Want healthier-looking skin but not sure where to start? A skincare routine tailored to your skin type is key to feeling revitalized. Not sure what your skin type is or how to build the right routine? No worries – we’ll guide you through the essentials of men's facial care.
Skin type can be make or break when it comes to getting the best out of products. There’s no benefit in investing in cleansers, serums and moisturizers if they’re not compatible with your complexion’s unique needs. We’ve established some of the main types to help you decide which men's skincare routine you align with.
Men's Skincare: What Skin Type Am I?
To help you find the best skincare routine for you we've focused on six different skin types, ranging from oily to sensitive.
- Oily Skin
- Dry Skin
Normal Skin
Combination Skin
- Mature Skin
- Sensitive Skin
Oily Skin
Oily skin is caused by increased sebum production. Does your skin tend to show signs of acne, is often shiny, but at the same time looks dull and has large pores, pimples, and blackheads? You probably have oily skin. Lightweight, face-balancing products would be the best option for your complexion.
Dry Skin
If your skin tightens quickly, tends to itch, and looks rough and slightly scaly in places, then it is very likely that you have dry skin.We recommend reaching for formulas with nourishing ingredients, like water-loving humectants and skin-softening emollients.
Normal Skin
You probably have normal skin if it appears rather supple, soft, and has fine pores. Contrary to popular belief, that doesn't mean you don't have to take care of it: maintaining balance and hydration is still key in your men’s skincare routine.
Combination Skin
It is possible to have two different skin types simultaneously. Think normal to dry around the cheeks and chin, and oily skin on the T-zone (forehead and nose). These different characteristics can make the skincare routine for the face require a bit more personalization and a targeted approach.
Mature Skin
Not mutually exclusive with the above,as we get older, signs of aging can appear. The skin loses elasticity so the complexion can often appear sallow and show signs of dullness. This appearance is also caused by the fact that, with age, the skin is usually more prone to dryness and tends to become more sensitive. A mature skincare routine would benefit from moisturizing formulas, along with gentle products that visibly address skin texture.
Sensitive Skin
Sensitive skin reacts easily to external factors like weather, pollution, or harsh ingredients, often showing redness, irritation, or discomfort. It requires gentle, soothing products that visibly calm and protect the skin barrier without causing flare-ups.
What is the Best Skincare Routine for Men?
The best skincare routine for men isn’t one-size-fits-all. Each step below features alternatives tailored to your skin’s unique needs, meaning you can power up your regimen in custom style.
Step 1. Start Your Men’s Facial Routine with a Good Cleanser
Set your men’s skincare routine up for success with the Aquapower Facial Cleanser, suitable for most complexions, including sensitive and dry. Lightweight and visibly hydrating, the gel-to-foam formula is great to lather up on the skin before shaving.
Oligo-elements and non-stripping cleansing agents work to remove impurities from the face while nourishing the skin’s moisture barrier. Feel refreshed and primed for the next steps in your routine.
For Oily Men’s Skin:
If you’re after men’s facial care for oily skin, reach for this T-Pur Anti-Oil and Shine Purifying Cleanser instead. Enriched with a marine mineral complex containing anti-bacterial seaweed extract, the formula aims to rid your skin of impurities, regulate sebum production, and curb excessive sweating.
Skin looks matter, clearer, and pores are visibly tightened after use. Its clay-like formula is suitable for sensitive men’s skin and helps in wicking away impurities and unwanted oils.
Step 2. Use Serum to Elevate Your Regimen
In between cleansing and moisturizing, it’s important to apply a serum to help supercharge your skincare benefits and protect your face from environmental damage. Developed specifically for men’s skin, this Force Supreme Blue Serumhelps to tighten the appearance of the face and fortify the barrier’s feel. The gel-like texture goes on easily, pre-empting the visibility of wrinkles and lines.
For Mature Men’s Skin:
Formulated especially for men’s mature skin, the Force Supreme Black Mask Night Careboasts a noticeably regenerating quality. The melt-in mask aims to counteract signs of wear and fatigue, thanks to algae extract cultivated in the dark, along with powerful actives. It’s best applied in the PM for an overhaul of your evening men’s skincare routine.
Step 3. Finish Your Men’s Skincare Steps with a Moisturizer
The final component of any men’s skincare routine, the Aquapower Advanced Gel Moisturizer adds extra nourishment and locks in the benefits your previous formulas. With its lightweight and ultra-absorbent gel texture, this formula envelops your skin in non-greasy hydration.Perfect for normal to combination skin, apply it morning and night for the best results.
For Dry Men’s Skin:
A men’s facial skincare routine for dryness thrives with a richer variant of moisturizer. With extra glycerin, the Aquapower 72 Hour Moisturizer is ideal for keeping drier skin supple and pleasantly nourished all day.
A moisture-rich blend of hyaluronic acid, Life Plankton™, and more helps to quench the face when it’s confronted with drying environmental conditions. Aquatic in consistency, you can opt to use this if your skin craves a little more nourishment.
Now that you’ve explored each step, you’re ready to build a routine that works just for you.
Simple to use and expertly formulated, our men's skincare range will slot itself seamlessly into your every day. Explore today for a complexion upgrade.
