SOMETIMES buying for him can be hard – stuck in a rut of using the same product for years.
But alas, Glass‘ guide to the best new launches in men’s beauty is here for you to give him something new to try. From firm favourite scents to candles that will surely give him some homely comfort, we have covered it all.
Celine Haute Parfumerie – Bois Dormant
£250 for 100ml – buy here
Inspired by English tailoring, Hedi Slimane’s Bois Dormant creation elevates the idea of the double breasted blazer through the eyes of a courtier to create a scent that exudes elegance with bergamot, juniper and cedar notes.
Austin Austin – Soap Bar & Dish Gift Set
£56 – buy here
Collaborating with ceramicist Matthew Raw, this set combines art with the hues of Cedar Atlas, Geranium, Frankincense and Rosemary.
Chanel Beauty – Bleu de Chanel
£163 – buy here
Neatly packed in a festive duo, Chanel has launched a 50ml parfum along with a 90ml 3-in-1 moisturiser that boasts woody and aromatic hues.
Perfumer H – A FEAST Incense
£35 for 30 sticks – buy here
Made in collaboration with Nigel Slater, Lyn Harris’ festive season collection brings the food writer’s warmth to Perfumer H’s permanent offerings with a special Christmas twist.
Bottega Veneta – Acqua Sale Eau du Parfum
£350 – buy here
Taking notes from the brand’s hometown, Bottega Veneta’s new fragrances pay homage to Venice. The six fragrances are all unisex but Acqua Sale brings woody labdanum absolute to juniper oil creating a scent that adds the salty smell in the summer to your skin.
Sisley – Sisleÿum For Men Normal Skin
£235 – buy here
A cream with everything you need in it to keep your skin looking and feeling young – if you don’t believe me, read the copious 5-star reviews. From White Horehound and Shea Butter to soothe and soften, to extracts of Alkekengi calyx and Padina pavonica to firm, and a focus on ingredients that are rich in oligo-elements, this does it all!
Aesop – Moroccan Neroli Shaving Duet
£67 – buy here
Comprised of a 60ml shaving serum and 60ml post-shave lotion, Aesop’s Moroccan Neroli bundle takes their sophisticated formulas with the richness of their scents to create a gift ideal for any man.
Dior Beauty – Sauvage x Baccarat Special Edition
£6,500 for 500ml – buy here
Partnering with French crystal manufacturer Baccarat, Dior has released a very limited-edition version of its famous Sauvage fragrance in elixir form. Pushing the limits of luxury within the perfume realm, this is one collectors can’t miss.
Acqua di Parma – Bosco Reed Diffuser
£94 for 180ml – buy here
Adding the aromas of Italy’s coast to your home, this diffuser by Acqua di Parma truly boasts decadence.
Champo – Pitta Growth Serum
£34 for 30ml – buy here
With one bottle sold every 30 seconds, this clinically proven hair loss product has swept its competitors out of the way. Its formula is made from an advanced trichological hair growth treatment that utilises Caffeine, Tetrapeptides and Ayurvedic Haritaki Extract to stimulate the root to promote hair growth and improve the volume.
100mL – Après Ski
£156 – buy here
Full of all your essentials for the slopes, this bag caters for the snow lovers who also care about their skincare routine. Packed with hydrating products designed to protect your skin from the harsh conditions, this is the go-to for the ski seasonaire.
Loewe Perfumes – Small Dendrochilum Magnum Orchid Candle
£123 – buy here
Housed in an artisanal ceramic cup, the Loewe Orchid candle not only brings the luxury allure of the Spanish brand to your home but offers a chance to bring the scent of the tropical flower from Southeast Asia to your room.
You’re Looking Well – Night Pill
£32.50 – buy here
Maybe the most luxurious gift to give someone is the promise of a good night’s sleep. You’re Looking Well’s Night Pill is a scientifically-proven bestseller with all the good stuff to help you fall asleep as well as sleep deeper without any of the brain fog in the morning.
To My Ships – Polygonum Hand and Body Wash
£39 – buy here
Brand new and ready to shake up the industry, To My Ships (founded by Daniel Bense, ex-head of commercial at Aesop) is focused on creating products with responsibly sourced natural ingredients. Its sulphate-free gel cleanser is made to get ridge of sweat embedded on the skin and to of course keep you smelling citrus fresh all day.
L’Artisan Parfumeur – La Boule D’Ambre
£216 – buy here
Launched originally in 1976, the Amber Boule was a House icon that has returned to the forefront of L’Artisan’s offerings again in 2024. Made from terracotta, carved with motifs and finished with small holes that allow for the perfume to diffuse.
Penhaligon’s – The Dandy
£175 for 100ml – buy here
If he’s a lover of whiskey and late night talks, this fragrance pays homage to exactly that. Beginning with top notes of bergamont essence, cedrat essence and raspberry accord, it slowly twists to uncover hints of oak and cedar and finally gives off a cleaner taste of patchouli and clearwood.
