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A few years back, the topic of taking care of your skin would be alien to some men. However, more and more men are now realizing the importance of keeping their skin looking great (hence the growing number of men's skin care products).

Even though a man's skin is very different from that of a woman; overall, the steps to healthy looking skin are very similar.

Keep reading to discover 5 simple steps every man should follow when it comes to taking care of their skin.

Men's Skin Care 101:

• Men's skin care also starts with cleansing. Water soluble cleansers are preferred. Cleansing helps remove the dirt, grease and pollutants from the skin and helps prevent clogged pores. The inherent oily nature of male skin makes cleansing an important part of a man's skin care regimen. Cleansing should be done at least once every day, even better if it is done twice a day. Using soap on the face is discouraged.
  
  
• For a man, skin care revolves a lot around shaving. Shaving foam/gel/cream and after shave lotion are one of the most important skin care products for a man. One of the main considerations in choosing shaving products should be the skin type (since the degree of oiliness differs from person to person).  Alcohol-based aftershaves should be avoided. Proper skin care also mandates the use of a good quality razor. Here, swivel-head razors are preferred since they are known to reduce cuts.  Besides these products and equipment, proper use is key. Men should be gentle when using a razor especially the area above the lip. Caution should be taken not to scratch the razor against the skin; use a soft and smooth action (after all it’s a matter of removing hair, not the skin itself).
  
  
• Male skin is generally thicker and oilier, owing to larger pores and more active sebaceous glands. However, due to regular shaving, the skin can get dehydrated quite easily. It's for this reason that moisturizers are also an integral part of man's skin care routine. Moisturizing gel or cream should be applied after shaving. In fact, some shaving foams/gel have a built-in moisturizing effect as well. Moisturizers should be patted gently over the face and massaged gently using upward strokes.
  
  
• Though a man’s skin is less susceptible to skin cancer caused by UV radiation, using a sunscreen is also an important man skin care measure. You can use a moisturizer that combines sunscreen for a moisturizing effect.
  
  
• Another good option for healthy skin is to use skin care products which have natural ingredients like aloe vera, sea salt and coconut etc. Naturally antiseptic oils (e.g. lavender, tea tree) are also  good for a man's skin.
  
  

Overall, a man's skin care is not as difficult as a lot of men may think. It just takes a few minutes every day and the results will surely turn some heads.

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