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MODES OF MOISTURIZING barrier is properly hydrated. Xander needs a medium-to-heavy moisturizer with weightbased emulsifiers—some of my favorites are derived from coconut and soy protein, as they're gentle and non-irritating. Allison: Xander's ideal serum is hydrating and skin-building, with active protective ingredients such as resveratrol and rhodiola root, which protects against thermal stress—ideal considering his harsh conditions—and stimulates cellular respiration. Linker: A zinc-based sunscreen containing probiotics will help increase resistance to environmental damage. Heathman: Recent research indicates that male skin cells carry fewer natural antioxidants than female skin cells, which makes it even more important for Xander to use sun protection! fishing champion. His skin is in decent shape, but he's concerned about the toll that near constant exposure to harsh, cold weather may eventually take. Heathman: Men's skin is twice as oily as women's, and coarser, yet typically more fragile, due to shaving. It also has larger pores, 50% more blood flow, more collagen and elastic fibers and becomes more easily dehydrated than women's. Point Xander toward a professional, men's-only antiaging line with natural botanical ingredients containing peptides, hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, shea butter, vitamins A, C and E, and anti-inflammatory, anticarcinogenic antioxidants. And if Xander's willing to walk on the wild side, recommend he seek monthly hydrating facials. Zone: Keep in mind, this man will want the bare minimum. Select an exfoliating cleanser, an antioxidant-rich serum and a lipidic hydrator offering time-release protection. 62 DAYSPA | FEBRUARY 2013 Murchison: Also remind him to keep the delicate area around his eyes hydrated and protected! Zangl: Xander would benefit from the nourishing properties of botanical stem cells, which are super-antioxidants created by plants in response to injury. They protect the cells from DNA damage while helping them to retain natural moisture. Echinacea, edelweisss and gotu kola are particularly well known for their ability to help reduce the loss of hyaluronic acid within the skin, and the Swiss apple stem cell is renowned for its cell-preserving properties. To prevent transepidermal water loss, Xander should apply a botanical stem cell serum twice a day beneath rich, occlusive moisturizer. Fitzpatrick: Extreme hot and cold will zap moisture right out of the skin unless the Asquith: Make sure he's aware that if his skin is not properly protected, he could eventually experience sensitivity, couperose, dehydration and of course, premature aging. During the day, suggest that Xander carry a treating mist with hydrating actives such as sodium hyaluronate and aloe vera. This will promote better dispersion of his previously applied products. And if his hands are exposed, he needs to use a hand cream with SPF at least twice per day. Echinacea helps curb the loss of hyaluronic acid. ©ISTOCKPHOTO.COM CLIENT PROFILE: Xander, 32, is a Montana-based ice-