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MALE GROOMING 7. Don’t neglect your hands. Apart from the face your hands are the area of your body that are most exposed to the elements and the vast majority of blokes completely neglect them. Your hands are one of the first things people notice and the state of your hands (and nails) says a lot about you. Rough, dry and cracked hands with dirty, untrimmed fingernails look terrible. Few things create a worse first impression than dirty, untidy or bitten fingernails. Not only do chewed fingernails look terrible it can also lead to nail infections. Here’s my top tip for guys who bite their nails: STOP immediately!!! Also, avoid using overly harsh hand-wash, washing-up liquid or chemicals that may irritate and dry the delicate skin on your hands. Protect them with rubber gloves or barrier cream. When I finish applying moisturiser (with sunscreen in it) to my face I’ll add some to my hands even in winter as this helps to protect them from the damaging UV light keeping your hands looking younger for longer. Use a good quality hand-cream after you wash your hands. Carry some hand lotion in your bag so you’re not caught out. Dry, flaky hands can be very uncomfortable. Before you go to sleep apply some moisturiser. Keep your fingernails clean by using a nail brush or pointed nail file after showering (when your nails are soft) and trim them regularly using curved nail clippers and file off any rough edges using a nail file or emery board. For a professional result why not visit your local beauty salon for a manicure. These days it’s increasingly popular for men to have their nails pampered. It’s not called a man-i-cure for nothing! 8. Feet: look after them! Guys, have you ever noticed those things dangling at the ends of your legs? They’re called feet and it’s a good idea to look after them especially during the summer months when they are on display. It’s incredibly off-putting to see dirty toe-nails and yellowy hard, dry skin. So keep your feet clean! Bacteria and fungus just love damp, dark and warm places. It’s bacteria that causes the cheesy ‘pong’ so don’t provide them with their ideal environment. Wash your feet daily (especially after exercise) and take spare socks to work and the gym. Change your socks regularly. Your feet are often stuffed into tight spaces for hours at a time gasping for air, so occasionally take your shoes off (when appropriate!) to let them ‘breathe’. Dry feet thoroughly (especially in between the toes) with a clean towel after showering. Use some foot scrub, pumice stone or metal foot file to keep dead skin build-up at bay. For a extra thorough feet treat book a pedicure at your local beauty salon! More and more guys are now having treatments like this so there’s no need to feel embarrassed or selfconscious about going along. 9. Nasal hair. Have you ever been talking to friend or family member and rather than listening to what they say all you can see is their dangling nasal hair? It’s a little off-putting isn’t it? I have often been transfixed by a dangly growth of nose fuzz protruding from someone’s nostril area. We all have nasal hair but some seem blokes seem to be cultivating it for a charitable cause: Nasal Hair Aid! In my humble opinion nasal hair should remain in the nostrils and stay out of sight. In the same way you clip your garden hedge there is an effective way of keeping nasal hair at bay so you don’t frighten pets or small children: a nasal hair trimmer! So if nasal hair really gets up your nose go and get buy a nasal hair trimmer today! They usually cost under £10 from Argos. 10. Lifestyle: nutrition, stress and sleep. No conversation about male grooming would be complete without looking at the bigger picture. As well great skincare, what you eat, drink and your lifestyle will greatly affect how you look and more importantly how you feel. My number one tip male grooming is to drink more water. Most guys don’t drink enough. From the firefighters I’ve spoken to, dehydration is one of the major challenges they face. Not only will increasing the amount of good quality water (I prefer filtered or bottled water) that you consume greatly improve your complexion but can significantly improve your concentration and energy levels. Aim for at least 2 litres a day. Keeping a bottle of water on you at ALL TIMES (where appropriate) will make you more likely to drink it, so sip regularly throughout the day as it’s really important to keep hydrated between ‘incidents.’ 30
Products, naturally... I have literally tried dozens of products over the years but I’ve had the best results with products without preservatives or artificial ingredients. I particularly like the Bulldog skin care range as all products are less than £10. Bulldog face-wash This foaming face-wash is a must have for all guys who want to look after their complexions. It has a fresh, light fragrance and is kind to the skin as it thoroughly cleanses the skin without drying it out. Bulldog face-scrub A face-scrub helps to remove dead skin cells from the surface of the skin and it ideal to use prior to shaving. The small ‘bits’ contained in this product gently exfoliate your skin leaving it looking fresh and healthy. Bulldog products are fantastic if you’re new to male grooming as they are inexpensive but really effective. They also do a great daytime moisturiser as well as shave and shower gel. The whole range is made without harsh chemicals and is therefore gentle on the skin. Available in most major supermarkets. Conclusion: Maybe you’re effortlessly gorgeous and look ‘magazine cover ready’ the moment you wake up! If so then lucky you but for us mere mortals we need a bit of help. If your routine is simply brushing your teeth twice a day to then suddenly jump into using moisturiser, face scrubs and face packs might be too much. My routine has evolved over 25 years. Start with small actions then build over time. Whether you have 5 minutes or 5 hours a day to devote to taking care of your looks I hope these tips help you. The Beckham Factor... he’s got balls! Thank god for David Beckham! He is comfortable showing that he cares about his appearance and takes pride in his looks. He has inspired lots of men to embrace ‘manity’ (male vanity!). Even Wayne Rooney has had hair restoration surgery! As much as the stigma of men looking after themselves has radically changed there is still room for improvement so stop putting up with feeling unhappy about your looks! A small effort with minimal expense can not only improve your looks but can reduce stress and improve your self-esteem. Take care, have fun and may the moisturiser be with you! Tristan :-) Tristan Lee The Male Grooming Doctor www.themalegroomingdoctor.com “Helping Guys Everywhere Look & Feel Their Best” Tristan (A.K.A. The Male Grooming Doctor) is one of the UK’s leading male grooming experts and offers 1-2-1 coaching as well as group workshops for businesses. For more information please contact Tristan. Mobile: 07950 009 999 Email: tristan@themalegroomingdoctor.com 31
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