There are a lot of actual medical benefits to learning how to cultivate a regular practice of self-care. Self-care has been shown to help mitigate stress and reduce anxiety which can lead to a lot of powerful improvements in a person’s mental and physical health. When it comes to self-care, some men may struggle to understand how to regularly integrate this practice into their lives. This isn’t necessarily because self-care as a concept can’t be or struggles to be masculine, but more because a lot of men might be confused as to what it is.

The good news is that self-care can be almost anything that you want it to be. As long as it involves stepping back from the normal pace of life, and focusing on something that deals directly with yourself. Self-care can look like taking a hot bath, going to the massage parlor - or even buying those tickets to see a live concert. One exciting aspect of self-care is that it can be seamlessly brought into your normal routines.

One powerful way to practice self-care is to develop healthy skin care routines. Skincare routines help you unplug from the craziness of your schedule and just focus on yourself. Skincare can actually be a deeply therapeutic act, and it can simultaneously help improve the health of your skin. The largest organ in the body is actually the skin, so when it is healthy and operating in the optimal condition - it’s noticeable.

Healthy, clean, vibrant skin can improve the quality of your day and help build up your confidence. The best part about skincare is that it doesn’t have to be complicated. Skincare routines can be as in-depth, complicated, and particular as a person wants - or they can be easy, simple, and still invigorating and refreshing.

If you have been curious about starting a skincare routine but don’t know where to begin, here are five easy steps to help you get started.

1. Invest in a Better Shave

Almost all men make time regularly for shaving. The amount or kind of shaving that takes place varies greatly between men. Some have massive, glorious beards, while others prefer a smooth, baby face clean fresh look. The fact that almost all men take time to shave makes shaving a perfect place to start your new skincare routine.

The best way to improve your skincare is to invest in a high-quality razor. Shaving is an abrasive act that always involves scrapping up dead skin cells and cutting hair follicles. When you pair this with a cheap or even dull blade - the experience can become very unpleasant. Razor burn, ingrown hairs, and small annoying nicks are all part of the territory with low-quality blades.

Investing in a high-quality blade, like a straight razor, is a way to not only improve the quality of your shave so you look your best - but also you feel your best.

2. Exfoliate

If you want another step that is easy to add into your shaving routine that can really improve the health of your skin - it’ss a good exfoliation. The most simple and best way to do this is to simply apply a steamy hot towel to your face once you’ve shaved. The temperature of the towel should not be scalding or dangerous, but it should be hot enough to make your skin pores open and maybe even cause a little sweat. This should be a pleasant experience, so if you aren’t enjoying the temperature, let the towel cool. An easy way you can do this is to stick a towel into water that is at the desired temperature, and then wring it out so it’s still hot, but damp instead of dripping.

By letting the towel set on your face for a few moments, you are allowing the pores of your skin to open up and release the oil, and debris that they have been carrying. Take your towel and lightly exfoliate the skin on your face, and neck for a few moments.

3. A High-Quality Face Wash

To keep your skincare routine wrapped up in your shaving experience for convenience, end your shave with a face wash. These special soaps are designed to help strengthen and moisturize your skin and not dry it out. Rub in your face wash, and then rinse thoroughly so you don’t get any annoying dry soap after.

Conclusion

Learning something new might seem a little intimidating, but as you get better at your skincare routine you’ll learn where to add and take away as needed. If you are just starting out, implementing these three easy steps into your shaving routine will not only upgrade your shave but also give your skin extra care.

The nice thing about combining your skincare and shaving session into one step is that you get twice the benefit from one regular rhythm. These three easy steps will give you results that you won’t just see - but you’ll feel as well.