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The men's anti-aging skincare routine

The short answerA men's anti-aging routine can be four products: a cleanser, an antioxidant moisturizer in the morning, a retinoid at night and a sunscreen. skinbetter Solo Hydrating Defense covers moisturizer and antioxidant in one step, which keeps the morning to under a minute.

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The four-product routine

Morning: cleanse, Solo, sunscreen. Night: cleanse, AlphaRet.

  1. 1skinbetter science Refining Foam CleanserCleanse

    Refining Foam Cleanser

    skinbetter scienceAn exfoliating foam cleanser for normal to oily skin. Doubles as shave prep.$48

  2. 2skinbetter science Solo Hydrating Defense Men 50mLAM moisturize

    Solo Hydrating Defense Men 50mL

    skinbetter scienceA once-daily antioxidant moisturizer formulated specifically for men's skin.$165

  3. 3skinbetter science AlphaRet Overnight Cream 30 mLPM retinoid

    AlphaRet Overnight Cream 30 mL

    skinbetter scienceStart three nights a week. The single most effective anti-aging step after sunscreen.$145

  4. 4EltaMD UX AOX Mist - SPF 40Protect

    UX AOX Mist – SPF 40

    EltaMDA sheer mineral SPF 40 spray. No white cast, easy over a beard.$45

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Why men's skin needs a slightly different routine

Men's skin tends to be oilier with larger pores, and daily shaving is itself a form of exfoliation. That is why a foam cleanser, a lighter moisturizer and a spray sunscreen fit better than heavy creams.

How to fit it around shaving

Cleanse, shave, then moisturizer and sunscreen. Keep the retinoid to evenings, and skip it on any night your skin feels raw from shaving.

Over 40 and want more?

Add an antioxidant serum under Solo in the morning.

Alto Defense Serum

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Alto Defense Serum
$165

Questions people ask

What skincare should a man use for anti-aging?

Cleanser, antioxidant moisturizer, nightly retinoid, daily sunscreen.

Is Solo only for men?

skinbetter formulated it for men's skin, but anyone who wants moisturizer and antioxidant in a single step can use it.

Do men need eye cream?

Optional. Add one if crow's feet or puffiness bother you.

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Products are dispensed by Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Center, an authorized retailer. This guide is general education, not medical advice. Follow the aftercare instructions from your own provider.