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Make up for men: Five products to get you started

  • By Men's Folio

Cosmetics are often considered taboo in the male domain where a rugged appearance is often preferred over a clean, unsullied look, especially when the former is usually taken to be more masculine and virile, as opposed to the effeminate allure brought about by make-up.

Even though the use of cosmetics can be traced to our early ancestors where natural mineral pigments are used for rituals or customs, the use of make-up in the modern context for males are usually confined to that of the entertainment industry where the prevalence of High-Definition visuals necessitates the use of foundation and blemish-balm creams to rid the actors of any unwanted blemishes.

Korean dramas accomplish this to great effects, with much of the actors’ appeal stemming from the state of their complexion instead of their acting, spawning the craze over Korean cosmetics and the proverbial Blemish Balm creams. While the staunch male might still consider make-up as a violation to age-old codes of being a man, an increasing lot is embracing make-up and its efficacy, especially when it comes to looking better without having to look like you suffer from effects of hormonal imbalances. Here are some products to enhance your features, with enough emphasis to make you look better, but subtle enough to quell speculations about your sexual orientation

1) Human + Kind BB Cream

Provides any sensitive, combination or normal skin with the perfect blend of moisture and warm, sheer colour to help even out skin tone without acting like a foundation. The antioxidant qualities of the natural and organic ingredients help to reduce UV damage and aid in skin repair.

2) Menaji Camo Concealer

Meet the world’s first undetectable jojoba based concealing agent designed for every guy. CAMO is not only easy to use, but is good for your skin. Dermatologist approved, CAMO comes in 3 specially designed formulas: Light, Medium, and bronze. It is hypoallergenic, non-comedegenic and fragrance free.

3) 4VOO enhancing eyeliner

4VOO enhancing eyeliner is a premium quality cosmetic product for men. it comes in a sleek automatic pencil that never needs sharpening and has its very own smudging brush. it is soft and gentle to apply, water-proof, and provides complete coverage in a single application.

4) 4VOO Face and body bronzer

4VOO silk-enriched face and body bronzer is a rich and luxurious men’s product that will create a fabulous immediate tan on all skin types, or deepen and prolong your natural tan while providing a hint of shimmer. pure silk provides sexy smooth natural looking coverage.

5) Clinique Men Dark Spot Corrector

Formulated for men’s skin, this powerful serum works to reduce the appearance of sun spots, dark spots, and acne scars, resulting in even, more youthful-looking skin. In just 4 weeks, see less of dark spots, more even-looking skin. In just 12 weeks, skin feels smoother with a significant improvement in dark spots, texture, and skintone, while ingrown hairs become less frequent and severe. Another plus: tests showed it also helps reduce ingrown hairs.