With all the information available from the Internet, from family and friends and even in the news it is often hard to determine what is fact and what is myth when it comes to men’s skin care. The following are some of the myths and the truth about the subject:
1. Most all men’s razor advertisements promote multiple blades for a smooth close shave. For some men, especially those with course curly hair, multiple blade razors can cause irritation and even ingrown hairs. It is best to choose a razor that suits the type of facial hair you have.
2. Many people believe that the more expensive the product, the better it will perform. This is not necessarily the case as most all skin care products have the same ingredients and are used in the same way no matter where they are purchased and what brand they are.
3. It is a common myth that if you do not wash your face often you will have acne and blackheads. Although washing your face should be a part of a daily routine blackheads and acne are not the results of dirt, they develop from the buildup of dead skin cells.
4. People believe that if you eat foods that are high in fat or even chocolate you will develop skin problems. Any dermatologist will tell you that this is not true. A healthy diet is good for you all around but it is the buildup of dead skin cells that cause skin problems.
5. It is widely believed that a sunscreen product with a high SPF is the best type to use. Although a sunscreen should have a SPF of 15 it is the time and way it is applied that is the most important. Sunscreen should be applied 30 minutes before sun exposure and about two ounces should be used.
Sat, Aug 7, 2010
Gender-Related, Skin Disorders