No doubt that winter is harsh on our skin. It dries the skin out, makes it more sensitive, and prone to irritation. Men’s skin, especially, which already gets little to no extra care at all, takes a rougher beating in colder months.
Men tend to often neglect skincare, whether due to societal stigma or just the simple fact that men are not accustomed to self-care from a young age. But, as time advances, the importance of timely skincare and grooming is becoming more and more prevalent to all demographics. And men are finally taking their self-care seriously.
Today, our guide focuses on the importance of men’s facial care, especially in colder seasons. Let’s explore men’s winter facial care and what it takes to maintain healthy skin even in harsh seasons.
Why Should Men Take Skincare Seriously?
Skincare for men has long faced a nonchalant attitude; it is clearly not emphasised as much as women’s skincare, and men, by nature, tend to ignore self-care as a whole. But taking care of the skin goes beyond just its appearance; it is directly correlated to its internal well-being.
A major part of maintaining optimal skin health is protecting the skin from the sun. And failing to do so properly has some serious consequences, the most serious of which is skin cancer. Global statistics show that skin cancer is the 14th most common form of cancer in men. While these figures may not include the subcontinent, it doesn’t mean that you, the men of sunny and summery Bangladesh, don’t need to worry about skin cancer.
Historically, men have been affected with skin cancer at a higher percentage than women in Bangladesh. And while that’s unfortunate, it’s not surprising. The cultural and social blot tied to men’s self-care, interconnected to the lessening of men’s masculinity, is very real, especially in South Asia. But the reality is quickly changing.
Despite the skin cancer scare, it remains important for men to focus on facial care. The societal stigma of men doing self-care, hampering masculinity needs to be shed. Especially now that colder months have returned, proper self-care is more necessary than ever.
Why Winter Is Not Your Skin’s Friend
Colder months are not kind to your skin, even if Bangladesh experiences milder winters than other countries. The air is dry, and the skin feels tight constantly, and if you already have dry skin, the rest of the year, it can get worse.
You see, the skin on the body, especially on the face, produces less of its natural oils, making it tougher to retain moisture as days get colder. This combination of an already dry skin surface with the decreased oil production leads to a weak skin barrier, which without proper care, can easily be compromised.
Bangladesh faces very dry winters, with the sun still beaming through and the air stripping every bit of moisture from the skin and hair. This deadly combination of sunlight and dry heat spells disaster for the skin, especially for men whose facial skins get less TLC in the first place.
So, what should you do, the men of Bangladesh, now that winter has rolled around and your facial care needs an annual reset? Keep reading.
A Solid Winter Facial Care Routine for Bangladeshi Men
Want to save your facial skin from severe winter dryness this year? We got you. We’re focusing on skin from the neck up, as facial skin is significantly more sensitive than body skin. You could lather on some lotion or oil and call it a day for the body.
But when it comes to the face skin, you need to show some extra love. Below, we’ve curated the perfect facial care routine for men in winter, broken down into categories.
1. Take The Day Off
When you come home after a long day of dust, dirt, and grime, all setting up camp on your face, you need to take it all off. And no, it doesn’t mean just splashing your face with some tap water and/or soap, and expecting it to be all gone. Your cleansing and scrubbing routine at the end of the day needs to be intentional and purposeful.
Proper cleansing is not elaborate; a gentle facial cleanser suited for your skin type can get the job done. Just take a few extra minutes to rub gently, in a circular motion on the face, and rinse away. If you’re wearing sunscreen (which you should), you may need to do a double cleanse with a cleansing oil or balm first, then follow up with a face wash.
2. Time to Add The Moisture Back In
A hydrating facial serum can help bring the moisture back into your skin. If that feels too high-maintenance for you, a thick moisturiser can also help, by coating your freshly cleansed and dry skin in a rich formula of hydrating and supportive ingredients.
If you’re up for it, you can also try a skincare method called slugging, which is slathering the face with an occlusive, i.e., vaseline, to help trap moisture and reduce transepidermal water loss. This is a popular trend and has proven to increase hydration levels in the skin, ideal for winter months.
3. Sun Protection: The Key to Healthy Skin
The one aspect of facial care we neglect most happens to be one of the most important. Protecting your skin from the sun not only prevents it from early ageing or gradual decline of skin texture, but also skin cancer. The harmful UV radiation damages healthy skin DNA and leads to mutation, which disturbs normal cell growth and forms tumours.
Skin cancer can be fatal, depending on early detection and the type. And the best way to steer clear of it? Wearing sunscreen every day.
Yes, the simple habit of putting on sunscreen of SPF 50 can drastically reduce the chances of getting skin cancer, while neglecting it can increase the likelihood by 90%.
How Routine Facial Treatments Can Further Improve Your Facial Care?
While maintaining a solid facial care routine can help your skin survive the cold winter, there’s another element that men in particular, completely disregard when it comes to maximising their skin health.
And that’s facials. Thankfully, Bonzer Grooming Lounge has your back (and skin) by providing tailored grooming services to men, which include 16 facials, carefully curated to suit, improve, and support the facial skin of Bangladeshi men.
Getting professional facial treatments this winter can completely transform your skin, because there are just some things that skincare at home cannot achieve. Below, we’ll look at a few facials you can treat your skin to this winter, and it will thank you.
1. Hydrating Facials
These types of facials are ideal for the winter months, as all of our facial skin suffers from the loss of hydration in the dry climate. The aloe vera facial is one such procedure that boosts the skin’s hydration significantly, keeping it plump and moisturised no matter how dry it gets outside.
This is because aloe vera has a high water content of up to 99% and polysaccharides, which attract and lock moisture into the skin, making it excellent for moisturising and calming dry skin. It is also a humectant which pulls water into the skin and travels deep into the epidermis, enhancing suppleness and glow.
2. Facials With Essentials Oils
Another great type of facial, these use essential oils to penetrate deep into your facial skin, activating and boosting hydration. At Bonzer, we incorporate the renowned Body Shop Oils of Life product line into our facials, using deep tissue massages with rosehip oil, cumin seed oil, camelia seed oil, and olive oil, all premiumly sourced from various parts of the world.
Not only do facials with essential oils deliver hydration and enhance brightness, but they also promote skin firmness, nourish the skin, repair impaired skin barrier, and give a glow from within.
3. Skindom Facial
These types of facials originated in Korea and use several ingredients such as peptides, vitamin C, collagen, all hydrating ingredients to induce brightness, radiance, even-toned skin, and, of course, hydration. These facials have long-term benefits, including anti-ageing properties and improved skin texture.
At Bonzer, skin health goes beyond appearance. Our specialised facials are expertly designed for men’s skin. From deep cleansing to advanced skin repair, each treatment is tailored to deliver visible results.
Winter Facial Care for Men: Protect, Nourish, and Restore
Winter facial care is not just a seasonal fix, but a key part of men’s self-care.
While regular skin care can help rescue your skin from the winter woes, routine facials help maintain skin balance, improve texture, and support overall skin health, maximising your skin care efforts.
Bonzer Grooming Salon’s facials are designed to complement everyday grooming routines. Investing in consistent facial care keeps men’s skin looking refreshed, resilient, and well-maintained. Self-care should be prioritised without labels.
