Best Blemish Skincare Products For Men: Debunking Common Acne Myths For Men's Skin
Despite being debunked by skincare experts and dermatologists, many men suffer from acne and blemishes in silence, believing that blemish skincare isn’t made for their skin type, or that it's just reserved for women's skin. Today, we’re here to debunk the myths and bust the stigma surrounding skincare for men. Come and discover the best blemish skincare products and give your skin, as well as your confidence, a boost.
Rounding up some of our favourite skincare that works just as well on men’s skin as it does on women’s, we’re sharing what we think is the best moisturiser for blemish-prone skin, along with shine-banishing skincare for oily skin. Plus, we're talking about the unisex blemish treatment that soothes and clarifies your complexion, helping to boost your confidence and leave your face flawless. Â
Myth 1: Men Don’t Need Skincare Products
There’s an archaic belief that men’s skin is tougher and less prone to damage than women’s skin and as such won’t be susceptible to sun damage, ageing, acne, or blemishes. This is not true, and all skin is at risk if not protected or nurtured effectively. Â
Heliocare 360 Gel Oil-Free SPF50
Keeping acne-prone skin safe in the sun without exacerbating skin conditions, this high-protecting Heliocare 360 Gel Oil-Free SPF 50 is enriched with anti-bacterial, anti-microbial and sebum-controlling technology, drying invisibly to defend against UV rays while minimising skin flareups.
Myth 2: Men Should Only Use ‘Manly’ Products
Regardless of scent or packaging, many products targeted specifically at women are in fact brimming with skin-soothing ingredients and formulas that calm and protect a range of skin concerns. Male-orientated products often contain fragrances or colourings to make them appear more masculine, but these can be aggravating on sensitive, blemish-prone skin, exacerbating breakouts and flare-ups.
[coat]s Purifying Hydrating Clay Cleanser 150ml
Gentle, clarifying, and protecting, this daily use glycolic acid, salicylic acid, and kaolin clay-enriched [coat]s Purifying Hydrating Clay Cleanser removes dirt, excess oil, and impurities from your skin, soothing and hydrating irritated skin to prevent breakouts and protect your skin’s barrier.
Myth 3: Men Don’t Get Acne
Often caused by hormonal imbalances, bacteria, and inflammation, acne can impact everyone, whether they are male or female, and should be treated accordingly.
Advanced Nutrition Programme Skin Accumax 60 Capsules
Soothing your skin from the inside out, these Advanced Nutrition Programme Skin Accumax 60 Capsules are perfect for using alongside your everyday skincare, the active ingredients working to clear problematic skin and boost skin health.
Myth 4: Men Should Use Harsh Products To Treat Acne
Often advised to combat acne-prone skin with strong, skin-drying skincare, men could actually be making their acne worse, the harsh chemicals stripping the skin of its natural oils. Instead, men should opt for gentle, skin-soothing products formulated with salicylic acid to soothe and calm their skin.
Nip+Fab Teen Skin Fix Pore Blaster Wash Night
Enriched with antibacterial extracts, antioxidants, salicylic acid, wasabi extract, and tea tree oil, this powerful Nip+Fab Teen Skin Fix Pore Blaster Wash Night blasts impurities from your skin, unclogging your pores to reveal smooth, clear, and fresh skin.
Myth 5: Shaving Causes Acne
While shaving can often irritate already acne-prone skin, it is not the root cause. Keep your skin calm by always using a clean razor and a gentle, non-clogging shaving cream. Â
Elemis Skin Soothe Shave Gel
Infused with jojoba oil and arnica-enriched micro-capsules, this  Elemis Skin Soothe Shave Gel soothes your skin as you shave, the addition of aloe vera, witch hazel, menthol, and chamomile, cooling and calming irritated skin, without irritation.
Myth 6: Men Don’t Need To Moisturise
Men’s skin, like women’s, comes in all kinds of types and textures, from dry and dehydrated, to oily and acne-prone, so choosing the right moisturiser for your skin is crucial to keeping your complexion calm, clear, and radiant. Blemish-prone skin is often caused by excess sebum, so finding a moisturiser that doesn’t clog pores, and controls oiliness is a great way to prevent further skin breakouts.
Q+A Zinc PCA Daily Moisturiser 75ml
Formulated for blemish-prone skin, this Q+A Zinc PCA Daily Moisturiser reduces the appearance of pores, calms blemishes, and regulates sebum production without drying or tightening your skin. Calming, hydrating, and nourishing, this antioxidant-rich moisturiser enhances the brightness of your skin, leaving your complexion fresh and blemish-free.
Myth 7: Men Should Not Exfoliate
Essential for removing dead skin cells and impurities from all skin types, regardless of gender, exfoliation helps to unclog pores and refine the surface of your skin, clearing, balancing, and smoothing blemish-prone skin to leave it radiant. Â
Biretix Micropeel
Developed to clear oily and spot-prone skin, this Biretix Micropeel is formulated with physical botanical exfoliants and willow bark extract to effectively unblock your pores, remove dead skin cells, and eliminate impurities.
Enriched with niacinamide, chamomile flower extract linen flower extract, and bamboo extract, this calming micropeel reduces inflammation and redness to leave your skin clear, calm, and bright.
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An oil-free dry touch sunscreen that’s clinically proven to protect against UVA and UVB.
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Skin Accumax is a skincare supplement from the Advanced Nutrition Programme that addresses all levels of problem skin.
Formulated specifically for blemish-prone, oily, and combination skin, Q+A Zinc PCA Daily Moisturiser contributes crucial hydrating benefits whilst also reducing the appearance of pores, calming blemishes, and controlling oil levels.
Enjoyed busting men’s skincare myths? Stay a while longer and read our latest male-orientated skincare blog, where we share an Easy Three-Step Skincare Routine For Men.
