The Rec List: Summer Grooming Products for Men

Posted on 07/09/2021 Last updated on 08/25/2021

The summer here in Japan is hot and humid. For men especially, that means a lot of sweating, oily skin and greasy hair. When the weather is hot, dust and dirt can worsen our problems and sometimes may cause breakouts in our skin. But if we have the right products, we can fix these problems before they spiral out of control.

And with the following, you can also hopefully do it without breaking the bank! Here are my picks for the top Japanese skincare products for men, but don’t worry- we’ll get around to an equivalent list for women sooner or later!

UNO Whip Wash Black, ¥ 398

After a long day of work, the best thing to do is wash your face with a quality facial wash. This product can remove the dirt and oil that accumulated the whole day without clogging the pores and will also leave you a cool sensation that is perfect after a refreshing bath.

UNO Perfect Cream, ¥ 1,080

After washing your face, you need to moisturize. This is very important even in summer. This product has all the things you need in a great moisturizer. This product is light-weight feeling when you apply it, it’s mild to your skin and it doesn’t make your skin feel oily while keeping your skin moisturized. This product is also a good after-shave cream.

Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Gel SPF50 PA+, ¥ 880

Now after washing and moisturizing your skin, the best thing to do is to protect it from the sun to prevent skin aging and sunburn. I have been personally using this product for quite a while now and I am amaze how good it is. Its not heavy when you apply it to your face, it’s waterproof when you are sweating but easily washable, and it won’t dry out your skin.

Utena Everish Aloe Scrub Wash, ¥ 320-400

Exfoliating your skin at least once a week is very important too. This product gently exfoliates the skin and removes dead skin cells, leaving your skin looking smooth, soft and moisturized. Exfoliating before shaving could also help you remove facial hair easily and avoid ingrown hairs.

Schick Hydro Shaving Gel Form, ¥ 500-700

When shaving your facial hair, I highly recommend this product. Not only will it help you to shave easily and prevent shaving cuts but t will also protect and moisturize your skin after shaving. You don’t want to go outside with red spots on your face caused by bad shaving. And last but not the least…

UNO Double Paste Super Hard, ¥ 711

This product can be bought in any 7-Eleven or most other convenience stores. Whether you are rocking a short hairstyle or mid-length pompadour, this product is perfect for summer. This hair product is a combination of gel and wax so it holds your hair without feeling sticky and it has a nice citrus spice fragrance. This product is also easily washable and will give your hair a natural look.

Conclusion

Each one of us has our own preferences when choosing grooming products. These products are all just my personal choices. You can always try out different products and experiment because what’s good for me might not work for you. Just always remember that the most important thing is that in any season, we must take care of ourselves, live and eat healthy, and try to look the best we can!

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