1 CLEAN: Kyoku Daily Facial Cleanser
Start off with a facial cleanser that will give your skin a boost before a long day of work. Ginseng and sunflower oil team up to penetrate pores and protect your skin from frigid temps. The cleanser also helps reduce the appearance of raccoon eyes from the previous night’s debauchery.
$9, kyokuformen.com
2 HYDRATE: Malin+Goetz Chamomile Treatment Oil
Originally used during Shiatsu massages for lymphatic drainage, this oil is now a daily facial moisturizer for extremely dry skin. The chamomile and vitamin E quickly absorb and retain moisture. Apply after a shower when your skin is damp to keep the elephant wrinkles in check.
$68, malinandgoetz.com
3 MOISTURIZE: Aesop Primrose Facial Hydrating Cream
Thick creams usually clog pores but Aesop’s lightweight formula is the champ when it comes to aiding your dry face. The vitamin-rich primrose cream calms blisters and breakouts, so there will be no polished forehead shine in sight.
$45, aesop.com
4 RENEW: Lab Series Max LS Skin Recharging Water Lotion
Turn back the hands of time to your adoloescence with this water-based lotion that repairs skin damage and targets visible signs of aging. This solution also acts like a toner and moisturizer all in one, which will keep you from looking like a rough old leather jacket.
$40, labseries.com
5 SHAVE: Caswell-Massey Shave Soap in Wooden Bowl
Groom your winter beard with a timeless shave bowl. Founded in Newport, RI, by Dr. William Hunter in 1752, Caswell-Massey counts George Washington and JFK among its fans. Now you can ball like a president. The all-vegetable based almond soap won’t irritate even the most sensitive skin.
$30, caswellmassey.com
this story appears in complex's december 2012 / january 2013 issue
