Taking care of your skin and having a skincare routine is a form of self-love and it shows that you take care of your body.
Having a glowing and radiant skin not only makes you look attractive but also boost your self-confidence and self-esteem.
If you want to know how to have a spotless, clear and glowing skin, read THIS ARTICLE.
But, there are several grooming mistakes men make that damage their skin and stop them from having a spotless and clear skin. In this article, I’m gonna list the top 6 of those mistakes and how to avoid them.
If you want to take your grooming game to the next level, avoid making these mistakes and your skin will thank you for that.
1) Using Bathing Soap on the Face
Some men still uses a bathing soap on their face and think that a face wash especially made for their skin type is not necessary. Don’t be like those men.
Having a good quality face wash which suits your skin type is the most basic thing you can do for your skin.
The skin of your face is different from the skin of your body, it is more gentle and soft. Bathing soap is made for your body, so use it only on your body. Bathing soap is too hard for your face and will make it dry and itchy by extracting all the necessary oils and moisture from your face which are necessary for having a glowing and radiant skin.
There are also some all-in-one shower and face gel available in the market which supposedly work on both body and face. The skin on your body and face is not the same, so, one product can’t possibly work on both. Use a good quality bathing soap/shower gel for your body and a good quality face wash which suits your skin type.
If you’ve oily skin, use a face wash which fights oily skin, if you’ve got dry skin, there are also face washes especially made for that. If you’ve dark spots on your skin, use a face wash specially designed for that. Whatever your skin type may be, there’s a face wash available for that skin type. The point being, know your skin type and use a face wash accordingly.
Now, about the timing of washing your face. You should wash your face in the morning during the shower and in the evening/night just before going to bed.
2) Not Moisturising After Washing the Face
Washing the face with a face wash or a cleanser extracts some of the essential oils and moisture from the face along with dirt and impurities. So, moisturising your face after washing it, will provide the essential oils and moisture to your face which is necessary to have spotless and glowing skin.
Not moisturising your face after washing it, will make it dry, itchy and can cause irritation.
Wash your face twice a day and exfoliate twice a week and always use a good quality moisturiser after that.
3) Not Wearing a Sunscreen
The harmful UV rays from the sun damage the skin and causes dark spots and premature ageing of the skin.
There’s a misconception among people that they only need to wear sunscreen during summer to avoid sunburn, but, it really should be a year-round practise.
Always wear sunscreen while going outside during the day no matter the weather condition, because sun rays are always present during the day and with it the harmful UV rays.
Choose a good quality sunscreen with an SPF( Sun protection factor) of at least 30 and apply it on your face, neck and parts exposed to the sun, every time you go outside.
4) Not Washing the Face After Workout
Sweating is good for your skin. It cleanses the skin of dirt, oil and impurities. When you sweat, it opens up the pores on your face releasing unhealthy bacteria. Sweat purges the body of toxins that can clog pores and plague the skin with pimples and blemishes.
But, If sweat sits on the skin for too long, it can irritate the skin, Specifically, the ammonia and urea in sweat can cause irritation and inflammation if left on the skin too long.
Some men think washing their face with just water after a workout is fine, it is NOT. Always use a face wash to wash your face after a workout.
5) Not Drinking Enough Water
Drinking enough water helps the body to flush out toxins while giving you healthier skin. Water also increases blood flow to the skin which gives it an even tone and reduces the risk of acne and other skin problems.
Drinking enough water not only makes your skin glow but also has several other health benefits. It cleanses your body and helps with bowel movements.
Some men think they don’t have “time” to drink water. They are supposedly too busy to drink water, which only takes a minute.
Now, how much water is enough? You should be aiming to drink 4-5 ltrs of water every day. Practise drinking lots of water for a month and notice the difference it has on your skin and body.
Timing of drinking water is also important. You should drink 1 ltr of water just after waking up, first thing in the morning and keep drinking a glass of water at regular intervals.
6) Eating a Lot of Junk and Oily Food
You are what you eat. Whatever you eat, is gonna show on your skin. If you eat a lot of oily and junk food, it’ll show on your skin.
Eating junk and oily foods not only badly impacts your health but also your skin. Limit your intake of fast or junk food to once a week and avoid sugary drinks.
Eat a diet rich in vegetables and unsaturated fats and low in dairy and sugar. Try to eat home-cooked meals and avoid processed foods.
Conclusion
Here are the top 6 common grooming mistakes men make that damage their skin:-
- Using Bathing Soap on the Face
- Not Moisturising After Washing the Face
- Not Wearing a Sunscreen
- Not Washing the Face After Workout
- Not Drinking Enough Water
- Eating a Lot of Junk and Oily Food
If you’ve been doing any of these mistakes, stop it. Have a skincare routine and take care of your skin when you are young and your skin will thank you for that when you are older.
Do comment below if you’re making any of these mistakes.
