Dermot O'Leary's new grooming line just solved your Father's Day pressie dilemma
He doesn’t need an introduction but let’s give him one anyway: radio host, X Factorpresenter, one of GQ’s best dressed men, and on his way to becoming a national treasure (if he’s not already there), and Britain's friendliest fact - Dermot O’Leary.
The established broadcaster has now added another title to his illustrious CV: grooming guru. O’Leary, in collaboration with Marks & Spencer, is launching a men's grooming range. Having been in front of a camera for a decade, the line is a natural progression for O’Leary.
“This project has been fantastic to work on," he commented.
"I’ve worked extensively with the team at M&S, who have shared their knowledge and innovation, and together we’ve created a small family of grooming products I’m really proud of and genuinely use every day.”
Overall the line is very polished - packing is crisp, the range is streamlined and the ingredients are good. Quite a few of the products are fragranced, but that is only an issue if you have sensitive skin - otherwise, it’s quite a luxury.
The new 24.hr Grooming for Men collection by Dermot O’Leary launches on 7 June online at marksandspencer.com and in M&S stores the following day.
Face Wash, £6
The gel based formula has some great ingredients - citric acid, willow bark extract and castor oil will ensure a smoother, congestion-free complexion without stripping the skin of its natural oils.
Face Scrub, £7.50
The exfoliant of the range contains very fine charcoal powder (which is deeply mattifing), so there is no concern about any micro tearing in the skin that facial scrubs can sometimes induce. The oil-soluble salicylic acid will go one step further than the cleanser and give your pores an even deeper clean.
All in One Day Face Cream, £15
The cream is not heavily emollient, which is perfect for daytime. Lightweight, hydrating and soothing, it also contains an SPF 15.
Overnight Recovery Cream, £15
Slightly heavier but still not overly emollient, the night cream is a great option for tired, aging or dry skin. Lactic acid should gently resurface and hydrate while the Niacinamide should repair your epidermal barrier and reduce any pigmentation.
Eye Serum, £10
The lovely metal roller is so cooling and easy to use. The serum is lightweight, evidently more focused on revitalising and hydrating than anti-acing, so perfect for tired, swollen or dry skin.
