Yes. Hot water strips the skin of its natural oils. Opt for short, lukewarm showers and apply moisturizer immediately afterward to lock in hydration.
Yes, if they contain proven ingredients like retinol, vitamin C, or peptides. Men should focus on the ingredient list, not the marketing, and choose textures that feel comfortable on their skin.
Use your ring finger (it applies the least pressure) and gently pat the product along the orbital bone, from the inner corner outwards. Avoid rubbing or tugging the skin.
Melasma is deeper and triggered by hormones and heat. It requires a more careful approach with ingredients like azelaic acid and tranexamic acid, alongside strict sun protection.