Skincare for Dads: Why Men Deserve Great Skin Too This Father’s Day

When it comes to choosing a Father’s Day gift, wallets, watches, and gadgets are usually the first things that come to mind. While these are great options, there’s one less common gift that many dads can truly benefit from: skincare. Although it’s often marketed toward women, skincare is just as important for men, especially as they get older.

If you’re looking for a unique and thoughtful gift idea, consider helping Dad upgrade his skincare routine. Read on to discover why fathers deserve a little extra self-care, plus a few aesthetic treatment recommendations from Cutis Medical Laser Clinics and Sanctuary by Cutis that can help them look and feel their best.

Why dads need skincare too

1. Aging affects everyone

Although most skincare and aesthetic treatments are marketed toward women, wrinkles, sunspots, and other signs of aging don’t discriminate. Men might seem to age slower (because of thicker skin and higher collagen density), but they are more prone to deep-set wrinkles, especially with minimal to no skincare routine.

• Delayed onset, rapid progression of skin aging, which means signs of aging appear later, but once they start, they progress more quickly. 
• Many men experience sagging skin combined with eye area concerns, such as puffiness and dark circles, that make them look exhausted.
• Wrinkles occur later but when they appear (on the forehead, brows, and around the eyes), they are deeply grooved. 

2. Male skin is different 

Men’s skin differs significantly from women’s in terms of thickness, sebum production, collagen levels, and other factors. Below is a brief rundown of the key differences:

• Men’s skin is about 20 to 25% thicker than women, which is why they develop fewer lines. Men, however, are more prone to having deep wrinkles in the face due to repetitive facial expressions.
• Men have more active sebaceous glands, leading to more prominent pores, as well as a higher risk of clogged pores and breakouts. This is also the reason why men’s skin looks oilier than the opposite sex. Their sebum levels, furthermore, remain the same after the age of 80.
• Male’s skin has a higher collagen density than women, which is why they age more slowly initially. More collagen can lead to a more robust and younger skin appearance. A lot of men, however, don’t care about sun exposure and having a proper skincare regimen.  
• Men have tougher and rougher skin texture, due to frequent shaving. As this habit also removes the topmost layer of skin cells, it increases the risk of irritation and exposure to environmental aggressors. Razor-related problems can also be an issue, including nicks, cuts, and ingrown hairs.

For further reading:Male and Female Skin: What’s the Difference?

3. Self-care is not vanity

While self-care is sometimes seen as vanity, it is important for overall well-being and life satisfaction. A simple skincare routine, in fact, can go a long way in boosting how a person feels about themselves, especially in professional or social settings. And just like women, men deserve to feel refreshed, confident, and empowered too. 

Self-care in can take in many forms, such as:

• Regular exercising
• Investing in skincare
• Meditation
• Healthy eating
• Getting enough sleep
• Taking a break when you need to
• Pursuing hobbies or activities you enjoy
• Spending time with friends and family

How Cutis and Sanctuary can help

Apart from building a simple skincare routine, dads can also benefit from aesthetic treatments that can make them feel confident about themselves. Some procedures worth considering include:  

• HydraFacial – a multi-step facial that involves cleansing, exfoliating, hydrating, and nourishing the skin. It offers immediate improvements in skin tone, texture, and radiance without downtime. 
• Chemical peels – this removes dead skin layers, revealing smoother, radiant skin underneath. They can also improve acne scars, age spots, and sun damaged skin. 
• Injectables – for dads with prominent wrinkles and folds, botulinum toxin and dermal fillers in Singapore can help give them a refreshed, energized, and more confident look. 
• Laser skin rejuvenation – this gently heats the dermis to target redness, wrinkles, enlarged pores, spider veins, and uneven skin tone. It also stimulates collagen production to make the skin appear smoother and refined.
• Ultherapy – uses microfocused ultrasound with visualization (MFU-V) to lift and tighten sagging skin. It can target areas such as the neck, jawline, chin, and brow. And as Ultherapy in Singapore is non-invasive and has no downtime, dads can return to their daily routines without interruption. 
• CoolSculpting Elite – uses fat freezing or controlled cooling to target stubborn fats that are resistant to diet and exercise. It can reduce fat in the abdomen, thighs, arms, back, and under the chin. 

Go beyond the usual Father’s Day gifts with skincare and treatments tailored for dads. Contact us via WhatsApp at +65 9780 2079 to learn more or book an appointment.