Weird how good your skin suddenly looks.
Somehow, despite the fact that it’s almost 2021, there remains an antiquated notion that skin, hair, and personal care are the purview of women. We wholeheartedly reject this notion. While you may have different skin issues, hair concerns, whatever, than the ladies in your life, we all fundamentally want to feel good about the way we look. And yes, this remains true if the only other humans you are interacting with are ones you are seeing via Zoom.
Did we convince you? Excellent. Whether your goal is to stop your scalp from flaking or your face from panicking after every shave, these five products belong in your bathroom.
This paraben- and sulfate-free mask removes three things we most certainly don’t need on our faces: dirt, blackheads, and a surplus of oil. And before you ask, yes, it is extremely satisfying to peel off.
Charcoal Mask, $15, Black Wolf Nation.
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Allow us to interrupt your ‘90s flashback to assure you that Huron’s styling cream results in a look completely unlike the mess you are picturing. Instead, it adds texture, creates a light and flexible hold, and nourishes your hair in the process — all without parabens, sulfates, or the like.
Hair Styler, $12, Huron.
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Something like three-quarters of people experience dandruff, and Jupiter is on a mission to both talk about and deal with the common issue. The brand’s shampoo, conditioner, and serum set work together to moisturize, soothe, and heal your scalp and hair.
The "Triple Threat" Set, $71, Jupiter.
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If you only use a few skincare products, please let one be moisturizer. The contents of this sleek bottle nourishes skin, fights inflammation and redness, evens out skin tone, and hides zits, all while looking completely natural.
Tinted Moisturizer, $25, Stryx.
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If your skin freaks out at the mere thought of eliminating stubble, you clearly need Fabric’s shave cream and after-shave treatment. The ingredients, which include shea butter, tiger grass, and hemp and peppermint oil, calm inflammation and improve circulation.
Shaving Set For Men, $33, Fabric.