How to choose and how to use your anti-aging cream

As we have already explained in other articles, men's skin has specific characteristics , which make the facial aging process, in general, in men different from that of women.

Men's skin is usually thicker and produces more sebum than women's. For this reason, and for other hormonal reasons, wrinkles and other signs of facial aging usually appear later in men's skin than in women.

However, men's skin ages more quickly . That is why prevention is so important in facial care to delay the appearance of wrinkles and facial aging as much as possible .

In this sense, the use of an anti-aging cream is very important . But as there are many doubts and questions related to the use of an anti-wrinkle cream on men's skin , in this article we give you the answers and advice necessary for you to know how to take advantage of your anti-aging cream , enjoy its benefits and improve your facial appearance .

In any case, if you have any further questions regarding the use of an anti-aging cream , please feel free to leave your comments, doubts or questions below. We will be happy to answer you in the comments and will continue to expand this article with more answers.

At what age should I start using an anti-aging cream ?

One of the most frequently asked questions we get is at what age you should start using an anti-wrinkle cream . Our answer is to start using an anti-aging cream as soon as possible . It goes without saying that the best treatment is good prevention! 😉

It is much easier to prevent the appearance of wrinkles , or to treat existing ones so that they do not become larger, than to remove them completely, which is always complicated.

So if I'm only 18, can I use an anti-aging cream ?

Yes , it is always better to start using an anti-aging cream before wrinkles appear , as a prevention.

If you are reading this article and you are over 18, you should know that you can start using an anti-aging cream . However, it is important that you choose a texture that suits your skin type .

Keep reading below, where we explain the type of texture that best suits your skin type.

What type of anti-wrinkle cream should I choose for my skin type?

To choose a good anti-aging cream , you must take into account two factors:

Composition or ingredients
Texture

On the one hand, its composition or ingredients, and on the other hand, its texture .

1. The first essential factor when choosing my anti-aging cream:

As for its composition or ingredients, our recommendation is that you only use a facial cream that is formulated without petroleum-derived oils such as paraffins, silicones, Vaseline, etc.

These petroleum-derived oils are used in almost all cosmetic brands today, because they are very cheap ingredients for the manufacturer, but they are not suitable for your skin , as they firstly create an occlusive layer and this means that they do not let your skin breathe. This is not healthy, and can result in the appearance of comedones (pimples or acne ).

In addition, as a consequence of this occlusive layer, your skin's own moisture will rise to the upper layers of your skin , causing dehydration in the lower layers . And as you well know, if you want to prevent skin aging and the appearance of wrinkles, you should not let your skin dry out, as good hydration is essential for the health of your skin.

Petroleum-derived oils do not allow the active ingredients in this anti-wrinkle cream to penetrate properly. In our Anti-Stress facial cream , instead of using petroleum-derived oils, we use only vegetable oils (i.e. oils derived from plants), whose fatty acids are more similar to the fatty acids of our skin, allowing the absorption of the cream's active ingredients to be greater, and therefore making our anti-wrinkle cream not only a natural anti-aging cream but also a more effective anti-wrinkle cream than conventional brand creams.

Furthermore, the vegetable oils used in our anti-aging cream are in themselves great active ingredients, since these vegetable oils contain vitamins, proteins, phytosterols, amino acids , etc. The vegetable oils we use are cold-pressed to maintain all their properties intact.

On the other hand, petroleum-derived oils used by conventional (non-natural) cosmetic brands are inert oils, as they are by-products of petroleum refining (petroleum is refined to turn it into gasoline, diesel, and other fuels). The word "inert" means "without life" because they do not have any active ingredients for your skin.

2. The second essential factor when choosing my anti-aging cream :

The second vital factor is to choose an anti-aging cream that has the right texture for your skin type.

To know what type of texture best suits your skin type, the first thing you need to know is what type of skin you have . We can classify skin types into 4 biotypes, from the highest to the lowest level of oil secretion:

If you don't know how to recognize your skin type, we recommend this article with questions and answers so you can learn to recognize what type of skin you have.

You can also take our skin test to get a personalized facial routine .

Anti-wrinkle cream for oily skin

For combination skin or oily skin , under normal conditions, we recommend a gel texture , such as our Anti-Stress Gel .

Anti-aging cream for dry skin

For normal skin type or dry skin , under normal conditions, we recommend a texture like that of our Anti-Stess Cream .

However, you should also take into account the weather conditions in your place of residence. The climate in which we live also affects our skin.

If you live in a climate with very marked seasons, we recommend using our gel texture during the hot or summer seasons , and our cream texture during the cold or winter seasons.

Can I then combine an anti-wrinkle gel in summer with an anti-wrinkle cream in winter?

Of course you can. In fact, we recommend combining both textures if you have combination skin (which is what is known as “a little oily”), and if you have normal skin.

If you have very oily skin , then it is better to use our anti-aging gel all year round.

If you have very dry skin , then it is better to use our anti-aging cream all year round.

How should I apply my anti-aging cream?

For a correct application of your anti-wrinkle cream, it is best to apply the dispenser on the tip of your index finger and apply the desired amount to three points on your face. It is recommended to apply it in the T zone, that is, on both cheeks and on the forehead.

Once you have applied the cream to the 3 points of your face, start spreading it with your fingertips in a circular motion all over your face . If your skin absorbs it too quickly, it is a sign that your skin is dehydrated and needs extra hydration , so do not hesitate to repeat the application with a little more cream.

Gently massage in a circular motion as you spread the cream until it is fully absorbed. You will see that both our Anti-Stress Gel and Anti-Stress Cream leave your skin completely matte , that is, without shine, and without the feeling of oily or sticky skin. This is a sign that it is a good anti-aging cream formulated for men's skin .

How often should I apply my anti-aging cream ?

We recommend that the anti-wrinkle cream be applied twice a day, in the morning and at night. Ideally, the cream should always be applied after cleansing the face .

If you shower in the morning, we recommend that you use your shower gel on your body and your shampoo on your hair, but do not use a conventional soap or shower gel on your face , as they may contain sulphates or a pH that is too aggressive for the face.

We recommend that once you have left the shower, you wash your face with our Extra Gent's facial cleanser, which is sulfate-free and has a pH of 5.5 .

After washing your face, you can apply a toner like our Cool Splash , ideal as a facial revitalizer, or directly our anti-aging cream , either in gel or cream format depending on your skin type.

If you shower at night, then we recommend following the same routine recommended above with facial cleansing + applying anti-aging cream . The only difference is that you should do the facial cleansing after showering at night and then you can proceed to apply your anti-aging cream .

In any case, if you shower in the morning, do not forget to cleanse your face in the evening before applying your anti-aging cream . And if you shower in the evening, do not forget to wash your face when you wake up, and before applying your anti-aging cream .

To make your facial care routine easier, we recommend that you combine it with your oral hygiene. Just as you brush your teeth twice a day, you should take care of your skin by cleansing and moisturizing it with a good anti-aging cream twice a day.

Should I use my anti-aging cream every day? How many times a day?

You definitely need to use your anti-aging cream every day . Just as you eat every day and wash every day, you should also “feed” your skin with an anti-aging cream every day. This way, you will always keep your skin well hydrated , a key aspect to avoid the appearance of wrinkles . Our anti-aging cream will also provide you with the necessary nutrients for the cellular regeneration of your skin, as well as to maintain its firmness and elasticity, key aspects to maintain and thus avoid premature aging.

Twice a day?

And just as you should cleanse your face twice a day to remove toxins from your skin, as well as the pollution that builds up, it is vitally important to moisturize your skin with a good anti-aging cream after cleansing your face.

Ideally, you should perform the facial cleansing process with a specific facial cleanser (without sulfates and with pH 5), in the morning and at night. You can associate this facial cleansing process with your oral hygiene process. This way, it will be easier for you to remember to clean your face every morning and every night , in the same way that you brush your teeth.

And remember, after cleansing your face, you should always moisturize your skin .

Anti-aging Cream for Men