SiO Skincare Blog

It’s one thing if your skin looks shiny after sweating it out at the gym, but it’s a different story if your face is shiny and oily all day every day. It’s a real bummer, but we get it. A lot of men deal with oily skin. But before you get down about it, get this — oil is an essential component of healthy skin, and actually, oily skin tends...

From shiny rings to manicures and nail polish, we love to make our hands look pretty! But to keep your hands looking their best and feeling their softest, you’ll need more than just your manicure every other week. Extra care for the skin on your hands is a must. You might be familiar with face masks, but you may not have heard of hand masks. Before we tell you what...

If you’re new to the whole men’s eye cream game, you’ve probably done a deep dive into a few magazines or googled “eye bags” and seen some alarming things. Been there.  But it doesn’t take super expensive products or surgery to make your eyes look younger. It just takes some savvy and a small degree of skillful application to become a legit eye-cream pro. Take it from the folks at...

Until recently, my seemingly thorough nighttime skincare routine actually lacked a crucial step. Before bed, I would clean my face with a foaming wash followed by micellar water, apply a vitamin C serum, and finish with a light moisturizer.  A few times a week, I added an extra step or two — a glycolic peel or a clay mask — but the skin under my eyes rarely received any special...

Facials are for celebs, brides, and hormonal teens, right? Well, yeah, but they’re also for men who care about the health and long-term anti-aging benefits of maintaining clean, clear skin.  No matter what age or skin type, putting your skin care into the hands of a pro is not only the new standard for men’s grooming but also a powerful relaxation tool for guys whose days seem to run into...

There’s nothing quite like cleansing your mind and body with a skin detox. It will not only help your skin, but it’s also a great way to center yourself and feel healthier all around. If you’re interested in starting an effective skin detox, then you’re in the right place! In this complete guide to detoxing your skin, the beauty experts at SiO will explain everything you need to know.

Nothing feels better than a good, clean shave — unless that shave is followed up with irritated and inflamed skin that seems to become a breeding ground for a breakout. Unfortunately, an act as simple as shaving can get complicated quickly. Luckily, the experts at SiO are here to provide 20 top shaving tips for men that will help you achieve a smooth, clear, and refreshed-looking face after shaving.

To exfoliate or not to exfoliate? Sure, that’s one question you might be asking. But you may also be wondering what the heck men’s exfoliation is anyway! We’ll skip the part where we compare your skin to sandpaper and cut to the chase — exfoliation is the process of removing dead skin cells from your skin. Men’s exfoliation has a number of benefits. For example, exfoliate regularly and your skin...

Whether you fly on a plane once a year to treat yourself to a much-needed vacation or you’re a travel extraordinaire who essentially lives on a plane, it’s a universal truth that flying (even just once!) can take a major toll on your skin. And for those of us who don’t have the luxury of flying in our private jets while slathered in a face mask (on a commercial flight,...

Do you have rough, cracked, dry hands? We know your pain. You’re a hardworking gal who isn’t afraid of getting down and dirty. You have tons to do and are constantly using your hands to accomplish your many tasks — whether that means a career that involves working with your hands day-in and day-out, carrying your baby from here to there, or just plain doing chores around the house. Having...

Let’s face it, fellas: we all get dry and dehydrated skin sometimes. It may be an annoyance, but it’s not the end of the world. There are plenty of effective ways to prevent and care for the dry and dehydrated skin men hate to see.In this post, the skin care experts at SiO will fill you in on everything you need to know about dry and dehydrated skin in men....

Every woman is different, but there’s one thing that all of us want to know: how to look younger. The effects of aging can be less than flattering and leave you wishing you could turn back the clock. Well, there’s good news and bad news. The bad news first: there aren’t any magical DeLoreans to whisk you away, back into your 20s. Now, here’s the good news: there are lots...