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.
Treatment
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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).
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