As men age, their skin begins to show the signs of the rich and varied life experiences they’ve each had; deeper laughter lines from all those memories with loved ones, an age spot or two after years of chasing that elusive British sun. This entirely natural process isn’t something to be ashamed of, or to be feared in your youth – it’s simply another life stage that every single one of us will inevitably go through. And, as with every stage in your skin’s life cycle, it’s always useful to have a little bit of specialised support playing backup to ensure that your complexion is feeling at its strongest and looking its very best.
That’s where we come in! A sturdy skincare routine is second-to-none when it comes to taking care of mature skin, and it’s never too early in life to integrate it into your day-to-day – the younger you are when you start, the more you can bolster your skin’s strength preventatively. With a wide array of men’s skincare supported by years of scientific expertise, we’ve got just the products you need to make tackling TLC feel like a breeze.
But before you build your pro routine, let’s take a look at what signs of ageing it’s helping to counteract…
What are the signs of ageing skin for men?
There are common signs of noticeable skin difference that occur as skin matures which should let you know it’s time to step up your skincare.
As collagen (a naturally occurring protein which provides structural support to tissue) decreases with age, you’ll begin to notice fine lines and wrinkles appearing more often, as well as visibly thinner skin. Around the eyes, this may show itself as an increase in puffiness or exaggeration of dark circles. Loss of elasticity also leads to loose, saggy areas of skin – particularly around the neck – which causes pores to appear larger.
Cell turnover begins to slow down with age, so it takes longer for fresh skin to be generated – and this can cause skin to appear dull and congested. With fewer moisture-boosting natural oils being produced as we age, you may also start to notice patches of dryness becoming more frequent.
Luckily, you can easily help control the appearance of all these symptoms with our classic six-step routine designed to deliver targeted care for men’s skin.
Step 1 – cleanse every day, morning and night
Cleansing helps ensure you’ve fully washed away the build-up of the day before bed and sets your skin up for success in the morning by leaving it a fresh, blank canvas. That doesn’t mean simply reaching for a bar of soap or a quick dash of shower gel, but guess what? It’s basically just as easy!
Our No7 Men Energising Face Wash is formulated to remove dirt and pollution from the skin’s surface without stripping it of its naturally protective oils. Leaving skin feeling fresh and revitalised, all that’s required is a simple lather and rinse. As quick as brewing a fresh pot of coffee in the morning!
TOP TIP: As you’re constantly moving your neck, its skin is put through its paces over the years with a lot of stretching. This often causes it to become one of the areas of your body which most visibly sags as you age – so for your cleanser, and every other step in your routine except eye cream, don’t just focus on your face! Make sure that you’re showing your neck the attention it deserves.
