Like it or loathe it, some men wear make-up. Sometimes it is for fun, sometimes it’s almost necessary – whether it’s covering up unsightly bags before or after a night out, or, in a more serious scenario, covering up scars to give you confidence. Following the years of metrosexuality there is an apparent trend where men are returning to be ‘real men’. However, this trend is contradicted by the rise in sales and wealth of make-up products on the market, from concealers to bronzing powders. So So Gay has taken a look at some of the best products to help those that will help you look like a natural male beauty rather than a tangerine queen.
Yves Saint Laurent
First up is Yves Saint Laurent’s Touche Eclat pour Homme from their L’Homme range (Selfridges – £24.50), a light concealer for the eyes which not only covers unsightly bags but also illuminates, providing amazing coverage without being greasy. A must for the overworked or those who enjoy a good party and don’t want to wear the signs on their face. It has been a staple in women’s daily routines for many years and now thankfully they have repackaged it for men, not that it ever stopped any guys desperate for cover up whipping out the gold wand in a time of need.
Jean Paul Gaultier
If you require more of an all over cover up solution then Jean Paul Gaultier’s Monsieur Range bronzing powder is a must (Boots - £30.65). Giving naturally bronzed all over coverage, the light powder contains reflective pigments that help even out the complexion leaving a smooth, even finish. Be sure to cover your neck and decolletage that is on show, otherwise you’ll run the risk of a make-up ‘tide line’ if you aren’t naturally tanned elsewhere.
Keromask Range
For something offering a bit more cover then try the Keromask range (Keromask.com – From £15), originally developed for use by the Red Cross to cover up war wounds and skin disorders in poverty stricken countries. Unfortunately, from time to time accidents happen and although many people might choose to wear their scars with pride, for some confidence can be knocked and they might feel they need a solution to cover the marks. This range includes a some great products, one of which is a plain uncoloured powder which covers rosacea extremely well.
Whatever your requirements there is a product for you. If you want to cover up blemishes or even out your skin tone then there are plenty of products out there to give you the result you require. Male skin is different in many ways from female skin, so try to invest in something designed specifically for your skin type – otherwise you may end up with your make-up running down your face at the worst possible moment.
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