Shaving & beard2 min read
How to get a more comfortable shave
Preparation, direction and razor care: the habits to check before buying another shaving product, with guidance from the American Academy of Dermatology.
Welcome to your next routine
Good grooming.
On your terms.
What to use. Why it matters. What’s worth your money. A considered take on men’s skin, hair and fragrance.
Build your first routine01 / THE ESSENTIALSStart small. Find what works.
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Your starting pointA better routine begins
with the basics.
with the basics.
A little knowledge goes a long way
The field notes.
Useful answers for your everyday routine.
Fragrance2 min read
How to choose your first fragrance
Use samples, compare scent families and keep track of the exact version. A straightforward way to find a fragrance you enjoy wearing.
Hair & scalp2 min read
Build a hair routine around your hair
A practical starting point for washing, conditioning and styling, with guidance for different hair textures and scalp needs.
Keep it simple
Your bathroom.
Fewer question marks.
Get to know three everyday skincare essentials, then make the routine your own.
Read the starter guide- 01
Cleanse.
Choose a face wash that suits your skin.
- 02
Moisturise.
Find a texture you enjoy using.
- 03
Protect.
Make sunscreen part of getting ready.
The men’s product edit
Before you buy.
01
Product notes
02Bulldog Original Moisturiser
A daily face cream for normal or dry skin. The important caveat: it contains fragrance.
Product notes
03Philips OneBlade 360 Face
A closer look at the QP2734/20 for stubble and edges, including its limits and replacement-blade costs.
Product notes
04American Crew Fiber
A styling option for short, textured hair when you want hold without a glossy finish.
Product notes
Montblanc Explorer Eau de Parfum
A sampling brief for the original Explorer: citrus, woods and the versions to distinguish before buying.
Made for your routine
A proper place for men’s grooming.
Short hair, a growing beard, a first skincare routine, a fragrance you want to wear. Our guides start with the decisions men make in front of the bathroom mirror. Product notes explain the fit, the limitations and what to check before buying.
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