International Men's Day 2024: Level up your skincare game with these clinically-approved tips that every man should follow

International Men's Day isn't just about flexing muscles¡ªit is also about flexing self-care too! Men¡¯s skincare is often overlooked or neglected, but it is as important for men as it is for women.

In the hustle and bustle of life, men often neglect to take care of their skin health. They often keep it very traditional and simple when it comes to skincare. However, the dynamics seem to be changing as a growing number of men are now pursuing healthier and younger-looking skin.

However, there are key differences between men's and women's skin, such as that men's skin is thicker as compared to women's.

It is a common misconception that skincare is only associated with women and not men. Even men should follow a dedicated skincare routine without any biases. Maintaining a skincare routine offers a range of skin benefits that can not only enhance your skin health but also your overall appearance.

Dr. Rinky Kapoor, Consultant Dermatologist, Cosmetic Dermatologist & Dermato-Surgeon, The Aesthetic Clinics, Mumbai, says, ¡°Following a skincare routine may help protect your skin from being damaged due to various environmental factors. Factors like dirt, dust particles, and pollution can take a heavy toll on your skin, causing extreme dryness, acne, and pimples.¡±

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¡°Using sunscreen daily can help protect your skin from becoming damaged due to harmful UV rays. These harmful UV rays can cause early signs of ageing and sunburn while increasing the risk of skin cancer. With the help of sunscreen, one can easily prevent these common issues from becoming a severe problem in later life,¡± she adds.

Keep wrinkles and stress lines at bay¡ªknow the benefits of regular skincare

We cannot deny the fact that maintaining a consistent skincare routine can help slow down the signs of ageing such as wrinkles, skin sagging, and fine lines. Over time, this can boost one¡¯s overall self-confidence, making them more satisfied with their appearance and skin health.

According to Dr. Kapoor, ¡°It can help keep your skin healthy, glowing, deeply moisturised, and fresh, which is enough to make others envy. Your skin becomes softer and cleaner while reducing the visibility of acne, pimples, and breakouts.¡±

Regular shaving can often lead to skin irritation or razor burns. But proper skin care, such as applying moisturiser or lotion after shaving, can help soothe the skin and reduce these issues.

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Strong body, strong skin! It's time to level up the grooming game

¡°Men¡¯s routine does not have to be complicated or time-consuming, and one can seek help from an expert regarding the dos and don¡¯ts,¡± suggests Dr. Shareefa Chause, dermatologist and cosmetologist, Shareefa's Skin Care Clinic, Apollo Spectra Hospital, Chembur, and Criticare Asia Hospital, Kurla.

By following just a few easy steps, they can maintain their skincare routine that can provide a range of skin benefits, such as soft and glowing skin, managing pigmentation, wrinkles, visible pores, fine lines, and other signs of ageing such as dark spots, dark wrinkles, and sagging skin. Dr. Chause advises to get rid of blotchiness, dull skin, and uneven skin tone, dry skin with a dedicated skincare routine and follow these essential steps:

1: Cleansing: Use a gentle facial cleanser recommended by the expert in the morning and night to remove dirt, oil, and impurities. This helps prevent clogged pores and breakouts and keeps the skin healthy.

2: Toner: Helps to minimise pores and refreshes the skin. Cleanse the skin and apply toner for optimum results to manage dullness and pigmentation too.

3: Moisturise: Apply a lightweight, non-greasy moisturiser to keep skin hydrated and protect the skin barrier.

4: Exfoliate: Use a scrub to exfoliate the skin once a week to remove dead skin cells, unclog pores, improve skin texture, and get rid of dead skin cells.

5: Use sunscreen regularly: Apply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen daily to prevent premature ageing and skin damage.

Taking care of your skin is a small but powerful step toward feeling your best, inside and out!

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