Beyond basic beauty care for men, there are thousands of opinions about what does and does not look good. For everyone woman that only looks at clean shaven men, there is one who would only date a man with a full beard.

The aesthetic of beauty care for men must begin within the man himself, not from outside opinion. The most attractive quality a man can have is self-confidence. Take a long look at yourself in the mirror, evaluating your strengths and weakness. Be very careful not to become too critical or arrogant. Make a list of physical features that you like and dislike about yourself. Be very specific about it. If you do not like your eyebrows, decide what makes about them makes you unhappy. Once a basic list is compiled, you know what features to accent and which to improve.

Male skin contains more oil, an average of 15% more than women. Take care of your skin with basic grooming habits and be mindful of any blemishes that appear. When combating oily skin, make sure not to go overboard and dry it out. Skin should look both natural and healthy. If you decide to cover up acne or other faults with make-up, be certain to find one that matches your skin tone. Blotchy skin from make-up can be just as distracting as the acne itself.

Hair and hair loss is a big issue for men. Infomercials talk about balding and bald men like they are under a curse. They promote everything from toupees to spray paint for your head. A simple solution sometimes is best. Most balding men look best with short hair, because it draws less attention to the bald spots. Some guys shave their head when their balding gets too severe to create a nice, clean look.

Simple grooming habits heighten man's attractiveness. Take care of your teeth. Bad oral hygiene makes a man look lazy and unhealthy. Take the time to brush your teeth an extra time before you meet that special someone, and use an antiseptic mouthwash. While fresh breath might mean a good night kiss, the goal of using mouthwash is to give you healthy gums. The healthier the gums, the better the breath.

If you chose to wear make-up, keep in mind that the same rules that apply to women should apply to men. With the exception of certain areas that might wish to make stand out, keep the make-up subtle. The goal is to enhance your natural handsome face, not to create a mask to hide behind. As eyeliner grows in popularity for men, it is important to make sure that you get clean lines. If you are going to take the time to apply it, make sure that it looks good.