Grooming Tips All Stylish Men
Become a regular at your barbers Get into the habit of regular stays in the barber's chair: if you've noticed your hair needs a trim, then others have too. That means you get proactive (as opposed to reactive).
Know which hair products work for you One size does not fit all, and the current rotation of men's products reflect this. If you've thicker, unruly hair, know that pomade and waxes are for you. The finer-headed should go go for lighter products. Moreover, there's stuff for those with no hair at all.
Find your signature scent Colognes and aftershaves are built to complement, not knock passers-by out cold. So, use sparingly, and rather than owning eight to ten average scents, find one or two classic blends that you really like.
"Do a Dylan" with your toothbrush If eyes are the window to your soul, your mouth is the gateway to your character. That means you present the best version of yourself, and let an electric toothbrush do the hard work for you.
Scrub your face Flannels won't cut it. A well-chosen scrub - concoctions specially designed to slough away deceased skin - is a weekly essential to keep skin in its best condition.
Manage your facial fuzz In recent years, beards have surpassed trend status to become a regular fixture: amongst offices, amongst bars, amongst creative agencies resplendent with bean bags and 'blue skies thinking'. Whatever that means.
Learn how to shave like an expert Clean shaven is just as permissible though. And, if you've the stone jawline of a Givenchy campaign, actually encouraged. Prepare your skin beforehand with a shave oil that'll help the razor easily glide, while soaking the blades in warm water will help your pores expand, reducing redness and irritation.
Sort those eyebrows Big eyebrows aren't a problem – see Clooney, Farrell et al – but if they're meeting in the middle, you've got a problem on your hands (and in the middle of your face).
Tackle dark circles Eyes are not natural bag carriers. But, burn the candle at both ends, and you'll be the office Uncle Fester in no time at all. Eliminate dark circles and puffiness with an eye cream, or a roll-on. Or better yet: just go to bed early, man.
Nail your hand-care routine Cutting your nails once a week – preferably after a bath or shower, to soften them and make them easier to trim – is basic. But that rough, flaky skin around the nail bed? Treat with a tiny bit of moisturiser every couple of days to smooth things over.