Men's skin is thicker and oilier than women's, largely due to testosterone, and it handles a stress most routines ignore: shaving, which is mechanical exfoliation on the most exposed part of the face, every day.
What that means for a routine
Thicker doesn't mean it needs heavier products. It calls for something more precise: a cleanser that clears buildup without stripping the barrier, a toner that resets pH after cleansing and shaving, and a moisturizer that hydrates without sitting heavy under a collar. Freshly shaved skin is also more reactive, so formulas need to be gentle, not just effective. Three precise steps, done consistently, beat ten borrowed ones.