Skin care tips for Black Men? Like they say “black don’t crack” but as a black man, do you ever get sad or unhappy because of the way your skin looks?
Do you want to exude more of that black excellence? Or do you wonder what you have to do to get that soft, smooth and spotless skin?
If your answers are yes, then you should definitely be reading this article to know more about caring for your skin no matter your skin type.
In this article, we will be reviewing the best skin care tips for every black man out there.
Know your skin type
As a black man, the same way you wouldn’t buy any pair of sneakers without knowing if it fits, you shouldn’t buy products without knowing if they are suitable for your skin type.
Everyone falls under one of these skin types:
- Normal
- Dry
- Oily
- Combination
Knowledge of what skin type you belong to is essential to caring for your skin and it helps you narrow down your choices to only the best products for you specifically. That way your skin care journey can get off to a good start.
Your body is a temple, wash it
As a black man, your skin is more prone to acne breakouts and hyperpigmentation and one way to solve this problem is to adopt face and body washing methods best suited to your type of skin if you want that soft glowing black skin.
Generally, as black men it is recommended you wash your face at least twice a day and the rest of your body once. Make use of lukewarm water as you want to avoid cooking your skin cells with hot water or closing up your pores with cold water.
Make use of a cream cleanser if you have normal, sensitive or dry skin and a foaming cleanser if you have oily skin.
Shave properly
Improper shaving can lead to ingrown hairs which can cause razor bumps. To prevent this, you should improve your shaving routine by upgrading your razor and also using appropriate after-shave products. You would also be looking to moisturize daily to prevent your hairs from curling back into the follicles resulting in razor bumps.
Skin care tips for Black Men … Exfoliate regularly
Your skin sheds off dead cells at a very fast rate and if you don’t get red of them, these cells can become embedded in your skin pores, leading to blackheads, acne, and also weak hair growth.
By being concerned about caring for the skin you’re in, you must exfoliate to remove those dead cells and also loosen your hair follicles to enable your hair to come out easily when shaving. Be careful not to over scrub though as this can make your skin dry and flaky and can lead to skin irritation.
Skin care tips for Black Men … Moisturize your skin
Do you ever get that fresh feeling on your skin after a bath? Well, that’s you saying goodbye to your essential natural oils. It is important to replace these oils to keep your skin smooth and supple by using a moisturizer.
As a black man in need of a suitable black skin care regimen for men, a moisturizer should always be a part of that regimen. A facial moisturizer with an SPF30 is highly recommended. Daily moisturizing can help reduce hyperpigmentation and help ward off unevenness.
Men need beauty sleep too!
Of all the black skin care tips for men, this is one of the easiest and natural ways to achieve that glowing healthy skin.
Quality sleep of at least seven hours is every essential to any skincare routine. Your body is at its most relaxed state and this helps to boost blood flow to the skin, leaving it glowing and smooth when you wake up.
Also, your body makes new collagen when you sleep which helps prevent puffiness or dark circles under your eyes. Sleep also reduces the levels of cortisol which is associated with hair loss and therefore helps you maintain healthy shiny hair. If you want more out of your skincare routine, start paying more attention to how much sleep you get.
Use sunscreen
As a black man, while your body may possess natural SPF of 13, that is a lot less than the recommended daily use of SPF 30 or higher and so wearing a sunscreen whenever you’re out in the sun is important to prevent UV ray damage of the skin.
Stay hydrated always
Just the same way it is important to hydrate our skin from the outside, it very important to do so from the inside. Drinking at least eight (8) glasses of water daily is crucial to flush out toxins which could make out skin dry and flaky.
Drinking water also helps maintain keratin levels, leaving your hairs looking richer and shiny. Not to mention that it also helps your nails to grow better and thicker.
If you’re looking for an excellent skincare tip, you can never go wrong with drinking more water.
Eat healthy
You’re always one food away from enhancing or destroying your skin. What you eat plays an important part of your daily life. It’s also an important component in any skincare regimen for you as men.
Foods rich in vitamins A, D, and C should always be a part of your diet. Why? Because, not only do they help protect your skin from harmful sun rays, they also prevent aging.
So, foods like sweet potatoes, spinach, greens, kale, romaine lettuce, citrus fruits, nuts, and other rich food sources should be your go-to meal options when choosing a diet plan in general.
Conclusion:
To sum it all up, as a black man, your skin is one of your greatest assets and as such should be given the utmost care and attention regularly and consistently.
If you want healthy glowing skin, the tips listed above are all you need to delve into that black excellence you’ve always desired. It would help take you to that center stage where you are ready to shed off old skin and enter in the new world of a healthy, glowing, soft, smooth skin.
That’s it for this week. As always …
Dedicated to the Care of Your Skin
Juliette Samuel,
Esthetician/Author/Publisher,
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