Travel Grooming And Skincare Essentials: A Guide For Men

Anticipating an upcoming trip is undoubtedly thrilling - the excitement of planning your itinerary, exploring new sights, and savoring delicious cuisine - fills the air. However, amidst all the chaos, one crucial task remains – packing your essentials.

And whilst it might be the last thing on your list, good preparation can save you from last-minute madness. Therefore, crafting a thoughtful checklist beforehand will ensure that you avoid the last-minute bathroom scramble while your taxi to the airport awaits outside.

Also, travelling exposes you to diverse environments: climate changes, air travel, environmental pollution, UV exposure, new foods, and stress, all of which can impact your skin's health, and lead to various issues, such as dryness, breakouts, and sensitivity.

This article delves into the significance of maintaining your self-care routine on the go, and it provides a practical list of travel kit essentials, to ensure that you stay healthy and radiant on the move.

1. Facial Cleanser

Fed up of complimentary hotel toiletries? If so, why not treat yourself to a high-quality facial cleanser.

Our facial cleansers are designed to purify and revitalise your skin, via a powerful blend of natural ingredients and cutting-edge science. There’s an entire range to suit all skin types and situations, including ‘Sensitive,’ ‘Oil Control,’ and ‘Energising.’

2. SPF

On a city break? Don’t let the beauty of a new environment knock your self-care routine out of sync.

Our Moisturiser SPF 30 will safeguard and moisturise your skin during these conditions, via carefully curated ingredients, and with potent UVA and UVB filters. Enriched with Vitamin C, this SPF provides additional benefits, too. The lightweight and non-greasy formula makes it suitable for all skin tones.

3. Razors

In a different country, and can’t find the razors you desire? We’ve all been there. Whether it’s a bamboo, a glass, or a ceramic razor you’re looking for, we’ve got you covered, and that includes those with sensitive skin.

Also, you might want to check out our Travel Original Shave Gel. Ideal for on-the-go grooming, this 30ml Original Shave Gel ensures a remarkably smooth shaving experience and effortless precision, making it an absolute travel must for all.

4. Shaving

Still not convinced? We’re happy to boast about our entire range of other shaving-related products, too, including our shaving gels and our aftershave balm for multiple skin types.

Just one example is our Sensitive Aftershave Balm for sensitive skin. This product has been crafted to provide deep hydration and soothing relief, post-shave. It’s meticulously formulated with 95% natural ingredients, and it features the calming properties of willow herb. This is self-care galore for the holiday season. Done.

5. Body Lotion

Keep the body feeling hydrated on your next trip.

Next up: our Original Body Lotion for men, which is formulated to provide enduring hydration. It’s a men's body lotion that will leave your skin feeling soft, smooth, and nourished. It's for dry and normal skin, and it's crafted from 95% natural origin ingredients. Once again, it incorporates aloe vera, similar to our Original Hand Cream.

6. Hair Care

Don't you worry. We’ve got your hair care needs covered. Be sure to pack an Original Shampoo in your suitcase on your next trip. You won’t regret it. “Lather up,” Bulldog Skincare style, as they say.

NOTE: Our Original Shampoo is formulated with sustainably sourced chicory root. This natural ingredient, which is rich in inulin, will provide essential protection for your hair and your scalp, ensuring that they remain nourished and well-hydrated.

7. Moisturisers

Our Original Moisturiser is tailored for men: it ensures long-lasting hydration throughout the day, without any unpleasant greasy or sticky residue.

And, it’s formulated for both dry and normal skin types. Also, it’s composed of 96% natural origin ingredients, including aloe vera - known for its exceptional skin moisturising and soothing qualities.

8. Lip Balms

Harsh weather conditions = dry lips? We’re here to save the day (and your lips). Kiss your dry lips goodbye. Our Original Lip Balm includes a powerful blend of aloe vera, camelina oil, and green tea.

Designed for men, this balm ensures that lips are left feeling moisturised, soft, and at ease. Created with natural waxes and cocoa butter, it caters to vegan preferences, too. Our unique formula provides enduring hydration for dry or chapped lips, and it’s complemented by the soothing sensation of natural peppermint oil. And lastly, the balm leaves a matte finish for a polished touch.

Alternatively, our Sensitive Lip Balm is for delicate skin types. It is completely devoid of any flavours. It’s vegan-friendly, and it features a blend of baobab, oat, and willowherb. Infused with natural waxes and cocoa butter, this balm provides deep moisturization, leaving your lips feeling incredibly soft and nourished. Offering prolonged hydration, it also includes shea butter for added moisturising benefits.

9. Hand Cream

Keep your hands feeling smooth on your travels.

Our Original Hand Cream will provide sustained hydration throughout the day. It’s a men's hand cream that will leave your hands feeling nourished, smooth, and moisturised. This unique formula for dry and normal skin is composed of 97% natural origin ingredients, and it features aloe vera—a well-known element that is often praised for its skin-moisturising and soothing properties.

10. Beard Care

We’ve mentioned razors, sensitive aftershave balm, and shave gel, but, this next question is really important: ‘what if you want to KEEP the beard on holiday? Good news. We have products for that, too.

How about an Original Beard Shampoo and Conditioner? This beard shampoo and conditioner is designed to cleanse, nourish, and condition your beard effectively. It’s suitable for dry and normal hair and skin, it’s formulated with 92% natural ingredients, and it features aloe vera. This is holiday beard heaven.

To Conclude

Hopefully, after reading this men’s guide to travel grooming and skincare, your suitcase is now full-to-the-brim with self-care essentials that’ll make your travels much more rewarding. But if it’s not, we also have a whole range of other products that we haven’t mentioned in this guide, and you can check those out here.

Enjoy your holiday!