It is no little known fact that most men would rate skin care near the bottom of their priority lists. This may be for numerous reasons-they feel as if it takes too much time, they cannot be bothered, or they simply do not have the knowledge of where to start, nor do they care.

Acne is a very common skin problem that affects all of us at one point or another. Teenagers are normally plagued with this skin problem, as acne is usually a result of hormonal changes in the body. That being said, some people get acne periodically throughout their life and it can even affect those that are in their fifties.

Harsh winds and colds spells in the winter can cause dry, irritated skin which can be hard to manage. Here are a few tips to keep your skin vibrant and healthy even during the colder winter months.

Your skin is not only the largest organ in your body; it is one of the most important ones. It plays a huge part in your senses and excretion as well as regulates your body temperature, and supplies oxygen and nutrients to the rest of your body.

If you read the last posting, you'll know some of the myths surrounding acne.  Here we are going to talk about some of the things you can do to help control acne.

Tip #1 - Wash with warm water, rinse with cold. If you use warm water to wash, it will open up your pores allowing you to clean out any dirt, old skin cells and the acne causing bacteria known as propionbacteria acnes.  After you wash, use cold water to rinse your face and close the pores.  You will notice your skin feels tighter and smoother.  With closed pores you have less risk of future clogging and hence less risk of acne developing. Remember - don't use soap - use a gentle cleanser .