E! Illustration/Getty Images;AmazonStill searching for a Father’s Day gift? We asked celebrity groomers and industry experts to share the grooming, skincare, and self-care products they’d actually buy for dad—and their recommendations are surprisingly practical.
If you aren’t already familiar with the term, a celebrity groomer is a professional who specializes in getting their male clients red carpet and/or camera-ready, including hair, skincare, and makeup.
E! tapped a few experts to spill their favorite products that they use on clients, which would also make a great gift idea for dad this year.
- Must-have face mist: Caudalie Beauty Elixir Face Mist
- Expert-loved ingrown hair fix: Jack Black Bump Fix
- Celeb-founded moisturizer: Papatui Restoring Niacinamide and Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizer
From skincare and tools to cologne and so much more, these are the products groomers trust on celebs, so you know they’re good enough for dad to use, too! Plus, we rounded up a few extra options that we picked out and think he’ll love.
Shop these expert-loved picks, and more, below.
What products do grooming pros recommend for Father’s Day gifts?
Take it from the pros, these are the gifts dad needs.
“A great Father’s Day gift is something he’ll actually use — and something that elevates what he’s already doing,” said grooming expert and former Kiehl’s president Chris Salgardo.
“Most mistakes I see come down to improper cleansing, so starting there makes a real difference. A formula like the ATWATER Skin Armor Facial Cleansing Gel goes beyond basic cleansing — it’s designed to prep the skin as the first step in treatment, helping everything that follows perform better.”
ATWATER Skin Armor Facial Cleansing Gel
This lightweight cleansing gel uses a soft lather for a clean, comfortable finish prepping the skin for moisturizers, eye treatments and SPF applications.
“I’m also a fan of hypochlorous sprays, like the enhanse SUPER CLEAN Antimicrobial Skin Cleansing Spray, which is great for daily use and especially helpful for calming breakouts,” he shared.
enhanse SUPER CLEAN Antimicrobial Skin Cleansing Spray
This multitasking spray kills 99% of bacteria—fast—while calming irritation, breakouts, sunburn and razor burn or minor cuts. Use post-workout, post-shave, or anytime your face needs a reset.
Andrea Pezzillo, who has worked with Justin Hartley, Harry Shum Jr., Nicolas Cage and Kelvin Harrison Jr. says dad needs something that can tackle uncomfortable ingrowns.
“So many men get ingrown hairs from shaving, and most men have no clue what to do about them,” she said. “No client of mine wants to have bumps when walking down a red carpet. So for anyone with ingrown hairs on their neck from shaving, I suggest a toner or any kind of solution with some salicylic acid or lactic acid to help exfoliate. Plus, going to an aesthetician to get them removed. There are aestheticians that cater specifically to men!”
Jack Black Bump Fix
This toner contains effective hydrating and soothing ingredients to effectively counteract dryness and irritation. 2% Salicylic Acid dissolves the top layer of dead skin cells and facial oils that can trap hair and block pores.
Caudalie Beauty Elixir Face Mist
Petra Sellge (Worked With: Eddie Redmayne, Tom Hiddleston and James Norton)
“This is my all-time favorite face mist. It tightens, revives and really refreshes the skin. It smells insanely good (unless you don’t like peppermint) and wakes you up.”
Braun Men’s Series 9 Pro+ Electric Razor Shaver
Joanna Ford (Worked With: Dwayne Johnson, Nick Offerman, Scott Eastwood, Sam Heughan and Matt Bomer)
“This is the absolute best razor I have used. It’s the closest shave without causing razor bumps. I have some clients with very thick facial hair and have actually had other razors pull their hair. The battery lasts forever so it’s not necessary to charge it everyday. I highly recommend this splurge for Father’s Day!”
Tom Ford Costa Azzurra Fragrance
Marissa Machado (Worked With: Nick Jonas, John Mayer, Jordan McGraw and Chase Stokes)
“Fragrances always make great gifts for dad, but choosing the right scent can be a difficult task. I LOVE and suggest Tom Ford’s Costa Azzurra! It reminds me of a relaxing Mediterranean getaway with its sea air freshness mixed with citrus and a hint of the woods. The favorite men in your life are sure to love it too!”
BaBylissPRO GOLDFX Outlining Trimmer
Christine Nelli (Worked With: Justin Timberlake, The Weeknd, Tom Holland and Rob Lowe)
“This is the Ferrari of trimmers! The best trimmer to fix your beard, sideburns or neck hair. It’s also good because it is cordless, which is easier to travel with.”
What are grooming gift ideas to give for Father’s Day?
Looking for a few more options? We curated a selection that dad will love!
Papatui Restoring Niacinamide and Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizer
Nourish and hydrate with this Papatui moisturizer that provides lasting moisture thanks to ceramides, hyaluronic acid and niacinamide.
Jack Black Lip Balm Duo
Don’t let dad get left with chapped lips! This lip balm duo from Jack Black also provides SPF 25 protection.
Marlowe Scrub Soap Bar
This body scrub soap bar cleanses, exfoliates and revitalizes with the crisp and fresh scent of Cedarwood + Sea Salt.
Manscaped The Beard Hedger
This premium beard-sculpting tool has power and precision in a compact tool, that allows dad to craft his beard perfectly to his liking.
Celeb-Loved
Salt & Stone Saffron & Cedar Deodorant
Dad would never know that this celeb-loved (and high-performance) deodorant is also aluminum-free because not only does it work well, it smells amazing too.
Augustinus Bader The Overnight Restorative Cream
Beauty sleep isn’t a myth after all! This restorative cream from Augustinus Bader is infused with a melatonin-mimicking extract that reduces the appearance of fatigue and stress on dad’s skin while he sleeps.
DIOR Sauvage Eau de Toilette
Looking for another cologne option for dad? This one from Dior is timeless, with notes of amber woods, zesty bergamot, and pepper.
Looking for more? Stylish and active dads will love these gifts from Lululemon.
