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When it comes to skincare, everyone’s looking for a magic bullet to bathe themselves in the fountain of youth. And while many men may be interested in staying young and healthy looking for as long as possible, a lot of Us don’t know where to start. But it doesn’t have to be that complicated!
As Renée A. Beach, MD, FRCPC, a dermatologist and founder of DermAtelier on Avenue in Toronto, explains, men won’t necessarily need to avoid reaching for products that are intended for women, however, she notes that “men’s skin is generally thicker so it may tolerate a stronger formulation than the average woman.”
So, what exactly should you be looking for when you’re eyeing down a row of anti-aging creams? Dr. Beach tells us that ”Favorable ingredients can include: retinol l (e.g. retinyl palmitate); AHAs – alpha hydroxy acids; niacinamide; resveratrol – these are agents which boost skin’s cell cycles and provide smoothening, brightening.”
Is there anything in particular that we should avoid? Yes! Dr. Beach suggests steering clear of creams with oils, fragrances, or a heavy texture as “these can lead to irritation like redness, scaling, bumps and they can cause these little white hard balls [‘called] “milia” on the face.”
Bearing all of the above information in mind, we sought to round up some of our absolute favorite men’s anti-aging creams — using extensive research and the expertise provided by Dr. Beach to guide us, of course! Read on for our top picks!

Weleda Rejuvenating Day Cream
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Finding a day cream that isn’t thick like a night cream is a challenging task, but this creamy sacha inchi and blue gentian formula nails it! Polyunsaturated fatty acids lock in moisture while blue gentian firms, yielding a smooth, youthful complexion.
Edelweiss extract is just icing on the antioxidant cake!

Mizz Korea Million Dollar Genes Cream
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This luxurious formula is right on the money! It should probably be more expensive than it actually is, but you won’t hear Us complaining. The ingredients increase collagen production, the protein that gives your skin its bouncy, elastic look. Simply apply in the morning and at night!

Cetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream
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As much as we love to try new products, you can’t go wrong with a tried-and-true classic. This renewing Cetaphil cream is designed to visibly restore your skin while you sleep so you wake up with a Prince Charming-level glow.
And if you fall on the sensitive skin side of the spectrum, this formula doesn’t contain retinol, instead opting for more soothing purified peptides that firm without irritation!

Kiehl’s Super Multi Corrective Soft Cream
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Why choose one benefit when you can do it all? This lightweight “super cream” pairs the anti-aging molecule Proxylane with adenosine and capryloyl glycine to improve your complexion, particularly oily and combination skin.
After using this moisturizer, 98% of users noted boosted radiance while 96% saw firmer skin, more elasticity and visible anti-aging results.

CeraVe Skin Renewing Day Cream with Sunscreen
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This cream is a cocktail of everything you want in an anti-aging cream and nothing you don’t. It even contains SPF! Made with encapsulated retinol, you’ll notice a reduced appearance of wrinkles, bouncier skin and luminous hydration.
Ceramides protect the skin barrier, too!

Curel Intensive Moisture Facial Cream
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Those who know skincare know Curel. This intensive moisturizing cream is fragrance-free, colorant-free, pH-balanced and ultra-gentle for dry, sensitive skin.
Ceramides are the superstars in the formula, functioning as a moisture retention barrier that locks in hydration. It’s a bestseller in Japan for good reason!

Brickell Men’s Products Revitalizing Anti-Aging Cream
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Even the packaging of this anti-aging cream is manly. Geared toward men’s thicker, more porous skin, this revitalizing cream features ingredients known to reduce sagging, maintain moisture, reduce dark sports and tighten the skin.
You’ll look 10 years younger in no time!

Weleda Plumping Night Cream
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Plumping is key in the anti-aging realm as our skin naturally loses its bouncy look over time. Collagen and elastin loss is why it wrinkles, creases and sags, but don’t worry — it’s a natural process!
That said, if you want to look like you did in your glory days, you’re going to want to check out this night cream chocked full of pomegranate seed oil, olive leaf extract and other cell-renewing ingredients.

Blu Atlas Face Moisturizer
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A combination of vitamins E and C is what gives this daily moisturizer its age-fighting flair. We lean toward this ultra-hydrating moisturizer’s clean ingredients that brighten, regulate oil, smooth and firm.
Choose between two decadent scents or opt for the unscented variety . . . or both!

Wingo Moisturizer Anti-Aging Cream
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No oil needed! We may have just found your latest skincare obsession.
This all-in-one cream works under the eyes, after shaving, in the morning, at night and really whenever you want a quick boost of youthfulness. It firms and lifts without oil, using niacinamide, ceramide and licorice extract instead!

Jaxon Lane Relax and Repair Ultimate Anti-Aging Face Moisturizer
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Get ready to have people ask you what college you attend. Okay, maybe you won’t look 20 years old, but this smoothing formula will even your skin tone and treat fine lines to give you a bright-eyed and dewy look at any age.
The cream won’t make your skin greasy, either!

Hims Goodnight Wrinkle Cream
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Budget-friendly find alert! This dermatologist-tested formula deeply hydrates and reduces redness, boasting a slew of powerhouse ingredients like hyaluronic acid, caffeine and shea butter to reduce inflammation while visibly reducing fine lines, puffiness and dark circles.
It does so without any animal products or parabens, so you can feel good about what you’re putting on your skin!

Rugged & Dapper Age Defense Face Cream
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The brand name says it all. Whether used in the morning or at night, this bestseller nourishes all skin types with 24 hours of hydration.
Green tea, vitamin E, aloe vera, stearic acid and jojoba oil are a few of the superstars in the lineup, nearly guaranteeing a restored complexion.

Viking Revolution Men’s Care Rejuvenating Face Moisturizer
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Good skincare doesn’t have to cost half your paycheck! This revitalizing blend is designed for men of all ages and skin types.
It uses only natural ingredients for a chemical-free glow! You can also use this moisture as preventative skincare if you’re really ahead of the game.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Regenerating Cream
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Calling all the impatient folks out there! This rapid formula works upon contact to start smoothing crow’s feet, diminishing dark spots and plumping while fighting dullness.
More than 33,000 reviewers give this cream five stars, so if you don’t take our word for it, take theirs! You’ll notice instant hydration, even if you have dry skin.

Zohraa Retinol Collagen Day & Night Anti-Aging Cream
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5% hyaluronic acid combined with retinol and collagen gives this day-and-night cream its superpowers. The dynamic combo is ideal for anyone who needs intensive hydration without the greasy feel or those who want nourished, elastic skin that never seems to age . . . or those who want both.

Oddball Collagen Age Defense + Face Moisturizer
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Let’s talk about collagen! Collagen isn’t just a buzzword in the skincare and health guru community.
It works to smooth wrinkles and restore firmness, especially when teamed up with brightening vitamin C, softening aloe vera and a peptide complex that repairs the skin barrier.

L’Oreal Paris Revitalift Triple Power Moisturizer
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Ready for lift? You’ll notice three benefits — reduced wrinkles, firmer skin and brighter skin — in a single week thanks to this pro-retinol and vitamin C moisturizer.
Just trust Us . . . next week, you’ll have wished you started today! The revitalizing formula is ideal for sensitive skin, too.

WildePrime Moisturizing Anti-Aging Cream
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Tighten, lift and smooth at the same time, all while giving your skin a substantial boost of hydration it desperately seeks. According to reviewers, “this stuff really works”, calling it the “best cream out there”.
“This is a great product for older men, like myself, who have the ‘Peter Pan Syndrome…’” one reviewer writes.

IT Cosmetics Confidence In A Cream Anti-Aging Armour Rejuvenating Concentrate
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“Confidence in a cream” is a bold claim, but when you’re looking and feeling a decade younger, you’ll understand why! This pick from IT Cosmetics is a no-brainer for anyone looking to get wrinkle-fighting doses of niacinamide and peptides.
Squalene is another player on this team that will keep your skin soft and hydrated for days!

RoC Multi Correxion Even Tone + Lift Night Cream
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The sun, stress, environmental toxins and the inevitable age clock all strain our skin. Sometimes you need to do some corrective work!
This correcting cream goes on at night and yields a slept-nine-hours glow every single morning . . . even if you didn’t. How?
Hexyl-R Complex Technology, of course! All you need to know is that it works.

Eight Saints Up the Anti Ante Aging Night Cream
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Stop slacking on your skincare routine. Yes, we’re looking at you!
This no-nonsense night cream contains niacinamide to assist in ceramide, elastin and keratin production as well as hyalutonic acid for moisture. Plus, a subtle green tea scent will make you feel like you’re having a (manly) spa day!

Naked Skincare Naked Retinol Night Cream
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Get naked — with your skincare. You don’t need a bunch of parabens, sulfates, chemicals and animal products to get the renewed, glowy complexion you once had.
This retinol-based cream relies on the tried-and-true basics to fight free radicals, even skin tone, plump, boost radiance and replenish the skin. Your partner can get Naked Skincare, too!

Anthony Day Cream SPF 30
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Shh! Don’t tell anyone, but we may have just found the closest thing to the fountain of youth — in cream form!
Protecting your skin from the sun is one of the simplest ways to stop accelerated skin aging and the ensuing consequences of prolonged sun exposure. This SPF 30 contains AHAs that reduce hyperpigmentation as well as vitamin B and wheat protein for a one-and-done a.m. experience.

Lumin Moisturizing Balm
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It’s not a cream . . . it’s a balm! This moisturizing balm will reduce wrinkles, dullness, dark spots and dark circles, all without leaving your skin greasy.
It utilizes a variety of natural ingredients that focus on both the treatment and prevention of accelerated aging, even including the oh-so-anti-inflammatory ginger extract.

ElySeoul Super Retinol Cream
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If you’re tired of the options over here, take this anti-wrinkle cream from Korean skincare brand ElySeoul! Designed for the face and neck, this firming cream visibly revives skin, allowing you to walk around with a glow so bright that everyone needs sunnies.

Eclat Midnight Miracle Retinol Night Cream
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Coined a “miracle cream” by the brand, this bestseller has the antioxidants to back it up. The classics — retinol and hyaluronic acid — smooth the skin while vitamins C and E brighten.
It even has pennywort and sea oak to hydrate the skin, making this a slam dunk in our skincare opinion!





