Facial care for men with dry skin
In winter, the cold and heated air, in summer, the heat and air conditioning, excessive stress, or an unbalanced diet. Many factors can lead to dry skin. Sensitive skin, in particular, is often prone to dryness. This can also lead to itching or a feeling of tightness – neither of which is great. In this article, you'll learn what you can do about sensitive and dry skin and how to prevent it.
Signs of dry facial skin
As mentioned above, dry skin can lead to itching and a feeling of tightness. Other signs include cracks or flaking on your skin, as well as redness and a generally rough skin surface. You often notice dry patches first around the eyes or on the cheeks. In winter, the lips are particularly affected. Especially when your skin is dry, it is often more sensitive and reacts badly to products containing dyes or perfume. Because the dryness disrupts your skin's barrier function, harmful substances can penetrate more easily. Yet another reason to take good care of your facial skin!
Causes of dry skin in men
Here you can distinguish between external and internal causes:
Internal causes
» Insufficient fluid intake
» Heavy sweating - because it results in fluid loss
» One-sided diet
» Alcohol and nicotine
» Hormonal fluctuations and genetic predisposition
External causes
» The weather: intense heat and cold
» Heating and air conditioning
» Sunlight
» Chlorinated water, with prolonged contact
» Too much, too little or the wrong facial care
The right care for sensitive facial skin: What helps against dry men's skin?
The unique feature of men's facial skin is that it is (mostly) shaved. This is an additional external factor that should not be underestimated. To prevent this, you should develop a good shaving routine . Depending on your beard type, caring for your beard will take more or less time. You can influence the internal factors quite well yourself.
Drinking enough water, especially if you sweat a lot, limiting alcohol and nicotine, and eating a balanced diet are half the battle. Foods rich in vitamins C and E are particularly important for healthy skin. Oatmeal, salmon, tomatoes, spinach, bananas, and walnuts, for example, are very rich in vitamin B7. Nuts and seeds also contain a lot of vitamin E. Feel free to reach for orange fruits and vegetables, as they contain beta-carotene, which is good for your skin.
You can also influence external influences to a certain extent. To protect your skin from the sun, we recommend using sunscreen or a day cream with SPF daily —this not only protects against skin damage, but also against wrinkles and premature skin aging.
Which face cream is best for dry skin?
There are moisturizing ingredients and active ingredients you should look for to find the best face cream for dry and sensitive men's skin.
The classics are hyaluronic acid, glycerin, betaine, and ceramides. Glycerin, betaine, and hyaluronic acid provide your skin with moisture and bind it. They help keep the skin supple and protect it from dehydration. Hyaluronic acid's positive influence on the skin's moisture balance makes the skin look plump and fresh and can support skin firming. Betaines also have a soothing effect on irritated or sensitive skin. Ceramides protect against moisture loss and environmental damage, promoting supple, youthful skin.
The easiest way to support your skin is with a perfectly coordinated routine. Special day and night creams provide your skin with all-day care and ensure a balanced moisture balance.
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