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Face Moisturizers for Men

Sure women love a manly man, but come on. There comes a point when you have to tame that skin! Don't be afraid to try it no one will think you're girly. Showing that you can take care of yourself is a good thing, plus there are plenty of creams, lotions, and serums dedicated to a male audience, so you don't have use feminine products.

Choosing the Right Moisturizer for Your Skin

'''Your Skin Type''' The most important step in choosing a moisturizer is getting something that will suit your skin type, whether it's oily, dry, sensitive, normal, combination, or acne-prone. Not sure about your skin type? Here's how you figure it out. : '''Test ''' # Wash your face and dry it completely (patting not rubbing). # Take a piece of tissue and press different parts of your face with it one at a time. # Each time you press, take note of whether or not the paper sticks, comes off oily, or leaves the paper translucent. : '''Diagnose''' * If the paper turns translucent from your entire face then you have oily skin. * If only your nose or forehead turn the papertranslucent, then you have an oily T-zone, also known as combination skin. * If the paper does not turn translucent at all then you have dry skin. Dry skin is typically tight after washing and may even have flakes or scaliness. * If you are ever red or rashy after washing your face then you probably have sensitive skin.

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Good Moisturizer Ingredients

* Glycerin is found in almost all moisturizers and it keeps your skin balanced. * Silicone is a slip agent found in low quantities in most moisturizers. It can make your skin look more oily if the product you use has too much in it. * Shea or cocoa butter, sunflower seed, almond, or jojoba oil are all moisturizing agents. * Mineral oils are not good ingredients. Avoid these products as they can clog your pores and cause breakouts or blackheads. * Grape seed extract and green tea are said to help reduce signs of aging but proof of this is limited. * Omegas are good for moisturizing and for reducing signs of aging along with other antioxidants such as vitamin E, C, and beta-carotene. * Nonclogging, which is a good thing to look for especially if you are prone to acne. * Fragrances are nice smelling, but often they will cause irritation. Avoid them if you can. * Steer clear of preservatives such as propylene glycol, parabens, sodium lauryl sulfate, and sodium benzoate.

Don't Forget

* Avoid the hype if you can. Media and commercials might make you tempted to buy a particular product simply because of its looks, but nothing is a true test of compatibility like trying it out for yourself. * Cost is not always relative to quality. * Claims to erase wrinkles are aspirations at best. * Try to avoid things that just look good or things that friends recommend (unless you share the same skin type). !