Face Skincare Like A Man

July 28, 2009

OK guys…no more excuses. Men are embracing grooming in record numbers. Your face and body need serious attention. Here are some simple guidelines and “must have” tricks to get celebrity skin. Remember look good=feel good=confidence=success.

Hottest New Men’s Trends For Skin

Anti-Age and reclaim your youth by maintaining a healthy look and uncover the best looking you. Here are some easy, necessary, intelligent suggestions to wow everyone that looks your way. It is your skin so take it seriously.

* Eyebrows: The most important feature to improve on a handsome face. Get rid of the mono brow or the “Einstein” look. That is scary! Get shaped and waxed at your local barber or day spa.

* Dark Circles: Pack those bags away! Use an all natural E or Aloe based gel to turn around any darkness or puffiness.

* Exercise: Cleanse and hydrate your skin before you workout. You don’t want to build up any bacteria or pollutants while you are sweating, this may clog your pores and cause breakouts.

* Vitamins: Not only are they good for you internally, they are great to maintain a healthy condition for your skin. Try and maintain anti-oxidants in your diet. Vitamins E, C, B, and A are nutritious for your skin.

* Smile: Please don’t show stained or yellow teeth. Teeth whitening is the way to go. It can take years off your appearance. If you can’t afford professional bleaching, the drug store has countless product options.

* Hand and Feet: Monthly manicures and pedicures are totally acceptable and respected all over the world. No one wants to shake a calloused hand or see chewed up feet in open toe shoes….disgusting!

* Wax that back: Professional laser and waxing treatments are now the norm. Even over excessive chest hair has to go. We want to see smooth, youthful skin.

* Botox: Men are running to their dermatologists to erase away the years. It is quick and painless with remarkable and immediate results.

* Internal Cleansing: Colonic hydrotherapy is the latest and greatest. Not only does it detox all the poisons and waste internally, it enriches the appearance and quality of your skin. Also great to shed that beer belly!

* Massage: This feel good treatment helps both with mental and internal clarity. Touch is an amazing positive, physical therapy. The healing touch is a powerful force.

* Block: Even in the winter months, it is imperative to use a sunblock of at least 15-30. UV Rays are more dangerous than UB Rays. Avoid skin cancer (Melanoma)…it can be deadly.

Basic Skincare Tips

* Keep it clean: Men have approximately 15-20% oilier skin and significantly larger pores than women. Deep cleansing is key all year long. Keep pores clear with a chemical free product that does not irritate or dry out the skin. Don’t forget the eye area which is the most sensitive part of the face that also reveals aging. It is important to apply an Aloe and or Vitamin E based treatment. As always, you want to promote healthy looking skin.

* Keep it toned: For the outdoorsmen, the harsh winter and summer environmental debris and pollutants factor heavily into the condition of one’s skin. Toning helps keep skin clean, firm and tightened. Remember to look for products that are not photosensitive (sensitive to light).

* Treat your skin: It is important all seasons to know your skin’s needs. Exfoliate with products that have no alcohol or heavy fragrance. Winter skin is extremely sensitive, so protect and hydrate to prevent dryness and cracking.

* Protect your skin: There are preventative techniques that can promote good looking skin and help keep a healthy glow lasting longer. Your skin is a mirror of your overall body health. Excessive exposure to the sun leads to hyperpigmentation which can develop to serious skin conditions. An SPF of 15 or higher is essential. Make sure your indoor environment is also protected. A humidifier is a great way to keep moisture in the air and help prevent dry, aging skin.

Michele Probst Celebrity Make-up Artist and Beauty Expert

Michele is an internationally known celebrity make-up artist and beauty editor with over 15 years experience in the cosmetic and skincare world. She is the CEO and spokesperson of the all natural skincare system…Menaji. Her approach to beauty and lifestyle is keep it simple and natural. Staying healthy and fit is the most important element to achieving a great look. She currently travels doing make up, television interviews and appearances all over the world, promoting her line and other health oriented products. Her editorial and television work has been seen on everything from CNNFN, Larry King, VH1, Esquire Japan, Rolling Stone and Playboy magazine. Some of her celebrity clients that work with Michele and her products are: Antonio Banderas, Al Gore, Jr., Johnny Depp, Diddy, Eddie George, Enrique Iglesias, Paul McCartney, Stevie Nicks, Ivana Trump, Jay Leno, Tim McGraw, Shania Twain. For more information on the Menaji skincare line visit www.astonmitchell.com.

We would like to credit www.beststuff.com for the article


How to apply Fontana Contarini Men’s Foundation

July 27, 2009

Application instructions

This relates to Fontana Contarini men’s foundation, which is much more of a tinted moisturiser than a full blown foundation.

Fontana Contarini Men's Liquid Foundation

Fontana Contarini Men's Liquid Foundation

1. Exfoliate and moisturise your face

2. Pump a small amount of foundation either onto your fingertip or a sponge wedge. It may appear darker than expected when you squeeze it from the tube, you will find that it goes on really naturally and gives the merest hint of colour which will have people telling you how healthy you look!

3. Lightly rub it into the face, ensuring that you are applying it evenly. Make sure that you take extra care around creases, and around the edges of your face. You don’t want a line where the foundation stops – better to blend it out smoothly. It is only very light foundation, much closer to a tinted moisturiser really, so this should be quite easy to achieve.

4. If you want to achieve an even lighter finish then blend the foundation with moisturiser before applying

5. The idea is that you don’t look like you’re wearing makeup – rather that you have really nice skin and look healthy.


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