What does suitable skincare for men look like?
October 1, 2023 | 30,00 EUR | answered by Bernd Schlosser
Dear Dermatologist,
My name is Martina Bahr and I am writing to you because I am concerned about my husband's skin care. In recent months, he has been experiencing increased skin problems such as dryness, redness, and pimples. He has never paid much attention to skin care before, but the situation is becoming increasingly uncomfortable for him.
My husband works in a manual labor profession where he is often outside in the sun and gets his hands dirty frequently. He showers daily and uses a regular shower gel. Other than that, he does not use any specific skin care products.
I am worried that his skin issues could worsen and that he could suffer from long-term skin damage. That is why I am reaching out to you to learn what a suitable skin care routine for men should look like. Are there any specific products or skincare routines that you can recommend to protect and nourish my husband's skin?
I would greatly appreciate it if you could provide me with specific recommendations that are easy to integrate into my husband's daily routine. I would like to help him solve his skin problems and maintain healthy skin in the long run.
Thank you in advance for your help and support.
Sincerely,
Martina Bahr
Dear Martina Bahr,
Thank you for your message and your trust in my expertise in dermatology. It is commendable that you are taking care of your husband's skin health and looking for solutions to his skin problems.
The fact that your husband works in a manual profession, spends a lot of time outdoors, and often gets his hands dirty can definitely lead to skin problems such as dryness, redness, and pimples. Daily showering and the use of a regular shower gel can also contribute to dry and sensitive skin.
To protect and care for your husband's skin, I recommend introducing a specialized skincare routine for men. This can easily be integrated into his daily routine and will surely help improve his skin problems.
First and foremost, it is important for your husband to switch to gentle and moisturizing products specifically designed for men's skin needs. A mild cleansing gel or milk without aggressive ingredients can help clean the skin without drying it out.
After cleansing the skin, it is advisable to use a moisturizing cream or lotion to provide the skin with enough hydration and protect it from external influences. Products with soothing ingredients such as aloe vera or panthenol can help alleviate skin irritations and strengthen the skin barrier.
In addition, your husband can also benefit from using sunscreen, especially if he spends a lot of time outdoors. A broad-spectrum sunscreen with a high SPF should be applied daily to protect the skin from harmful UV rays and prevent premature aging.
It may also be helpful for your husband to regularly moisturize his hands with a nourishing hand cream to protect the skin from dryness and cracks. Especially after contact with water or harmful substances, it is important to moisturize the skin.
In summary, I recommend a gentle cleansing, moisturizing care, sunscreen, and hand cream as the basis for an effective skincare routine for your husband. Individual products can be selected based on skin type and specific needs.
I hope these recommendations are helpful for you and your husband and help improve his skin problems. Feel free to contact me with any further questions.
Best regards,
Bernd Schlosser
Dermatologist
