How To Exfoliate Men’s Faces (and the Best Exfoliators To Use)

Something we’re asked all the time is, ‘Should men exfoliate?’

The answer is a definite yes!

By sloughing away dry, dead surface cells, regular exfoliation hugely benefits anyone’s skin.

The perks are countless: skin becomes brighter and more even, texture improves, and even signs of ageing like pigmentation and lines can be reduced.

For men, exfoliation also comes with the added benefit of breakout reduction via the unblocking of facial hair follicles. Sounds like a lot of wins to us!

Now that we’ve resolved whether it’s a thing to exfoliate for men, let’s check out your options for the best exfoliating products for men.

Whether you’re on the hunt for a men's exfoliating face wash, or the best men's exfoliating body wash, we’ve got you covered...

Here Are the Best Exfoliators for Men

How To Exfoliate Men’s Faces

Before racing off to give your mug a good scrub, there’s a few things to know first ...

To start with, these products fall into two categories: physical exfoliants and chemical exfoliants.

Some products even combine the best of both worlds with both physical and chemical actions.

Wondering how to exfoliate for men? The type of product you choose will largely determine this. Some are used just like a face wash while others are applied like a mask.

Regardless of what formula you’re using, it’s important to follow your exfoliation session with hydrating products, including a serum and a moisturiser, to replenish the skin’s moisture levels.

And when it comes to finding the best exfoliator for men, it’s important to know there’s no one-size-fits-all solution.

For best results, it’s crucial to grab a product that’s suitable for your skin type and your specific needs.

If you're still curious to learn more about the different types of exfoliants, have a watch of this YouTube video...

So there you have it! All our best recs on exfoliating products for men and our tips on how to exfoliate men's faces.

For more skincare and grooming products made for the fellas, check out our men’s category or have a read through the guides below...

• 7 Awesome Face Washes for Men (Because the Supermarket Stuff Doesn’t Always Cut It)

• Meet the 8 Best Body Washes for Men

• 6 Best Products to Groom, Shape, and Tame Men’s Eyebrows (Properly)

• Here Are the 8 Best Fragrances for Men (to Suit Every Season)

• We've Picked Out Our Top 6 Concealers for Men

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