Oil + Serum

Men's Face Oil & Serum — Concentrated Active Ingredients for Targeted Results

Face serums and facial oils are the concentrated workhorses of a skincare routine — applied in small quantities, they deliver a far higher dose of active ingredients than a standard moisturiser can carry in its formulation. A serum's smaller molecular structure allows it to penetrate deeper into the skin than a cream, getting actives closer to where they need to be to drive change. This is why serums are the most impactful category for men who want to address specific concerns — anti-ageing, hyperpigmentation, dehydration, acne — rather than simply maintaining general skin health.

Face oils serve a different but complementary role: applied as the final moisturising step or mixed into a moisturiser, they create an occlusive layer that seals in the products applied beneath, prevent trans-epidermal water loss, and deliver skin-replenishing fatty acids that reinforce the barrier. The best face oils for men — squalane, rosehip, marula, and jojoba — are non-comedogenic, absorb cleanly, and leave no heavy or greasy residue. Browse our range of targeted serums and face oils from Anthony, MenScience, Baxter of California, Triumph & Disaster, and more. Free delivery across Australia on orders over $50.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a face serum and a moisturiser?
A serum is a lightweight, high-concentration formula designed to deliver specific active ingredients at a therapeutic dose. It is applied before moisturiser and absorbed directly into the skin. A moisturiser is a broader formulation that hydrates, forms a protective barrier on the skin surface, and may contain a lower concentration of actives. They serve different functions: serums treat; moisturisers protect and maintain. Used together, serum provides the targeted treatment and moisturiser seals it in and completes hydration.

What serum should men use for anti-ageing?
Vitamin C serum is the most evidence-backed daytime anti-ageing serum — it is a potent antioxidant that neutralises UV-generated free radicals, stimulates collagen production, and brightens the complexion. Applied in the morning under SPF, it significantly enhances your sun protection's effectiveness. At night, a retinol serum (vitamin A) accelerates cell turnover, reduces fine lines, and stimulates collagen remodelling. These two serums — vitamin C by day, retinol by night — form the core of a well-evidenced anti-ageing serum routine.

Will face oil make oily skin worse?
Not necessarily — it depends on the oil. Heavy, comedogenic oils (coconut oil, olive oil) can clog pores and worsen congestion on oily or acne-prone skin. However, lightweight, non-comedogenic oils like squalane, jojoba, and rosehip seed oil are well-tolerated even by oily skin types and do not cause breakouts. Squalane in particular is a close analogue to the skin's own sebum and is exceptionally well-tolerated. The key is choosing the right oil for your skin type rather than avoiding the category entirely.

How do I layer serum and face oil correctly?
The layering rule is: apply products from thinnest to thickest consistency. After cleansing and toning, apply your serum (thinnest) first and allow it to absorb for 60 seconds. Then apply moisturiser. If using a face oil, it goes last — on top of moisturiser — as oils are occlusive and will prevent anything applied on top from penetrating. Using an oil before your serum or moisturiser creates a barrier that stops those products from absorbing properly.