GQ Awarded Collection

Africology has been honoured six times in the GQ South Africa Grooming Awards, and these are the formulas behind those wins. The Body Butter, whipped with cocoa and shea, is the one that converts people to the brand. Purifying Cleansing Gel uses the natural foaming agents quillaja and soapwort instead of sulphates, so it cleanses without stripping. Aloe Ferox Serum is built around an indigenous South African succulent and works across skin types, including sensitive. On the grooming side, Shave Cream gives a close shave without the burn, and Beard Balm conditions and softens rather than just sitting on the surface.

Awards aside, these five are also among the most reviewed products in the range, which is a useful second opinion. All are dermatologically tested, vegan-friendly, cruelty-free and free of parabens and propylene glycol.