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Men need to be aware of skin care

Skin care is not just a woman's domain when it comes to long term skin health. Men need to be aware of the various products and methods that are required to prevent against skin damage and skin cancer. Many spas are now offering skin care regimes targeted specifically at men, but with a bit of research and dedication it is easy to create your own regime at home.

First it is best to find a line of skin care products that are not too harsh on the skin. So many products that are available for men are filled with heavy scents and harsh astringents. Men's skin, especially in the neck are, is every bit as sensitive as a woman's skin. A good shaving gel and a clean sharp blade are the best way to begin skin care. Next follow up with a good sunblock with at least an SPF factor of 15. Men of all ages need to be aware of sun protection. Skin care diagnoses outnumber those of prostate and lung cancer. Moisturizing the male skin is as important as shaving. Many moisturizers also contain sunscreen, making this step an easy combination with sun protection. Exfoliating the skin is also a must for men. Many men shy away from this step, thinking it to be far to feminine for them. However, by sloughing off the dead skin cells to promote new cell growth many precancerous cells are removed from the face. While shaving is a natural exfoliant for the face, the neck area still needs to be addressed.

A skin care regime need not be expensive or time consuming, but a daily commitment to it is every bit as important for a man as it is a woman.

Fighting cancer with lip balm

There are small steps that each of us can--and should--take to avoid cancer, such as this one, recommended by That's Fit: Buy lip gloss with SPF 15 or higher. Lip gloss with sun-protecting qualities can help prevent lip cancer. I carry chap stick with SPF 15 everywhere and I find it really hand for days when I find myself unexpectedly outside -- I dab some on my nose for added protection. Sure, I can't apply lip gloss to my should, arms and legs, but it's better than nothing, right?

Another tip: use make up or moisturizer with SPF 15 too. You won't even notice you're putting on sunscreen!

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