Men’s Skin 101

Written By Samantha Ghiselli

Tips to help men develop healthy skin care routines. Our board-certified dermatologists and licensed aestheticians recommend some great skin care products and treatments to help your skin look healthier, refreshed, and younger.

See below as we explore:

  • Daily Skin Care Routine

  • Hair Loss Treatments

  • Laser and Facial Treatments

  • Botox and Dysport Treatments

DAILY SKIN CARE ROUTINE FOR MEN

 

1. Wash your face daily and after exercise.

  • Regular bar soap often contains harsh ingredients that can be drying to the skin.

  • Wash your face with a mild facial cleanser and lukewarm — not hot water.

  • We recommend SkinCeuticals Simply Clean.

2. Moisturize daily.

  • Denver is dry so it’s time to start moisturizing!

  • Moisturizer works by trapping water in your skin, which can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and make your skin look brighter and younger.

  • Our favorites include EltaMD PM Therapy Facial Moisturizer and Alastin Ultra Light Moisturizer.

3. Wear sunscreen daily.

  • Denver ranks as one of the sunniest cities in the nation and we all get lots of sun during our daily routines.

  • Start using a moisturizer that contains SPF 30 or greater every day!

  • Daily SPF helps prevent sun damage that can lead to wrinkles, age spots, and skin cancer.

  • Our favorite lightweight, non-greasy option that men will love is EltaMD UV Clear.

4. Incorporate anti-aging products.

  • Introducing an over-the-counter or prescription strength Retinol or Tretinoin is a great start to a simple anti-aging skin regimen for men.

  • It can help visibly diminish signs of aging for recharged, energized, younger-looking skin.

  • Speak to your dermatologist or aesthetician to see what products are best for you.

  • Our favorites include Avene Retrinal, Alastin Renewal Retinol, and prescription Altreno.

HAIR LOSS TREATMENTS

 

Schedule an appointment with Dr. Ghiselli, Dr. Farahi, or Dr. Blackwood to start prescription and over-the-counter medical treatments for hair loss and learn about procedures offered at SKN Dermatology.

Platelet- Rich Plasma (PRP) Hair Loss Treatment

PRP scalp injections are an effective natural treatment for hair loss.

How it works: A three-step process when your blood is drawn, spun to retrieve the platelet-rich portion, then injected into the scalp.

Results: Increased hair density in 70% of patients after three treatments over 12 weeks.

Propecia

FDA-approved prescription medication for the treatment of male pattern hair loss.

Minoxidil

Low-dose oral minoxidil is an off-label prescription that has regained popularity recently and is an option for male pattern hair loss.

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Daily dietary supplement for hair loss available at SKN Dermatology.

 

LASER & FACIAL TREATMENTS

 

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)

IPL is a laser-like treatment that is an excellent option for men. The procedure can be completed over a lunch break in 30-60 minutes.

IPL is a great solution to treat skin discoloration such as:

  • Red and brown spots

  • Blood vessels on the nose, chin, and cheeks

SilkPeel Dermalifusion Facial

This is a skin-resurfacing treatment that combines exfoliation, extraction, and infusion of condition-specific serums to improve skin health, function, and glow!

SilkPeel Dermalinfusion is a hydrating facial that:

  • Is safe for all skin types

  • Has no downtime

  • Cleans out pores

  • Buffs away wrinkles, fine lines, and acne scars while rehydrating dry skin

BOTOX & DYSPORT

 

Injectable treatment to instantly make you look restored and more youthful. Popular among women but great for men too.

  • Soften your frown lines, forehead lines, or crow’s feet in a subtle natural way.

  • The goal is not to look frozen but to lessen the lines and prevent them from getting deeper.

  • Easy treatment with minimal discomfort and no downtime.

Don’t forget to check your skin regularly.  Non-healing spots or moles that itch, bleed, or change color are often early warning signs of skin cancer. Skin cancer is common in men over age 50 and we recommend skin checks every 1 to 2 years depending on your risks.

Schedule your skin check now with Dr. Samantha Ghiselli, Dr. Jessica Farahi, or Dr. Lisa Blackwood.

Samantha Ghiselli
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