Clinique Laboratories- subsidiary of the Estée Lauder Companies- is a manufacturer of allergy tested, dermatologist-driven line of skincare, cosmetics, toiletries and fragrances. The luxury beauty brand is popular for its dermatology-driven base. In 1967 Vogue published an article titled “Can Great Skin Be Created?” written by Carol Phillips and Dr. Norman Orentreich, discussing the significance of a three-step skincare routine. Evelyn Lauder- daughter-in-law of Estée Lauder- read the article and tired of one-size-fits-all creams, collaborated with both Carol Phillips and Norman Orentreich to develop dermatological- driven skincare and cosmetics. In 1968 Clinique premiered as the world’s first dermatologist-driven brand. Let’s check out some of its men’s grooming best-sellers.
Clinique For Men™ Charcoal Face Wash
Clinique For Men™ Charcoal Face Wash delivers a deep-pore clean. The detoxifying gel wash is Ophthalmologist tested, allergy tested and 100 per cent fragrance free. With key ingredients charcoal and glycerin, benefits include deep-cleaning skin and unclogging pores. the charcoal cleanser draws out the dirt and excess oil that can clog pores while the soothing, non-drying lather gently foams away impurities, leaving all skin types feeling fresh and rejuvenated. This men’s skincare essential is free of fragrance, Parabens, Phthalates, Oil, Gluten, drying alcohol, synthetic colors, Sodium lauryl sulfate and Sodium laureth sulfate. The daily routine is quite simple. Use the charcoal face wash twice a day, morning and night. Lather between palms with tepid water, massage all over damp skin to remove dirt and oil, rinse well and towel dry.
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Clinique For Men™ Exfoliating Tonic
Clinique For Men™ Exfoliating Tonic is a daily exfoliator for normal to dry skin types. It de-flakes, unclogs pores and smooths skin’s surface to reveal clearer skin. This action preps skin for a shave and also minimises oil build-up. No matter what the age or skin type, men must integrate exfoliation into their skincare routine. Exfoliation helps remove the top layer of dead skin that allows the rest of the skincare products to penetrate properly and make the facial skin feel young, radiant and healthier. And though exfoliation has a number of benefits, men must be careful not to over-exfoliate as this can aggravate the skin and cause further dryness. For best results, exfoliate two to three times a week.
Clinique For Men™ Face Scrub
Clinique’s bestselling face scrub for men smooths and de-flakes skin, gently clearing the way for the close shaves. Allergy tested and 100 per cent fragrance free, the face scrub with Salicylic acid and silica helps exfoliate dulling flakes and presents excess oil build-up, prepping skin for shaving. Free of fragrance, Parabens
Phthalates and Oil, the luxury beauty brand’s face scrub contains rounded granules that won’t scratch skin and is the first step in men’s pre-shave routine. The application is simple. Simply apply Clinique scrub over over wet face, avoiding the eye area, before using cleanser and shaving. Wet skin and rub gently until the face scrub turns white and then rinse off. A pre-shave essential, it clears away dirt and debris, and helps lift beard hairs for a close shave.
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Clinique Pep-Start™ Daily UV Protector Broad Spectrum SPF 50
Sunscreen isn’t just a skincare essential for women! Men should apply it every day if they want to shield their skin against harmful UV rays and knock 10 years off their face with regular usage. Clinique Pep-Start™ Daily UV Protector Broad Spectrum SPF 50 is a favourite with men with the ultra-lightweight sunscreen and universal perfecting tint in one providing adequate sun protection for all skin types. The luxury brand’s sunscreen has a 100 percent mineral formula that protects skin against UVA and UVB rays with a powerhouse SPF 50. Feeling weightless on the skin, usage of this tinted sunscreen looks better-than-bare on all skin tones. Ideal for a naturally perfected look, the sunscreen is oil-free, non-Acnegenic, dermatologist tested and Ophthalmologist tested. A must-have skincare and grooming essential before heading out into the sun.
Clinique For Men™ Oil Control Exfoliating Tonic
Clinique For Men™ Oil Control Exfoliating Tonic is a daily exfoliator for normal to oily skin types. With the power to remove excess oil and unclog pores, this product from luxury brand Clinique is perfect for combination, oily, dry and even absolutely parched skin. And, it’s especially beneficial for men with oily T-zones. For the best results, use twice daily to control oil buildup effectively. Men will benefit integrating the tonic into their daily grooming routine as the exfoliating tonic removes excess oil, helping to minimise oil build-up, unclog pores and maintain clearer skin while also de-flaking the skin’s surface to smooth, soften and prep for shave. Since it prevents oil build-up, the tonic can also be used after heavy workouts and after shaving too for anti-inflammation.
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Jasmeen Dugal is Associate Editor at FashionABC, contributing her insights on fashion, technology, and sustainability. She brings with herself more than two decades of editorial experience, working for national newspapers and luxury magazines in India.
Jasmeen Dugal has worked with exchange4media as a senior writer contributing articles on the country’s advertising and marketing movements, and then with Condenast India as Net Editor where she helmed Vogue India’s official website in terms of design, layout and daily content. Besides this, she is also an entrepreneur running her own luxury portal, Explosivefashion, which highlights the latest in luxury fashion and hospitality.
