Why not ditch the tie this year? Father’s Day Wellness Gifts: Skincare for Men
When choosing personal care items to use after hot yoga, a session at the gym, or just for everyday cleanliness, read labels carefully. Choose grooming products that nourish the skin rather than leave a harmful residue on the surface of our largest organ. Here are a few faves that support health—and looking and smelling good—from the inside out.
Yuli Mr. Incredible Shave Oil
Mr. Incredible is an elixir crafted using the same methods as cold-pressing juice or oil. This allows for the most intact form of the active ingredients in the jojoba and grape seed oils to nourish your skin. As a beard oil, it absorbs quickly to add moisture to your beard and the skin beneath it without being too heavy. Added bonus: the blend of sandalwood, chompake (yellow orchid), and black calla lily, creates a scent that can be a stand-in for your cologne. This is one of the most luxurious, all-natural, and possibly most nutritional items for a man’s face and beard. $29 for one ounce; yuliskincare.com
Jack Black All-Over Wash
This all-in-one wash is a must-have for the guy-on-the-go; it’s made without parabens, sulfates, synthetic fragrances, synthetic dyes, petro-derived chemicals, phthalates, GMOs, or triclosans. What it is: a rich, gentle soap that washes clean and smells masculine. $15; getjackblack.com
JASON Thin to Thick Extra Volume Shampoo
This shampoo is full of ingredients great for the scalp and hair including: plant-based proteins to nourish scalp and hair, biotin to strengthen the hair, and aloe vera to moisturize. A dab will do. $11; jason-personalcare.com
Giovanni Wellness System Conditioner
This antioxidant conditioner delights with the scent of green tea, tingles with Chinese herbs, and moisturizes with grape seed oils. $9; giovannicosmetics.com
Every Man Jack Deodorant
The sandalwood and other essential oils drive away the grunge from sweat while reducing inflammation and soothing sensitive skin.
$7.49 for 3 ounces; everymanjack.com
Aubrey Men’s Stock Daily Moisturizer
Clear, comfortable, and lightweight, this daily moisturizer derived from flaxseed oil balances oil production, reduces razor bumps, soothes and hydrates, and improves skin tone and texture. $14.55 for 2 ounces; aubrey-organics.com
Nardos All Natural Body Lotion
This creamy combination of organic aloe vera, shea butter, and coconut oil hydrates dry, cracked, and damaged skin. Perfect for any climate or weather conditions. Guys also like soft subtle skin. $13.99 7.6 ounces; nardosnatural.com
ECO Logical Skin All Natural Sunscreen SPF 30+
Protect face and body with this hypoallergenic, fragrance-free sunscreen which uses potent antioxidants (green tea and grapeseed oil) and anti-aging ingredients (shea butter and jojoba) to protect and hydrate. ecofriendlyskincareandcosmetics.com.au
Photo by: Nathan Worden
Beyond Products/Pampering in a Man Cave
Try some self-care at Hammer & Nails in West Hollywood. Imagine walking into a sleek man cave with oversized leather chairs, personal TVs, and complimentary beverages. Sit back and treat yourself to a manicure, pedicure, hand and foot massage, or a great facial. Book your appointment at visit hammerandnails-salon.com.
Mito Aviles is a seasoned designer based in West Hollywood with over a decade of design/styling experience. He considers himself an artistic entrepreneur lending his talents to different publications. Instagram: @mistertreat