Men, put on your festive face: Male skincare tips for this Diwali

Grooming hasnrsquot been just about women for a long time now with contemporary men leaving no stone unturned to get their skin game on point Anyone who knows skincare knows how different skin types can be and that it is a different challenge altogether for men owing to their thicker and porous skin Some easy practices can help them get a radiating glowFor those who want flawless skin dermatologist Dr Rashmi Shetty answers essential skincare questions just in time for the festive seasonWhat are some daily practices that one should follow for good clear skinLifestyle modification mdash including long working hours less physical activity increased mental stress and unhealthy diets mdash have caused detrimental effects on peoplersquos skin health besides affecting their body As the use of digital devices has increased manifold blue light exposure is significantly harming our skin as well as the bodyrsquos circadian rhythms Good daily habits such as drinking lots of water eating fruits vegetables healthy carbohydrates and proteins and making sure that you control or reduce your stress can benefit your skinPlease share a basic skincare routine for men who want to take care of their skin in their everyday livesThe basic skincare routine should include face wash moisturiser for oily skin type waterbased moisturisers are recommended and then a layer of SPF One should also include serums in their skincare too Aftershave balm should also be used post shavingIn your opinion what is the one essential skincare practice men should be following but which mostF end up skippingIt has been seen that men hardly apply moisturiser as they feel it will make their skin oilier By not applying moisturiser they are actually making their skin more harsh and uneven So make sure that you are applying moisturiser every time you wash your face The moisturiser holds water near your skin giving you that glowing skin treatment Excess moisture reduces wrinkles too It simplifies the effects of dry skin and can make the skin look smoother softer and better Moisturising creams are actually the middle ground between oily ointments like petroleum jelly and watery lotionsStepping out for errands and social engagements during festive season is the norm What can be done to minimise the impact of UV raysConsume food that has antioxidants Itrsquos highly recommended that one should apply SPF every two hours regardless of the season and timeHow does food impact skin Itrsquos crucial to check whats on your plate From the fight against free radicals to smooth fine lines some foods are full of the beauty of glowing skin Our eating pattern matters a lot when it comes to skincare In a nutshell our plate should have more fruits and vegetables We need to cut down on sugar and salt and choose whole foods over processed ones Flaxseeds kiwi avocado spinach and yogurt are some of the food items that can do wonders for your skin Since the festive season is all about eating oily food you can drink green tea or herbal tea to detox your bodyDiwali is a time of indulgence when people dig into sweets and fried food How can men treat and avoid acne breakouts during the festive seasonHygiene is important as is control of food substances Cutting out anything inflammatory like sugar and dairy may help but some people react to eggs and chicken too You need to find what is flaring up your acne Using the correct face wash is very important Make sure that your face is super clean Use salicylic acid benzoyl peroxide or glycolic acid ndash these ingredients in a face wash can dry the acne externallyWith Diwali parties in full swing many lose out on sleep and consume alcohol which may cause puffy eyes What is the best way to treat puffy eyes The easiest way to help fight puffy eyes is to apply a cold compress Use a cold washcloth and put it under your eyes while putting gentle pressure for a few minutes Using cucumber slices on your eyes also helps or simply dunk your face in a bowl full of ice for a few minutesWhich is the easiest DIY face mask that men can useFace masks can hydrate your skin remove the dirt and help in improving the pores of the skin Honey face masks are good for scars and dark spots Itrsquos also extremely easy to make You just need two teaspoons of raw honey and 12 teaspoon of lemon juice Combine the lemon juice and honey and apply the mixture to your face Allow it to sit for 20 to 30 minutes and then rinse it with water Apply this mask 1 to 2 times per week for the reduction of scars and dark spots and welcome glowing skinAre there any minimal aesthetic treatments that men can opt for to give an instant glow to the skin from withinIn order to enhance the elasticity of the skin one can opt for Profhilo It is an injectable skin remodelling treatment containing one of the highest concentrations of Hyaluronic Acid HA The slow release of HA stimulates the production of collagen and elastin in turn improving skin tone hydration and the appearance of fine lines Even the ClearLift skin treatment refreshes the skin and smoothes out fine lines This procedure is equally effective in highly sensitive areas of skin such as around the eyes neck and decollete which are typically prone to pain and scarring with this type of laser treatmentMany men in their mid20s30s dont realise their skin is changing how can men adapt to these changesSkin changes with age and so should your skincare routine Washing your face twice a day with face wash is highly recommended One should start using serums in their routine which have ingredients like hyaluronic acid and retinol as these ingredients help with fighting premature ageing Sunscreen and under eye creams are also an important part of the skincare routine and thus should be included on a daily basis Vitamin C should also be included in the skincare routine as it helps in controlling unstable oxygen moleculesAlso Read Diwali 2021 What the five days of the festival of lights stand for