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Now men tend to have more oily skin than women normally, so the face and body oils discussed this week may not be the best option for men. However, there are a new breed of shaving oils that a perfect for men! Not only do these oils provide the slickest shave you have ever had, but they leave skin soft, and moisturized.
REN Tamanu High Glide Shave Oil
Infused with sesame and coconut oils, and vitamin e, this oil nourishes your skin while you shave!
Contrary to popular belief, gray hair isn't caused by stress, lack of sleep, or other environmental factors. Gray hair is caused when oxidation kills off the cells in your hair follicles that create pigment, and is highly genetic. This means that all of the hype about the power of antioxidants is true, so adding those super-fruits and antioxidant supplements really will help to ward off any premature graying of the hair. If it's already too late for that, you can take steps to color your hair to cover grays.
There are several types of color available:
Progressive coloring. The “Grecian Formula” approach uses lead acetate, which darkens with exposure to air. Hair is colored gradually, so you can stop when you’ve achieved the effect you want. This is often found in men's hair color products for beards.
Direct dyes. Often called demi-permanent, these dyes are made of colored molecules that coat hair, these are quick and easy to apply. The drawback: They typically wash away after only 6 to 10 shampoos. On the plus side, that means you don’t have to worry about gray roots. The dye is gone before they can show up.
Semi-permanent color. Also called tone on tone, this uses peroxide to allow color molecules to enter the hair shaft, thus creating a more permanent color. These products usually take 5 to 15 minutes to apply and last about twice as long as direct dyes.
Regular permanent color. This uses both peroxide and ammonia, which can lighten the natural pigment of hair, allowing men to select shades lighter than their original hair color. These products are also used to create highlights. The drawback: if you don’t like the color, you’re stuck with it until hair grows out — or you dye it over again, which can be tricky.
The first three types call all be done at home to cover mild to moderate gray without much hassle with several products available to you at your local drugstore. Permanent color is ideal for large areas of gray and if you are going to maintain your gray coverage. This type of hair color is best done by a professional at a salon. Though this is also the most costly method, you will most likely get your desired results here.
Well we all know that shaving and waxing are great at-home options for hair removal, each with their benefits and consequences. Shaving is obviously the most cost-effective and painless method of hair removal, but also lasts the least amount of time. Let's explore some other options you may want to explore as Spring approaches and bathing suit season creeps up on us.
WAXING. A process by which hot wax is spread over the desired removal area with a paper or fabric pressed into the wax. When the wax is cooled, the paper is swiftly pulled away from the skin, taking the hair with it. Unfortunately traditional waxing methods can be very messy and somewhat painful if not done by a professional. The benefit to waxing, however, is that over time, it actually reduces the amount of hair and coarseness, allowing more and more time to pass between treatments. At-home kits are available, but I wouldn't recommend them for men's hair removal. Unless you are very experienced, or willing to make a major error, leave the waxing to the professionals.
Whether you are just shaving your face or your entire body, chances are at one time or another, you have experienced the nasty affects of an ingrown hair. Unattractive, and often painful, ingrown hairs are tricky to get rid of....but there are steps you can take to prevent them in the first place!
Ingrown hairs are caused by skin cells forming over the follicle after the hair has been shaved, causing the hair to grow back under the skin, trapping the hair and other bacteria under the surface of the skin, resulting in painful red bumps. The only cure for an ingrown hair is to fish it out with a surgical blade or sharp pin.
You can reduce the occurrence of these pesky blemishes by taking a few steps during your shaving routine.
STEP 1: EXFOLIATE before you shave with a coarse scrub (sugar or salt) or a loofah. This sloughs away dead skin cells allowing for a smoother, more comfortable shave.
LEAF & RUSHER Rapid Resurface
OK men, let's be honest, you are difficult to shop for this holiday...you probably don't want jewelry, and unless you know the person really well, fragrance can be cliche.... I have a feeling that once your man realizes how great the following gifts are, he will drop the butch attitude and pamper himself more often!
BATH BY BETTIJO Shower Infuser
Yes men, we get it, you don't like baths! Luckily for you, this innovative aromatherapy product requires no such process. These peppermint shower infusers can turn your morning ritual into an invigorating experience to sooth stress and wake up your body. Especially effective after a late night of boozing!
Its creeping up faster than you think....that Hallmark holiday that most of us dread every year.. VALENTINE'S DAY! We all know that fragrances (along with chocolates and flowers) are among the most popular gifts for this holiday, so hopefully we can de-mystify finding the perfect fragrance for your special someone.
First of all, you are going to want to look at what you want this fragrance to say about your man (or woman). Is this person easy-going and bright, dark and sophisticated, or down to earth and romantic? You also may want to consider sticking to a Spring/Summer fragrance for a Valentine's Day gift as these seasons are quickly approaching. What I recommend, is knowing what their current fragrance is, doing some research on the scent story, and pick a fragrance in a similar range, but maybe with an updated appeal! The #1 rule of shopping for fragrance is make sure to GET A RECEIPT and KNOW THE RETURN POLICY in case your partner doesn't share your scent sentiment!
WHAT DOES YOUR SCENT SAY ABOUT YOU?
POWDERY: Emotional and Innocent
For Her: Harajuku Lovers Baby by GWEN STEFANI ($33/oz), BENEFIT Maybe Baby ($32/oz)
Sound like the heading of your latest Craigslist Ad? Are you stylish and young and want something more than AXE body wash, but don't want to spend your holiday bonus on skincare? Well fortunately there are some great product out there just for you! You don't need a bathroom full of fancy products to look and feel great! If you have average skin (aside from the shaving and face care we previously discussed, you can get away with as few as two products, which are great!
1. GET CLEAN with JACK BLACK All Over Wash for FACE, HAIR, and BODY. With everything you need for a healthy epidermis, it contains sunflower oil, linseed extract, pomegranate, olive extract, shea butter, grapefruit extract, and the antioxidant power of vitamins a, c, and e! This is your all in one go-to wash at a great price for the urban man!
A good percentage of men have shown just as much interest in anti-aging regimens as women do, though few actually go through with it because the products may seem to girl-y. Well gentlemen, you are going to have to get over that REAL QUICK, because unless you want your skin looking like a leather handbag, you should start with an anti-aging complex immediately and follow these EASY steps (and don't worry, nothing too feminine!)
1. EXFOLIATE. I can't stress this enough, exfoliation increases cell turnover, and removes dull, dead cells, to create a younger, fresher appearance of the skin. Using a mild, fine abrasive scrub such as this one from MENSCIENCE is also a great way to achieve a smoother shave. With Alpha Hydroxy and Salicylic Acid for anti-bacterial, and aloe vera to sooth, this is an excellent way to achieve soft, younger looking skin.
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