Men's personal care involves a balance of practical styling, advanced anti-aging methodologies, and rigorous hygiene practices to maintain physical health and aesthetic appeal.
Your skin relies on pigmentation as a form of protection from the elements. Brown pigment produced by your skin cells allows your skin to reflect harmful ultraviolet rays to reduce damage to your skin cells.
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Acne -- an inflammatory skin condition featuring blackheads, whiteheads and pimples -- results from the clogging of your pores with skin oils, dead cells and bacteria. When inflammation goes deep enough, cystic acne can result.
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Collagen and elastin help keep your skin firm. You may develop sagging skin with age as your skin loses its natural elasticity. According to Skincarephysicians.com, intrinsic aging is a natural part of the aging process that reduces collagen and elastin production in your skin.
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You may develop bumps on your face that are filled with sebum oil. Bumps that are a form of acne can form when pores on your skin get clogged or blocked. This activity can form oil bumps on your face called comedones. Changes in hormone production may play a role, causing acne.
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William Lever started making soap in 1884 with his Sunlight Soap. The first Lux soap was introduced in 1925. It was produced by Lever Brothers and started as bargain brand toilet soap.
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Cellulite looks like an unevenness of the skin that sometimes is described as having an orange peel or cottage cheese appearance. Cellulite forms because globules of fat push against the connective tissue beneath your skin. Common areas of the body affected by cellulite include the thighs, abdomen, and buttocks.
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Acne varies greatly in severity. Most cases are mild to moderate. However, some people suffer from very severe acne, also known as cystic acne. Over-the-counter products may effectively treat more mild cases of acne, but severe or cystic acne may require treatment by a dermatologist.
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A blood filled pimple is usually caused by trauma done to the skin, such as squeezing or pinching a pimple. The trauma, according to Lymphedema People, ruptures the underlying blood vessels, causing the pimple to pool with blood and lymph fluid.
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Men grow hair on many areas of the body, but the area with the fastest growing hair is on the face. In particular, the area on which a man grows a beard contains the hair that grows fastest on his body, and likely necessitates daily shaving if he does not keep a beard.
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Rarely anything to worry about, bags under the eyes are usually the result of not enough sleep, excess fluids or too much salt in your diet. Bags under the eyes can make you appear tired or older than you really are.
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A blackhead is caused by oil and dirt buildup that clogs the facial skin pores and shows up as a tiny dark spot on the face. Regularly washing your face and a good skin care regimen is the best blackhead defense. A range of cosmetic products are available to help you get rid of stubborn blackheads.
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A natural dye derived from the leaves of the henna plant (Lawsonia inermis), henna ink seeps into the top layer of skin when applied, resulting in a semipermanent stain. Whether applied freehand or via a stencil, henna tattoos usually last 14 days.
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Eyeglasses take a lot of abuse such as getting tossed upon countertops and into junk-filled purses, not to mention being sat on. This carelessness often results in scratches that are annoying and that negatively impact vision. If your eyeglasses are hazy due to scratches from improper care, don’t fret.
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Proponents of foot massage for pregnant women claim it has undeniable powers over the pregnant body, while opponents range from cautious and skeptical to adamantly opposed to the validity of these claims. Others remain ambivalent and look at the controversy as unimpressive.
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Extreme temperatures, aging and even the shoes you wear can lead to dry, cracked skin on your feet. Dry skin isn't a serious problem, but it can be unattractive and uncomfortable. Treating dry skin yourself is a three-step process that requires exfoliation, softening and moisturizing.
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Olive oil isn't just for cooking. It also smooths frizzy hair and gives tresses a luxurious, healthy shine. As with many beauty products, a little bit of olive oil goes a long way -- more isn't necessarily better. Too much of any oil makes your hair look greasy and dirty.
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Scars are a result of your body's natural healing process. When you have an injury, the process of inflammation causes your blood to carry white blood cells and microscopic fibers to the injured area. White blood cells attack bacteria and other microorganisms, and fibers begin to wall off and repair the damaged area.
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Poor eating habits and lack of activity can cause fat to accumulate at any location, including the upper arms. Cellulite is trapped fat that forms under the skin and causes a dimpled appearance. Although there is no cure for cellulite, there are several steps you can take to reduce it.
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There are some skin conditions that commonly affect the forehead, according to the medical text “Clinical Dermatology.” Among those listed are psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis, which can look like red, dry skin.
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Dry skin around the mouth can be a painful and highly noticeable occurrence. This condition is caused by a number of triggers, although most do not tend to indicate a more serious condition. Knowing why patches of dry skin occur and how to treat them can help you to prevent future outbreaks of patchy, dry skin.
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