How to Build The Optimal Skincare Routine For Men

What Is My Skin Type?

For everyone, including men, finding out what skin type you have is a must. Before you delve into the world of skincare, getting to know what your skin needs is crucial. For example, if you have sensitive skin, it may sting or burn after you use certain products - this can further cause breakouts and irritation. Whereas if you have dry skin, you may find that you experience flakiness or itchiness. In this case, you won’t want to use products that dry you out further - you should be looking for skincare that adds hydration and protects your skin’s barrier. 

Here at Skinstation, our team of experts are all about getting you well acquitted with your skin and its needs. To help you build your very own personalised morning and nighttime skincare routines, we’d like to learn a little bit more about your skin types, concerns, and general skin goals - and that’s why we have our Skin Quiz on our website.

Our 12-step Skin Quiz uses an advanced algorithm skin tool that analyses and matches products to best suit your skin profile producing results in real-time. Say goodbye to using skincare products on a trial-and-error basis, here at Skinstation, we are all about taking out that guesswork.

Best Skincare Routine For Men

Once you’ve taken our Skin Quiz, and figured out what skin type you are working with, the next step is to address your concerns. What are you trying to work on this year? What are the main skin concerns you are looking to tackle in 2023? 

For all skin, it’s particularly important to cleanse, exfoliate, moisturise, and use SPF protection. Cleansing and exfoliating are vital steps in any men’s skincare routine, as it helps to regulate our natural oil production. It can prevent clogged pores and acne, making breakouts less frequent. The Obagi Men Carbon Kit works perfectly for this as it provides four simple steps to maintenance and prevention for Normal to Oily skin types. Let’s face it, skincare can be a minefield - but with the Obagi Men Carbon Kit, all the steps and products are already there! In this kit, you will find: 

• CLENZIderm M.D. – This is a daily Care Foaming Cleanser which can be used to cleanse the entire face. To use, simply spread a thin layer of the Obagi CLENZIderm M.D.® Daily Care Foaming Cleanser and rinse thoroughly. Our experts recommend using it once to three times a day.

• Obagi-C Exfoliating Day Lotion  – Use the Exfoliating Day lotion once daily in the morning. To use, squeeze a small amount (approximately 1 to 2 pea-sized drops) onto your hands and with your fingertips, apply evenly to the entire face. Massage gently until completely absorbed.

• Obagi Retinol 1.0 –  Apply a small amount of Obagi® Retinol 1.0 to cleansed, dry skin. We recommend only using it in the evening and ensuring you wear SPF if you are going to be exposed to the sun when using this product in your routine.

• Deluxe Mini Daily Hydro-Drops – Apply morning and evening to cleansed skin. Apply under your day or night cream.

All these products work together to increase cell renewal, reduce general signs of ageing, help reduce skin tone and texture, brighten the complexion and diminish pigmentation.

Healthy Skin From The Inside Out

Healthy skin doesn’t just happen overnight. You can use the best beauty products in the world, and have your routine down to a tee, and yet, your skin can still not be living its best life. Skin is the biggest organ in your body, meaning that it absorbs everything you do. It’s the first line of defence when it comes to environmental stressors, and it can also be damaged through everyday lifestyle choices such as smoking, drinking or eating too much sugar. 

As well as using a curated range of personalised skincare products, you can also eat your way to a healthier complexion. Our Lumity Morning & Night Male Supplements are specially formulated for men and include all the vitamins you need on a daily basis. They are easy to use and will fit into any beauty routine you currently have on the go. Packed with all the vitamins your body needs, our unique Morning & Night Male Supplement system from Lumity helps optimise your mind, body and performance. The benefits to your body include:

• Improved alertness

• Reduced oxidative stress

• Increased energy levels

• Endurance and vitality

• Reduced fatigue

• Boosted immunity

• Healthier hair and skin

• Improved focus

Having a consistent and healthy skincare routine is something that men and women can both equally benefit from. No matter your skin type, whether you are dry or oily, sensitive or normal, a regular skincare routine is extremely important when it comes to keeping your skin healthy and vibrant.