...is on average 20% thicker than women's skin and firmer and tighter due to its higher collagen content.

However, the hormone-induced higher sebum production also makes it significantly more prone to large pores and oiliness, which is why men are more prone to blemishes and acne. But even though male skin is significantly thicker, this does not mean that it is less sensitive. Particularly due to shaving, but also to irritating and alcohol-containing cosmetics, male skin is exposed to completely different stresses that cause stress to the skin.

Shaving not only removes skin flakes, but can also cause injuries to the skin. The skin barrier becomes unbalanced, the skin dries out, tends to become red and irritated, and blemishes can occur, while entry points are also opened for microorganisms and pollutants. This can promote inflammatory processes, such as folliculitis (inflammation of the hair follicle).

When caring for male skin, special attention should therefore be paid to using mild, soothing, and above all perfume- & alcohol-free cosmetics. In addition, targeted skincare for different areas can be considered. The focus here is also on a healthy skin barrier for a beautiful complexion. 

Through appropriate skincare - especially before and after shaving - these unwanted side effects can be actively countered. Both the supply of moisture and the use of nourishing oils are essential. 

Psst...the right oils can regulate sebum flow and thus have a positive effect on large pores and oily shine.

The nature of male skin means that it ages differently than female skin. Although it continuously loses collagen, the visible aging process only sets in much later. Fine lines and wrinkles occur very rarely due to the thickness of the skin. 

But even though men are confronted with wrinkles later, they appear with a significantly more pronounced wrinkle depth. It therefore makes perfect sense for men to counteract premature skin aging with supportive skincare.