The Classic Scene
Picture this: You ask a guy what his skincare routine is, and he proudly replies—
“Face wash? Nah bro, I just use the same soap I use for my body. Works fine.”
Sound familiar? Yeah, we’ve all heard it. Maybe you’ve even said it. But here’s the thing—your skin deserves better than a ₹10 soap bar that doubles up for everything from your face to your armpits.
Reality Check: Skin Has No Gender
Skin doesn’t care if you’re a man, woman, or alien—it just wants protection and care. And men’s skin? It has its own quirks:
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20–25% thicker than women’s (yes, science says so).
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Produces more oil, which = more shine + breakouts if ignored.
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Gets a beating from daily shaving (hello, razor burns & irritation).
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Faces just as much pollution, sun damage, and stress as anyone else.
So no, being a guy doesn’t mean you have a natural shield against aging, tanning, or acne. Sorry to break it to you, bro.
Myth: Skincare Is Complicated
Another excuse men love: “Yaar, I don’t have time for 10 steps.”
Good news—you don’t need them. A basic routine = 3 steps, 3 minutes:
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Cleanser → Wash off the dirt, sweat, and pollution.
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Moisturizer → Stop your skin from feeling like the Thar Desert.
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Sunscreen → Protect against UV rays that cause tanning, aging, and spots.
That’s it. Easy. No sheet masks at 2 AM, no 12-step drama.
Shaving ≠ Skincare
Many men think shaving counts as skincare. Hate to disappoint, but dragging a blade across your face every morning doesn’t count. In fact, shaving can strip oils, cause redness, and make your skin cranky.
Think of it like this: You wouldn’t wash your car with sandpaper and call it “detailing,” right? The same logic applies here.
Sunscreen: The Real MVP
Men in India love to flex about being “outdoorsy” or “not scared of a little sun.” Great, but your skin doesn’t think it’s so macho. UV rays don’t care about your gym gains—they’ll still cause pigmentation, tanning, and early wrinkles if you don’t wear sunscreen.
Want to look 25 when you’re 35? Sunscreen is your bro.
The Confidence Factor
Here’s the deal: Skincare isn’t about looking “pretty.” It’s about looking fresh, healthy, and confident.
Think of that job interview, that date, that client meeting. Do you want to show up with dull, oily, irritated skin—or with skin that looks like it got a full night’s sleep (even if you didn’t)?
Final Word: Upgrade from Soap, Bro
Skincare isn’t girly. It isn’t extra. It’s just basic hygiene for your face.
So, should men do skincare? Absolutely. Because strong skin = strong confidence.
And if you’re still unsure where to start, don’t worry—Pepvelle has you covered. Our clean, safe, and effective skincare is designed for all skin types (yep, even the soap-only gang).
✨ One face. One life. Take care of both.