Our Tester Said: “It didn't come with directions and I don't know how to use powders. This is something I've never done, so I didn't feel comfortable trying it. I felt like I needed a lesson before I could use it. Also, I know we're living in a very unisex society where male and female roles have merged, but I'm still worried how someone would perceive me if they found this in my possession.” ($45; shop.janeiredale.com)
Wondering where in the world the trend in corrective skincare for dudes started—and whether it will really take off in the US? Get the backstory on, uh, makeup for men and decide whether you'll opt for a little "assistance" in looking younger, smoother and more polished.
Our Tester Said: “I've been missing half of my eyebrows since my karate days when I got kicked and punched too many times in that area. My girlfriend applied the brow liner and it looked great, but I can't see myself doing it. Had she not done it for me, I definitely wouldn't have tried it.” ($19.50, maccosmetics.com)
Our Tester Said: “First off, it came inside a cigar box. The presentation was cool, masculine and, most importantly, relatable. It wouldn't be alarming if a girl found Menaji products in my bathroom. Second, I like how the concealer was packaged in the familiar shape of a lip balm. I rubbed it on my finger and then blended it in with my skin. It did a good job of covering up blemishes. Best part is, I didn't feel like I was wearing makeup.” ($26, menaji.com)
Our Tester Said: “I liked the immediate results of it – it looked good. But I felt like I was wearing makeup and my skin wasn't breathing. The next day, I noticed that I was starting to break out, and normally, I don't. I liked the concept, but the formula needs to be tweaked a bit. I also wish the packaging looked a little more masculine.” ($38.50, labseries.com)