Natural Skincare for Men: The Osmia Grooming Guide

December 14, 2023 by Sarah Villafranco, MD

Natural Skincare for Men: The Osmia Grooming Guide

While most of our customers are women, we know plenty of men are just as interested in natural, effective skincare. Whether you're shopping for a partner, dad, brother, or friend—or you’re a guy looking to upgrade and simplify your routine—this guide will help you discover our favorite Osmia products for men. And it might help you stop the men in your life from stealing your Osmia products—but no promises. 

How Men’s Skin Is Different

Men's skin tends to be thicker than women’s, with larger pores and higher sebum (oil) production. That means it’s often oilier, more prone to clogged pores and breakouts, and, on the bright side, slightly more resilient. But that doesn’t mean it’s invincible. Harsh ingredients, daily shaving habits, and insufficient hydration can still lead to irritation, sensitivity, and premature aging.

The good news? A few high-quality products can go a long way toward healthy, balanced skin. Osmia’s formulas are made with simple, natural ingredients and can help men build a streamlined, sustainable routine.

Black Clay Facial Soap

Simple, potent, and cult-favorite status for good reason. This bar combines black clay and Dead Sea mud to draw out impurities and rebalance the skin—no harsh scrubbing required. Because it's a natural, handmade bar of soap, it's high in skin-softening glycering, making it ideal for daily cleansing, especially for men prone to clogged pores or razor bumps.

Balance Facial Serum

Our lightest facial oil, this blend of macadamia, black cumin seed, and acai oils helps regulate sebum and support the skin’s barrier. Great post-shave or as an everyday moisturizer, it absorbs quickly and can double as a beard conditioner when used just after cleansing. It's got an uplifting, herbal scent he will come to crave.

Purely Simple Face Cream

A minimalist’s dream moisturizer, this lightweight cream uses aloe, organic jojoba oil, and whisper-light essential oils to hydrate and calm the skin. Ideal for post-shave soothing or daily hydration, especially for sensitive or breakout-prone skin. My husband uses this every day, and applies it to his face, beard, and his shaved head. 

Spotless Blemish Oil

Breakouts don’t just belong to teenagers. This clean, plant-based treatment uses essential oils with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties to reduce redness and support healing—without the drying effects of traditional spot treatments. Also works extremely well for ingrown hairs. 

Coffee Mint Body Soap

Exfoliation without the hassle. Organic coffee grounds and bright spearmint give this bar its invigorating edge, helping to remove dead skin cells and boost circulation. Perfect for morning showers—or for scrubbing off a day of hard work in the kitchen, yard, or workshop. Plus, it won Cosmo's Best Body Bar award three times, so he'll be completely on trend. 

Vetiver Grey Body Soap

Smoky, woodsy, and grounding, this bar soap is scented with vetiver, lavender, and Virginia cedarwood. It gently cleanses the skin while offering an earthy, masculine aroma that lingers lightly after use.

Himalayan Body Buff

This creamy, mineral-rich exfoliating scrub uses fine Himalayan pink salt to smooth and invigorate the skin. Infused with nourishing oils and essential oils like grapefruit and juniper, it leaves skin refreshed, not stripped. A solid pick for tired muscles and dry limbs, with the ultimate mountain-man scent.

Naked Body Mousse

This rich, whipped moisturizer tackles dry, rough skin on hands, feet, knees, elbows—even bald heads. Packed with organic shea butter and antioxidant-rich oils, it melts into the skin for long-lasting hydration without a greasy finish. Bonus: it doubles as an excellent beard balm straight out of the shower, and it's great for new dads, as it's safe to use around newborns!

Lip Repair

This hardworking balm uses organic manuka honey, myrrh extract, and nourishing oils to hydrate and soothe cracked lips. Barely scented and deeply healing, it's ideal for anyone who spends time outdoors or in dry climates.

Lip Doctor

Formulated for sensitive or allergy-prone lips, Lip Doctor contains only six carefully chosen ingredients, with no essential oils or castor oil. If he’s had mysterious lip irritation in the past, this is the balm to try.


Still wondering which products are right for the man in your life (or your own face)? Send us a note at help@osmiaskincare.com—we’re happy to help create a simple, effective routine that works.

With love and a well-groomed man,

The information contained in this post is for educational interest only. This information is not intended to be used for diagnosis or treatment of any physical or mental illness, disease, or skin conditions.  

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Sarah Villafranco, MD

Dr. Sarah Villafranco attended Georgetown University Medical School, and went on to complete her residency in emergency medicine at George Washington University. She moved to Colorado, where she practiced as a board-certified emergency medicine physician at Aspen Valley Hospital, Snowmass Clinic, and Valley View Hospital in Glenwood Springs, CO. After losing her mother to pancreatic cancer, she took a local soap making class, and fell in love with the chemistry and artistry of making soap. Sarah went into research mode and was alarmed to learn how many potentially harmful ingredients were in most skincare products on the market. She knew she could make better, safer products that were as effective (if not more so) than conventional products. After a few years of research and development, Sarah stepped away from the emergency room to launch Osmia Skincare in April of 2012. She remains a licensed physician in Colorado, and now helps people find healthier, happier skin as CEO of the brand.