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The 20 Best Face Moisturizers for Men in 2023, Tested by Dermatologists and Grooming Experts
From flaky and dry, to shiny and oily.
YOU'VE UPGRADED from a soap-and-water situation to a great facial cleanser that'll make your skin feel fresh, but to really get your mug in tip top shape, you need to use a moisturizer every day. Moisturizers are important for keeping your skin hydrated throughout the day to combat everything from dryness and flakiness to shine and oil production. And it's never too late to start a great skincare routine.
The best moisturizers for men should contain ingredients to help strengthen and protect the skin, not just keep it hydrated. Ohio-based dermatologist Sarah Stierman, M.D. recommends multi-tasking moisturizers that contain “niacinamide which is an anti-inflammatory B vitamin that can help stave off blemishes in oiler skin, hyaluronic acid which draws water and holds moisture against the skin, and ceramides which are lipids that help with barrier repair and soothing the skin—very important when you’re shaving regularly.” And, of course, broad-spectrum SPF moisturizer to protect against the damaging rays of the sun.
To find the best moisturizers for men, we enlisted a panel of board-certified dermatologists, as well as our Grooming editors and contributors to test and evaluate more than 100 moisturizers for men. We looked for moisturizers that worked for a variety of skin concerns, and across a variety of price points, to find one that works for your unique skin.
Garrett Munce writes about men's style and grooming. He's written for Esquire, New York Magazine, Spotlyte, and Very Good Light and held staff positions at GQ and W. Follow his skincare obsession on Instagram at @garrettmunce.
As Men's Health's Deputy Editor, Commerce, Christian Gollayan oversees all shopping content on menshealth.com. He relocated back to New York by way of Portland, where he was the Associate Managing Editor at TheManual.com. Christian's work has also been featured in InStyle, Food & Wine, the New York Post, and Tatler Asia.
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