What's the Difference Between Women's and Men's Skin Care? Beauty Products for Men's Skin

Men's skincare is as crucial as shaving and washing. However, it is best to use products that consider the specific characteristics of male skin. In the new article, we will analyze the nuances of men's skin and facial care.

Based on information compiled by Statista, a market research company, the worldwide market for men's skincare products is projected to reach the value of $115 billion by 2028, surpassing the amount of nearly $80 billion recorded in 2022. TikTok trends contribute significantly to the increasing popularity of men's cosmetics – in the United States alone, the hashtag #menskincareroutine has been viewed 69 million times last year.

Let's have a look at the differences between male and female skin and how to help male buyers in selecting the perfect at-home facial care.

Differences between Male Skin and Female Skin:

1. Increased Sebaceous Glands:

   Men have larger sebaceous glands, and the quantity per square centimeter is higher. This makes male skin generally oilier and more prone to the formation of comedones and acne. In order to avoid this, it's necessary to cleanse male skin thoroughly, using non-comedogenic products.

2. Thicker Skin

   Due to the influence of testosterone, male skin is, on average, 24% thicker than female skin. Textures of male skincare products should be lighter for easy absorption, and the formulas should be more concentrated for effective skin impact.

3. Slower Aging Process

   Wrinkles appear later on male skin compared to female skin, due to a thicker dermal layer and denser elastic collagen fibers. However, premature aging of male skin can result from frequent sun exposure without using facial sun protection..

4. Stress from Frequent Shaving

   Shaving involves removing the upper layer of skin, leading to worse protective functions, microtraumas, and inflammation. The skin becomes more sensitive and requires additional care.

How to Take Care of Male Skin?

Despite significant differences, the basic steps for male skincare are almost the same as for female skincare. Male skin needs:

• Gentle cleansing to remove excess sebum.
• Moisturizing and nourishment (including anti-aging care if needed).
• Deep cleansing with a scrub or peel (once a week).
• Sun protection.

An additional step in male skincare includes specific products created to protect and restore the skin during and after shaving. These products should aim to alleviate irritations, prevent inflammation, and provide extra moisturizing.

In addition to this, the composition of skincare products for men and women should vary. The products should be developed specifically for men, considering the unique characteristics of male skin mentioned earlier.

ECOLATIER POWER

We created the ECOLATIER POWER line to take care of men's hair and skin. The products in this line have a natural composition, they are effective, easy to use and multifunctional. The line includes 15 products that cover all the needs of men's at-home care: facial and body care, 2-in-1 shampoo-body wash, antiperspirants and pre/post-shaving products.

In the facial care line, you will find shaving foamy cream and balm, moisturizing aftershave balm, facial cleansing gel, moisturizing facial gel and face cream 5-in-1. All ECOLATIER POWER facial products are developed with consideration for the specific characteristics of male skin, its density and sebum regulation. They promote the healing of micro cuts and skin regeneration.