Malin+Goetz

Few brands disrupt an industry like Malin+Goetz have done. Created by Matthew Malin and Andrew Goetz in 2004, the stylish-duo have modernised traditional apothecary concepts and simplified complicated skincare regimens. Their products, designed for men and women are effective for all skin types, especially sensitive.

Matthew Malin (black top) + Andrew Goetz (white shirt).

While product efficacy is key for brand longevity, something which Malin+Goetz nail like no other, brand image is also key. How handsome will a brand make your bathroom shelf look, it’s not crucial but it helps- and why not have a good looking brand, especially when you have unrivalled performance too.

Solid foundations: Vitamin E Face Moisturizer and Grapefruit Face Cleanser.

Malin+Goetz is a brand with no weaknesses; they have incredible formulations, strong branding and to top it all off the two founders ensure manufacturing and formulating happens locally to their New York City base.

Malin+Goetz Detox Face Mask- designed to gently and effectively purify the skin.

In more detail; not everyone suffers with sensitive skin, unlike co-founder Matthew Malin who suffers from rosacea, eczema, seborrhoea, fragrance allergies and dry skin. However, Malin’s personal battle with his sensitive skin lead Malin+Goetz to a range of products suitable for not only sensitive skin, but for every other skin type too. This is where Malin+Goetz is genius, why not choose a range of products which is guaranteed not to irritate, and cater for all skin types versus some overly aggressive normal to oily (which brands wrongly assume most men’s skin type is) offering that will strip your skin of it’s lifeblood.

Best-selling Peppermint Shampoo + Cilantro Hair Conditioner.

The whole range is superb, but you should start with some of my personal favourites: Grapefruit Face Cleanser, Vitamin E Face Moisturizer, Vitamin E Shaving Cream, Peppermint Shampoo, Hair Pomade and especially their Eucalyptus Deodorant.

And if you’re still not convinced, it’s worth mentioning Malin+Goetz is #1 in Top 10 Men’s Grooming Brands list.

From $10 at malinandgoetz.com (US).

Chris Beastall

Chris is the Founder and Editor of Ape to Gentleman. His interests lie in men's style, male grooming and leading a better lifestyle - through minimalist, basic and clean design.