More and more men are taking their skincare seriously. After all, we all want to look good and feel good. Yet whether it's not knowing where to start, not being bothered, or feeling a bit awkward buying grooming products, plenty of men admit to borrowing them from their mum, sister, girlfriend or wife. Time to put a stop to that.
IS MEN'S SKIN REALLY DIFFERENT FROM WOMEN'S?
Men's skin is largely governed by testosterone – so yes, it's different. The main differences are:
- It contains more collagen fibres, making it around 20% thicker. That gives it a tougher, firmer, stronger look.
- Wrinkles take longer to appear because men's skin keeps producing collagen for longer. But when production does slow down, it happens more suddenly, so lines tend to appear quickly and more deeply.
- Men's sebaceous glands are almost twice as active as women's, which means oilier skin that's more prone to unwanted shine and enlarged pores.
And whether you shave or keep a beard, you'll know your face needs a different kind of care. On top of that, your lifestyle plays a part too: stress, sleep, diet, hydration and exercise, plus external factors such as the weather, pollution and sun exposure.
Find a routine that suits your skin. If you're not sure where to begin, FETĒN can help with a range of skincare routines designed specifically for your skin type.
Men's Skin: What Makes It Different
More and more men are taking their skincare seriously. After all, we all want to look good and feel good. Yet whether it's not knowing where to start, not being bothered, or feeling a bit awkward buying grooming products, plenty of men admit to borrowing them from their mum, sister, girlfriend or wife. Time to put a stop to that.
IS MEN'S SKIN REALLY DIFFERENT FROM WOMEN'S?
Men's skin is largely governed by testosterone – so yes, it's different. The main differences are:
And whether you shave or keep a beard, you'll know your face needs a different kind of care. On top of that, your lifestyle plays a part too: stress, sleep, diet, hydration and exercise, plus external factors such as the weather, pollution and sun exposure.
Find a routine that suits your skin. If you're not sure where to begin, FETĒN can help with a range of skincare routines designed specifically for your skin type.