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The 45 Best Skincare Products for Men That Make Excellent Gifts

He'll thank you later.

By Tiffany Dodson

Any well-rounded skin care routine consists of a few key steps: cleansing, exfoliating, moisturizing, and, last but not least, a broad-spectrum sunscreen featuring SPF 30. To delight your dad, grandfather, brother, uncle, or partner with a special surprise to take their routines to the next level, gifting some of the best skincare products for men—from serums and toners, to weekly treatments, and more—is an easy way to help enhance their basics. But with so many options on the market, it can sometimes be tricky to determine what's really worth the buy—which is why we've pulled together a short list of some of our favorite picks he's sure to love.

These top-rated essentials from popular brands like Le Labo, Kiehl's Since 1851, Dr. Dennis Gross, and others come highly recommended from editors, skinfluencers, and beauty enthusiasts alike (with some pulled directly from men's routines in our Go to Bed with Me series). Plus, now that Father's Day is almost here, these coveted selects also happen to make great last-minute gifts for both the man in your life with a 16-step routine and the skincare minimalist. Here, 45 of the very best skincare products for men to shop now.


A Brightening Quartet

The Ordinary The Bright Set

The Bright Set
A Brightening Quartet

The Ordinary The Bright Set

$41 at theordinary.com
Credit: The Ordinary

The Ordinary is one of the buzziest skincare brands around, and for good reason: Its range of complexion essentials, including this set of brightening favorites offers the perfect balance of product effectiveness and budget-savvy. Since he'll find bottles of full-strength vitamin C and seven percent glycolic acid in this kit, we recommend gifting it to the man in your life with a more established routine.

A Post-Sun Soother

Dior Solar The After-Sun Balm

Solar The After-Sun Balm
A Post-Sun Soother

Dior Solar The After-Sun Balm

Credit: Dior

Help him soothe his face after a long day at the beach or pool with this elevated after-sun balm from Dior. It uses ingredients like Tahitian monoi extract, shea butter, and omegas-6 and 9 to hydrate and refresh when he needs it most.

An Anti-Aging Moisturizer

Goodnight Wrinkle Night Cream

Goodnight Wrinkle Night Cream
An Anti-Aging Moisturizer

Goodnight Wrinkle Night Cream

Credit: Hims

If your dad is tired of staring at the years-worth of wrinkles on his face, this hyaluronic acid and caffeine-based anti-aging cream might be the routine essential he didn't know he needed.

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An Energizing Cleanser

Kiehl's Since 1851 Facial Fuel Energizing Face Wash (One Liter)

On Sale
Facial Fuel Energizing Face Wash (One Liter)
An Energizing Cleanser

Kiehl's Since 1851 Facial Fuel Energizing Face Wash (One Liter)

Now 25% Off
Credit: Kiehl's Since 1851

Help him feel more awake in the morning with this value-size version of Kiehl's culty and energizing Facial Fuel cleanser (which nicely happens to be 25 percent off right now).

A Set of Redness Reducers

Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Redness Rescue Kit

Cicapair Redness Rescue Kit
A Set of Redness Reducers

Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Redness Rescue Kit

Credit: Sephora

The guy in your life with super sensitive skin will deeply appreciate this soothing set featuring Dr. Jart's Cicapair Tiger Grass Serum, Cream, and Color-Corrector.

A Mess-Free Cleansing Tool

Foreo Luna 3 Facial Cleansing Brush for Men

Luna 3 Facial Cleansing Brush for Men
A Mess-Free Cleansing Tool

Foreo Luna 3 Facial Cleansing Brush for Men

Credit: Dermstore

He'll get a mini face lift and deep cleaning experience all-in-one with this silicone facial brush from the beauty tech experts at Foreo. It uses T-sonic vibrations and a range of touchpoint sizes to not only lift dirt and oil from pores, but also give his go-to serums and moisturizers a little extra oomph once he's done cleansing.

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A Luxurious Cream

Le Domaine Skincare The Cream

The Cream
A Luxurious Cream

Le Domaine Skincare The Cream

Credit: Le Domaine

For the luxurious man in your life, this super rich cream from Le Domaine boasts olive oil, shea butter, and the brand's proprietary complex, which includes antioxidant-rich grapes, and leaves the skin feeling hydrated and plump. Plus, this cream is one of Brad Pitt's go-to products, so it's bound to impress him.

A Refreshing Facial Mist

SkinCeuticals Phyto Corrective Essence Mist

Phyto Corrective Essence Mist
A Refreshing Facial Mist

SkinCeuticals Phyto Corrective Essence Mist

Credit: Dermstore

Beauty shoppers in the know are raving about SkinCeuticals's hydrating and redness-reducing Phyto Corrective Essense Mist, which is perfect for the guy whose skin is easily irritated.

A Renewing Face Mask

buttah. by Dorion Renaud Charcoal Detox Mask

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Charcoal Detox Mask
A Renewing Face Mask

buttah. by Dorion Renaud Charcoal Detox Mask

Credit: Amazon

Nearly 500 Amazon shoppers are fans of Buttah.'s Charcoal Detox Mask, which also features Argan oil and shea butter to replenish his complexion as it draws out dirt and oil.

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A Set of Relaxing Sheet Masks

JAXON LANE Bro Mask: Korean Face Mask for Men (4-Pack)

Bro Mask: Korean Face Mask for Men (4-Pack)
A Set of Relaxing Sheet Masks

JAXON LANE Bro Mask: Korean Face Mask for Men (4-Pack)

Credit: Amazon

It may seem a little on the nose, but gifting your actual brother with this set of four firming and brightening sheet masks with "bro" in the title is almost too good of a holiday gift.

A Kit for Melanated Skin

Dr. Barbara Sturm Darker Skin Tones Discovery Kit

Darker Skin Tones Discovery Kit
A Kit for Melanated Skin

Dr. Barbara Sturm Darker Skin Tones Discovery Kit

Credit: Dr. Barbara Sturm

This five-piece skincare set from Dr. Barbara Sturm includes travel-friendly essentials like foam and enzyme cleansers, a hyaluronic acid serum, and more, each formulated especially for melanin-rich skin.

A Gentle Exfoliator

Humanrace Lotus Enzyme Exfoliator

Lotus Enzyme Exfoliator
A Gentle Exfoliator

Humanrace Lotus Enzyme Exfoliator

Credit: Thirteen Lune

To keep his complexion as smooth as possible, Pharrell Williams uses this gentle exfoliator from his brand, Humanrace. It features a blend of chemical and physical ingredients like glycolic acid and rice particles to sweep away dead skin cells.

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A Rich Shaving Cream

Acqua Di Parma Barbiere Shaving Cream

Barbiere Shaving Cream
A Rich Shaving Cream

Acqua Di Parma Barbiere Shaving Cream

Credit: Bluemercury

After using this hydrating shaving cream, which features a blend of pomegranate seed and lemon oils, basil extract, and hyaluronic acid, he might be convinced to book the next flight to Italy.

A Gentle Toner

Grown Alchemist Balancing Toner

Balancing Toner
A Gentle Toner

Grown Alchemist Balancing Toner

Credit: Dermstore

Treat his skin to this alcohol-free toner from Grown Alchemist that contains ginseng, chamomile and aloe vera to give his complexion a healthy glow.

An Ironman-Like Face Mask

Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro LED Light Therapy Device

DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro LED Light Therapy Device
An Ironman-Like Face Mask

Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro LED Light Therapy Device

Credit: Amazon

He can combat wrinkles and firm skin in no more than three minutes a day using this popular face mask from Dr. Dennis Gross, which contains 100 LED lights in red mode (anti-aging), and 62 LED lights in blue mode (acne-fighting).

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A Luxe Moisturizer

Augustinus Bader The Ultimate Soothing Cream

The Ultimate Soothing Cream
A Luxe Moisturizer

Augustinus Bader The Ultimate Soothing Cream

Credit: Augustinus Bader

If your dad or partner has sensitive skin, consider gifting him this popular luxe and soothing moisturizer from the experts at Augustinus Bader. And if he happens to be eco-conscious, did we mention it's also refillable?

A Long-Lasting Luxe Lip Balm

Chanel Boy de Chanel Lip Balm

Boy de Chanel Lip Balm
A Long-Lasting Luxe Lip Balm

Chanel Boy de Chanel Lip Balm

Credit: Chanel

For a more elevated balm pick, consider this matte option from Chanel that aims to keep his lips moisturized for up to eight hours per wear.

A Soothing Shave Gel

Clinique for Men Aloe Shave Gel

On Sale
Aloe Shave Gel
A Soothing Shave Gel

Clinique for Men Aloe Shave Gel

Credit: Macy's

If he has sensitive skin and prefers a close shave, Clinique's aloe-based shaving gel might become his new holy-grail grooming staple. As it's both fragrance- and oil-free, there's low risk of irritation.

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A Hydrating Facial Spray

Fieldtrip Wandermist Hydrating Facial Spray

On Sale
Wandermist Hydrating Facial Spray
A Hydrating Facial Spray

Fieldtrip Wandermist Hydrating Facial Spray

Credit: Nordstrom

Here's a multi-functional product that can help him stay awake through a string of Zoom meetings while keeping his skin refreshed. It uses a blend of rambutan peels, sage, and citrus to rejuvenate his complexion with just a few spritzes.

A Moisture Locking Balm

Joanna Czech The Balm

The Balm
A Moisture Locking Balm

Joanna Czech The Balm

Credit: Joanna Czech

Featuring a blend of ceramides and plumping hyaluronic acid, we're betting this rejuvenating balm from celebrity aesthetician Joanna Czech will become a mainstay in his daily routine.

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Tiffany Dodson
Associate Beauty Commerce Editor

Tiffany Dodson is currently the associate beauty commerce editor at Harper’s Bazaar, where she specializes in trend forecasting, building relationships with major and emerging brands, and crafting shopping stories—from holiday gift guides to product road tests. Tiffany's work has previously been featured in outlets like SELF, Bustle, and Teen Vogue, and she's been quoted as a commerce and beauty expert in publications and platforms like The Business of Fashion and NPR’s Life Kit podcast.

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