Starting skincare from scratch? If creating the perfect regimen has never been at the top of your to-do list, you may not know where to begin.

The good news is that creating a skincare routine for men doesn’t have to be complicated. Whether you’re looking to boost your skin’s moisture or target signs of aging, a few go-to products will make all the difference.

Discover a simple and effective men’s skincare routine that won’t take more than five minutes a day. Plus, we’re sharing an extra care step if you want to power up your regimen.

Our Complete Men’s Skincare Routine

Step 1: Cleanser
Why You Need It: All day (and night), your skin collects dirt, oil and other impurities that cause dullness, dehydration and other skin concerns. Think of cleanser as a “reset button” for your skin.

What to Use: A gentle, non-stripping cleanser that suits your skin type morning and night. Our Advanced Night Cleansing Gelée gently and thoroughly cleanses while balancing and supporting your skin’s barrier. Massage this soft foam cleanser into damp skin in circular motions for around 30 seconds. Then, thoroughly rinse your face with warm water.

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Step 2: Toner
Why You Need It: Toner is one of those products most guys skip—but shouldn’t. These formulas can help soothe redness, hydrate, remove any leftover residue your cleanser missed and more. Plus, it preps your skin to better absorb everything else you’re about to apply.

What to Use: A formula like Perfectly Clean Toning Lotion/Refiner tones and exfoliates in one. It removes dead skin cells and balances your complexion for a brighter, smoother appearance. Pour a few drops on a cotton pad or your hands and gently swipe or pat it onto your face.

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Step 3: Eye Cream
Why You Need It: The skin around your eyes is thinner and more delicate than the rest of your face, making it more prone to showing signs of fatigue and age.

A good eye cream can help hydrate, brighten the look of dark circles, depuff the undereye area and deliver more must-have benefits.

What to Use: Target signs of eye aging with Advanced Night Repair Eye Gel-Creme. This lightweight, anti-oxidant eye cream hydrates and nourishes for a wide-awake look. Dab a pea-sized amount of product on your ring finger and gently apply it all around the eye area.

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Step 4: Face Serum
Why You Need It: Serums are lightweight formulas packed with active ingredients that target specific concerns, like dullness, dryness, signs of aging or uneven skintone.

What to Use: Simplify this step with a serum that does it all: Advanced Night Repair Serum. This bestseller provides multiple skincare benefits in a single formula, including 72-hour hydration, anti-oxidant power, radiance and more. Apply one dropper of serum morning and night to your face and neck. Bonus tip: Use it in place of your aftershave for a soothed and hydrated feel post-shave.

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Step 5: Moisturizer
Why You Need It: Moisturizer is a must-have (even if you have oily skin). It hydrates, strengthens and protects your moisture barrier and seals in all the benefits from the previous steps.

What to Use: Our Revitalizing Supreme+ Creme nourishes skin with instant 72-hour hydration while strengthening skin over time. Searching for a lightweight moisturizer formula? Revitalizing Supreme+ Lotion can give you similar benefits with a more fluid milky texture. Apply your chosen formula all over your face and neck after serum.

Bonus tip: For daytime, use a moisturizer with SPF like Revitalizing Supreme+ Creme SPF 25 to help prevent premature signs of aging. 

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Extra Care Step: Overnight Treatment
This is where your skincare does some heavy lifting. Overnight treatments are designed to work with your skin’s natural rhythm of renewal while you sleep. Advanced Night Repair Overnight Treatment strengthens and hydrates skin so you awaken with a recharged, more energized look.

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