Skincare unites all genders, it is integral to have a consistent skincare routine especially one that is high quality, tailored and targeted to one’s skin type. Core ingredients of a routine can however be CTM – Cleansing, Toning Moisturing and during the day a broad-spectrum sunscreen, however there are products that can be used for specific needs like acne and anti-aging.
Here is a one stop guide for products that are designed specifically for men including daily needs and targeted concerns and indulgent treatments like masks.
CLEANSERS AND TONERS –
Cleansing and toning the primary step in skincare and most crucial for the skin. Choosing a cleanser is tricky but the thumb rule while doing this is one that is gentle on the skin and doesn’t dry out while removing dirt and oil.
FACIAL FUEL ENERGIZING FACE WASH
A unique formulation and the ideal face wash for men’s oily skin, the Facial Fuel Energizing Face Wash has been crafted using premium quality ingredients. Extracts of Menthol and Caffeine are blended with Vitamin E to give the skin a plump and youthful look. Regular application of this face wash helps with a smoother, hydrated, and nourishing skin. It has an airy and smooth texture that leaves the skin feeling refreshed and awakened after use.
Price: Rs. 2,100
EXFOLIATION –
Exfoliation is essential for a healthy and smooth skin, it helps in getting rid of clogged pores, getting rid of roughness and removing dead skin cells. It can be done with the use of chemical or physical peels. For mild exfoliation a physical scrub is ideal like Facial Fuel Energizing Scrub.
FACIAL FUEL ENERGIZING SCRUB
Slough away dead skin, dirt and oil with our energizing facial scrub for men. This invigorating facial scrub with Apricot Kernels is also infused with Caffeine, Menthol, Vitamin E and Citrus Extracts. Alleviate roughness with our energizing, exfoliating scrub. It gently exfoliates skin and cleanses away impurities and helps soften tough facial hair for a more comfortable, closer shave. This scrub is formulated with highly effective scrub particles derived from Apricot Kernels, infused with Caffeine, Menthol and Vitamin E as well as Lemon and Orange Extracts.
Price – INR 2,150
MOISTURIZERS
Using a moisturiser is a requisite for the current season especially one that is oil free and helps in controlling sebum production that can lead to clogged pores. Moisturises should be light on skin and not heavy it should give skin a hydrated nourished look. A lightweight formulation in the Ultra Facial Oil Free Gel Cream along with the benefits of squalene – the key ingredient.
ULTRA FACIAL OIL FREE GEL CREAM
With 24-hour hydrating power, this oil-free Gel Moisturiser for oily skin to normal skin has a cooling effect to reinvigorate while helping maintain skin’s moisture balance and regulate excess oil production for skin that’s shine-free, fresh-feeling and healthier-looking all day. This fast-absorbing, alcohol-free, non-comedogenic moisturizer seeps into skin immediately to help visibly reduce shine and visibly minimize pores over time for skin that looks and feels hydrated, refreshed and balanced. With a unique gel cream texture, this oil-free moisturizer cools and hydrates skin without a residue.
Price – INR 2,550 for 50 ml
CARE FOR UNDER EYE
Eye area hydrated and smooth with a gentle eye cream, like Eye Fuel. This men’s eye cream, made with caffeine and vitamin B3 (also known as niacinamide), refreshes the under-eye area with cooling, weightless hydration. It helps diminish the appearance of eye-area concerns, like puffiness and dark circles, and can be used daily to moisturize and revive tired-looking eyes. Hide puffiness after a late night with the Facial Fuel Eye De-Puffer.
FACIAL FUEL EYE FUEL
After a long flight or late night, revive tired-looking eyes with our men’s eye cream with Caffeine and Vitamin B3. This lightweight under eye cream for puffiness and dark circles helps diminish their appearance with consistent use. Discover instant relief with this cooling, refreshing formula. It helps visibly reduces the appearance of dark circles and puffy eyes, smoothes the under-eye area with weightless hydration for cooling, refreshing relief. Infused with Caffeine and Vitamin B3, our formula helps reduce eye puffiness and dark circles under eyes.
Price – INR 1,950
FACIAL FUEL EYE DE-PUFFER
Refresh tired-looking eyes with our instantly cooling eye stick. With convenient and portable packaging, this formula glides on easily to help reduce under-eye puffiness on the go. This visibly minimizes eye puffiness and helps revive skin around the eyes, glides on easily with an instant cooling effect. This has been formulated with Hibiscus Extract and Caffeine and is for all skin types.
Price – INR 2,100
SUNSCREEN
Mineral and chemical sunscreens help in protecting the sun’s rays from directly coming in contact and it is non negotiable to apply one. A sunscreen that is light weight and non comedogenic formula that is suitable for all skin types – Kiehl’s Ultra Light Daily UV Defense Anti-Pollution SPF 50++ should be applied generously for protection against damging rays and environmental stressors.
ULTRA LIGHT DAILY UV DEFENSE ANTI-POLLUTION SPF 50++
A non-greasy sunscreen offering sun protection with an SPF of 50 PA++++, thereby making it an extremely skin-safe choice. It has the right blend of mineral ingredients to provide UVA/UVB and pollution protection. Formulated to be non-comedogenic, thanks to its lightweight, mattifying formula. A powerful occlusive vitamin E locks the moisture into the skin to ensure a dewy glow well into your rainy day.
Price – INR 3,200
FACE MASKS
Face masks are not an everyday necessity but something that can be used as a boost to everyday skincare. IT can be the best way to unwind after a hectic day as a self reward, and it is true for masks like all skincare ingredients it should be used for specific needs. The Rare Earth Pore Cleansing Mask is great for men who are esoecially prone to oiliness and enlarged pores.
RARE EARTH DEEP PORE CLEANSING MASK
An efficacious pore minimizing face mask formulated with Amazonian White Clay sourced from the mouth of the Amazon River. Our detoxifying and purifying clay face mask helps draw out impurities, reduce surface oil production and minimize the appearance of pores. Visibly minimizes pores and intensively purifies skin, cleanses and detoxifies skin by drawing out dirt and toxins that can cause clogged pores refines skin’s texture.
Price – INR 1,400
