Is it just us, or it can be a little boring to shop for the men in our lives? Sure, the usual gifts like wallets, ties, fragrances are dandy but… everybody seems to get the same things. Well, it’s high time we kick it up a notch and get them more interesting gifts this Christmas! We’ve curated a gift guide for the modern gents in your life, so let’s get our men something snazzy and unique – and something that they’ll definitely use and not just stash away in a drawer somewhere. So, whether it’s a secret Santa gift or a present for someone special, here are the best gifts for modern gents, coming right up.

Best Gifts for Modern Gents

1. Suntory VARON Classic

If you’ve been wanting to get your dad/brother/partner/cousin something skincare related, but scared they won’t use it (cough cough toxic masculinity), why not start with the VARON Classic by Suntory? The packaging is sleek and manly (cue I’ll Make A Man Out Of You), and will blend in perfectly with all the other items that real men have. It’s a 3-in-1 product that acts as a lotion, serum, and cream, so the modern gents in your life get to kill three birds with one multitasking stone. Made with original whisky barrel wood and oolong tea extracts, inositol and plant-derived squalane, this is a must-have for every man.

Why we love it:

  • Versatile
  • Promotes oil and hydration balance
  • Sleek packaging

Price: $105

Where to buy: BRAND’S® World

2. Hanz De Fuko Heavymade Pomade

Hair can make or break a person’s look, which is why the Heavymade Pomade by Hanz De Fuko will be an amazing gifts for modern gents. It’s a water-based, extreme hold high shine pomade that can hold hair through rain, shine, and hail like nobody’s business. The men in your life can style their hair anyway he’d like, whether that’s a classic comb-over or a mohawk – either way, it’ll hold. It’s humidity resistant, which is great for the Singaporean weather, but it also washes out really easily. It’s paraben-free, high shine for that healthy hair look, and even made with hair and scalp-loving ingredients to make the hair and scalp healthier as you wear it.

Why we love it:

  • Extremely strong hold and high-shine
  • Free from parabens
  • Made with hair and scalp-loving ingredients

Price: $35

Where to buy: Sephora

3. MÜHLE Shavecare Starter Set

No doubt one of the best gifts for modern gents, the MÜHLE Shavecare Starter Set is every man’s dream. It comes with a MÜHLE Aloe Vera Shaving Cream and a MÜHLE RYTMO Black Fibre Shaving Brush, so they’ll definitely feel as dapper as ever when they use this in the mornings. The Shaving Cream is formulated with aloe vera, which will hydrate the skin and leave a refreshing scent. Not only that, the Black Fibre Shaving Brush is made with synthetic hair that resembles badger hair, although more robust yet gentle on the skin. Great for whipping up a lather, this starter kit will make your man feel like a kid with a candy cane.

Why we love it:

  • Hydrates the skin
  • Leaves a pleasant, refreshing feeling
  • Gentle on the skin

Price: $68

Where to buy: Mühle

4. Bolin Webb X1 Nero Black Razor and Case – Gillette Fusion 5

Another beard grooming kit on our list of the best gifts for modern gents, the Bolin Webb X1 Nero Black Razor and Case is a must-have. It’s ultra sleek, with piano and satin black finishes, but the fun fact that your man or dad will tell everybody is that this razor is also finished with paint that’s used on some of the UK’s most prestigious automobiles! This razor can be fitted with Gillette Fusion 5, so the blades are very easy to be replaced, with a five-blade technology to get a really close shave. Grooming doesn’t get any fancier than this.

Why we love it:

  • Comes in a razor gift box
  • Fitted with Gillette Fusion 5 blades
  • Suitable for wet shaving

Price: $257

Where to buy: Takashimaya

5. Risis Peranakan Orchid with White Enamel Cufflinks

The easiest way to dress up a classic suit? Cufflinks! These Peranakan Orchid with White Enamel Cufflinks by Risis will make for an amazing holiday gift for all the snazzy men in your life. They were inspired by the intricacy and details of Peranakan tiles, bringing a touch of culture to elevate an outfit. Encapsulated in 18K gold and white enamel, these cufflinks weave a sense of both tradition and modernity. Safe for sensitive skin, ethically and sustainably made, and even has a 1-year warranty, these really are a great present for modern gents.

Why we love it:

  • Made with 18K gold and white enamel
  • Inspired by Peranakan tiles
  • Has a 1-year warranty

Price: $150

Where to buy: Risis

6. D.R. Harris & Co LTD Beard Oil

Doesn’t this look like a magic potion? By how amazing it works to bring back the life into your loved ones’ beards, it almost is. The D.R. Harris & Co LTD Beard Oil is formulated with Abyssinian oil, Jojoba oil, alongside Vitamin E to really nourish bristles and moisturise the skin underneath for healthy facial hair. Just a few drops is all it takes to relieve any itchiness you may experience in the first stages of growing out facial hair, and it also helps to strengthen and soften longer facial hair. It has a very pleasant scent, and will surely bring a huge smile to your loved ones’ faces when they receive this on Christmas day.

Why we love it:

  • Nourishes facial hair
  • Hydrates the skin
  • Relieves itchiness

Price: $46

Where to buy: Robinsons

7. Doers of London Body Wash

Maybe it’s just us, but we think that men could really stand to take a leaf out of women’s books when it comes to shower routines, because, let’s be honest, shower routines can really de-stress a person when done right. That being said, the Doers of London Body Wash is just you need to elevate any shower routine! It’s simple yet feels really luxurious, and naturally scented by bergamot and frankincense. Suitable to be used from head to toe, this body wash lathers like a dream, and nourishes the skin while leaving it squeaky clean.

Why we love it:

  • Leaves a pleasant scent on the skin
  • Can be used from head to toe
  • Contains organic and natural ingredients

Price: $32

Where to buy: Tangs

8. Jack Black Beard Lube Conditioning Shave

This is the one product for any modern gent to really elevate their grooming routine. And no, it’s not made by the Jack Black you’re thinking of, but it’s amazing just the same. The Jack Black Beard Lube Conditioning Shave is incredibly versatile; it works as a pre-shave oil, shave cream, as well as an after-shave conditioner. It softens the beard hair for a cleaner, pain-free shave, and makes it easier to work around sideburns, beards, and moustaches, too. Plus, it won’t clog the blade, and rinses out easily to prepare for the next shave.

Why we love it:

  • Has a soothing and nourishing formula
  • Multipurpose
  • Allows for a smoother, pain-free shave

Price: $22

Where to buy: Sephora

9. &Sons Daily Maintenance Kit

A basic skincare kit is a personal holiday favourite of ours, and we think that the Daily Maintenance Kit by &Sons will be the perfect gift. There are three products in this kit; the 3% Niacinamide Cleanser to reduce acne and diminish appearance of pores, the 14 Multi-peptide Daily Moisturiser that not only moisturises, but also strengthens the skin barrier, as well as the 23% Vitamin C Daily Serum to promote an even skin tone and reduce acne scars. The packaging is sleek and masculine, and will fit right into any modern gents’ dressing table.

Why we love it:

  • Suitable for all skin types
  • Clinically-proven
  • Subscription-based or available as one-time purchase

Price: From $86

Where to buy: &Sons

10. ICM Pharma Growell 5% Scalp Lotion

Receding hairlines, bald patches, slow hair growth – hair loss is an incredibly common issue, but it doesn’t mean that there’s nothing to be done about it. The Growell 5% Scalp Lotion by ICM Pharma is formulated with minoxidil, a clinically-proven ingredient that’s known to boost hair growth for both men and women. This scalp lotion works to stimulate hair growth by rejuvenating and enlarging miniatured hair follicles, and it also helps to maintain hair health and prevent future hair loss. Easy to use and mess-free, this is a great holiday gift.

Why we love it:

  • Has a precision spray for mess-free applications
  • Stimulates hair growth
  • Prevents hair loss

Price: $70.40

Where to buy: Watsons

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