Manly beauty products

Gone are the days when men used just soap and water. Having clear and healthy skin is now a valid aspect of masculinity. Like women, men are prone to acne, stress lines, uneven skin colour and texture, in addition to bumps and scars from not shaving properly. Here are five essential men's beauty products for taking care of the face.

Cleansers

A proper cleanser helps get rid of dirt, environmental pollutants, and excess oil from the face. Using normal soap is not advisable, because most contain alkali that irritate the face and strip it of its natural oil. One of the most important rules to remember in picking products is to pick the ones that match your needs.

If you have very oily skin pick facial cleansers with an acidic base like Nivea for men Oil control face wash, because they help control the shine on your face. For those with dry skin, moisturising cleansers like Nivea Double Action help seal moisture to your face after cleansing. In addition, be sure to wash your face twice a day and before shaving.

Shaving Creams and Gels

Use proper shaving creams and gels, to help soften the hair and make it easier to shave. Clinique's M shave aloe gel is an excellent choice for shaving gel because its rich lather softens and cushions your hair for a close shave, while its cool aloe helps alleviate you from razor burns.

Gillette's series of shave creams and gels are also formulated to handle the different types of skin needs, with its variety of products.

Toners/Astringents

After cleansing your face and shaving, the next step in your skin care regimen is toning. Toning cleans and opens your pores, while removing leftover residue from both shaving and cleansing. Toners are applied using a moisturising a cotton ball and wiping the face and neck. If you have dry skin, steer clear of toners with high levels of alcohol, as they cause irritation to the face by stripping the skin of its little moisture.

Instead pick products with hydrating effects like Murad's Resurgence Hydrating Toner that helps your skin seal moisture. For Oily Skin, pick astringents like Neutrogena's Clear Pore Oil-controlling astringent because they contain more alcohol, which helps in getting rid of excess oil on the face.

After-Shave Lotions

Reduce post-shave irritation by returning moisture to your skin after shaving with a product like Aramis Advanced Moisturising Aftershave for Him.

Moisturisers

The final step to an effective skin care regimen is to seal your delicate skin with moisture. For men with Dry Skin, Nivea Visage SPF 20 Face Cream promises to moisturise and balance the face, while men with oily-skin will find Kiehl's Ultra face moisturiser (for all skin types) suitable for adding effective moisture without any added oil.