Promoting a better shave starts with the right products
Shaving is a process. If only it were as easy as swiping a razor across the face. Men know that to get the best results from the shaving ritual, the skin and beard must be treated; coalesced even. By taking a bit more time with the morning shave and using high-quality products, men will not just have a better shaving experience, they’ll be saving their face from wear and tear. You want to protect your mug while also having a good shave? Here
are products to help before, during and after shaving. Peter Thomas Roth Conditioning Multi-Tasking After Shave Tonic: Aftershave tonics have grown up as evidenced by this botanical-rich skin conditioner that removes all traces of cleanser and shaving cream residue. It also moisturizes while refining skin texture without irritation; $20 at Macy’s and Sephora. Lab Series Skincare for Men Power Wash: A great shave starts with a clean face. This rich foaming cleanser removes dirt and unclogs pores without upsetting the skin’s pH balance. Perfect for normal to oily skin, the cleanser leaves the face feeling and looking healthier; $24 at Nordstrom and Ulta. Anthony Glycolic Facial Cleanser: An Anthony Logistics bestseller, this nonfoaming cleanser contains glycolic acid to aid in deep cleansing. It gently exfoliates without stripping the skin; perfect for lifting beard hair to promote a clean, closer shave; $26 at Sephora and Ulta stores. Clinique for Men Oil Control Mattifying Moisturizer: If you’re in the market for a moisturizer that also promotes a matte, shine-free visage, look no further than this oil-free formula that eases shaving irritation while leaving the face feeling smooth and protected; $26 at Macy’s, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue and Sephora. Kiehl’s Ultimate Brushless Shave Cream White Eagle: by Kiehl’s products, with good reason. The company’s most popular shave cream is spiked with camphor and menthol. It helps the razor glide over the face for the smoothest shave possible; $9-$24 at Saks Fifth Avenue and Kiehl’s stores. ClarinsMen Revitalizing Gel: Whoever told you men don’t use moisturizer is the same person who said men don’t eat quiche. They do. This lightweight gel, perfect for après razor, tones and energizes skin while also leaving it with the right amount of soothing, nongreasy moisture; $39 at Nordstrom.