Etat Pur Sun Creams
Are you sensitive to sun care? I was introduced to the Etat Pur line a while back (read here) and recently found out they’ve ...
View ArticlePhilips Reaura: Review (Part 1)
I’ve finally got my hands on the Philips ReAura! A lot of you have been asking about this… Discover the benefits of professional laser ...
View ArticleManuka Honey Skincare
I’m sure you’ve heard all about the health benefits of (properly made/concentrated) Manuka honey… In terms of the much-lauded antibacterial properties of manuka honey, the jury’s ...
View ArticleLab Series Instant Skin Booster
I’ve been incredibly busy during Fashion Week so this product couldn’t have landed on my desk sooner… The ideal product for skin that is easily affected ...
View ArticleReAura Update
It’s been a month since I started using the ReAura so here are some updated thoughts! I’m now using the ReAura on the highest setting; ...
View ArticleHair Transplants for Men
Hair Transplant There are two different types of Hair Transplants: FUE and FUT. The FUT uses a strip of hair from the back of the ...
View ArticleWIN! With Palmer’s for Men
Gentlemen, pay attention – keeping your skin well moisturised is a widely accepted skin routine nowadays, and helps keep your skin smooth and hydrated. But ...
View ArticleOily Skin
What’s the problem? Skin looks ‘shiny’ and feels oily to the touch. Particularly across the forehead, nose and cheekbones. Quick Fixes Try using an anti-shine ‘primer’ to ...
View ArticleBrows
What’s the problem? Eyebrows look ‘bushy’ or, most likely, you have excess hair between your brows. Quick Fixes Plucking and waxing are the best methods to fix ...
View ArticleShaving
What’s the problem? There can be a few. Razor bumps, ingrown hairs, cuts and the lack of a close shave. Quick Fixes If your skin is really ...
View ArticleRosacea + Redness
What’s the problem? Your face (usually the cheeks and nose) look very red, whether you’re embarrassed or not. Quick Fixes If you want to tame redness quickly, ...
View ArticleAcne Scars
What’s the problem? You have scars left over from acne, they can be flat and red/dark or indented (sometimes called ‘pitted’) scars. Quick Fixes Flat scars – ...
View ArticleWrinkles
What’s the problem? Your skin is starting to wrinkle, mostly around the most expressive parts of your face; corners of your eyes, forehead and around ...
View ArticleEyes
What’s the problem? One (or all) of three problems; darkness under the eyes, wrinkles around the eyes and bags/puffiness. Quick Fixes Darkness – A very light touch ...
View ArticleDark Spots and Discolouration
What’s the problem? You have dark, red or generally uneven patches of colour on your skin; these can be freckles, acne scars, marks left by ...
View ArticleAcne
What’s the problem? You either have mild/moderate acne (whiteheads, blackheads and pimples) or moderate/severe acne (all of the mentioned plus painful ‘cystic’ acne/lesions). Quick Fixes There aren’t ...
View ArticleDry Skin
What’s the problem? Your skin feels dry or ‘tight’. It may be so dry that your skin ‘flakes’ a bit, usually around the nose and ...
View ArticlePimples
What’s the problem? You get occasional pimples, usually with white heads. If you have more than 4 or 5 on your face at any one time, ...
View ArticleVisible Pores + Blackheads
What’s the problem? You have tiny black dots (blackheads) on your skin, usually on and either side of the nose. Occasionally on the forehead and ...
View ArticleHair Loss
What’s the problem? You’re losing (or have lost!) your hair. Usually in the crown, your hairline or both areas. Quick Fixes Ditch your regular styling products and ...
View ArticleTanning
What’s the problem? You need a bit of colour and don’t want to (or can’t) tan naturally. Quick Fixes If you need instant colour, using a bronzing ...
View ArticleReAura: Final Thoughts?
I’ve spent about 3 months with the Philips ReAura (and my mum decided to use it too) so here’s what we think! Application Me: Application is ...
View ArticleReview: Braun cruZer Precision
The Braun cruZer Precision is probably my most-loved grooming gadget at the moment: The cruZer precision mustache trimmer is right on target when it ...
View ArticleBody Hair
What’s the problem? You have excess body hair that you’d either like to minimise or get rid of completely. Quick Fixes Most hair removal methods are pretty ...
View ArticleFacial Treatments – Surgical and Non-Surgical
If you’re looking for a noticeable and (relatively) quick change in your appearance – professional treatments are an option. These include surgery as well ...
View ArticleBody Acne
What’s the problem? You have spots, pimples or active acne on your body. Usually on the back and chest. Quick Fixes There aren’t any quick fixes for ...
View ArticleBody Surgery – Invasive + Non-Invasive
If you’re looking for a noticeable and (relatively) quick change in your appearance – professional treatments are an option. These include surgery as well as ...
View ArticleHands and Nails
What’s the problem? Your hands need a bit of TLC, they might be dry, you might have hangnails (that’s the skin either side of your ...
View ArticleLab Series: East Meets West
Skincare for men is big business in Asia, moreso than the West where we’re traditionally more body (rather than face) conscious. As a result, men’s ...
View ArticleReview: Avene Triacneal
Avene Triacneal is a skin treatment that contains 3 well-concentrated ingredients to improve skin clarity and texture: Efectiose® to reduce inflammations Retinaldehyde to eliminate imperfections...
View ArticleGillette: A (Brief) History
I spotted a vintage Gillette razor last week at a barbershop, equal parts very old and very Mad Men cool – there’s a gallery ...
View ArticleReview: Nivea Sun SPF50+ Light Feeling Daily Face Sun Fluid
Okay, it might be a little early to be reviewing sunscreen but if there’s one thing I try to teach you guys, it’s that sunscreen ...
View ArticleNivea Stress Protect
Nivea recently asked me to test out their new Stress Protect deodorant in a stressful environment. Extra anti-perspirant protection in stressful situations – with ...
View ArticleReview: HUGO Red
Is the image above you (or, could you see yourself in that photo)? If so, let me tell you about the latest HUGO BOSS fragrance – ...
View ArticleGivenchy Gentlemen Only
Check out the latest fragrance from Givenchy, ‘Gentlemen Only’ feautring Australian actor Simon Baker – probably best known as Patrick in The Mentalist (do ...
View ArticleReview: SkinCeuticals Redness Neutralizer
I haven’t been this impressed with a product for a while… Formulated with patent-pending NeuroMed Complex, Redness Neutralizer prevents and corrects redness associated with rosacea ...
View ArticleNew Stuff: Avibon
Thought I’d give you all a heads up on the latest cult do-it-all skincare product! Avibon is a thick cream available over-the-counter at French pharmacies. ...
View ArticleReview: Ole Henriksen Lemon Strip Flash Peel
There’s a very good reason why the Lemon Strip Flash Peel is one of Ole Henriksen’s most-popular products for men… Suitable for all skin types, ...
View ArticleReview: Remington Touch Control Hair Clipper
They’re not just for south of the border! Check out the latest from Remington in their (vaguely Iron Man-ish?) promo video. This new trimmer has a ...
View ArticleZIRH Body Bar
I’m not a huge fan of bar soap but here’s something that’s blown my mind a little bit… The ZIRH Body Bar is a body ...
View ArticleLet’s Try: Shaving with a Safety Razor.
Right guys, I’m taking the plunge! When the (very dapper) guys over at The Executive Shaving Company offered some product and – most ...
View ArticleAlterna Caviar Clinical – Thin Hair Saviour
Just a quick shout-out for a system of products that have made the cut for The Body Map after some extensive testing. I ...
View ArticleMr Porter Launches Grooming
Well this is pretty cool… MRPORTER.COM is delighted to announce the global launch of grooming. From October 2013, a dedicated area on site will showcase ...
View ArticleManscaping: Which one are you?
According to new research by Braun, 70% of us guys want less body hair. That’s a lot more than I thought! If you’re looking to ...
View ArticleRemington i-Light Pro
I’m always a bit dubious about any product that promises professional results at home, especially hair removal devices. After trialling the Remington i-Light ...
View ArticleBraun °CoolTec
So this is interesting. The Braun °CoolTec shaver is unlike any electric shaver I’ve used before (and I’ve used a lot more than ...
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