No-Shave November: Best Facial Products for Men
The annual tradition of growing a moustache or beard in November aims to bring awareness to various cancers. Men can make it through the entire month without shaving by using some of these facial products.
Skinfix
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As No-Shave November approaches, men need to get their skin in ideal condition for growing their beards. Skinfix tackles the dry skin and irritation to help maintain facial hair throughout the month. Men just have to follow three simple steps for a healthier skin -- use the daily Foaming Oil Cleanser to remove dirt, Moisture Boost Serum to combat dryness, and their Lip Repair Balm to aid in chapped lips.
LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics
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Using organic fruits, vegetables and essential oils, LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics offers two products that will be help men throughout November. For furry faces, men can use the Kalamazoo Beard and Facial Wash, made with fresh pineapple juice, almond oil and other natural ingredients to cleanse the skin and wash away dirt and oil. Tackling dry beards, the "Veerappan" is their vegan moustache wax, made with rose wax and sandalwood oil. With a little bit of wax, men will be able to hydrate and sculpt their new facial hair.
Soniclear
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Maintaining a hygienic beard is vital throughout No-Shave November. One of the first and only antimicrobial Sonic cleansing brushes on the market, SoniClear does not spread germs and bacteria onto the face. With six different speeds, the waterproof, deep-cleansing brush promotes exfoliation and cell turnover for soft, youthful-looking skin. Offered in various colors, the masculine black brush is made out of carbon fiber with a stylish design.
Sabon
Striving to create an elevated experience for bath and body products, Sabon continues their tradition of using the finest natural ingredients for their Gentleman's Collection. Once November comes to an end, men can use their shaving cream made with white tea oil, coconut oil, aloe vera, shea butter and grapeseed oil to take off all the facial hair.
Lovely Beards
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As November progresses, it is important to care for the beard properly. Lovely Beards' balms and oils help moisturize the hair, allowing for comfortable facial hair growth. Offered in various scents, the oils and balms cater to different types of hairstyles and help avoid itchy, unpleasant beards. People can choose between bourbon, black pepper, vanilla sandalwood and mandarin scents as they care for their facial hair.
Dove
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Dove Men+Care products offers gentlemen the opportunity to cleanse, purify and moisturize in one simple step. The Deep Clean Body and Face Bar contains cream to help maintain the skin's hydration levels. Like other Dove products, the Men+Care line is dermatologist-recommended and specifically designed for men 's grooming needs.
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