trend has begun to lose its relevance. More and more manufacturers produce and sell care products for men. Among the representatives of the stronger sex, products designed for hair care are especially popular.

Presently the assortment of such products is quite wide: you can find not only washing products, but also products for styling men's hair... What are the characteristics of a product for a male audience? Which manufacturers are considered the best? How to choose and use this or that remedy correctly? You can find answers to these and some other questions in our material.

Hair care is possible both in beauty salons and barbershops, and at home. In order for the procedures carried out on their own, in terms of quality and efficiency, not to be inferior to the services offered by specialized salons, it is necessary to remember a few simple features. First of all, you need to choose only those products that are suitable for your specific skin and hair type.

Today, experts distinguish thick, thin, sparse, curly and other types of hair. If you need to determine a specific type, it is recommended to seek the help of a professional hairdresser.

The procedure for determining the type of hair is decisive in the care process. The point is that if you choose a remedy that will not meet your individual needs, the likelihood of undesirable consequences is high. Besides, keep in mind that in addition to the basic set of products (for example, shampoo, conditioner and styling mousse), you need to acquire auxiliary tools (for example, a folding comb may be useful for you)... You should also decide in advance on the effect that you want to get in the end.

For high-quality hair washing, it is recommended to use professional shampoos that are used in hairdressing salons. In addition, you should resort to using conditioners and balms, which will make your hair softer, smoother and more manageable. We present to your attention a rating of the best men's shampoos.

• Nivea Men. This line belongs to an affordable price category, but at the same time it is quite effective in terms of its functional qualities. For example, Nivea Men Extreme Fresh Menthol Shampoo is suitable for daily use and has a pleasant aroma.

• Ax. It is a popular brand of cosmetics for men. The range of the company includes not only shampoos, but also other products (for example, deodorants). Ax DARK TEMPTATION shampoo does not contain any additional components (for example, nourishing or moisturizing), but it copes well with its direct washing functions.

• Dove Men. Many consumers prefer this particular brand because of the optimal price-quality ratio. Dove Men + Care The freshness of menthol, thanks to its coffee, strengthens the hair. Also, the product fights excess fat content.

Modern manufacturers offer men a wide range of cosmetics designed for hair styling. Among them:

• strong hold gel;
• Matt lipstick;
• clay;
• dry wax crayon;
• gel polish;
• cream;
• lotion;
• foam, etc.

Let's take a closer look at the most popular tools, with which you can carry out styling of men's hairstyles.

• Gel. This styling product is one of the most popular. The thing is that in cosmetic stores you can find a product that is suitable for any type of skin, as well as for any price category. The basis of styling gels is water. On sale you can find gels in different shapes and with different levels of fixation.

• Fudge. The second name of the product is briolin. This particular product is the pioneer in the market for hair care products designed specifically for men. Typically, a pomade contains many beneficial oils and extracts that nourish the hair from the inside out. It should be borne in mind that there are no lipsticks without shine.

• Wax. Along with the gel, wax occupies the first positions in all ratings of styling products for men. On sale you can find not only wax designed for styling hair on the head, but also products for the care of the beard and mustache. The basis of the product is petroleum jelly. When using wax, it is important to be very careful not to use too much of the product.

• Varnish. You can also style your hair with hairspray. This product is available in the form of a spray and is more comfortable to use. Such a styling agent is usually used for quick styling.

• Paste. In order for the hair paste to perform its functions, it must be used correctly. To begin with, it should be borne in mind that this tool belongs to the category of matting. The direct purpose of the paste is to shape your hairstyle and fix it for a long period of time.

• Mousse. This tool is considered basic. Hair mousses are suitable for any hair. In order to achieve the desired effect, it is recommended to apply the product to clean hair (it can be either wet or dry). You can also use a comb and hairdryer to get the shape you want.

• Cream. The product is suitable for those men who want to create a light and natural styling. The composition of the product includes components that have a positive effect on the hair: nourish and moisturize, but at the same time do not weigh it down.

• Powder. This tool relieves representatives of the strong half of humanity from unwanted oily sheen. Powder creates light styling.

• Clay. It is rarely used at home. Most often, the product is used in barbershops and beauty salons. It is recommended to use a different clay depending on your hair type. So, green is suitable for oily hair, white clay is recommended for owners of dry hair. Those who suffer from split ends prefer gray clay, while it is recommended to use black to stimulate hair growth.

Among the popular brands that produce styling products for men are:

• LOreal Professionnel - the company produces wax Homme Wax, which has a high level of fixation, but does not stick the hair together;
• Matrix - in the assortment of the company you will find Super Fixer gel, which will give your hair shine and shine;
• Redken company offers customers a styling powder, thanks to which your hair will become more voluminous;
• Light Hold Lipstick by ClubMan suitable for owners of thin hair;
• Bluebeards revenge offers representatives of the strong half of humanity water-based briolin.

When choosing cosmetics for hair, it is important to be especially careful. So, it is better to simultaneously purchase both care and styling products in a set... The thing is that in such a set all your needs are provided in advance, since usually sets are sold for a particular type of hair. If you decide to purchase funds separately, then you should make sure that their components do not contradict, but, on the contrary, complement each other.

In this case, you will receive high-quality and effective comprehensive care. It is also important to choose only a trusted manufacturer. Professional hairdressers and beauticians recommend paying a little more money, but be sure that the products will not turn out to be fake.

Depending on the type of your hair, as well as the specific haircut, a wide variety of products and auxiliary tools (including a styling net) can be used. For example, young people with unruly hair often use a special straightening iron. You can straighten your hair along the entire length or some parts of it.

You can use a regular hair dryer to add volume to your hair. To do this, a styling agent is applied to wet hair, then the desired shape is formed, which is dried with hot air using a household appliance. A regular comb will also help you style. Moreover, you can use both combs and massage options (for the most part, this choice depends on the type of your hair). If you follow all the recommendations of experts regarding the choice of a product, as well as if you follow the styling tips, your hairstyle will take on a modern, spectacular look.

In the next video, you will find an overview of the best styling products for men.