Step It Up
From purifying and antipollution, to anti-aging and scar care, these skincare lines have never been more complete.
Working a skincare routine into your daily schedule isn’t as difficult as it seems — if you know where to look. Lucky for you, we’ve made it easy by scouring the market to find the best selection of made-for-men skincare lines. You may wonder, what’s the fuss? If you have a good face wash, do you really need anything else? Well, there is no need to go full-on Patrick Bateman, but you will increase the benefits of your daily wash with these little extra steps that go a long way. From purifying and anti-pollution, to anti-aging and scar care, men’s skincare lines have never been more complete.
You’ll find a nice line-up on the next page, but first up let’s zoom on FORMULYST (formulyst.com), a line of next-generation skincare products formulated for even the most serious of skincare issues. Start with the pH-balanced Gentle Foaming Cleanser to cleanse and follow with the Pro-Collagen Serum to boost the plumpness of your skin for ultimate anti-aging. At night, you’ll have the double duty of the Anti-Age Night Cream; the Retexturing and Perfecting Serum is the ultimate cherry on top: unifying and improving your skin’s texture, i.e., “top coat.” All are available at formulyst.com and range from $40 for the cleanser to $125 for the serum.
LUMIN (shop.luminskin.com) touts “premium skincare for premium men,” using the highest crafted ingredients, formulated under counsel of skin experts in Seoul, South Korea. The Ultra Moisturizing Balm will be the final step to keep your skin looking hydrated and fresh. Never hear the dreaded “you look tired” remark again, thanks to this defensive balm. And the Exfoliating Rub is like a power wash for your face, but it all starts with the Charcoal Cleanser, which is essentially a daily detox for your skin, removing impurities, while leaving behind a youthful glow. The Expert Maintenance Set runs for $126.74 for a two-month supply and also includes the Anti-Wrinkle Serum.
Unfortunately, adult acne can be a nasty reality for many men. BRICKELL has formulated an entire line for just that — whether it’s healing from scarring or keeping current flare-ups at bay, you’ll soon say bye-bye to less than beloved blemishes. Kick-off the Acne-controlling Line with the Acne-controlling Face Wash formulated with Earth-derived ingredients to keep your skin in shape. Follow with the Face Moisturizer Treatment and then Spot Treatment. And if you have deep marks, the Clearing Scar Cream is just what the doctor ordered. Subscriptions available at brickellmensproducts.com.
Dark spots and dry skin? BEVEL is touted to reduce coloration and boost moisture. Start your routine off with the Face Wash to cleanse and revitalize full skin, while unclogging pores. The 2-in-1 Exfoliating Toner Pads will reduce the appearance of dark spots on skin, as well as ingrown hairs. Finally, the moisture-free, (yes, you read that right!) Face Gel will hydrate skin sans the greasy finish. The Skin Essentials Bundle is available for $34.95 at getbevel.com.
CARROT & STICK’S routine offers skin the tough love it needs via plant-powered beauty. No toxic chemicals here, just pure plant products concocted into a successful skincare routine. Start with The Moisturizer, a lightweight formula full of antioxidants; follow with The Repair Serum, which is full of plant-based peptides; next comes The Eye Cream, which restores natural collagen and elasticity; and round out with The Soothing Serum, which provides AM and PM relief for lackluster skin. The Day & Night kit is available at carrotstick.com for $258, subscriptions available.
And we couldn’t forget an American-made New York favorite in our round-up. KIEHL’S The Facial Fuel Energizing line is a bestseller for a reason. The Power Pack retails for $45 at kiehls.com, and includes the Face Wash, Scrub, Moisture Treatment for Men, and No-Shine Moisturizing Lip Balm as a finishing touch. This complete, four-step formula is ideal for men to awaken tired-looking, dull skin through energizing formulas.
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