Recipe For Men Instant Recharge Face Serum (30ml)

When your skin needs results, not promises, the Recipe for Men Instant Recharge Face Serum delivers. Part of Recipe for Men's premium Instant Recharge sub-range, this lightweight oil-free serum combines Niacinamide at 5% with Hyaluronic Acid and the Xylitol Complex to brighten, hydrate, and visibly improve skin tone and texture with regular use. The formula is clean, fast-absorbing, and built around actives that have genuine clinical backing - not trendy ingredients added at trace levels. If your skin is looking dull, feeling dehydrated, or showing early signs of uneven tone, this is where you start. 100% vegan, produced in Sweden. 

Who's It For

The Instant Recharge Face Serum is built for anyone whose skin needs a focused boost - whether that's tackling dullness, dehydration, enlarged pores, or uneven skin tone. It suits all skin types including oily and combination, thanks to the oil-free formula that won't clog pores or add unwanted shine. Works well as a daily serum under moisturizer for consistent results over time. 

Key Benefits

• Niacinamide at 5% - a meaningful concentration that visibly reduces the appearance of pores, evens skin tone, controls excess sebum, and strengthens the skin barrier with regular use
• Multi-depth hydration - Hyaluronic Acid draws moisture into the skin while the Xylitol Complex binds it there, keeping skin plump and comfortable throughout the day
• Oil-free formula - suitable for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin without adding shine or congesting pores
• Gluconolactone - a gentle polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that provides mild exfoliation and antioxidant protection without the irritation associated with stronger acids
• Fast-absorbing texture - sinks in quickly and layers cleanly under moisturizer, making it easy to work into any existing routine
• Instant Recharge range - Recipe for Men's premium active sub-range, formulated for those who want a step up from the core line
• 100% vegan - produced in Sweden with no parabens 

Key Ingredients

• Niacinamide - Vitamin B3 in its most skin-active form. At 5%, it works to minimize pores, regulate oil production, fade uneven pigmentation, and reinforce the skin barrier over time
• Sodium Hyaluronate - the salt form of Hyaluronic Acid, able to penetrate deeper into the skin than standard Hyaluronic Acid. Delivers lasting hydration and helps skin maintain a plump, healthy appearance
• Xylitol Complex (Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol) - a plant-derived moisture-binding complex that works alongside Hyaluronic Acid to lock hydration into the skin for longer-lasting comfort
• Gluconolactone - a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that gently resurfaces the skin without the sensitivity risk of AHAs or BHAs. Suitable for daily use and particularly good for reactive or sensitized skin
• Glycerin - a foundational humectant that draws moisture from the environment into the skin, supporting hydration at every level of the formula 

How To Use

Apply 3-4 drops to clean, dry skin after cleansing and before moisturizing. Smooth evenly across the face and neck, avoiding the eye area. Use morning and/or evening. Allow to absorb fully before applying your moisturizer. For best results, use consistently as part of your daily routine - Niacinamide works progressively and delivers the strongest results with regular use over 4-8 weeks.

Why MASC Recommends This

The Instant Recharge Face Serum earns its place in the premium sub-range because it does exactly what a serum should - deliver a higher concentration of actives than a moisturizer can carry, in a format that absorbs fast and layers cleanly. Niacinamide at 5% is the kind of purposeful dosing that tells you Recipe for Men are serious about results. Pair it with the Instant Recharge Ultra Hydrating Face Gel for a complete active hydration routine, or use it as a standalone boost under your existing moisturizer.