HOW SPORTY MEN CAN TAKE CARE OF THEIR SKIN

A regular skincare routine is a must for every man. It’s more important, however, for those who love sports. Sporty men sweat a lot and spend a lot of time outdoors. With exposure to the heat of the sun, among other things, the skin can easily get damaged. With that, this post will tackle some of the best things that can be done to take care of your skin.

Use a Razor Bump Cream

A lot of sporty men tend to have rough skin. For some, this is aggravated by the presence of razor bumps. To prevent the latter, one thing that can be done is to use a razor bump removal cream, such as the one that you can find at Frederick Benjamin. The latter will soothe and moisturize the skin, which will minimize the likelihood that you will end up suffering from razor burns.

The razor bump cream from Frederick Benjamin can prove to be a good choice because it’s made of natural botanicals and not harsh chemicals.

 Make Sunscreen your Best Friend

If you spend a lot of time training and playing outdoors, there is perhaps no other skincare product that is as important as a sunscreen. You should be careful in your selection of which product to choose, making sure that it has the prerequisites to provide the protection that your skin needs. For instance, according to the American Academy of Dermatology, the minimum SPF for sunscreen should be 30, which means that it will be able to screen up to 97% of UVB rays.

Cover Up

According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, another good way by which it will be possible for athletes to take care of their skin is through having the right cover. Use fabrics that are tightly-woven or dark-colored. Look for clothes with Ultraviolet Protection Factor of at least 30. It will also be good to wear a visor or a cap to provide shade on your face. Also, consider wearing sunglasses that will block UV rays.

All about Timing

To take care of your skin while enjoying the sport that you love, it’s also best to choose the right time to be outdoors. As experts would suggest, if you have to do outdoor training, make sure that you do not do it between 10 am to 4 pm. Such is the time when the sun is at its peak, and hence, it can do the most damage to your skin. If you have to practice or play, do it early in the morning or late in the afternoon. This will also provide you with more energy and hydration compared to doing so when the sun is at its most glorious state.

A lot of men love being sporty, spending most of their time outdoors. Yes, it’s fun and good for your health. However, it can be bad for your skin. To prevent serious skin damages, keep in mind the things that have been mentioned above.

NYFW SS18 | CUSTO BARCELONA

We're always fans of the looks that come from the Custo Barcelona show that took place today during NYFW. Whether it's mesh pieces, metallics, or other fabrications - it's always a head turner for their men's and women's collections.

AW17 CAMPAIGNS | MCM WORLDWIDE

It's that time of year again when fall campaigns begin emerging and MCM WorldWide is showcasing some of their key pieces this season for men and women in accessories, shoes and select apparel.

HOMME GARDEN

Plants have always been of interest to have within your home or office space whether they're flowers, succulents, etc. We sat down with Caroline Bailly, owner of L'Atelier Rouge to find out how to create the perfect arrangement as well as how they are the perfect gift for men whether's it for your boyfriend, Father's Day or just because! 

ATHLEISURE MAG: Have you always been interested in flowers - what is your background in the floral industry?  

CAROLINE BAILLY:  Yes my Mom was a botanic specialist in France and flowers have always been part of my life. Even though I have a food and beverage background through the course of my career, I was hired as Events Director by the famed Olivier Giugni who was a wonderful floral mentor and taught me a lot.

AM: When did you launch L'Atelier Rouge?  

CB: In March, 2010.

AM: How can we create the perfect floral arrangement?   

CB: When you design a floral arrangement I feel that emotions are very important and you want to share / create a story when designing.

AM: What kinds of flowers should we always have on hand?   

CB: I feel like answering all of them! This is a challenging question as I feel that there is always a certain flower for a specific purpose and the message you want to send. (i.e. Peonies are soft / sweet and delicate. Calla lillies are more structured and clean.) So to keep it simple you would want to have different sizes of heads, different textures and at least 3 colors to add more depth to your designs. Right now, I would say that I always want to have some proteas / peonies / roses / sweetpeas and orchids on hand. 

AM: Succulents seem to be a popular trend - what is it about them that are making them have such a moment?

CB: I think that the beauty of succulents is that they do last and add texture and muted colors to your home. They do not need a lot of maintenance and you do not need to be a floral expert to have fun with them. 

Arrangements created by L' Atelier Rouge's Head of Floral Design, Takaya Sato

AM: When it comes to florals, and men, how can we choose an arrangement that is perfect for them?    

CB: For me a more masculine arrangement is structured, geometrical and not overly colorful. Ornithogalum / Calla Lillies / Lady Slippers / Tulips and exotic flowers such as anthurium are my recommendations.

AM: Are flowers an appropriate gift for Father's Day and what do you suggest?   

CB: Totally, I love the idea of offering a plant such as an interesting agave as an alternative to succulents or a creative orchid garden for the office as a father's day gift. 

AM: What are popular florals that are perfect for the summer?   

CB: Sunflowers / daisies / chamomille and dahlias are some of my Summer favorites. 

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