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I think it’s safe to say that most of us now have a touch of metrosexuality in our veins.  Whether you wear lip balm, get “pedis,” or watch Sex and the City by yourself, there’s practically nothing you can do to avoid this stigma anymore.  So why not embrace it by introducing a skincare regimen into your routine?  It’s easy, and the ladies will love you.  Think Axe Body Spray commercial without the lethal fumes and crippling hangover after application.

*Now, this is a very basic rundown, as there is a myriad of products out there for your ugly mug. But for our purposes, basic = good. If you're serious about it, though, you should research a little on your own. Primarily, find out what skin type you were blessed (cursed?) with, so that you can get products that are more suited to your needs.  Everything you need can be found on MenEssentials (products, guides, etc.).

In the world of facial health, there is a holy trinity: cleanse, tone, moisturize. Add these three simple steps to your morning routine and you'll be set.

1) Cleanse

Duh. This is the simplest of all the steps, and you probably already do it anyway. The key here is choosing the right soap for your face. You don't want something that's too drying and strips away essential oils, but you also don't want your face glistening like a tub of baby oil at Covergirls on fight night. Balance is key. The Glycerin Cleansing Bar from Anthony Logistics is a good place to start.

2) Tone

Few guys are familiar with this one.  Toning takes cleansing one step further by removing the dirt and build-up that mere soap can’t tackle while evening out the complexion.  Apply toner after shaving to get rid of that excess goo your shaving cream and razor leave behind.  It’s also important to strike the proper balance here.  Look for something that suits your skin type (i.e. for sensitive skin, oily skin, dry skin, etc.). Try Sharps’ Daily Prep Skin Tuner.

3) Moisturize

This one’s the kicker.  It’s the one that scared me the most, since I have relatively oily skin, but turns out it’s the most important.  A proper moisturizer will keep your face looking youthful by attacking wrinkles and protecting it from other harmful crap.  The Oil Free Moisterizer from Baxter of California is just what the doctor ordered.

From here you can add other products and steps at your discretion.  Throw in a good face scrub twice a week (a personal favorite is the Face Buff Energizing Scrub by Jack Black), or use a clear shaving gel that won’t clog your pores and allows you to actually see the hair you’re shaving.  The possibilities really are endless.