A combination of Asian herbs, botanicals with pure essential oils, and multi-vitamins which blend into an effective, non-greasy skincare regime (one of the best defenses against premature aging). From 25+ brands and 500+ products, urth managed to walk away with one of Men's Health 2007 Annual Grooming Awards
The core regime includes a Face Wash, Scrub, Shave Formula & Face Balm SPF 15 - none of which is tested on animals.
Available at GetUrth.com.
- Lesley Scott
Whether it's just a touchy subject or simply one a lot of guys don't want to touch, good skin care is important, especially over time; however, the sheer number & variety of products can be confusing to say the least. "As a guy, it's easy to be embarrassed to ask what a skincare product is supposed to do," notes skin care expert Kyle Stephens. "I know too many guys who will use the wrong products just because they refuse to educate themselves."
Stephens penned a recent article in Skincare-News.com, Skin Care Essentials for Men: a Few Things You May Want to Know About, explaining what each product does, and how they can all work together as a routine. The result? Clean & well groomed skin, fewer breakouts & oily patches, and less annoying razor bumps and cuts.
Check it out at Skincare-News.com.
- Lesley Scott
(illustration: renaudnaturals.com)
The new EmerginC products are
generating a lot of pull...it pulls me from my bed in the morning to
clean my face. All jokes aside, the face cleaner is one of the best I
have ever tired in my life. Full of natural ingredients such as
horsetail, rosemary, and pine extract, the EmerginC cleaner leaves
one's face feeling light and rejuvenated without the dry and harsh
feeling. Starting at $27, it's perfect for any skin type and it
readily removes the dirt from one's pores. For $49, the p.m.
fortifier is appropriate for the bedtime protection and recovery of
your visage. When I applied this before
bed, I awoke with a fresher looking countenance and I looked much
better than the day before. The last product included in the men's
EmerginC bundle is the post shave reinforcer. After shaving I applied
this to ease the burn, and for $47 it comes with another function; it
prevents after-shave bumping. This is a big problem for many men who
have sensitive skin, yet by using EmerginC I was able to keep this
under control. I highly recommend EmerginC due to its effectiveness
and for the fact there isn't a highly fragrant scent in any of their
products, which allows for discrete usage. This is one product that
truly works and it's well worth the money. EmerginC can be purchased
from www.emerginc.com. EmerginC is also carried at The Spa at
Caesar’s Palace, Carneros Inn and Spa, Miraval and select
nationwide retailers. On a final note, with Christmas quickly
approaching, EmerginC makes the perfect gift for dad.
-- Jared Johnson
Shaving
daily becomes a hassle without the necessary items such as a
sensitive shaving cream, face wash, and moisturizer. I personally
enjoy using products that leave me with a fresh smell and most
importantly- a great feeling. Since it's dermatologist approved and
recommended to all men, shaving products by Liz Earle can be
considered an affordable alternative to expensive skin treatments.
Liz Earle's shaving kit is packed with top notch natural ingredients
such as wheatgerm, tree moss, peppermint, cedarwood, coriander, and
vetiver. When I shaved with this kit, I was left with a smooth fresh
feeling, however, I wish Naturally Active provided a men's lotion for
dry skin. Perhaps there will be a future addition of lotion, shampoo
and other hygienic products. Naturally Active's pricing makes this
kit somewhat exclusive compared to other shaving assortments. The
face and body wash start at about $18, the shaving cream is about
$17, and the moisturizer is about $24. If you're just looking to
sample the Naturally Active bundle, that runs at about $20 for the
try-me kit. Products can be purchased from the Liz Earle online store
at: www.lizearle.com.
-- Jared Johnson
Winter brings about dry skin and I know best from living in Chicago all my life. I have to deal with harsh weather constantly, therefore I need a product that will keep my skin protected at all times. From heavy downpours of rain to long weekend snowstorms I know the products offered at Alphamale Skincare are effective for any skin situation. Created by Opie Lopansri, son of an accomplished dermatologist, Opie knows the importance of skincare firsthand. Many men are indifferent towards beauty products, but Alphamale will not lower any man's sense of masculinity, but rather increase it! Since men have thicker skin than women, the odds of dry skin are higher. Applying Alphamale's no sweat hand lotion keeps your hands healthy without the greasy residue allowing for a powerful, non-greasy hand shake after your conference. Razor blade shaving takes its toll often leaving a painful sensation afterwards. Alphamale's shave formula offers an easy solution to deter this discomfort. Combined with the refining face scrub, Alphamale's lineup of products will leave your face feeling clean, refreshed, and ready to take on the world. I agree Opie Lopansri was thinking about healthy skin on the entire body when he created the body scrub formula. Administering to the entire body is recommended for exfoliating dirt, grease, and oil from the body. Using this product will leave your body's skin as smooth as a baby's. These products have a very generous price point of about $16 to $29, with $29 being the most expensive. You can buy all Alphamale products are their website Alphamaleskincare.com. Also, feel free to telephone them at: +1 888 747 4589.
Photo Credit: Alphamaleskincare.com
-- Jared Johnson
