I Tried The Marini Men’s System: Can One Kit Simplify Your Skincare Routine?
More and more men across the globe now care about their skin, understanding that it needs to be looked after and nourished (especially as they get older). However, despite this, it can be difficult to find the time each day to practice an in-depth cleansing routine. In my latest grooming article, I will be giving the Marini Men’s System a test drive, finding out whether it can streamline the process and still be effective. Carry on reading for more.
DermStreet – Marini Men’s System
Marini Skin Solutions (which was formerly known as Jan Marini – the name I fondly remember) was established in California back in 1994. Their range of skin care products is vast, from typical washes and moisturisers to more advanced masks, professional peels and retinol creams. Like many beauty brands, they started as a ladies-only luxury label, but as men’s grooming has grown in popularity, they’ve started offering premium products for guys too.
In this review, I’ll share my findings on the Marini Men’s System available from DermStreet (which offers a wide range of quality skincare products).
Marini Men’s System
The kit includes a fantastic starter package for guys looking to begin their face care journey- cleansing gel, face lotion, peptide, and face protectant cream.
Marini Shave & Cleansing Gel
First up is the shave and cleansing gel, the backbone of any grooming routine. This 2-in-1 solution delivers a smooth shave (on both your face and neck) while cleansing the skin of impurities and keeping it irritation-free (many other brands typically leave you with red blotches and patches).
After my time using the gel, I am one satisfied customer! Although I rock a beard, I still shave my neck (and areas on my cheeks where a handful of random hairs frequently pop up!). My skin felt unbelievably soft to the touch, and I was 100% refreshed after each use.
Marini Bioclear Face Lotion
Next up is the Bioclear Face Lotion, which aims to unclog your pores, reduce the appearance of blemishes (and even those pesky acne scars), and polish your skin’s texture (I also noticed an improvement in fine lines).
It is a highly potent lotion, so you only need a very small amount, but its effectiveness is quickly unmistakable. After just a few uses, my skin looked smoother (and dare I say it, more youthful!).
Marini PeptideXtreme
The peptide cream is definitely the star of the kit, combining five different anti-ageing peptides to combat wrinkles and fine lines while calming your skin for a quick visual boost. This product is the slow worker of the bunch, gradually improving your appearance over time (you just need to stick with it).
Marini Antioxidant Daily Face Protectant
Finally, we have the daily face protectant cream, which defends your delicate skin from the sun’s harmful rays (an important factor even on dull, overcast days, not just in summer). It offers high-level sun protection, helps avoid that ‘shiny’ look, and keeps your face hydrated all day long—another quality addition to your daily regimen.
Style & Design
The men’s Marini collection certainly looks the part, using a combination of pale aqua and beige tones throughout the product set. This subtle colourway, paired with minimal branding (just the name, logo, and product type on each bottle), will easily complement your deluxe bathroom aesthetic. There is something about an understated design that exudes luxury, and the men’s Marini range boasts that in spades.
Side note: this review covers the collection’s updated design spec. The previous release opted for a clean white-and-silver combination (personally, I am a fan of the new green-toned design approach).
Packaging
Perfectly matching the style of the bottles, the packaging features the same green hue – the box doubles up as a way to showcase your new grooming collection, with a functional lid that displays each product (while also allowing you easy access to each bottle). As such, you can either discard the outer box or keep it to store your kit when not in use (it will sit looking pretty in your cabinet).
Value For Money
Men’s grooming can definitely be a high-priced pursuit (particularly when you want quality kit), and Marini definitely sits at the upper end of the price scale. This all-in-one package sits at around £255 from DermStreet, but the cost is a worthy outlay, considering the effectiveness of each product. Furthermore, the bottles are a fair size and will last you months before you need to splash out on more.
Final Thoughts
If you are a guy who’s constantly looking to keep up with a quality skincare routine but wants something quick and easy to use and maintain, the Marini Men’s System could be just what you need to complete your bathroom essentials.
Starting with the face and shave cleanser to remove impurities, the bioclear lotion to smooth the texture, PeptideXtreme cream for its anti-ageing properties, and the Antioxident face protectant to defend against sun damage, this kit is a comprehensive package for the modern, stylish gent. Check out DermStreet, and grab yourself a skincare deal!
What are your thoughts on the Marini range of men’s grooming products? Share your thoughts below.
DermStreet – Marini Skin Solutions
