Guys… admit it. You already sneak into your partner’s stash of grooming products from time to time, don’t you? But why hide your appreciation for soft skin and silky hair? It’s time to embrace next-level grooming, especially during Movember, when you have even more hair to showcase.
Movember started in 2003 with 30 guys in Australia. From the humblest of beginnings, they sparked a global movement raising over $700 million and bringing together over 5.5 million men and women (“Mo Bros and Mo Sistas”). Most importantly, they generated open conversations about men’s health issues including cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention.
Physiologically, facial hair is different from the hair on your head (it’s coarser and thicker). Also, men’s skin is different than women’s skin, being about 25 percent thicker. So, if you’re going to do Movember right, scroll down to see products that were created especially for you. Plus, watch Paul Marlow run through his top skincare favourites on our LD Beauty channel.
Gear Up
Keep your beard and moustache tidy with a designated shaver. Try a kit with multiple interchangeable heads that allow for adjustable lengths if you plan on growing your hair past Movember. If you know you’re going to keep things short, keep it old school with a classic set of comb and scissors.
Oil Up
Just like you use conditioner for your hair, your beard and moustache need extra conditioning as well. Beard oils will not only bring moisture, shine, and control back to your hair, but will also help the skin underneath be less itchy.
Does this step feel too fussy? If you need to take baby steps with your “extra” grooming habits, there are plenty of two-in-one products that combine a facial moisturizer with a beard conditioner.
Cleanse
Still using bar soap on your face and beard? You’re most likely over-stripping these areas, leaving skin dry, itchy, and flaky. The skin on your face is relatively thin compared to the rest of your body. Guys, body products just don’t work up there.
You’ll be amazed at what a dedicated beard wash can do to tame your rough, unruly facial hair. And a proper facial wash will gently yet thoroughly cleanse oils, sweat, and sunscreen residue off your face without leaving it parched. For the gym, try a two-in-one beard and face wash designed to quickly take care of your whole face, down to the last whisker.
Exfoliate
Everyone needs to exfoliate, especially if your skin has larger pores and is prone to being thicker and more textured. You can do this with a manual scrub that contains gentle gritty particles that will physically slough away dead skin cells, or with a chemical exfoliator that uses acids to break apart the bonds that hold onto these dead skin cells. Either way, your skin will be resurfaced making it softer and cleaner with diminished fine lines and wrinkles.
Hydrate
Hydration is key to healthy skin. All the steps above help to prep your skin for this final absorption of moisture. Think of it as a thin barrier against pollution, UV rays, wind, debris, and other elements.
Whether you have normal/combination skin, oily skin, dehydrated skin, or want built-in sun protection, there’s a moisturizer for you. And don’t forget about eyes and lips, which have the thinnest skin on your face.
Your facial hair might get the most attention this month, but it’s guaranteed that people will be looking at your face year-round.
Find everything you need for Movember at London Drugs in-store and online!
