Why People of All Ages and Genders Should Protect Their Skin

Introduction: Skincare is for Everyone

Skincare is not just a trend or a beauty ritual; it is a health practice. Regardless of your gender or age, your skin needs care and protection. Your skin is your body’s largest organ and your first line of defense against the outside world. Here is why everyone should be protecting their skin daily:

1. Your Skin Protects You—Return the Favor

Your skin shields you from:

• Harmful UV rays
• Germs and bacteria
• Pollution and toxins
• Injury and dehydration

 When your skin is healthy, it performs all these functions more effectively. That is why hydrating, cleansing gently, and protecting it from the sun are essential for everyone.

2. Sun Damage Does Not Discriminate

One of the most common causes of skin aging—and skin cancer—is sun exposure.

Did you know?

1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer by age 70, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation.

Whether you are:

• A man who works outdoors
• A teenager who forgets sunscreen at the beach
• A woman who wears makeup with no SPF

Sun damage adds up over time. The solution? Daily sunscreen use, no matter your gender or age.

3. Men Need Skincare Too

There is still a stigma that skincare is for women—but that could not be further from the truth. Men face many of the same skin concerns:

• Shaving irritation
• Breakouts
• Sunburns from outdoor work
• Dry or rough skin

Skincare does not have to be complicated. A simple routine with a cleanser, moisturizer, and SPF is a powerful start.