The cosmetic hall can be a mine field, let alone intimidating with the pristine consultants trying to push an array of products on you that you really didn’t want. The fact is mens skincare is one of the fastest growing sectors in the beauty business. We not only have skincare for every need and concern but men’s makeup to hide that morning after the night before staring back at you from the mirror. SHINE had made a tried and tested guide to bring you the cream of the crop to help you feel and look your best.

Lab Series For Men Multi-Action Face Wash (You can buy from Amazon.com in the US or Amazon.co.uk in the UK). A super foaming deep cleanser with gentle exfoliating beads with smooth dry patchy skin and give a great prep before a shave. Deep cleans by dissolving excess sebum which leaves skin clean and refreshed. Great for a normal to dry skin.

Origins Blade Runner Energizing Shave Cream. A frictionless shave with conditioning Kukui and Soybean. Not only do you get a smooth, rash free shave but Peppermint and Eucalyptus give a great wake up zing to the skin.

Clinique Skin Supplies For Men Face Scrub (You can buy from Amazon.com in the US or Amazon.co.uk in the UK). The perfect exfoliator that de-flakes, polishes and gives a powerful kick to brighten the skin. Formulated with Salicylic Acid for that extra boost. Perfect before a shave. A bathroom must have!

Kiehl’s Facial Fuel SPF 15 Energizing Moisture. This non-oily moisturizer helps to protect and waken dull, fatigued skin. Packed full of potent Vitamin C and E, Chestnut Extract and soy with a sunscreen of 15. Improves the healthy look and texture of the skin. Great for all skin types.

Biotherm Homme Aquapower Moisturizer for Dry Skin (You can buy from Amazon.com in the US). This is a fresh, ultra moisturizing creamy-gel enriched with Thermal Plankton. Skin feels hydrated all day with a combination of Ceramides, Shea Butter and Apricot oil. The overall appearance was a more healthy and supple skin. Great for sun dehydrated or winter dried skin types.

Dior Homme Dermo System Soothing Moisturizing Lotion (You can buy from Amazon.com in the US or Amazon.co.uk in the UK). This lightweight, non-oily lotion helps to combat shave irritation with alpha-bisabolol and also protects skin from bacteria. Our top rated skin soother!

Shiseido For Men Deep Wrinkle Corrector (You can buy from Amazon.com in the US). A high performance cream for targeted treatment of deep lines or wrinkles. Great for the forehead, eyes and around the mouth. With Retinol A Complex and the unique Shiseido Defense Complex this truly does iron out those creases for a more youthful look. Our top rated anti-aging product!

Clarins Men Anti-Fatigue Eye serum (You can buy from Amazon.com in the US or Amazon.co.uk in the UK). Lightweight and refreshing, helps to combat dark circles and puffiness. Ginger helps to firm while Ginkgo Biloba detoxifies for a more youthful and energized appearance. Use morning and evening.

L’Homme Yves Saint Laurent Radiant Touch For Men. An amazing under eye concealer that hides those long days and long nights. Helps to minimize dark circles and puffiness in seconds. Invisible and easy to use. A must have for the bathroom cabinet.

Tom Ford For Men Extreme (You can buy from Amazon.com in the US). A sophisticated men’s fragrance with notes of Thai basil, coriander, chamomile, cardamom, cinnamon bark, Persian lemon and cistus. The heart melts black plum, Parma violet, cedar-wood Atlas and sandalwood, with a pinch of saffron and thyme and rich flavours of Brogiotto black fig. The base notes mix rum, Haitian vetiver, caramel, vanilla, black truffle, fir balsam, leather, amber, ‘patchouli vieux’ and shoyeido incense. This fragrance turns heads, get some to enhance that sex appeal!