The beauty market took women as the main consumers, and there were few skin care products suitable for men. However, in recent years, more and more men add facial creams and moisturizers into their daily skin care routine. In addition to cleansing, moisturizing is the most basic for daily skin care, and the basic function of face moisturizers is to fully hydrate, lock in moisture, and achieve ultra moisturizing. Therefore, for men in good skin condition without many demands, face moisturizer is a good choice. However, in addition to moisturizing, facial cream has many other effects to make your skin look younger and healthier, such as sun protection, improving facial blemishes, slowing down facial aging, and better absorbing nutrients in other skin care products. There are many types of face moisturizers to choose from. For men who secrete more oil than women, it is recommended to choose refreshing and non-greasy creams, which are very convenient to use. Men often shave in their daily lives, which causes damage to their skin, and facial moisturizers can soothe and calm the skin while avoiding other serious skin problems.
We should carefully choose products based on our skin care demands and conditions. Each face moisturizer has different formulas, different effects, and focuses on different skin conditions. Therefore, we must first know our skin type, whether sensitive skin, dry skin or others, in order to accurately select the most suitable product for ourselves.
In response to men's demands, we listened to the suggestions of professional dermatologists and the reviews of many users, and selected ten most suitable facial moisturizers for men. We believe that these 10 products can meet the daily skin care needs of most men.
View MoreDermatologist-recommended, Neutrogena is committed to providing more scientific and effective skin care products. Neutrogena Hydro Boost water gel Hyaluronic Acid is the winner of many beauty awards, which is a best-selling face moisturizer. Adopting water-gel formula, it absorbs quickly and hydrates intensively, to moisturize the skin and improve dryness, exfoliation and other problems. This oil-free, lightweight formula can be used alone. For men with makeup needs, it can also be used as a makeup primer, to make your following makeup look more seamless without floating. Formulated with hyaluronic acid, it hydrates your skin and locks the moisture. Hydro Boost water gel Hyaluronic Acid also promotes the healing of skin wounds and slows down the speed of skin aging, to make your skin smoother and younger. Free of alcohol, Hydro Boost water gel Hyaluronic Acid rarely clogs your pores, so dry skin and acne-prone skin can also use with confidence. It is worth mentioning that this face moisturizer can be used by both men and women. A user says, "I have been using the gel for months now and I am very happy with this product. It is very cool and soothing on your fingers. My skin drinks it up and looks dewy. The smell is very mild. I use it every day and am very pleased with the results. My skin glows and it really is hydrated."
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Ursa Major Fortifying Face Balm is a unisex face moisturizer, suitable for normal, oily, combination and acne-prone skin. This refreshing, lightweight, fast-absorbing, gel-like moisturizer delivers a matte skin. Ursa Major Fortifying Face Balm is formulated with natural ingredients, including aloe vera to soothe and hydrate, birch sap to help reduce the appearance of redness, and kendi seed to deliver hydration, etc. It is also added with willow bark, an ingredient containing salicylic acid, to effectively relieve acne and inflammation, while cleaning pores, promoting skin metabolism, dissolving the aging cuticle, and rejuvenating your skin. Rich in carotene and Vitamin A, Ursa Major Fortifying Face Balm effectively slows down the skin aging and nourishes the skin without clogging the pores. Its fragrance and color are all derived from lavender, lime, spearmint, and rosemary extracts, without industrial fragrances and colorants. Free of preservatives, sulfates, etc., Ursa Major Fortifying Face Balm is suitable for sensitive skin. However, it contains 0.1% alcohol, so users who are allergic to alcohol or mind the taste of alcohol should choose with caution.
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Founded in 1981 by a pharmacist, Kiehl's is committed to using natural and scientific methods to integrate pharmacy, herbs and medicines perfectly, improving your skin condition, and making your skin healthier and younger. Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream is Kiehl's first facial moisturizer since its establishment in 1851. Adopting effective hydrating formula, it provides 24-hour ultra moisturization, and is professionally tested in the harshest environment (including Mt. Everest). It is the brand's number one facial cream among users worldwide, suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. This cream-like, lightweight, ultra-fine face moisturizer absorbs into skin quickly with 2.3X more moisture, and is none-greasy even for men who secrete much oil. Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream contains squalane, which is anti-heat and anti-oxidant. Squalane can not only delay skin aging, reduce the fine lines and crow's feet around the eyes, make the skin firmer, but also moisturize dry skin, strengthen the skin barrier, improve problems such as enlarged pores. It also contains Glacial Glycoprotein, to provide 24-hour hydration, maintain skin's moisture balance, and make your skin soft and smooth. Paraben-free and sulfate-free, this moisturizer is suitable for sensitive skin. Besides, this non-comedogenic cream is also friendly to acne sufferers without clogging pores. It is worth mentioning that its packaging is made of 100% recyclable plastic. After use, you can also participate in Kiehl's "Recycle and Be Rewarded program" to make a small contribution to protecting the environment.
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With a long history, Kiehl's was founded in 1981 and launched its first product in 1921. Kiehl's is committed to using natural and scientific methods to integrate pharmacy, herbs and medicines perfectly, and create unique, effective skin care products, improving your skin condition, and making your skin healthier and younger. Kiehl's Age Defender Gel Moisturizer is a cream specially designed for men. Men's skin tends to be thicker and rougher, and this oil-free moisturizer is more in line with men's skin conditions. Adopting gel formulation, this face moisturizer is lightweight, easily-absorbing, refreshing and smooth without clogging pores. Using Linseed extract and White Birch extract, the antioxidative Age Defender Gel Moisturizer replenishes moisture, helps the skin absorb nutrients, diminishes fine lines, and regulates sebum secretion in oily skin. In addition, it also contains niacinamide, to not only brighten the skin, repair damaged cuticle, deeply lock moisture, but also lift and tighten the skin. Free of parabens, this moisturizer is suitable for users who are allergic to this substance. However, it contains fragrance, so users allergic to it should choose with caution. A user says, "This gel moisturizer is the best for my skin type (dry and sensitive) it doesn't feel greasy and I could feel my face breathe when applied compared to some facial creams that make me sweat because it feels like it's much of a heavy cream. I totally would give this product 7 stars but 5 will do!"
Founded in Dallas in 2000, JackBlack is a skin care brand designed specifically for men. It ranked first among the best-selling men's skin care brands of 2017 selected by NPD Group. Formulated with Avobenzone (UVA absorber) and Octinoxate (UVB absorber), Jack Black Double-Duty Face Moisturizer offers SPF 20 sun protection, to prevent harmful UV rays, and delay skin aging and spots. It also contains blue algae extract, to lock in moisture, reduce wrinkles, and firm the skin. Besides, Jack Black Double-Duty Face Moisturizer is also added with Sea Parsley, to provide sufficient natural vitamins, relieve inflammation and improve your skin condition. With antioxidants, this face moisturizer prevents the skin from aging and builds a skin barrier. Jack Black Double-Duty Face Moisturizer is not simply face moisturizer, but can also be used after shaving. It not only soothes the skin, but also provides effective sun protection, with an affordable price. In addition, JackBlack is wholly free of fragrances, parabens or colorants, and cruelty-free, so it is an excellent brand which is worth recommending.
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Specifically designed for men, Jaxon Lane is committed to creating effective skin care products. Jaxon Lane is the winner of many beauty awards, such as Esquire Awards, Men's Health Awards and Valet Mag Awards. Jaxon Lane Relax And Repair Ultimate Anti-Aging Moisturizer is its anti-aging moisturizer for men with multiple iconic skin care ingredients, including squalene, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and Centella Asiatica herb. This moisturizer not only calms inflammation, repairs the skin, builds skin protection barrier, but also improves dullness and uneven skin tone, etc. It also promotes collagen production, prevents the formation of stains, reduces facial wrinkles, crow's feet, etc., and effectively prevents facial aging. In addition, it is formulated with seaweed extract to provide multiple amino acids, vitamins and minerals, which calms skin problems such as redness and heat, improves acne, soothes and moisturizes the skin. It is worth praising that free of artificial fragrance, colorants, parabens, phthalates or gluten, Jaxon Lane Relax And Repair Ultimate Anti-Aging Moisturizer is very mild with litter irritation to the skin. Jaxon Lane Relax And Repair Ultimate Anti-Aging Moisturizer is a lightweight lotion. Moisturizing but non-greasy, it absorbs quickly without clogging pores, and forms a matte film, suitable for men's skin care demands.
Dr. Barbara is founded by aesthetic medicine specialist Dr.Barbara Sturm, the mastermind of “vampire facial” and “blood cream” invited by the Kardashian. As a result of regular shaving, men’s skin is more sensitive and more prone to irritation. Besides, men’s sebum secretion far exceeds that of women. Therefore, after researching the needs of men’s skin, Dr. Barbara designed this 24-hour moisturizing cream specially formulated for men—Face Cream Men, to soothe and protect the skin. This lightweight, non-greasy, refreshing, creamy moisturizer absorbs quickly without clogging pores, suitable for men secreting much oil. Formulated with Purslane Extract and Skullcap, Dr. Barbara Sturm Face Cream for Men soothes the skin, inhibits itching, improves facial acne, and slows down skin aging. Rich in Vitamin E, this cream prevents harmful UV rays, inhibits the production of melanin, and improves facial spots. However, although it reduces the damage of ultraviolet rays, it does not contain any sun protective ingredients, so you still need to apply sunscreen. It is worth mentioning that Dr. Barbara's packaging is all made of recyclable glass rather than plastic, which is very environmentally friendly. However, Dr. Barbara Sturm Face Cream for Men is pricey among similar products, so people who mind the price should choose with caution.
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Hawkins & Brimble was founded to provide gentle and non-irritating men's skin care products for sensitive skin. Made by the British manufacturer, this brand adopts natural, non-irritating ingredients. Hawkins & Brimble Elemi & Ginseng Daily Energising Moisturiser was nominated for Pure Beauty Awards and The Beauty Awards Men with OK in 2018, and GQ Grooming Awards in 2109. Formulated with oat meal extract, which is friendly to sensitive skin, this face moisturizer effectively slows down skin aging, improves skin fine lines, and relieves skin of itching. Also added Shea Butter and Caffeine Powder (Natural), Hawkins & Brimble Elemi & Ginseng Daily Energising Moisturiser promotes the healing of scars on the skin. In addition, it not only highly hydrates the skin, locks in moisture, gently removes dead skin, but also makes the skin more shiny, and calms inflamed and swollen skin. Elemi & Ginseng Daily Energising Moisturiser increases the content of omegas 3 and 6 and Vitamin E in the skin, restores pH balance, and improves dullness and dark spots. Free of parabens, pigments, mineral oil and SLS/SLES, this face moisturizer is suitable for sensitive skin. Besides, this refreshing, non-greasy moisturizer absorbs quickly with an affordable price. A user says, "It is a great product. I love the smell and the texture is also great, the moisturizer is quickly absorbed and does not leave greasy fingers." However, it should be noted that if it accidentally runs into your eyes, you need to rinse with water immediately.
Co-founded by two women and their husbands who like outdoor sports, the TSA-certified brand Oars + Alps is committed to creating natural, comfortable, affordable male skin care products. Oars + Alps Natural Face Moisturizer + Eye Cream can be applied thickly as a face moisturizer, or thinly as an eye cream. This cream features the proprietary Alpine Caribou Moss from Northern Finland, a good antioxidant to enhance skin elasticity and relieve inflammation. Also formulated with premium ingredients like shea butter and jojoba oil, it enhances and locks the moisture of the skin, and improves dry skin problems. Also rich in aloe and vitamin E, Natural Face Moisturizer + Eye Cream replenishes moisture, improves fine lines and wrinkles, and slows the aging process on your face. Natural and lightweight, Natural Face Moisturizer + Eye Cream is suitable for all skin types. Thanks to the flip cap design, it is easy to carry around without leakage. However, as an outdoor skin care product, this cream does not have a sunscreen effect, and the specification is small. Users who mind these two points should buy it with caution.
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Co-founded by dermatologist Dr. Sung Jae Jung and architect Chin Wook Lee in 2005 in South Korea, Dr. Jart+ launches a wide range of salable products, including masks, creams, lotions, etc. Belonging to Dr. Jart+ TEATREEMENT™ series, Dr. Jart+ Teatreement Moisturizer effectively improves the level of sebum. Loaded with tea tree leaf extract, it quickly and effectively works against blemishes, while balancing water and oil to restore healthy skin. This face moisturizer relieves and improves skin problems without clogging pores. Formulated with green tea, aloe vera leaves, chamomile flowers and Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract, Dr. Jart+ Teatreement Moisturizer repairs sensitive skin, reduces red blood streaks, and reduces inflammation and sterilization. It not only replenishes moisture, improves facial wrinkles, and effectively resists oxidation, but also relieves the environmental stress on the skin. Rich in Niacinamide and Exfoliating Salicylic Acid, Teatreement Moisturizer brightens the skin tone, and fades appearance of dark spots, with gentle exfoliation. Adopting Spot Targeting Technology, finds alkaline blemishes and treats the target, without irritating and drying out surrounding unconcerned areas. Although this face moisturizer is a natural alternative to benzoyl peroxide, which works with your skin in harmony, it should not be overused.