In case you live under a rock and have never used the internet, Movember is an annual event that takes place every November and aims to highlight men’s health issues (hence the “M”). Men are encouraged to grow their mustaches during this month, which makes it a fine time to pay attention to the rest of your face while you’re at it.

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If you think taking care of your face is a thing women do, come into the modern day, dude. Not only do women love to see it when a man takes extra time on his face, hair, and body, but it’s also actual self-care, which men need just as much as women do. Win-win, if you ask us.

If you’re 5 days into your first Movember and wondering how you’re gonna make it through the month, let us guide you through a few simple steps that can make it much easier (not to mention less itchy).