The Secret to a Man's Healthy Skin

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Last weekend while my husband and I were at Marshall's Dept Store, I stumbled across something disturbing.

The men's department shelves were spattered with a mishmash of products and out of the corner of my eye, I happened to see a set of men's face washing cloths. Of course my curiosity was peaked and I had to take a closer look.

I knew right away something was terribly wrong when I could see the coarse bristles poking out about 1/4 inch from the cloth. And then I went in for the feel. I won't lie, I gasped out loud. Was this product supposed to be in the kitchen section? For scrubbing charred bits of burned drippings from a Thanksgiving Day turkey pan?

This cannot be real. Who in their right mind would wash their face with something that is clearly so abrasive it could scrub the skin right off your face?

I'm not a brand basher, so I won't be sharing the product name, but for the love of all that is holy, men, PLEASE wash your face with a soft washcloth, and not something that can be mistaken for a kitchen pan scrubber.

WHAT REALLY HAPPENS WHEN YOU SCRUB YOUR FACE?

When you wash your face too harshly, it can actually damage the skin by creating tiny tears in your skin. These microscopic "cuts" in your skin let moisture out and bacteria in. This can cause skin to become red, irritated, inflamed, break-out and cause damage you may not see for years.

To keep skin healthy and maintain it's health, it is important to wash your face gently with a soft, clean washcloth at least 2ce a day and after a good sweat. This allows impurities to be washed away from the skin and not sit on the skin's surface to clog pores and cause break-outs.

DON'T MEN NEED TO EXFOLIATE THEIR FACES?

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Due to shaving coarse facial hair, many men seek mechanical exfoliation as a means to prevent ingrown hairs.

It is recommended to speak with a skincare specialist to see what type of exfoliating is necessary and safe for your skin type so you don't damage your skin. You can also opt for gentle pre-shaving tips to help your skin tolerate shaving a bit better such as pre-shave-showering, laying a soft, warm washcloth over your face to soften facial hairs before shaving, or using a gentle cream or pre-shave oil.

According to the American Academy of Dermatology, exfoliation (the mechanical or chemical means of removing dead skin cells off the outside layer of your skin) can help the appearance of skin and allow skin care products to penetrate more deeply, but it's important to know what type of exfoliation is appropriate for your skin type because it can actually harm your skin if it is not done safely and correctly.

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WHY MEN SHOULD WASH THEIR FACES EVERY DAY WITH A SOFT WASHCLOTH

The secret to healthy skin is consistent, gentle care. How we treat our skin matters. What we put on our skin matters. How we touch it matters. How we protect it and prevent damage to it matters.

Harsh textures cause damage. And damage can cause any number of problems such as inflammation, irritation, redness, acne, pre-mature aging and consequences you may not see for years. Gentle is always better and Fairface Washcloths are the best washcloths for keeping your skin healthy and free from the damage harsh textures can cause to your skin. The soothing thick layers of soft flannel cleanse gently, without causing damage or irritation to the skin. There's nothing better for your face.

THE BEST WASHCLOTHS FOR GENTLE CLEANSING

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Fairface Washcloths are available in 3 unique styles: Delicates, Originals, and Darks.

Right now, through our etsy shop, get 15% off Fairface Dark Washcloths, the ultimate soft, black face cloths for sensitive skin. CLICK HERE TO GRAB A SET FOR YOURSELF.
You'll be glad you did.