BEST MOISTURISER

Winner: ClarinsMen Super Moisture Balm

Clarins knew it was on to a good thing when it released not one but a trio of new moisturisers for men this year. Sitting between a richer cream and the lighter fluids on the market, the brand’s transparent and non-greasy Super Moisture Balm just pipped the other two to the post, offering up an impossible to beat year-round, all-weather solution that’s just, well, super.

Dr Tijion Esho: “This is an ultra-smooth non-greasy balm that soothes instantly on impact due to the organic ingredients in its base such as bison grass, which is known for its soothing properties.”

Highly Commended: Clinique For Men Maximum Hydrator

Forget snake oil, Clinique’s newest moisture cream is packing some serious face-based science. The Maximum Hydrator solution doesn’t just quench your face from the outside, it redistributes moisture between all layers of the dermis, training skin to keep itself hydrated. Pretty cool, right?

BEST RAZOR

Winner: Gillette SkinGuard Razor

After years leading the bathroom arms race to add more blades to razors, Gillette has finally taken things back to basics. The brand’s SkinGuard innovation uses two precisely distanced, shock-absorbing blades set either side of a mount guard, which not only lifts the hairs ready to cut, but also regulates pressure from hand to skin and holds the skin smooth between cuts.

Which makes perfect sense when you think about it – fewer blades, less tug on the hair. A saviour for those prone to stubble rash and skin irritation.

Mark Maciver: “Definitely the best a man can get.”

Highly Commended: Bolin Webb X1 Matte Razor

Inspired by the design of an Aston Martin, it’s not difficult to see why Bolin Webb’s X1 Matte Razor was so popular with our judging panel. Granted, it won’t be the lightest touch on the wallet, but don’t look at it as just something to shave with, this is a piece of design kit you’ll enjoy having in your bathroom for some time.