Ok this one’s for the guys, it’s time to talk about male grooming….
Women, we live longer, retain our hair for longer but unfortunately age quicker so lucky for the lads they can keep wrinkles at bay, I guess you could say men age like a fine wine but it’s the inevitable forces of nature that take over.
So why is it men retain their youth longer?
Men’s testosterone levels actually help thicken their skin, making it about 25 percent thicker. Men also have more collagen density, a slightly rougher texture and more natural moisture to their skin because they typically sweat more and have more lactic acid in their sweat.
Both men and women lose collagen after 30 at roughly the same rate, but for women after menopause, the rate quickens for about five years or so, then slows back down. Men’s skin on the other hand, ages gradually. But women are typically more likely to use sun protection on their faces as many women’s skincare products like moisturisers and even foundations come with some SPF built in.
So isn’t it about time men start investing in better skincare regimes and products?
It might not have been the mucho thing to do ten years ago, applying a serum morning and night, however, times have changed thanks to the ‘metro man’ and if you’re not already swiping your partners expensive creams it might just be the moment to become a little more skin savvy.
Some Simple Steps
When it comes to what you need in a day-to-day skin-care routine here’s our 6-step approach however for problem skin it’s recommended to consult Cairns Clear Skin for a prescribed routine to target your concerns.
1. Facial cleanser – Cosmedix Purity Clean or Dermaceutic Foamer 15
2. Exfoliator – Dermaceutic Turnover Cream or Mask 15
3. Eye cream – Cosmedix Eye Genius or Opti Crystals
4. Serum – Aspect Dr. Multi B serum (just like a berocca for your skin)
5. Mouisturiser – Aspect Dr. Resveratrol or Dermacuetic Hyal Ceutic
6. Sunscreen – Aspect Envirostat Dry Touch 50+ or Pro Paira SPF 50+
Suggested Treatments
The Perfect Peel –
If dealing with blocked, congested skin – Aspect Dr. Problem Skin Peel. Our Customised skin peel helps to invigorate the skin with the use of a gentle acid, after gentle exfoliation of the skin, steaming and extractions to restore a youthful glow without any irritation.
We also highly recommend our Dermafrac signature treatment which includes Microdermabrasion, micro skin needling with infusion of serums. This treatment is individualised to target your specific condition. The active ingredients combine to exfoliate and rejuvenation your skin and the best thing……. you are free to resume your regular activities right away!
• Acne & scarring
• Environmental Damaged Skin
• Sun Damaged Skin
• Dull and Lifeless Skin
• Congested Skin
At Cairns Clear Skin we don’t only treat faces, we can also customise peels for sun damage on hands,
arms and backs and shoulders.