- October 19, 2018
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- Alexandra Kurakina
The phrase that a man should be smelly, powerful and hairy is a thing of the past. Modern representatives of the stronger sex use various beauty products in their daily care, increasingly visiting beauty salons and getting manicures. Everyone wants to look well-groomed and fresh. To achieve this goal, you need to monitor your health and use eye cream for men daily. Since it is the delicate skin of the periorbital area that can not only give away age, but also remind you in the morning about the madness of the night.
Features of men's skin care
Men's skin is thicker than women's due to testosterone. In addition, it is oilier and less sensitive. Men's skin is more resistant to the external environment and other negative factors. The only disadvantages include increased fat content and a tendency to acne.
The thickness of the skin of representatives of the stronger half of humanity is 20-25% greater than that of women. It has more intense blood circulation, making it appear darker. At the same time, it contains more melanin. It turns out that she is better protected than women from harmful ultraviolet radiation and age spots hardly threaten her.
These features allow representatives of the stronger sex to remain youthful longer. Wrinkles form later, the oval of the face does not float, and pigment spots, if they appear, are already in old age. Only improper care or its complete absence can harm men's skin.
A large amount of collagen allows men to avoid early wrinkles on the face and protects against stretch marks on the body. In addition, the acid-base balance of men's skin is 5.4, and that of women is 5.7. All these features are taken into account in the production of cosmetics. Creams from wives and girlfriends are not suitable for men.
The only area vulnerable to early age-related changes is the periorbital region. The dermis here is thin, there are very few sweat and sebaceous glands. There is practically no subcutaneous fat, and there are not enough supporting fibers such as collagen and elastin. Therefore, it will not be possible to preserve the youth of this area without a properly selected eye cream for men. When choosing a product, you need to take into account age, skin condition and the ingredients that the product contains.
Cosmetics for men for beards after 50 years
Among mature men, there are many who have a beard and mustache. This part of the face also needs to be looked after, because in most cases, facial hair can look careless and untidy if it is not taken care of. The main mistakes men make is lack of care.
First of all, you need to purchase products that help you keep in shape and also style your beard. This is necessary so that the hair does not stick out in different directions, and the beard does not look like an old washcloth. Below is a list of beard products. This could be oil, wax, conditioners.
Cosmetics for men for beards after 50 years:
- Barbers Original Beard Balm
- Placental cream Mizon Placenta Ampoule Cream
- Barbers Professional Cosmetics
- Face and beard scrub Proraso Beard Exfoliante Paste Mint & Rosemary
Please note that your beard should never be washed with hair shampoo. After all, the amount of fat on the beard and head is significantly different, and the structure of the hair is also not the same. Above is a list of the most popular beard shampoos.
Beard care
Don't shy away from using moisturizing creams to relieve irritation. We recommend that men over 50 years old stop using alcohol-containing lotions.
Required Ingredients
Men may start using anti-aging creams much later than women. Most often, until the age of 35, light decongestant gels or moisturizing serums are enough for them. A cream for wrinkles around the eyes for men will only be needed by the age of 40-45, when testosterone production begins to noticeably decrease.
The best way to combat swelling, dark circles, bruises, wrinkles, dryness and gravitational ptosis are products containing the following substances:
- Hyaluronic acid.
- Vitamin C.
- Peptides.
- Omega 6 and 3 fatty acids.
- Antioxidants (green tea, grape or witch hazel extract).
- Caffeine. This substance is especially valuable for lovers of a nocturnal lifestyle. It will quickly remove blue discoloration from gases, improve blood microcirculation and lymphatic drainage.
- Glycerol.
- Probiotics.
- Niacinamide (vitamin B3).
- Nourishing oils. For example, jojoba, coconut, almond, olive, avocado and many others.
- Retinol is a well-known vitamin for youth.
Men's cream must be applied correctly to the area around the eyes. Use the product twice a day, after thoroughly cleansing the skin. The product should not be smeared, this will only stretch the delicate dermis and increase the number of wrinkles. It is recommended to gently tap the cream in with your fingertips. The product is applied along the line of the orbital bone; it should not come into contact with the moving eyelid.
How to solve problems
- Bags under the eyes, solution: If you notice that the bags under your eyes are dissolving four hours after you get out of bed, then you need to remove the important cause of this problem - consume less fluid in your diet. You can get rid of such problems with the help of a special, professional skin serum. Swelling that occurs due to age. This problem can be solved with the help of creams with o.
- Wrinkles around the eyes. Cream, mask and frequent moisturizing help fight this problem. If you have dry skin, then frequent use of creams will be the right solution.
- The solution to the problem of dark circles under the eyes can be a massage, which will balance blood circulation in the capillaries, as well as gymnastics, which will promote skin elasticity. Special massages can be performed. To do this, use just a little light movements, lightly touching the skin along the line - from the temple to the bridge of the nose, then up the eyebrow, and so on, repeat.
- Very deep wrinkles around the eyes. This problem requires a careful selection of skin products in a special complex. It is necessary to use facial expressions as little as possible, which means that if you laugh, do not tense your skin or squint. Be sure to do the massage every day, which is described in paragraph three. Washing with cool water also has a beneficial effect. You should not use hot water to wash your face, since such procedures not only dry out the skin, but also wear it out and make it thinner. It is also necessary to follow a proper, healthy diet, drink enough fluids and balance the workload.
- Redness, as well as spots. Do not apply any products under any circumstances if you have eye inflammation, allergies, or do not know the cause of the redness. Be sure to consult a doctor in such cases.
If you use brushes for washing, then be sure to rinse them, do not leave them wet, bacteria accumulate in them.
Luxury creams
Anyone who has ever chosen a skin care product knows that products vary greatly in price. In addition to cost, they differ in the level of quality of ingredients, safety and effectiveness.
The most expensive are luxury or selective cosmetics. About 80% natural ingredients are used for its production. Plants, the extracts of which are added to creams and other products, are grown without the use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers. And the processing of raw materials is carried out in such a way that all its beneficial properties are preserved. Naturally, the production itself and the equipment for it are not cheap. This is reflected in the price of cosmetics. In addition, part of its cost is the manufacturer's name fee.
Best Luxury Eye Creams for Men:
- Shiseido Men. Revitalizing eye contour cream. The product contains a unique biocomplex with hyaluronic acid. Effectively eliminates wrinkles, bags under the eyes and dryness. Strengthens skin and maintains high levels of moisture for 24 hours. The effectiveness of this treatment is similar to hyaluronic acid injections.
- Dior Homme Dermo System eye serum. The texture of this product is more like a light cream. It is quickly absorbed and does not leave a greasy shine. Effectively eliminates signs of fatigue, making the look more expressive.
- Lancom. Homme Age Fight - cream for the skin around the eyes. The product is designed for men aged 30 to 40 years. Eliminates fine wrinkles and other signs of aging. It also protects the skin from oxidative stress.
- Givenchy. Intensive Anti-Fatique Eye Lift - gel lifting. Intensive remedy for smoothing wrinkles and eliminating puffiness. The gel relaxes the skin of the periorbital area, protects and moisturizes it. The composition includes peptides that stimulate the elimination of toxins. And also marine collagen, which strengthens and rejuvenates the skin.
- Clinique. Anti-stress gel for the area around the eyes. Instantly eliminates puffiness, refreshing the skin and giving the eyes a rested look. Contains caffeine and hyaluronic acid.
The best creams for bags under the eyes
Effective product HYDRAPHASE intense around the eyes
HYDRAPHASE intense moisturizer for the eye contour from the French manufacturer LaRochePosay.
The hyaluronic acid contained in it promotes cellular adhesion of the epidermis, and thereby prevents the loss of moisture from the tissues.
Caffeine relieves puffiness of the eyelids and reduces dark circles.
Its cost is 1100 rubles
LioeleUnderTheEye
LioeleUnderTheEye cream perfectly brightens the skin under the eyes.
Contains patented PhytoWhite Complex and natural ingredients to effectively combat puffy eyes.
This concealer contains light-reflecting particles that hide bags and provide a subtle glow.
The texture lasts well all day and does not crease. The price of this product is 780 rubles. You can find out which is better: Dysport or Botox here.
Liftactivby Vichy
The product with a tightening effect Liftactiv from Vichy (Vichy) also eliminates puffiness of the eyelids.
It contains rhamnose, a natural component that acts directly on cells and stimulates collagen production.
Its cost is 1050 rubles.
EleaRelaxance
EleaRelaxance cream from a Bulgarian manufacturer. This natural product eliminates dark circles and puffiness under the eyes. The texture is pleasantly applied and quickly absorbed without forming a film.
It is economically used, the capacity of the tube is enough for three months. After use, the skin acquires a uniform color and is well moisturized.
The price of a 15 ml tube is 350 rubles
Reviews
Tatyana, 45 years old I work at the computer at night. This affects the complexion and, naturally, the eyes. Sometimes I wake up with terrible bruises on my eyelids. I tried to help myself with different means, but HYDRAPHASE turned out to be the best for me.
After a week of use, the result became noticeable. And it doesn’t cause allergic reactions, which is very important to me. I recommend it to nighttime workaholics like me!
Elya, 23 years old LioeleUnderTheEye is a wonderful cream. After it, my eyes just lit up. I have never seen such an effect from a cream. There were small wrinkles around the eyes, they were gone, but there was nothing to say about the “bags”. They disappeared.
I have been using this cream for over a month and am very pleased!
Nastasya, 42 years old Cream with a lifting effect from Vichy reduces and whitens bruises. Relieves swelling and tightens the skin. I speak from personal use and the experience of my friends. It's worth the money. It really helps with bags under the eyes.
Katerina, 32 years old I use eye cream from the Relaxance series from Elea - a miracle!!! No dark circles, no swelling, everything disappeared and was forgotten.
Before that, I used various products in the form of rollers, which only stretched the skin, but did not give any results. And with him I feel at my best!!!
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Professional cosmetics
Professional cosmetics are intended for use by specialists in beauty salons. Its effectiveness is really high thanks to the rich formula of the products. Visible results can be obtained after just two applications.
Many brands that produce such cosmetics also offer home care lines. Men may like the following products:
- Revitalizing serum for the face and area around the eyes Man Face & Eye Revitalizer from Janssen Cosmetics. The product eliminates wrinkles and irritation, strengthens and nourishes the skin. It also fights free radicals.
- Crema Gel Complex Contorno Occhi from Guam. Italian experts have developed one of the best eye creams for men. It contains a multivitamin and decongestant complex, bamboo, cucumber and nasturtium extracts. Regular use guarantees the elimination of even deep wrinkles. The skin will become more elastic and fresh in appearance.
- Biotherm Homme. Total Recharge Eye anti-fatigue eye cream. Restores hydrolipid balance, tones and strengthens the dermis. The cream easily smoothes out fine wrinkles and prevents the development of new ones. Suitable for men over 35 years old.
Pharmacy cosmetics
The middle price segment is occupied by pharmacy cosmetics. It is created in close collaboration with dermatologists and is sold only in pharmacies. It contains components that are found in conventional cosmetic creams. In addition, medicinal substances are added to it. For example, calcium gluconate, dexpanthenol, zinc oxide and many others.
In medicinal cosmetics, the amount of fragrances and preservatives is strictly limited. It is highly hypoallergenic. Eye cream for men is produced by the following brands:
- Vichy. Homme Hydra Cool+. Moisturizing gel for face and eye contour. Hyaluronic acid in the composition and valuable minerals normalize skin metabolic processes, smooth out wrinkles, prevent moisture evaporation and even out microrelief. The cream has antioxidant properties and enhances the regeneration of damaged areas.
- Aveda. Botanical Kinetics Energizing Eye Creme. The product of the American brand Aveda is new to the domestic market. It contains caffeine and licorice root extract. The cream effectively fights swelling and dark circles. It also smooths out wrinkles.
Unfortunately, most well-known pharmacy brands in the CIS countries do not produce creams specifically for men. Most often you can find unisex series.
Shaving cosmetics for men over 50 years old
A shaving product is needed as well as a skin cleanser. Under no circumstances should you take your wife’s foam for washing, as it is not suitable for the male dermis. A mandatory option is the presence of shaving foam or gel. Because they additionally dry out the skin, which is undesirable in the case of mature epidermis and the presence of wrinkles.
Men of this age may have dry skin, so using lotions containing alcohol may make the situation worse. Therefore, creams and aftershave balms would be an ideal option. They do not contain alcohol and have a creamy texture that is rich in moisturizing ingredients. In turn, this allows you to saturate the skin with moisture and prevents its aging.
Below is a list of shaving cosmetics for men over 50:
- Aftershave lotion "Instant comfort" L'Oreal Paris Men Expert
- Omorovicza Soothing Shave Shaving Cream
- After Shave Gel Via Barberia Fructi After Shave Serum
- Vichy Homme Sensi-Baume After-Shave Balm
- Aftershave gel Hydra Power L'Oreal Men Expert
These products contain a large number of moisturizing ingredients, as well as components that prevent the skin from drying out.
Cosmetics for men
Middle market
Middle market cosmetics contain no more than 50% natural ingredients. Most often it reaches only 30%. To produce cosmetics of this class, cheaper production technology is used compared to pharmaceutical and selective ones. Because of this, some of the beneficial properties of many components are lost.
A considerable amount of artificial ingredients is added to such cosmetics. They can be addictive to the skin. Therefore, it is recommended to change middle-market cosmetics every six months.
Affordable eye creams for men that are of high quality:
- L'Oreal Paris Men Expert Vita Lift Eye Cream. The product is designed specifically to combat the signs of aging. Eliminates dark circles, wrinkles and firms the skin.
- Mary Kay. Eye cream MK Men. The product contains collagen-forming peptides and plant extracts. Regular use of the cream can eliminate bags under the eyes and reduce the number of wrinkles.
Why does a man need anti-aging eye cream?
Given the location of your eyes on your body, you might think that a regular face moisturizer would do the trick, but that's not the case at all. “Eye creams are different from regular face creams and are designed to address different concerns in the area,” explains Dr. Lens. “The skin around the eyes is thinner than the rest of the face and is more vulnerable to external irritants. Also, due to frequent muscle contractions, the skin around the eyes is more prone to wrinkles.”
Besides the fact that our readers face their own unique set of problems (in the form of co-workers saying, "Damn, Borya, you don't look great today"), regular face creams are often too harsh, greasy, or It just doesn't work.
There's probably a more important reason why eye creams are in their own personal care category. Use them daily and you will soon experience this when you see a reduction in dark circles and reduce the rate at which they appear around your manly eyes.
Mass market
The most affordable in terms of price are mass market cosmetics. It contains artificial flavors and synthetic components. In addition, you can even find truly toxic substances. Such products are not able to solve skin problems. Often they even make the situation worse.
If desired, you can find a safe product in the mass market segment. But you shouldn’t expect it to significantly improve your skin health. All it will do is moisturize it and fill it with nutrients.
The safest products are:
- Oriflame North For Men. Anti-aging cream for the skin around the eyes, contains caffeine and vitamin E. The product effectively removes signs of stress and fatigue, eliminates fine wrinkles. Moisturizes the skin well.
- Natura Siberica. Lifting cream “Eagle look”. The product contains pure caffeine, black caviar extract and organic northern cloudberry oil. This is a truly effective under eye cream for men. The product gives the skin energy, completely erasing all traces of fatigue. In addition, it eliminates wrinkles and bags under the eyes.
Reviews
Unfortunately, not all representatives of the stronger sex use eye cream (for men) in their daily care. Reviews from those consumers who decided to purchase such products indicate that they are satisfied with the condition of their skin. Men write that at first it was unusual for them to apply the cream twice daily. But then this ritual became a habit, especially since it gave visible results.
Many representatives of the stronger sex claim that, despite the high cost of eye creams for men in the luxury segment, they prefer these products. They do not cause allergies and are used very sparingly. On average, one tube lasts for four to six months. Such products can really restore a fresh look even after a fun night.
How to apply eye cream for a man
Waking up looking more refreshed (or at least a little less hungover) isn't as easy as buying things at the supermarket, you also have to know how to use them.
To get the most out of your eye cream, apply it at night when your skin is in recovery mode. How you do this depends on the type of product, which will either come in a jar - in which case you have to use your ring or little finger to spread the cream onto delicate skin - or in a tube, which can be inconvenient but is relatively hygienic than sticking your finger into the product.
Apply the cream in dots or layers along the upper and lower eyelids, gently massaging inwards towards the nose rather than outwards (which seems a little counterintuitive, but this way the skin will not be stretched too much).
For additional anti-inflammatory effect, according to Lins, “store the gel in the refrigerator on warm summer days, but in any case, any cream consistency will be suitable for the eyes.” So, choose the type of product that suits you best.
