I have always been bothered by the gender divide in skincare. Many “for men” products opt for darker packaging, amplified fragrance, and dumbed-down marketing. I am here to tell you what a minimalist (or a lazy guy) needs to improve his skin without committing to an elaborate routine, or an elaborate expense. That includes a little makeup, the kind nobody will ever notice you are wearing.
This is where I review all of it: shaving, cleansers, eye creams, bronzers, tinted moisturizers, and the grooming basics every man should own.
Wondering if you need eye cream? Here is a doctor’s take and my top picks.
Want to look healthier without looking made up? Try the best matte bronzers for men.
Real talk: I never ‘got’ subscription boxes. When you live in NYC, all you need is to demonstrate genuine interest while window shopping and you instantly score a deluxe sample of anything grooming related. Sales associates are eager to send…
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We always have a bottle of the ubiquitous Dr. Bronner’s 18-in-1 Pure Castile Soap *somewhere* around the house, but that doesn’t qualify me as a faithful user. Not gonna lie…marketing a personal care item as a solution for the face,…
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Check out my guest post on the 100% PURE blog about Men’s Natural Skincare Routine. It’s a step-by-step breakdown of my picks for exfoliation, serums and sheet masks. Including my all time favorite Coffee Bean Caffeine Eye Cream. CLICK HERE!
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A welcome break from rich balms and oils, my skin is embracing the newly arrived Spring weather with lighter textures this week. Formulated to fit even the most low maintenance guy’s grooming routine, the new Lab Series PRO LS All-in-One…
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Everyone looks better with a hint of color. The right color. Whether you want to look rested, fake a vacation glow, or extend a tan you casually acquired recently, there are formulas that deliver exactly that. Naturally and without effort.…
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Did you know that today is International Men’s Day? Add to calendar: November 19th. And while thou shalt not ignore the man in your life any other day, it’s always great to be reminded that we’re doing… something right! To…
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It’s not that I’m over the summer or ready for layers. Close though. The last few weeks have been brutal heat wise. There is something comforting, however, about a go to Fall fragrance. For years, my scarves, hoodies and jacket…
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The fastest growing market corner within the ginormous beauty industry, men’s grooming is studded with formulas that go way beyond the familiar basics. More educated consumers and definitely more aware of trends and their appearance, even the bar soap kinds…
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