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Welcome Back to Disco!
Disco is back! We're excited to reconnect with you and share how our NYC-based team is committed to delivering the quality skincare you love. Discover our new chapter and how we're putting you first.
5 Tips for Getting Rid of Skin Redness
The first step in tackling redness is to determine what could be causing the problem. Skin redness is much more common than one may think, and with a proper skincare routine in place, you can begin to get rid of it in no time.
How to Get Clear Skin for Men
Managing bumps, breakouts, or skin irritation can be challenging. Here at Disco, we are committed to providing skincare solutions specifically optimized for men’s skin. As guys, we know how frustrating it can be to deal with unexpected breakouts, and the desire to have clear, calm skin. So we created the ultimate guide for getting clear skin through topical skincare and healthy skincare practices.
Why You Should Use a Clay Mask for Oily and Acne-Prone Skin
The best way to treat oily or acne-prone skin is to regularly use a face mask. In particular, clay face masks work by harnessing all-natural ingredients like Bentonite Clay and Charcoal to detoxify pores and calm the complexion.
How to Prevent Ingrown Hairs for Men: The Proper Skincare Routine for Shaving
One of the worst side effects of shaving is the unexpected ingrown hair: a painful and unsightly bump that takes just about forever to heal! So what are ingrown hairs, and how can you avoid them? We’ll explore the proper shaving routine so that you can avoid those ingrown hairs, shaving pimples, and razor burn for clear and calm skin.
The Best Antioxidants for Skin
Antioxidants are key to preventing premature aging by protecting the skin from free radicals. Antioxidants go to work for your skin by protecting against UV damage, calming inflammation, and reversing the visible signs of aging.
Healthy Skincare Routine: 10 Skincare Hacks for Men
Practicing a healthy skincare routine goes above and beyond using topical products that you apply in the bathroom: it’s about practicing healthy habits for your physical and mental wellbeing every day.
Why You Should Use a Face Mask for Men
With just a simple, 20 minute face mask a week, your skin will be on its way to happier, calmer, and more vibrant days. Face masks formulated for men's skin can help absorb excess oil, calm puffiness and inflammation, and help treat and prevent acne breakouts and blemishes.
The 5 Best Face Sunscreens for Men
These are the best ingredients to have in a face sunscreen. At Disco, we take all-natural ingredients very seriously, and these will ensure that your skin is being protected while avoiding skin irritation, redness, inflammation, and sunburns.
The 5 Best Body Washes for Men
If you’re struggling with body acne, irritation, redness, and dry skin after the shower – it’s time you make a switch to an all-natural, nourishing body wash specifically formulated for men. Whether you prefer night or morning showers, or you have dry or oily skin, we’ve got the top 5 best ingredients for body washes for men.
How to Balance the Moisture Barrier of the Skin
The moisture barrier is the first line of defense for the skin. It keeps pollutants, dirt, and bacteria out, and keeps hydration and moisture within the skin. It can become compromised and damaged by dehydration, but we'll walk you through exactly how to restore balance to the skin barrier.
Why Sunscreen Is Important
Sunscreen is important to apply every day because it protects the skin from the harmful effects of sun exposure, the UV broad spectrum, and even damaging light emitted from phone and computer screens. Furthermore, it can provide additional fortification and benefits for the skin, help prevent skin cancer, and soothe irritated and inflamed skin.
Slugging: Skincare Hack for Dry Skin
We don’t typically dive into viral skincare hacks here on the Disco Journal, as we like to stick to the basics. However, as we did with the gua sha technique, we’re always willing to explore a skincare hack that holds merit with skin professionals and dermatologists. The practice of slugging falls into this category.
Why is My Skin Irritated? 5 Tips for Relieving Skin Irritation
There are many causes of irritated skin, and the irritation can be easily soothed with home remedies and all-natural skincare products. We’ll walk you through the main reasons your skin might be irritated, and 5 tips for relief.
What is the Disco Eye Stick?
If you’ve heard of us, you may have heard of our favorite little friend – the Disco Repairing Eye Stick. Our best-selling under-eye serum is a serious cult favorite here at Disco. It works fast, and effectively, and it travels well. But what exactly is it?
The 5 Best Skin Supplements for Men
We’ll walk you through exactly what ingredients to look out for when selecting a skin supplement optimized for men’s skin. And yes – men do require different options when it comes to skincare. It comes down to the hormone testosterone, which increases sebum production, gives men larger pores, and causes a different pH level on the skin surface than women.
Niacinamide in Skincare: Benefits and Uses
Here’s everything you need to know about Niacinamide: what it is, how it gets into skincare products, and what you can expect in terms of benefits.
How to Reverse Sun Damage
The top concern in skincare at large is protecting your skin from the harmful effects of sun exposure and the broad UV light spectrum. Without adequate, consistent protection, your skin suffers tremendously and can show premature aging.
How to Get Rid of Pimples Overnight
The pain points of experiencing an unexpected pimple lend themselves to a quick, effective, and natural solution. You want it gone in a pinch – but how?
Face Scrub Benefits for Men
Face scrubs and exfoliants deserve a lot more credit in the skincare game. Using a face scrub consistently can lead to brighter, more vibrant skin, and even reduce breakouts.
Why Is My Face So Oily? 5 Tips for Men with Oily Skin
We’ll uncover the science behind oily skin and what could be causing the glazed donut look, as well as break down 5 best practices for men to avoid oily skin and balance the entire complexion. You deserve to feel and look your best, every day.
Ultimate Guide on Your Morning Skincare Routine
If you’re new to the skincare game, or you only have your nighttime skin routine on lock, we’ll walk you through the basics of a morning skincare routine.
The Best Men’s Skincare with SPF
Sun protection is vital for protecting the skin from damaging UV rays. Even if you’re not someone who sunburns easily, your skin is still damaged by the minute when exposed to the sun without protection. That invisible damage can have some gnarly long-term effects on your skin. Prevention is always better than reparation, gents.
Is Men’s Skincare Different?
It may seem like men and women can use the same products and that skincare should be universal. However, men and women have different needs when it comes to their skin, and likewise, brands differentiate their products based on these needs.
All About Face Masks for Men
You can think of face masks as an at-home facial treatment. Instead of going to a spa and getting a facial with premium, luxurious products, you can take a mask home and give your skin some extra TLC from the comfort of your own bathroom.
Will Skincare Help with Eczema?
If you or a loved one struggle with eczema, you know all too well how uncomfortable the skin condition can be. Fortunately, skincare and prescription products can help you alleviate the worst symptoms of eczema, including dry skin, irritation, redness, and rash.
Will Skincare Help with Acne?
Whether you have oily, acne-prone skin, dry skin, or a combination of both; you can better inform yourself on preventions and treatments needed for treating all kinds of acne, blemishes, and breakouts.
The Best Skincare Products, Based on Your Skin Type
Whether you’re just beginning your skincare journey, or you are a tried-and-true purveyor of the best products in the industry, we’ll break down what you should look for when buying the best skincare products.
Can Skincare Expire?
As much as you may love your Disco products, they sadly have a shelf life. Don’t fret – there’s plenty more where they come from. Skincare products do expire after a certain period of time, and you should be cognizant of the shelflife of your products.
Are Skincare Products a Waste of Money?
If you’re looking to invest in skincare products or perhaps building a new routine, browsing the market has likely turned up a few high price tags. Are skincare products a waste of money? Let’s dive in, gents.
How Skincare Works
For truly effective skincare, the products must penetrate beneath the epidermis into the dermis layer, where the blood lives. True absorption is key for the skin to adequately receive the benefits of the products for fortification, hydration, and protection.
What Skincare Products Do I Need?
These must-have skincare products are tried-and-true and will help you tackle whatever skin problems you may be dealing with. Or, if you’re looking to build your beginner skincare routine for the first time, this list will guide the search for your holy grails.
Skincare: Where to Start
Caring for your skin takes daily consistency and discipline, but it doesn’t have to be difficult or complicated. We want to fuse the simplicity back into skincare, one consistent habit, and product at a time.
Which Skincare Ingredients NOT to Mix
With so many skincare products out there and constantly changing ingredients that go in and out of “style,” it can be difficult to know which ingredients to mix and which to NOT mix. Mixing ingredients can feel a bit like a chemistry experiment, so we’ll help you understand the basics when it comes to mixing.
Which Men’s Skincare Brand is the Best? What to Look For When Buying Skincare Products.
Men’s skincare brands are certainly not all created equal, so we’ll be breaking down what facets to guide your search for the “best” men's skincare brand for you. We are believers that no singular skincare brand is better than the rest, rather that certain men's brands do a better job of ingredients, branding, accessibility, sustainability, and more.
Why Is Skincare Important?
Skincare is important because it’s part of a healthy lifestyle and basic hygiene, and will keep you looking younger for longer. If that’s not enough to convince you to invest in a skincare routine, remember that prevention is always easier than correction. If you don’t start taking care of your skin now, you could suffer the consequences of wrinkles, sun damage, and skin thinning later in life that will be much harder to alleviate.
Will Skincare Break Me Out?
Throughout your life, you’re likely to experience acne in some shape or form. Some my experience breakouts after using new skincare products on their skin. Here's how to tell if you skincare is breaking your skin out, or if you're experiencing skin purging.
How to Relieve Shaving Pimples
Shaving can drastically impact the male skincare experience. Whether you keep a long beard, or shave daily, keeping up with your grooming and shaving routine requires patience and consistency.
The 5 Best Pimple Stickers for Men
Adult acne can be frustrating, uncomfortable, and difficult to manage. Unfortunately, adult acne is a widely shared experience among men, and dealing with the unexpected pimple is the last thing you want to do before a big night out or an important event. Even with a well-rounded, diligent skincare routine, or the utmost attention to diet, personal hygiene, and wellness, acne can still pop up out of nowhere.
Why Is My Nose So Oily? 5 Tips for Reducing Oil on Your Nose.
The nose always seems to be the oiliest spot on the face, and it can be frustrating to handle the excess oil and avoid the glazed donut look. Even if you have dry skin or typically don’t have an oily face, the nose can still produce more oil than other places on the face. Let’s look at some of the leading root causes of the oily nose and oily skin.
Horsetail Benefits for Skin
Horsetail has been used for centuries as a medicinal herb. Its many beneficial properties make it an excellent all-natural skincare ingredient, that keeps the skin looking younger.
How to Calm Inflamed Skin
Inflammation is often associated with an allergic reaction to something, and looks like a rash with redness, itchiness, irritation, and raised skin. Use all-natural skincare products to relieve inflammation.
A Beginner's Guide to Starting a Skincare Routine
Building a skincare routine from scratch can feel daunting and overwhelming. Beyond selecting the right products, learning the order of when to apply them is also important. For a beginner, you might not know where to start. That’s why we’re providing a step-by-step guide for starting a skincare routine; one that is easy enough for beginners to follow.
What Does Vitamin E Do for Your Skin?
Vitamin E is an essential vitamin for our bodies, but what does it do for your skin? Learn what it does and how to use it.
What Does Coconut Oil Do for Your Skin?
Curious about what coconut oil can actually do for your skin? Find out why you should be using it to help get sexier, smoother skin instantly.
What Causes Rosacea?
Rosacea can ruin your day, but it can also be difficult to deal with. Find out what causes it and what you can do to get relief.
Ultimate Guide on Your Night Skin Care Routine
Not sure what to do with your skin at night. Find out what skincare products you should be using and how to build a nighttime skincare routine.
Pimple vs. Boil: What's The Difference?
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s a pimple...or maybe it’s a boil. Learn how to tell the difference and what to do for each.
How To Tighten Loose Skin
Want to know how to change your skin’s texture and improve skin’s elasticity? Learn what causes loose skin and how to correct it.
How To Relieve Itchy Skin
Got itchy skin? Find out what’s causing it and how to get relief fast by following tips for at-home relief and using better skincare.
How Much Moisturizer Is Too Much?
Not sure when to say “uncle” when applying your moisturizer? We can help. Learn how to properly apply a moisturizer like a professional.
Dry vs. Dehydrated Skin: What's The Difference?
Dry skin got you itching and scratching your face? Find out whether it’s dry or dehydrated and how to handle both.
Crepey Skin: Causes and Prevention
Thin, saggy, wrinkly skin can ruin your look and your day. Find out what causes it and what you can do to prevent it.
What Is Skin Purging
You’ve got bumps all over your face and can’t seem to figure out why. It could be skin purging. Learn what it is and how to deal with it.
What Is My Skin Type
There are five different types of skin, and yours fits into one of them. Figure out which one and how to take care of it properly.
What Does Tea Tree Oil Do for Skin?
Tea tree oil, it’s not something for trees. Learn what it is, what it does, and how you can use it to get better, healthier skin.
How to Prevent Dry Skin in the Winter Months
It’s dry season, in more ways than one. If you have naturally dry skin, you probably are no stranger to managing flaky, tight skin year-round. But for most of us, our skin gets extra dehydrated once the wind picks up and there’s less humidity in the air. Here are some basic tips for keeping your moisture barrier in check in the fall and winter months.
What Causes Oily Skin
What exactly causes oily skin? Find out what’s causing the grease and what you can do to help manage oily skin.
Swelling vs Inflammation: What’s the Difference
Bumps on your skin can be the result of inflammation, swelling, or both. There’s a difference. Learn what it is and what to do about both.
How To Soothe Irritated Skin Around Eyes
Eye skin irritation can make it impossible to focus, especially if flakes of skin fall in your eyeballs. Find out what’s going on and how to fix it.
Acne Marks vs Acne Scars: What To Do for Each
The remnants of acne can range from mild to pretty severe. Find out what acne marks and acne scars are and how you can deal with them.
Founder Series Part 2: The Science Behind the Skincare
In Part 1, we discussed how Ben laid the foundation for Disco as both a brand that can approach a historically female-saturated market, and a science-backed skincare brand that offered a real value when it came to premium skincare. We’re back with Part 2 of the Founder Series, where we sit down with Dr. Eva to discuss the science behind the skincare.
Founder Series Part 1: Starting Up & Redefining Skincare for Men
The Founder Series will investigate the story of Ben’s process and journey of building Disco, a science-backed skincare brand for men. In Part 1, we’ll explore the initial challenges of creating something from nothing, finding product-market fit, and honing in on your personal values, expertise, and passions to create a true value proposition for consumers.
What Causes Body Acne?
Oh no...the dreaded bacne. If you struggle with acne in other parts of the body than the face, you are not alone. And trust us, it’s not because you have poor hygiene. But that could be a part of the equation.
How To Cleanse Your Face
Got troubled skin? Cleansing can help. Find out why it’s important to cleanse your skin and what products make it easy for you to get a great cleanse.
What Vitamins Are Good for Skin
Vitamins are as essential to your skin as they are for your body. Find out which ones work best for your skin and how to use them effectively.
How Often Should You Cleanse Your Face
You know you need to wash your face, but how many times a day should you do it? Find out how often to cleanse your skin and how to do it right.
How To Keep Your Skin Younger
Noticing wrinkles on your skin is part of life, but you can take better care of your skin and stay youthful longer with a few tips and good skincare products.
How To Start a Skincare Routine
Got bad skin? Learn how to take care of it by building a skincare routine that helps keep your skin healthy without taking a lot of time or effort.
How To Get Rid of Body Odor
Noticing signs of unpleasant body odor? Find out what’s causing your body odor and what products you can use to get rid of it without exposing yourself to harsh chemicals.
What Causes Body Odor
Determining the source of your body odor can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Find out what the real cause of body odor is and how to fix it.
How To Take Care of Your Skin
Not sure how to take proper care of your skin? It’s okay. Get all the information you need about products and techniques to take care of your skin.
Exfoliating Will Improve Your Shaving Routine
We lose 50 million skin cells a day. Whether you work in a labor-intensive industry or behind a desk all day, the dead skin on your face builds up. If you struggle with a dull-looking complexion, rough skin texture, or dry, flaky skin, it’s a big sign you need to exfoliate.
What Causes Crow’s Feet
Crow’s feet are fine lines that form at the outside corners of your eyes. Find out what causes them and what you can do to get rid of them and look younger.
The Ingredient Series 02: Pycnogenol
Pycnogenol: the ingredient you’ve never heard of with skin benefits you’ve never seen before. Welcome to our second installment of The Ingredient Series, where we take a deep dive into the ingredients we carefully handpick to formulate our Disco products.
Why the Sauna is SO Important For Skin Health
There’s a reason sauna therapy is considered the fountain of youth: it rejuvenates and clears the pores, naturally moisturizes your body, stimulates collagen production, and can reverse UV light sun damage.
The Benefits of This Ancient Chinese Healing Tool Will Elevate Your Skincare
Gua Sha is an ancient Chinese healing method that dates back to the Paleolithic Age. It consists of a skin massage using a smooth edged handheld tool, usually made from a jade stone or smoothed marble, that pushes lymphatic fluids away from the skin.
The Ingredient Series 01: Charcoal
We’re kicking off this ingredient series with charcoal because it’s one of the best ingredients for men’s skin care out there. One of the most common skin problems that men deal with is oily skin and enlarged/clogged pores.
The Blue Light From Your Phone and Computer Screens is Aging Your Skin
Just like the harmful UV rays that can damage your skin while outside, the blue light from your computer screens is also doing invisible harm to your skin.
The Man Bun: What It Is & How To Tie It
The man bun gives you the flexibility to wear your hair up or down as you please, and you can dress this style up or down for any occasion. This sophisticated, uncomplicated style is easy to maintain once you clear the hurdle of growing your hair out to the appropriate length.
The DIY Manicure for Men: a Step-By-Step Guide to Well-Groomed Nails
Your fingers are some of the most critical assets you possess, so don’t neglect them. Take care of your hands, and you may end up with even more digits– we’re talking about dates and phone numbers!)
How to Get Rid of Yellow Toenails
Grooming foot and nail hygiene habits early on means you can live a happy yellow toenail-free life, and if you ever do get a yellowish toenail, you can troubleshoot it ASAP.
Men’s Eyebrow Grooming: How to Get the Right Shape
As you age, eyebrow hair, nose hair, and all sorts of body hair starts growing at a much faster rate. Learning how to keep that hair in check on a regular basis will help you maintain a clean and attractive look on autopilot.
How to Optimize Your Sleep
Honestly, the best thing you can do for your skin is to get a good night’s sleep. Here’s how.
Skincare for Sensitive Skin
Sensitive skin can erupt into irritation no matter what you use. Better, more natural ingredients are the key to keeping your skin calm and happy.
Skincare for Rosacea
Rosacea is a skin condition that causes patches of irritation and redness on the skin. With Disco, you can help battle flare-ups with better skincare.
Skincare for Oily Skin
Oily skin is difficult to manage. If you’re tired of washing your face numerous times a day and seeing even oiler skin as a result, you need better skin care.
Skincare for Late 20s
Skin begins to change in your late 20s and the signs of aging can make you look older than you actually are. Upgrade your soapy face wash with plant-based ingredients.
Skincare for Combination Skin
Combination skin is a mix of dry skin and areas of extreme oiliness. Using natural, plant-based ingredients can help restore balance and even out your skin tone.
Skincare for Acne
Acne can happen at any stage of life. Every great skincare routine for acne starts with the right products. This can help make a difference and give you clearer skin.
How to Get Rid of Your Ashy Skin
Taking extra precautions before stepping outside can make a huge difference in treating dry skin, especially if you're in an environment with harsh weather like intense summer heat and fierce winter winds.
How Men Can Get Rid of Stretch Marks
Once you have stretch marks, it may be impossible to ever make them fade away completely. If your stretch marks are new, you may be able to treat them successfully with topical creams, vitamin supplements, or staying hydrated.
Why is Aluminum in Deodorant Bad?
We all sweat and experience body odor. Find out whether aluminum in your deodorant is a good option for helping you stay dry and fight off odor-causing bacteria.
Skincare for Textured Skin
Feeling bumps on your face? Uneven skin tone can be caused by environmental factors and bad skincare. Certain ingredients help bring it back into balance.
Do Dermatologists Recommend Chemical or Mineral Sunscreen?
So many sunscreens, so many ingredient options. How do you know what’s right for you? Learn which sunscreen your dermatologist says works best for a man’s skin.
What is Bentonite Clay?
Not exactly sure what bentonite clay is and how it can benefit your face? Find out how bentonite clay can be the key to clearer, radiant skin.
Sunscreen for Men: What Happens if You Don't Wear Sunscreen?
Are you thinking of skipping out on sunscreen? Perhaps you should reconsider. Find out what happens to your skin if you skimp on sun protection.
Which Sunscreen is Best for Melanated Dark Skin?
You know you need sunscreen, but it rarely blends in and always leaves a noticeable white residue. Find out which sunscreens are best for dark skin.
How to Exfoliate Skin Naturally
Want to exfoliate naturally but not sure how? Learn how exfoliating naturally can give you radiant, healthier skin and help prevent breakouts.
Why You Should Use a Face Moisturizer for Men
Think your skin doesn’t need to be moisturized just because you’re a man? Your skin needs moisture, and we’ll tell you why you need a moisturizer and which ones you should use.
What Causes Bags Under Eyes? What Do They Mean?
If you get bags under your eyes it can be frustrating to figure out what it means for your health. We can help you figure out what’s causing your bags, what it means, and give you some suggestions on how to get rid of them.
Vitamin C Benefits for the Skin
What can vitamin C do for your skin and why should you care? Vitamin C is an all-natural ingredient that helps you get youthful, healthy-looking skin, protects it from external stressors, and keeps you looking sexy.
Removing Dark Circles Under Eyes for Men
Dark circles under the eyes aren’t a good look, but you can remove them by using good eye care products that help brighten and tighten under-eye skin.
How to Get Rid of Razor Burn
Got shaving bumps? You can get rid of them and prevent them from happening with better skin care and some easy shaving tips.
How to Get Rid of Eczema
Eczema is a skin condition that is characterized by numerous outbreaks of scaly, itchy, dry skin. There’s no cure for eczema, but you can avoid certain triggers and prevent yourself from having as many outbreaks.
Why You Should Look for Cruelty-Free Skin Care Options
Labels can be misleading so it’s important to know what to look for if you want to make sure your products are truly cruelty-free,. Here’s how to cut through the BS.
How to Get Rid of Dry Skin On Your Face (For Men)
Dry skin can be caused by external stressors like weather and sun exposure, or it can be the result of incorrect products. You can fix it quickly and easily with the right ingredients.
Should You Consider Botox: Risks and Benefits
Thinking about getting Botox? If you’re looking to eliminate wrinkles, you should know the risks and benefits of Botox and other alternatives to injections.
How to Get Rid of Dark Circles Under Your Eyes
Dark circles can happen to anyone, but if you’re getting them consistently, it’s time to do something about them. You can treat dark circles by using products that help them look less visible.
How to Make a Skin Care Routine for Men
Skin care is self-care. You need the right products to care for your skin so it stays soft, smooth, and sexy. It’s easy to create a fast and effective skin care routine.
Face Moisturizer Benefits for Men to Get Great Skin
Don’t think your face needs a moisturizer? Think again. Every skin type needs to be moisturized, and you can get the job done with a moisturizing lotion that keeps your skin healthy, youthful, and protected.
How to Hydrate your Skin at Home
Dry, dehydrated skin is uncomfortable and unattractive. Using better products can help you keep your mug moisturized.
Charcoal Face Scrub Benefits | Why You Should Consider Using Them
Charcoal, but for your face? Absolutely. Charcoal is a great skin care ingredient that helps absorb dirt, oil, and toxins from deep within your skin. You can use a charcoal face scrub to get cleaner, healthier skin in just minutes a day.
Bags Under Eyes - Symptoms and Causes
Bags under your eyes aren’t sexy. They make you look tired and older. You can eliminate them if you know what’s causing them and how to fight back.
Best Treatment for Dark Circles Under Eyes
Dark circles look great on small woodland creatures but not on your grown man face. Learn what’s causing them and how you can tackle them and prevent them from happening.
4 Ways to Even Out Your Skin Tone
Uneven skin tone has a number of causes. You can even things out with products for men that help balance and correct without causing irritation. Learn how in this guide.
5 Best Men’s Face Scrubs for Better Skin
A face scrub is the best way to get rid of the build-up of dead skin cells, dirt, and grime on your face, but you need a face scrub with the right ingredients. The best ingredients help your skin look and feel healthy while removing impurities that can make your skin look dull.
5 Best Face Masks for Men for Immaculate Skin
Face masks can help you get more youthful-looking skin. Learn how to use them and how take better care of your skin by looking for these ingredients in face mask products.
5 Best Face Moisturizers for Men
Your face needs a moisturizer, and we’ve got five options that will help keep your skin hydrated all day. Graduate your skin care game by adding a moisturizer to your daily routine.
5 Best Eye Creams for Men
Your eyes are the windows to your soul, but your frames need some repair. Find out why you need an eye cream, what they can do, and get some recommendations on the best ones.
5 Best Charcoal Face Scrubs
Activated charcoal is great for removing dirt, oil, and other impurities from your skin. Charcoal is often found in face scrubs, and you can learn how to find the very best.
5 Best Eye Creams for Bags and Puffiness
Dealing with occasional (or chronic) swelling and puffiness under your eyes? Say goodbye to under-eye bags and puffiness once and for all with a powerful eye cream made just for men.
5 Anti Aging Skin Care Tricks You Should Know
Your skin begins to resemble a Shar-Pei if you don’t take care of it. It doesn’t take much effort to have great-looking, youthful skin if you know a few tips and tricks.
Crow’s Feet: Treatment and Prevention
While there’s no way to completely prevent crows feet, you can definitely make them less noticeable and keep them from appearing sooner than they have to.
Tips for Blemish Prone Skin
If you thought you were done with pimples by the time your voice stopped cracking, you were dead wrong. Blemishes can occur during any phase of your life. You need some good tools in your skin care arsenal to help eliminate them and prevent them from coming back.
Forehead Acne and Pimples: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention
Pimples aren’t just for teenagers, you can get them at any time during your life. Finding out what’s causing them is the key to treating and preventing breakouts.
Calcium Bentonite Clay: Benefits and Uses
Calcium bentonite clay is formed from aging volcanic ash. It’s incredibly effective at absorbing excess oil, cleaning out clogged pores, and protecting skin.
Peeling Skin Causes and Treatment
Skin peeling is usually caused by an external irritation. You can find the source of the problem and treat it with high-quality, all natural skin care products.
How To Get Rid of Puffy Eyes
Eyes that are irritated and uncomfortable sometimes appear puffy. Puffy eyes can happen for numerous reasons, so you’ve got a few options for getting rid of them.
How To Get Rid of Bags Under Eyes
Bags under your eyes are anything but sexy. Here’s some info from Disco on how to find out what’s causing them and what you can do to get rid of them fast.
What Does It Mean To Exfoliate? Why You Should and How to Start
Exfoliating removes dead skin and dirt from the uppermost layer of your skin, and can be done several different ways, with some ways more invasive than others.
How To Get a Clearer Complexion
Breakouts can be caused by anything from ingrown hairs to just plain neglect. Disco is here to help you take better care of your skin and clear that complexion up stat.
Horsetail: Benefits and Uses
Horsetail is a plant with multiple uses and benefits for the skin. It can be used as an antioxidant, anti-aging ingredient, and also as a skin soother.
Body Wash vs. Soap: Which is Better and Why
Soap and body wash are two different products designed to clean your body and remove dirt and odor causing bacteria, but which is better?
Benefits of Aluminum-Free Deodorant
Aluminum works in deodorant by blocking your pores from sweating. The problem is, your body is designed to sweat, and preventing that can be harmful to your body.
3 Tricks on How To Age Gracefully
Sun exposure, lifestyle habits, and improper skin care can make your skin age faster than it should. Fight back with a few simple tricks to help you age gracefully.
7 Natural Remedies To Help Soothe Irritated Skin
Dry, itchy, red, inflamed skin needs help fast, but to fix it long term you need to know what’s causing your skin’s irritation and how to prevent it from happening.
5 Ways to Defy Time and Look Younger
No matter what your age, taking care of your skin is essential in locking down your look for decades to come. Trust us on this one -- an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of facial injections ten years down the road.
Benefits of Macadamia Nut Oil in Skin Care
Hey you -- the one slathering body lotion all over your face -- put the bottle down.
Caffeine and Skin: Why You Should Switch to Topical Options
That first cup of coffee you have in the morning might be the best thing for switching your brain to “go” mode, but did you know it can also give you amazing skin?
Activated Charcoal Products For Your Skin & The Many Benefits
If you’re dealing with blemishes, chances are you’ve tried practically everything to get rid of them. Bumps and blemishes can happen at any age, from your teens all the way through your forties, and aside from being embarrassing, they can be painful and annoying.
How to Get Rid of Fine Lines at Any Age
There are fine lines between looking like a silver fox and looking like an old man, and how you deal with those fine lines will pretty much determine which you will become.
5 Post-Exfoliation Tips You Should Be Following
Hey man, you need to exfoliate. Yes, we mean you. You need to exfoliate, and you need to exfoliate correctly. We get it -- you have no idea what exfoliating even means. Your partner has some gritty stuff in a tube you tried once, but it smelled slightly like menthol and felt like sandpaper on your face. We don’t blame you for not trying it twice.
Macadamia Oil for Skin: Benefits and Uses
You’re a grown man now. You make your own decisions. You eat wheat bran from time to time. So why are you still using the same body spray you used in high school as deodorant?
How to Stop Your Beard from Itching So Much
As is true with so many other parts of your skincare routine, ditching that itch in your beard comes down to making sure that you’re using the right products and paying attention to each step of your regimen.
How To Fix A Patchy Beard As Fast As Possible
Taking care of your beard and styling it with care will help you fix those patches (even if not overnight) and adopt a much more holistic grooming routine.
How To Get Rid Of And Prevent Beard Dandruff
Before you jump straight to buying dandruff-specific products, make sure that what you’re experiencing is really dandruff and not just dry, itchy skin.
Why Your Nose Is Oily And How To Remedy It
Your nose is likely oily because your sebaceous glands are producing more oil than necessary to keep your skin hydrated, and this happens for a variety of reasons. Here's how to remedy your oily nose by targeting the deep source of the issue.
How To Make Hair Grow Faster: 3 Tips for Men
Your hair and skin are often the first indicators of unhealthy habits. When it comes to your health and self-care, consistency is key. Establishing daily habits and routines to take care of your skin, body, and overall wellness will pay dividends in the long run. Here's how to get healthier, faster growing hair.
How To Style Men's Thick and Wavy Hair
Styling thick and wavy hair is simple: the key is to choose a haircut that jives with your thick, wavy hair and then style with the products that best suit your hair type.
How To Get The Tom Holland Haircut
Some celebrity haircuts are a little too high-maintenance to experiment with just for fun, but the Tom Holland haircut requires only a few extra moments in the morning to style before you walk out the door.
Fine Hair Vs. Thin Hair Explained
No matter how hard they fight it, most men will experience thinning hair at some point in their lives. It can be tempting to obsess over perceived changes in your hairline; however, knowing the difference between fine hair vs. thin hair can help to save you some stress– if you’re worried about losing your hair, more stress is exactly what you don’t need.
How Men Can Get Rid Of Dark Circles and Eye Bags
Sometimes dark circles and eye bags pop up for reasons totally outside of your control. The sensitive skin under your eyes only gets more sensitive as we get older, and the most important things you can do to combat dark circles and eye bags are to take care of your skin and take care of your body.
Low Fade vs Mid Fade vs High Fade Haircuts Explained
The trick to choosing between the mid fade vs. high fade, or low fade vs. high fade, is to have a vision in mind for what kind of style you want to project after your cut.
Widow's Peak vs Receding Hairline: What's the Difference?
You should treat your hair with the same care that you treat your skin, taking the time to find products with natural ingredients and using them regularly. Widow’s peak, receding hairline, or otherwise, you can take pride in the fact that you’ve got a great head of hair.
4 Popular 1940s Men’s Haircuts & How to Style in 2020
One of these 1940’s men's hairstyles could be the little boost you need to feel extra polished for that big interview, extra classy for that big date, or just looking good because you feel like it.
Why Am I Getting Sudden Acne Breakouts On My Face?
You certainly aren’t alone if you're stressing out over sudden breakouts on your face. Proper skincare is a lifelong journey and we’re all learning as we go. Sometimes these breakouts are totally normal, but in many situations this is preventable.
Should You Shave Your Face Before or After a Shower
Depending on your unique skin type and facial hair, shaving before or after your shower could make a huge difference. Here’s what you should keep in mind.
Choosing The Right Men’s Hairstyle For Your Face Shape
Choosing a new hairstyle can be a bold move. Thankfully, you can follow a few guidelines to make sure that you're picking the right hairstyle for your face shape. Your hairstyle's various elements can highlight or downplay your features - for better or for worse - and will factor into whether a cut flatters your face.
How To Maintain A Shaved Head
There isn’t any magic necessary to keeping your shaved head smooth; you’ll just need to remember to treat your head with the same care as you do the rest of your skin.
How to Deal With a Hairy Back
If you’re fully committed to saying goodbye to your back hair, for whatever reason, there are several ways you can ditch that unwanted fur.
6 Reasons You May Want to Shave Your Beard
There are lots of factors that you should consider when evaluating whether to keep your beard or let it go.
How To Shave Without Shaving Cream
There will be moments, however, that you need to get rid of your scruff and there’s no shaving cream anywhere in sight. Here's what to do.
How to Get Rid of Zits on Your Nose
Chances are, if you look in the mirror right now, you’ll likely see some minor or major blackhead developments on your nose. Thankfully, a nose pimple treatment is always within reach– and we don't mean using your hands to pop your nose pimples!
Can Shaving Cause Acne? How to Prevent Shave Pimples
Millions of men around the world deal with shave pimples at some point in their lives– it just comes with the territory of running a razor along your face! Shaving technically can cause acne, but there's more to it than meets the eye.
Causes of Acne Around the Mouth (And How to Get Rid of It)
While the causes of acne around the mouth for men may vary, with proper attention and care, you can keep your skin looking clean and clear.
4 Skin Care Tips for Black Men
Skin care for black men comes with some specific challenges we’ll get into below, but by tailoring your skincare regimen to you, you’ll be right on that look good, feel good team.
5 Skincare Tips for Men with Oily Skin
Whether your skin is dry or oily, you can balance your appearance with minor tweaks and healthy additions to your daily care routine.
Why Charcoal Isn’t Just for the Grill
A charcoal face mask gives you a deep-dive clean and helps rid your skin of excess oils. We break down the science.
How to Disco: The Disco Guide to Skincare
A complete guide on how to make your products work best for you. There’s a right way to do this—let us show you how to Disco.
Deodorant vs Antiperspirant | Difference, Similarities, & Which One Is Bad For You
Yes, there’s a difference. (Hint: it’s toxic.) And yes, you’ll still smell as good. We’ll explain.
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How to Disco: The Disco Guide to Skincare
A complete guide on how to make your products work best for you. There’s a right way to do this—let us show you how to Disco.
How Men Can Get Rid Of Dark Circles and Eye Bags
Sometimes dark circles and eye bags pop up for reasons totally outside of your control. The sensitive skin under your eyes only gets more sensitive as we get older, and the most important things you can do to combat dark circles and eye bags are to take care of your skin and take care of your body.
Can Shaving Cause Acne? How to Prevent Shave Pimples
Millions of men around the world deal with shave pimples at some point in their lives– it just comes with the territory of running a razor along your face! Shaving technically can cause acne, but there's more to it than meets the eye.
Deodorant vs Antiperspirant | Difference, Similarities, & Which One Is Bad For You
Yes, there’s a difference. (Hint: it’s toxic.) And yes, you’ll still smell as good. We’ll explain.
5 Skincare Tips for Men with Oily Skin
Whether your skin is dry or oily, you can balance your appearance with minor tweaks and healthy additions to your daily care routine.
Why Am I Getting Sudden Acne Breakouts On My Face?
You certainly aren’t alone if you're stressing out over sudden breakouts on your face. Proper skincare is a lifelong journey and we’re all learning as we go. Sometimes these breakouts are totally normal, but in many situations this is preventable.
