Welcome gentlemen to the world where your hair and grooming are considered a top priority. Along with all the beauty enthusiasts in the UK, Salon Trusted wants to give you tips and tricks on how to take care of your hair, facial hair, and skin.
It doesn’t matter if you’re a novice or a seasoned pro, we will give you insights that will boost your confidence and help you achieve a healthy lifestyle.
The blog will highlight how to build simple but effective grooming routines regarding your hair, skin and facial hair. We will also tell you how to correctly manscape, and give you tips for healthy skin and hair. Read on further for our grooming suggestions, and some essential product recommendations for men’s grooming.
Here goes:
Building Simple But Effective Grooming Routines
These will be very simple and easy to follow and maintain for all kinds of lifestyles. As a man, you may have to make an extra effort initially to start these routines, but once you do, you’ll be in for a great result!
Skincare Routines
Cleansing
Always start your day and end it with a gentle cleanser to remove impurities, oil, and dirt. You may have a hectic day facing the harshness of the environment. Don’t sleep with that skin, and don’t leave your home without looking your best. This routine will help you create a foundation for a healthy and clear skin
Make a routine of exfoliating at least two to three times every week. It helps in removing the dead skin cells. If you have clogged pores, it will help you get rid of those, and at the same time, leave you with a smoother skin.
Your skin needs to hydrate in the cold and windy weather. It can easily dry up on its own as well. Keep it moisturised. It will help you against the environmental elements. Never skip moisturisers in your skincare routines.
Even on the cloudy days, your skin isn’t safe from the UV rays. Never go out in the daylight without sun protection. This is extremely crucial in preventing skin cancer and premature ageing of the skin.
Use a shampoo that suits your hair type. Don’t invest in a one-size-fits-all shampoo. There are numerous shampoos out there that will make you believe they are the best. Buy the ones that are best for your hair type. Shampoo your hair at least two to three times a week. Don’t overdo it or else you will end up stripping your hair of its natural oils.
Along with shampoo, always use a conditioner as well. It seems like an added step after a shampoo. Why care about conditioning at all? Right? No! You need to keep your hair hydrated and manageable. The right conditioner will help you in preventing hair fall, breakage, and split ends.
Keep your scalp healthy and massage it regularly. It will help you clear out bad build up in your scalp. It will also help you stimulate the blood flow to your scalp, ensuring your hair gets the right nutrients. Tonics and scalp care products are ideal for keeping a ‘right head of hair on your shoulders’.
Checkout Pashana! The range consists of a variety of scent to keep your hair smelling and feeling fresh.
Styling
You can achieve your desired look by styling your hair with the right products. But please keep in mind that some products are harmful to the hair if used frequently and in more volume. Always apply only as much is needed to get the look you are going for. Don’t overdo it. If your hair is being weighed down, you are using too much product.
Dark Stag are a great brand for styling with products ranging from Texturizing Spray to Pomades, what better is their whole ranging is under £15! A classic brand to buy your styling products is Tigi, they have everything for your hair needs.
Trimming
Get a haircut at least once every two months, or more frequently if your hair growth is phenomenal. It will maintain your style and help you in preventing split ends. Find a great salon, build trust with your barber, and let them do their magic. But if you have a manageable hairstyle, you can try trimming it at home.
Babyliss is one of the top leading brands in men’s clippers and trimmers, Babyliss clippers are known to be durable and user friendly to insure you get that salon cut in the comfort of your own home.
Invest in a good pair of clippers and trimmers. Buy a razor that fits your beard style. Go for a stubble or a 5 o’clock shadow look. Find the right beard that suits your face shape. Shave it and trim it whenever necessary. Always shave in the direction of the hair growth. This will help you in avoiding ingrown hairs and irritation. Always lather up before the shave, and use a sharp razor, and always use an aftershave when done.
Keep your beard and face hydrated with a good quality beard oil. It will keep your beard itch-free, hydrated, and soft. We all know how a dry and tangly beard feels, so avoid that with the regular oiling of your beard. It will tame your unkempt and unruly hair in check.
Manscaping is taking care of your body hair, trimming it and grooming it for a clean and neat look. It may sound tedious to do, but it’s always a good routine to add to your skincare.
Here is how you do it correctly:
Trim First
If your body hair is too long, don’t directly shave. It will easily clog up the razor, making the process even longer. Use a trimmer or a clipper to shorten the hair first. You will thank us later. Always use the right male grooming tech for manscaping. Electronic trimmers are the best tool you can get for manscaping. Buy a body groomer or a razor that is designed for sensitive areas.
Get in the bathtub or take a warm shower. Warm water opens up the pores and makes your skin softer for easy shaves and trims. Lather up too, if needed. This will help in smooth shaving and reduce skin irritation during the shaves. Apply a shaving cream or a gel when shaving as it will create a protective barrier between the razor and your skin. There’s a reason why shaving gels and creams were invented. Don’t be a barbarian and start shaving on dry skin. You will likely irritate your skin quickly and may even cut yourself a lot.
Once you are done with shaving your body, always rinse it with cool water and moisturise afterwards. Use a moisturiser that hydrates your skin properly.
See Insight Man for a range of skincare products.
Conclusion
For men, grooming isn’t about vanity; it is a crucial part of personal hygiene and self-care. By building up small, simple, and effective routines, you can get healthy skin, hair, and body.
These small changes in habit and grooming yourself will take you a long way. The seemingly simple acts of self-care will make a huge difference in how you live, and how you take on the challenges life has to offer.
