Most men really care about having nice and healthy skin on their face. Unfortunately many guys still make easy mistakes daily that spoil their skin without them even seeing it happen. Today we are going over ten top skincare mistakes you could be doing today. Dropping these wrong habits will make your face look fresh and sharp right away.
Not Cleaning Things That Touch Your Face
You hold your phone and sunglasses all day long and they get covered in sweat and bacteria and oil. Then you put them right against your skin and wonder why you have a breakout. You really need to wipe these down with antibacterial wipes daily. This simple habit stops that dirt from clogging your pores.
Only Wearing Sunscreen to the Beach
Most guys think they only need sun protection when they are out in the sand but that is just not true. You are getting hit by the sun’s rays while driving your car or just walking to the store. You have to apply a daily moisturizer with SPF even when it is cold outside so you stay protected.
Skipping Your Daily Moisturizer
Your skin needs a face cream that has all the vitamins and nourishing qualities to stay fresh and smooth every single day. If you skip this step your face gets dry and starts looking old. Your skin then works extra hard and makes too much oil. Using a light lotion keeps your face hydated and stops that greasy feeling.
Touching Your Face Constantly
Your hands and fingernails are honestly some of the dirtiest parts of your body. When you rest your chin in your hands or rub your eyes you are transferring all that grime and dead skin cells right onto your face. Keep your hands in your pockets and stop touching your face so you do not cause unnecessary acne.
Using Cheap Generic Bar Soaps
That cheap bar of soap or generic body wash you grab from the store is usually way too harsh for your face. These products strip your skin of natural oils and can leave your chest and back super dry or covered in acne. You need to invest in a quality face wash. A natural bar soap also helps your skin while cleansing it.
Using the Same Pillowcases for Weeks
Your cotton pillowcase is basically a giant sponge that collects your sweat and dead skin and hair oil every single night. Sleeping on that same dirty fabric for weeks will just bless your face with tons of blemishes. Wash your pillowcases weekly and upgrade to a silk or bamboo one so your skin has a clean place to rest.
Not Clearing Your Oil During the Day
Guys with oily skin know how bad it gets when your face looks like a frying pan by the middle of the afternoon. Leaving that oil sitting there clogs your pores and can make your skin overproduce sebum. Carry some small oil wipes in your pocket and wipe your face down so you look fresh all day.
Washing Your Face Before Washing Your Hair
If you wash your face first when you hop in the shower you are making a massive mistake. The harsh chemicals in your shampoo and conditioner will run down your clean face and stay there all day long. You should always wash your hair first. Then wash your face last to remove all that heavy residue.
Eating the Wrong Foods
Your skin is just a reflection of whatever you are putting inside your body on a daily basis. If you fill yourself with trash and junk food your skin is going to look exactly like trash too.
Popping Your Own Zits
We all know how tempting it is to squeeze a pimple when you see one but it is the worst idea ever. Popping zits creates tiny tears in your skin and spreads the infection all over your face which can lead to permanent scars. Just leave it alone to heal naturally. Or cover it up with a little concealer if you really have to.
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