Choosing a Straight Razor
Choosing a straight razor can be tricky. If you’re a novice, how will you know exactly what you need to be looking out for, anyway? Straight razors may not be my forte by choice, but I’ve spent enough time trying to buy one for a significant other that I have to admit (and I’m not being vain): I really know my razors.
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How to Shave with a Straight Razor
Shaving with a straight razor can be a little scary at first, but the results are worth it. Plenty of men swear by their straight razors because they provide a smooth, reliable shave that they can control with the right sharpening techniques.
If you have to shave anyway, whether it’s to hang onto that job, look hot for a date, or do a little touch up on a disaster facial hair regrowth attempt, you should think about how you shave. You probably know if your routine can get better. (more…)
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Grooming Guide for 40+
Mature skin may not be as elastic or as smooth, but you do have a good deal more character with 40+ skin. Mature skin has its drawbacks, sure. If you work with it well and don’t treat it like it’s half its age, you’ll have satisfactory results as you age.
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Grooming Guide for the 30 Somethings
Gotten over the 30-year-old slump? Good for you. On to more important things. . . like assessing any damage from your 20s, and fighting changes that are sneaking up on you (very unpleasantly, I might add), and looking better than ever. That’s the goal at least, so keep on reading. . .
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Grooming Guide for the 20 Somethings
Grooming rules may change as you get past your teens: you may not be busting out the blemish cream half as much, and you may also be facing new concerns (like keeping your skin young as you progress through your 20s).
Hair
A quarter of all men in their 20s start losing their hair, and although you may not be one now, why not prepare yourself for some hair loss ahead of time? (more…)
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• Ruffs, Cuffs and Farthingales (by Winston Chesterfield)
• BespokeMe (by Andrew Williams)
• Man about (London) Town (by Matt Clarke)
• Parisian Gentleman (by Hugo Jacomet)
• Smarter Style (by Michael Snytkin)
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