Men's skincare Best Of Guide

Best Skincare Routine for Men (2026)

Pick one routine and stick to it — that's the real secret.

🕐 The 2-Minute Routine (busy blokes)

  1. Cleanse (AM/PM): CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser (dry/sensitive) or CeraVe Foaming Cleanser (oily)
  2. Moisturise (AM/PM): Bulldog Original Moisturiser — simple, no drama
  3. SPF (AM only): La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune SPF50+

This is the minimum that still makes a visible difference. If you only do one thing in the morning, do SPF.

CeraVe Bulldog SPF50+

⏱️ The Proper Routine (5 minutes)

  1. Cleanse: CeraVe Foaming (oily) or Hydrating (dry)
  2. Treat (AM): The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% — shine, pores, blemishes
  3. Moisturise: La Roche-Posay Toleriane Sensitive Fluide
  4. SPF (AM): La Roche-Posay Anthelios SPF50+
  5. PM option (2-3 nights/week): The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7%

This is the "results" tier. Niacinamide is the easy win for most men — less oil, calmer skin, fewer random spots. Keep glycolic to a few nights weekly.

Niacinamide Glycolic Acid

🧪 The Full Works (10 minutes)

  1. Cleanse: CeraVe (match to skin type)
  2. Exfoliate (PM, 1-3x/week): The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7%
  3. Serum (AM): The Ordinary Niacinamide 10%
  4. Moisturise (AM/PM): La Roche-Posay Toleriane or Nivea Men Sensitive
  5. Eye area (optional): Bulldog Age Defence Eye Roll-On
  6. SPF (AM): La Roche-Posay Anthelios SPF50+ — non-negotiable

For lads who want the "sharp" look: smoother texture, even tone, less dullness. The key is consistency, not buying more products.

Nivea Men Eye Roll-On

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