Why men should moisturize

Gentlemen, it’s time to face facts. The days of thinking “moisturizer” is a fancy term your girlfriend uses in her 12-step beauty routine are long gone. Moisturizing is a universal act of self-love that doesn’t just belong to spa days or skincare ads. It’s a necessity – right up there with coffee, pizza, and that single errant sock every man inevitably loses. If you’ve yet to discover the wonders of moisturizer, or you think your skin’s got it all figured out without it, here are a few reasons to bring you over to the light, the lotion, and the lather.

Clearer skin

Here’s the deal: daily moisturizing can help keep acne at bay. It might sound backward – putting cream on your face to avoid pimples – but stick with me. When skin’s dry, it panics. Your body starts producing extra oil in an effort to hydrate itself, which can lead to clogged pores, pimples, and that glistening forehead you’re usually left blotting down halfway through the day.

By moisturizing, you’re essentially calming your skin down. It knows it’s covered and doesn’t need to go into grease mode. Regular hydration equals less oil, less clogging, and fewer breakouts. Just think of it as giving your skin a solid reason to keep calm and carry on.

Fewer wrinkles – keep That face smooth as a jazz ballad

Who wants to look like they’re made of leather by the time they hit 40? Sure, rugged is cool, but a face full of premature wrinkles isn’t. Daily moisturizing helps prevent fine lines and wrinkles from forming, and honestly, it’s probably the easiest step you can take toward staying youthful.

Science tells us that wrinkles tend to form faster on dehydrated skin. So, if you’re not moisturizing, it’s a bit like running through a sandstorm without goggles. Moisturizer helps lock in hydration, keeping your skin plump and, dare I say, baby-faced. Imagine being the guy who doesn’t need a filter on his selfies. Future you will thank you.

Balance for your skin – no more choosing between the desert and the oil field

The world of skin can be a complicated one, and not all of us have skin that perfectly cooperates. Some of us are gifted with dry skin that’s drier than British humor, while others are bestowed with oily skin that’s greasier than a Saturday night takeaway. The beauty of moisturizer? It’s like Switzerland: it works with both.

For dry skin, moisturizer locks in needed hydration, giving you the smooth, soft skin you’d expect from someone who’s never faced a drafty British winter. For oily skin, a good moisturizer signals to your skin that there’s no need to produce extra oil. So, instead of that perpetual glisten, you get a nice, even complexion. It’s truly a win-win.

Shield against the elements – because you’re not a viking

News flash: no matter how much of a “tough guy” you are, your skin does not, in fact, double as a suit of armor. The sun, wind, pollution, and everything else Mother Nature has in her weather playbook are working hard to give your skin a hard time.

Moisturizing, especially with one that includes SPF, offers a layer of protection against these elements. It’s like sending your skin out with a mini force field every day. And considering we all age faster thanks to sun exposure, using a moisturizer with SPF is an easy way to stay protected without needing to double up on products. Plus, sunscreen in moisturizer is one of the best ways to avoid looking like a lobster after one sunny afternoon.

So… why wait?

The real question is, why aren’t you moisturizing already? It’s one small step for your morning routine, but a giant leap for your skin health. Give it a try, and you might just end up with skin so good you’ll start getting compliments from the unlikeliest of places – even your own reflection.

For moisturiser products aimed at different skin types, we’ve written a couple of articles for oily, dry & sensitive that you might wish to browse.