Why men should be happy about losing the battle with male skincare companies.
Throw in the towel. This is one fight even she wants you to lose. Ernest Hemingway may turn in his grave now but maybe a weather-beaten face works well only when you are... well, Hemingway.
Richard Sawyer from men's skin care specialists Lab Series offered to give us his eternal wisdom on all the things men in Dubai should know about skin care. Be warned, this could change the way the mirror looks at you.
ALL SKIN TYPES NEED A MOISTURISER
Irrespective of being Caucasian or Asian, the best advice for all skin types in the Middle East is to always protect the skin. For example, the Daily Defense Moisture lotion SPF 15 gives antioxidant protection and sunscreen protection.
MEN ARE THICKER-SKINNED
Men's skin can be oilier and thicker than women's. Most men's products are lightweight in texture so that they are easily absorbed into men's skin.
SKIN NEEDS HYDRATION AFTER GYM SESSIONS
The skin perspires during any sports activity, so any skincare product will eventually wear off and need to be reapplied. Swimming and constant showers after sport can dehydrate the skin. Always apply moisturisers to hydrate the skin after any sports activity.
PREMATURE AGEING IS ACCELERATED IN EXTREME CLIMATES
Premature ageing can happen in extreme climates like Dubai's. Never leave home without applying your skincare regime. Always moisturise. If outdoors, use high protection sunscreens.
Use Invigorating Face Scrub and Purifying Clay Mask once or twice a week to deep-clean the skin from the build-up of impurities and dead skin cells and to make the skin appear clearer.
BETTER SKIN IN FiVE STEPS
1. Cleanse your face twice every day, and always before shaving. Dirt and excess oil will cause wet shaving razors to drag the skin. Electric shavers and clippers can be clogged up by oil and dead skin cells if the skin is not cleaned first.
2. Use a moisturiser that feels comfortable and addresses your main skincare concerns.
3. Use an eye cream. The skin around the eyes can age earlier than the rest of the face. Also, constant squinting because of the sun can cause the eyes to look more tired.
4. Instant Moisture Eye Gel is great if you want a cooling refreshing sensation around the eyes. Use this during the day to "wake" you up.
5. Age Rescue Eye Therapy is best for anyone wanting high-tech anti-ageing benefits for the eye area. This helps reduce the appearance of dark circles over time.
- Lab Series products are available at Areej stores in Dubai and the Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi.
