When it comes to skincare, men traditionally either do not have a routine or like to keep it as simple as possible. It’s never too late to start a skincare routine for men, or to build on the one you already have. Skincare is an investment in your health and self-confidence and can be thought of as essential, daily exercise for your skin, much like going to the gym, eating healthy, and getting good sleep is part of your wellness routine. No matter where you are on your skincare journey, here are the three core steps of any regimen: cleansing, exfoliating, and moisturizing. Follow along below for the ideal routine and tips to get started. 

Cleanse Twice Daily: Cleanse with a hydrating, gentle face wash first thing in the morning, to wash away any product applied the night before, as well as any sweat and bacteria you accumulated during the night.  At night, always do a thorough cleanse to remove any dirt and pollution from the day and avoid it soaking into your pores overnight. If you shave, a mild foaming cleanser before you shave can help reduce surface oil.

Exfoliate Twice a Week: Outside factors like air pollution, cigarette smoke, industrial chemicals, and UV rays all cause our skin oxidative stress and buildup. Exfoliating helps to removes these buildups along with dead skin cells and allows you to keep a brighter, smoother, softer complexion—while also preventing breakouts.  Shaving is a natural way to exfoliate, but if you do not shave, we recommend a mild scrub at night after you cleanse.

Moisturize Morning and Night: A nourishing moisturizer is essential for healthy skin -- it helps to preserve skin’s natural moisture levels, and keep away any threats to the skin’s defensive barrier functions. We recommend Omnia All-In-One Skin Perfector which has 9 powerhouse ingredients in one product to satisfy many of the needs your skin requires on a daily basis. Omnia All-In-One Skin Perfector is also an amazing after-shave product. It contains witch hazel, bisabolol, and allantoin which are highly effective skin-soothing ingredients, as well as hyaluronic acid and ceramide complex to replace the moisture that your skin loses after shaving. 

You can just do these three steps or you can supplement your routine with additional products and steps that combat specific skin issues. If you start with these tips above, you’re already miles ahead of most guys -- it's a great place to begin. Skincare for both men and women requires consistency and effort. The best results are observed when you adapt a routine and stick to it.