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You’ve gone googly eyed, bought the ring and bent the knee. Now what? This is a question many of us think about, but doubt we’ll ever need to answer. If that sounds like you (or if you’re a married man looking for some like-minded buddies to relate to), today is your lucky day; Reddit just posed the question, “Dear men of Reddit, what is up with the whole ‘marriage is the end of my life’ deal. Why get married if you aren’t excited for it? Or better yet, why is it a trope?”

Men from all corners of the globe responded, revealing the surprising realities of getting married. From bizarre arguments and conflict resolution strategies to “it’s normal to hit a weird patch 3 years in,” these honest (sometimes too much so) answers provide us bachelors with a peek behind the veil, and may (or may not) help you decide if you are ready to tie the knot.

No Marriage Is Perfect

However perfect your relationship may seem from the outside (or however perfect it may start out); we all have our dirt. In order to deal with this, the consensus was—unless it’s something serious—don’t obsess over it: “When you love someone, you accept their eh, maybe 10%, dirt.” Remember: give and take. Unless your past (and current actions) are spotless, you shouldn’t expect the same from your partner.

Don’t Stay Engaged For Too Long

Another insight that came out of the thread is that staying engaged for too long can add unhealthy pressure to your relationship: “Been in a relationship for three years with my fiance and the idea of marriage is becoming unattractive because of all the issues we’ve been having.” While there is definitely some truth to this, remember: it depends on your relationship. Some people might be quite happy to live in anticipation for 3 years. Others may not…

Counselling Is Always Useful

Whether or not it saves your relationship or leads to divorce, counselling has a way of leading you towards (or at least in the general direction of) the right path. As one man pointed out: “I’m not saying every relationship is worth sticking out; sometimes it is better to move on. But if you had help working through the issues, you may realise it is something you want. Either way the relationship goes, couples counselling could be very helpful.”

It’s Normal To Hit A Weird Patch 3 Years In

“I think it’s normal to hit a weird patch at about 3 years in,” one man said. “It’s when the infatuation phase is truly worn off. If you can work through it (couples therapy!) it could still be a really wonderful relationship. Discuss with your partner, don’t let the issues fester, because they’ll only get worse.”

Living Together Beforehand Doesn’t Always Help

Although most people assume that living together before you get married is a smart approach, one man disagreed: “Statistically couples who live together for longer than two years get married less often.” Whether or not he has cherry picked his statistics, it’s an interesting thought that, “If you’ve already lived out all of the mystery, there’s not a lot of reason to get married. The incentive leaves.” We would argue, however, that whether or not you get married before you move in together, you will face this problem anyway.

You Will Need To Learn The Difference Between ‘Dirt’ & A Serious Issue

All couples have the odd disagreement. But, as many a commenter pointed out, “Their dirt should never harm you the SO, or ever make you feel bad about yourself long-term. You’ll always disagree and nasty things get said in arguments.” But in a healthy relationship, “Genuine understanding and forgiveness should always come (maybe half way happy knowing life is about harmony which may require meeting in the middle).”

Don’t Let Issues Fester

Although most of the responses came from men, one woman added her two cents, explaining how much it helped her to deal with issues as soon as possible: “My hubby asked early in our relationship that we always talk things through, never go to bed angry… You both should always feel set back to right after discord.”

If You Settle, You’ll Regret It

This one is fairly self explanatory: but there are still a lot of people that need to hear it: “If you both aren’t absolutely googley-eyed about each other long past when you are married, please do yourself a favour. Don’t get married. Marry for deep love. You’ll find the person especially if you’re positive and keep looking. Trust your heart (intuition) always. If the little niggle continues, run like hell. Your life belongs to you and no one else.”

Don’t Listen To Everything Your Relatives Say

While your relatives might have some gems of advice for you, don’t feel compelled to trust all of it, especially if it doesn’t feel right. As one unfortunate man discovered—the hard way: “I read some stupid sounding advice on reddit from some random dude’s grandma. She said to never get married unless you’ve already fallen out of love once. For some reason it stuck in my mind despite me finding it stupid.”

“Broke up with my girlfriend. Then 6 months later I wanted her back and she said she’d only come back if we were serious. Married now and due to my time away and subsequently crawling back I’ve realised just how important it is to fight to keep the relationship healthy so we don’t go through that again.”

Marriage Isn’t An Excuse To Stop Being Charming

“People don’t understand that a good marriage takes work,” one guy warned. “You have to continue to date your wife; if not you will just turn into to roommates… then the thoughts of regret come in.”

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The odds of stepping out on a given day and seeing a shocking tattoo are nigh-on 100% these days.

You see, what were once intricate black-and-white pieces have over the years spread into tribal mush on some gym bro’s arm, terrible sports club logos on lads and cursive monstrosities of nationalism plastered across all-too-willing ribcages and triceps.

Often the question creeps into your head as to whether the tragic bastard brandishing their inky nightmare regrets their decision. You’ll never know, but we can make sure that should you ever decide to get some ink for yourself, you absolutely won’t.

As Clichéd as it is, we’ll eco the sentiment here: ‘Try and take inspiration from the things you’re passionate about’.

In tattooing, far too much emphasis is placed on the word, ‘meaning’. If you’ve ever watched Miami Ink, it was drilled into you constantly that every tattoo had to have a meaning. Similarly, whenever you get a tattoo, some smarmy prick will always pipe up with, ‘but what does it mean?’

The fact of the matter is, meaning isn’t always a pre-requisite, but it sure helps.

Maybe you have walked into a shop and picked something you liked on the wall, and that’s cool. In fact, many places do a bunch of business specifically on walk-ins and fixed rate flash days. If that’s your thing, go for it, but don’t be the person who spent 5 hours and 2 days getting a giant tiger across their thigh for absolutely no reason.

You’ll always feel better when you get something you really love thinking and talking about, even if it is a portrait of your ex’s cat.

Wait, Wait & Wait A Little More

You’ve thought of an idea. Good for you! It could be unique, it could be a modern twist on something else, or something that’s been done to death. Everyone thinks it’s amazing and totally you.

For the love of God though, think about it. Think about it long and hard, in bed at night and when you’re at work during the day. Let time pass, and if at the end of a few weeks (or better yet, a few months) you still have your heart set on it, then book.

There’s literally nothing bad that could come out of it and often something new will pop into your head that either adds to your idea, or trumps it altogether. Patience is a virtue when it comes to permanent ink.

Pick A Style & Stick With It

The problem you see with a good deal of horrendous tattoos may not be the individual tattoo itself. Often, they’re part of horrible mish-mashes of different styles, shapes and themes all thrown together to create a giant clusterf*ck on some poor willing soul’s skin.

Think of your body like the canvas that it is in the context of an art gallery. No one would put a Monet next to a Picasso, next to a David Hockney. If you like flash tattoos, stick to that. If you like black and white, same deal.

There’s Always A Better Artist Out There

Let’s say your friend tags you in a picture of a tattoo that he/she thinks will fit your desired style. You scroll through their feed, gradually falling in love with everything they do, and decide to entrust your skin to them.

This may well be justified, but often, you might just find out about someone else who does their colours a little brighter, their shading a little neater, and their detail a little more detailed.

Always explore every option in the area around you. You can never spend too much time researching, because at the end of the day you’re trusting them with A LOT. Instagram’s recommended followers feature is great for this.

Use Your Consultation Well

First of all, consultations cost nothing, and if you are charged for a consultation, you’re going to the wrong type of artist. If you agree to go ahead, have a deposit ready, but only after you’ve asked every question you can possibly think of.

The artist always knows best, so take their recommendations on what they think in terms of placement, size, colour, and everything else. You don’t want to be one of those people who thought they knew better. It will show in the finished piece.

And if all that fails, at least you’ll know that robots will one day get the job done better than humans.

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Flaming sunsets. Frigid fjords. Ice cold piña coladas. Coconut sun lotion. Burning sand. A luxury cruise in 2018 could take you pretty much anywhere. As of 2019, however, the cruise ship industry is set to take that “pretty much” and turn it into “absolutely,” with purpose-built vessels preparing to take you to some of the most remote corners of the globe.

If that’s not enough to get the adventurous onboard, cruise liners are also set to begin revisiting “politically unstable” countries that have been avoided in recent years. Combine that with the burgeoning luxury cruise tattoo parlour scene and the ratio of “retirees investing their inheritance in a sun tan” and “young people drinking too many daiquiris” may be set to shift.

According to Bloomberg projections, Greenland, Egypt, Turkey, The Galapagos and Antarctica are key destinations to keep an eye on (or better yet, book) this year. However; these countries are either politically volatile, or extremely remote—hence the need for “purpose built” cruise ships.

Arctic Greenland, for instance, one of the most isolated places on Earth, will be a hot spot with cruisers in 2019—a new development, seeing as, “Until recently it’s only been possible to explore the area’s untouched fjords, glaciers, colorful towns, and Viking sites on basic expedition ships,” (Bloomberg).

Now though, “New ships are being purpose-built to serve as base camps in icy waters,” (Bloomberg). Chief among them is Norway-based Hurtigruten’s hybrid electric, 500-passenger Roald Amundsen, which has a state-of-art underwater drone delivering video from down below and (naturally) an infinity pool up top.

“From either of those vantages—or even closer-up on excursions—you’ll be able to spot humpbacks and other whales, or see the northern lights high above,” Bloomberg reports. The company also plans to expand its environmentally friendly operations to Alaska, in 2020.

 

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The next country poised to make a resurgence in the cruise ship industry is Egypt, a nation which is still rebounding from a tourism slump that began with 2011’s Arab Spring. However, this year, Skift reports, “Luxury lines are returning to Egypt, meaning your World Cruise or Middle East itinerary will actually stop there rather than just pass through via the Suez Canal.”

“River lines are exploring farther afield, stopping not just in Cairo and Luxor, but in archaeologically spectacular Aswan as well.”

“Book a top suite on the 42-passenger Oberoi Philae, a steamwheeler replica that’s chartered by companies such as Lindblad Expeditions, and you can lounge in your own open-air whirlpool while pretending you’re Cleopatra on the Nile,” Skift continues.

The next destination due for a cruise ship resurgence is Turkey, a country which, like Egypt, has experienced a decline in cruise ship tourism in recent years. As Bloomberg reports, “After an attempted military coup in 2016, most cruise companies diverted their ships from Turkey to Greece.” However that pattern is slowly being reversed, with the aid of Turkish government financial incentives, which now run from $25 to $45 per passenger.

The Galapagos is another up and coming port of call of 2019. Although the remote Ecuadorian island chain has been at the epicentre of South America’s cruise industry for some time, this year trips are set to become even more intimate, with the introduction of several ultrasmall ships: “Most notable(y) is the 100-passenger, all-suite Celebrity Flora, which premieres in June with special cabanas for overnight glamping,” (Bloomberg).

 

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These personalised boats mean that you can snorkel with sea lions, cliff jump over lava rocks, and kayak with dolphins—without hundreds of other people beside you.

Antarctica is the final remote destination Bloomberg earmarked for an uptick in cruise ship visitors for 2019, with new adventure ships like the 200-passenger Scenic Eclipse (equipped with a seven-seat submarine and two seven-seat helicopters) enabling tourists to see the white continent’s orca, sperm whales, elephant seals, and human-size penguins in extravagant style.

 

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It’s January 7th and you’ve just completed 6 days of consecutive workouts whilst drinking nothing but green juice, tears and sweat. The only problem? You now have to go back to work and are not sure how many more kale shakes you can stomach.

So how do you juggle the fitness resolutions you set yourself with your manic boss, your social butterfly partner, date night and meal prep? Well, as it turns out, each year a number of health and fitness experts weigh in on this #topical topic, providing you with the latest scientific intel on how to be lazy stay as fit as possible with the least amount of effort.

So if your aim is to stay healthy (as opposed to becoming World Crossfit champion), you can put away the $14 Acai bowl and quit your expensive gym membership, because according to experts, it’s possible to maintain a basic level of fitness without working out for hours a day.

And you don’t even need to like sports, because no matter your lifestyle: there’s a type of exercise that will suit you—some of which you’ll already be doing; all they need is a little tweak.

The good folks over at the ABC consulted personal trainer Cassie White (and University of Queensland professor Wendy Brown) to get some examples of these sorts of activities. This is what they came up with…

“Riding a bike, hiking with friends, or using an elliptical trainer while watching TV are all options. Just make sure you’re doing them at a brisk enough pace that requires some effort.”

As for the exact amount of time you need to spend exercising, Australia’s national guidelines (for adults between the ages of 18 and 64) say you should be doing 150 to 300 minutes (2.5 to 5 hours) of “moderate intensity” physical activity, or 75 to 150 minutes of “vigorous intensity” physical activity each week (or an equivalent combination of both).

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This means the absolute minimum amount of exercise you can get away with doing (per week) to be considered “healthy” is two and a half hours of moderate intensity (power-walking, cycling, swimming), or one and a half hours of high-intensity activity (running, HIIT classes, boxing).

 

 

 

 

 

 

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According to the guidelines, muscle-strengthening activities (like push-ups, sit-ups and squats) should be done at least twice a week, to maintain muscle mass—in turn protecting your joints and cartilage.

The guidelines also recommend reducing the amount of time you spend sitting down. This is important because, as reported by the Mayo Clinic, “The more hours you sit each day, the higher your risk of metabolic problems, which can impact your health and longevity, even if you achieve the recommended amount of daily physical activity.”

That said, “If you want to lose weight, maintain weight loss or meet specific fitness goals, you may need to exercise more,” (via the Mayo Clinic). And if you want to aim even higher, you can achieve more health benefits if you increase your exercise to 300 minutes or more a week.

Another tip for those short on time is to break your exercise down into short chunks (otherwise known as fitness snacking): “If you can’t fit in one 30-minute walk during the day, try a few five-minute walks instead… Any activity is better than none at all,” (Mayo Clinic).

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It’s a trope we’ve seen played out in pop culture time and time again: women are hard to read, men are clueless, blah blah blah.

The geek is goaded into asking the popular girl out, then gets shot down in front of the whole school while her douchebro buddies laugh their asses off.

Or those very same douchebros, afflicted with an overinflated sense of their own handsomeness, assume all women in the immediate vicinity must get butterflies at the mere sight of them. Brimming with a heady blend of testosterone and ego, they aggressively pursue every exasperated female in sight.

As tedious as those narratives have become, you have to admit: the last thing you want to do is misread the situation and go for the kiss while her roided out boyfriend is right behind you.

So what’s a contentious man to do? Learn how to tell when she’s actually flirting and when she’s just being friendly. Below are 12 signs to watch for if you’re in unfamiliar territory – in the case of that roid-loving boyfriend, this bit of knowledge could actually save your life.

She’s Hovering

Every time you turn around, she’s there – “accidentally” brushing against you, dancing in your peripheral vision, magically ordering a drink at the bar at the same time as you. Even if she’s hosting the event, she somehow always finds an excuse to be in your personal space (the other guests can get their own crudités, thank you very much). On the rare occasions she’s not within your immediate radius, you’ll catch her staring from across the room and flashing a coy smile. This woman is either shy or very traditional, and in either case, her hovering is your signal to start a conversation.

She Has No Ulterior Motives

We all have that friend: the guy who’s convinced that the exotic dancer actually likes him, and isn’t just doing her job because she has bills to pay and mouths to feed. For the last time, Kevin, Candy is not her real name and she doesn’t think you’re “not like all the others.” Before dropping too much money on lap dances (or another round of drinks, or dessert, or a suit you can’t afford), consider her position. If you’re a customer in any capacity, it’s her job to charm you and convince you to part with your cash. Do not mistake her savvy salesmanship for romantic or sexual interest.

She Disappears To Freshen Up

“Excuse me,” she says with a shy smile, “I’ll be right back.” Off she trots to the bathroom while you nervously sip your whiskey sour, hoping you’re not about to get ghosted IRL. Tense minutes pass. Then she returns. But this woman is not the same woman who left… this woman has seductively tousled hair, a fresh coat of lipstick, and are you seeing things or did that skirt somehow get shorter? That mini glow-up is an effort to make sure your eyes stay on her and they like what they see.

She Has Positive Body Language

The woman who’s avoiding eye contact, slouched with her arms across her chest, shriveled in the corner like an antisocial raisin? Not into you, bro. Body language is one of the most significant signs that a woman is or isn’t feeling you. In fact, the majority of human communication is nonverbal, so keep your eyes peeled for positive signs: she maintains eye contact, she smiles a lot (a real smile that produces crinkles around her eyes), she draws attention to her mouth or plays with her hair, she faces you and keeps her body “open” (meaning nothing is between the two of you, like a purse or a phone or her arms), her voice raises in pitch, and she mirrors your body language.

She’s Responsive To Touch

This may sound like body language, and ok, it is, but it’s so important that it deserves its own section. Notice how she responds to your touch. If you lightly touch her arm when you crack a joke, does she recoil? Does she freeze up? Does she laugh and touch you back? You see where this is going. If she responds positively to your touch, and escalates her physicality as you escalate yours, she’s feeling the spark. It’s an especially strong sign if she begins initiating contact.

She’s Engaged With Your Conversation

She laughs at your jokes (even the ones that barely qualify as such) and reacts to your stories like they’re Shakespeare. Either she thinks you’re fascinating, or she wants you to think she thinks you’re fascinating – either way it’s a win, because she’s clearly enjoying your company. Act fast. It’s only a matter of time before she realises you’ve swiped all your best material from Instagram memes.

She Acts Different Around You

Some women are naturally extroverted in a way that comes off as flirty, even if they don’t mean to be and aren’t aware they’re doing it. Others feel compelled to flirt out of a need for validation, but have no intention of following through. And yes, some are flirty because they’re actually interested in going home with you to “see your rock collection” that they’re totally actually interested in and not at all using as an excuse to get back to your place. To tell the difference, watch how she acts around other people. If she’s no different around you than she is around any other man, cut your losses and move on.

She’s Trying To Come Off As “Cool”

The “cool girl” has lately been a subject of disdain, but it remains a real-life phenomenon. She’s got the hots for you so she becomes obsessed with playing it cool. She acts casual – almost indifferent. She’s down to play video games and hang with the boys. She’ll drink beer and talk about sports. She pretends to be into your dumb hobbies and laughs at all your shit jokes. She teases you like she’s “one of the guys.” She’s a stereotype, a character, and it rarely represents the real person, but there’s no doubt she’s trying to get your attention.

There’s another side to this coin. She might really like beer and rugby and your friends and your dad jokes. Good-natured teasing is a classic flirting tactic. And of course, if she’s into you, she will express interest in things you find interesting – it’s how she gets to know you better. Either way it’s a sign she’s keen, but you’re better off with a woman who’s naturally compatible than a woman who thinks she needs to be someone she’s not to attract you.

She Makes It Clear She’s Single

Her hints are as subtle as Donald Trump’s tan. She’ll leave no doubt that she’s single if she wants you to ask her out, perhaps by offhandedly mentioning her frustration with Tinder or telling the story of the terrible blind date she went on last weekend (her friends have such crap taste in men). On the other hand, if she talks about her crushes or mentions a significant other, she’s trying to let you down gently before things get awkward.

She Brings Up Sex

Now she’s being even less subtle. Whether she’s gently alluding to her sex life or outright talking about it, she’s thinking about what you’re like between the sheets. In some cases she may just have a raunchy sense of humour, but more often than not, if she’s making suggestive jokes and naughty comments, it’s a green light to take things further.

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She Hints At Hanging Out

She’s giving you all these signs and you still haven’t made a move? Fine, she sighs, I’ll make it even more obvious. This guy just can’t take a hint. So she starts to prompt you to ask her out, casually saying things like “I know this great French restaurant – we should check it out sometime” and “Oh, you’re into taxidermy? I’ve always wanted to try that. Maybe you can teach me.” This is your cue to jump in with date plans ASAP.

She Takes The Lead

This is 2019 and if she’s really into you, and you’re too much of a moron to figure it out, she’ll likely have no problem taking matters into her own hands. She’ll straight-up tell you she finds you attractive, ask for your number, and suggest a day to hang out. A wise man would do as she says.

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Few cities inspire, move and ignite passion like New York City. The culture, art and people make it a must-go destination for any worldly gent. So for those gents, here are the coolest New York hotels to get a well-earned kip in the city that never sleeps.
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Bespoke suit? Check. Bench-made leather shoes? Check. What about your skin and hair? A tired complexion and bed head are not only signs you’re on overload, they’ll undo your style investments and keep you looking drab.

Thing is, a well-groomed gent is one that: gets a second look in after a first date, impresses the boss or client at work and has a certain togetherness about him first thing Sunday morning, even after a few the night before with mates.

Miracle, right? Wrong, good skin and hair is available to all. If you’re tired of looking tired, here are the best grooming products for men right now.

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Bioderma Micellar Water

A fresh-faced morning starts with proper skin care the night before. That’s easier said than done if it’s been a hectic night out, but Bioderma’s micellar water makes it easy. Micellar water contains tiny oil molecules called micelles that act as magnets to pull dirt, pollution, loose skin and other nasties from the surface of your skin. It’s a perfect pre-bed ritual to prevent impurities from weaseling their way under your skin’s surface, causing acne or blocked pores at a later date.

How to use it: Soak a cotton pad. Swipe it over your face and eye area to cleanse. No need to rinse after, simply dry gently.

$14.90

Kiehl’s Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate

Like a face-swap (but without the Snapchat filter), this micro-peel concentrate serum from Kiehl’s is designed to fight the signs of ageing — while you sleep. It works by accelerating cell turnover, so you wake with newer looking skin, eliminating uneven skin tone and rough textures. Plus, it contains sustainably sourced quinoa; tell that to all your eastern suburb friends.

How to use it: Apply at night after cleansing and toning but before a concentrated serum. Follow with your nightly moisturiser.

BUY $80

Perricone MD CBx For Men Super Clean Face Wash

You haven’t already, you need to make cleansing part of your daily routine. Like a dermatologist in a bottle, Perricone MD’s gel-to-foam cleanser is a lightweight face wash that rids your skin of the daily grind without over-drying. The CBx for Men Collection is designed specifically to address men’s key skincare needs with phytocannabinoids, which are naturally-derived from the hemp plant and deliver potent antioxidant benefits to stressed out skin.

How to use it: Apply a generous amount to moist skin and work into a lather. Rinse with warm water. Can also be used to soften stubble prior to shaving. Follow up with a skin toner.

BUY $35

Grown Alchemist Enzyme Exfoliant

Sick of flakey, bumpy skin? You need to start exfoliating. Not just a skin-thing your girlfriend does, exfoliating helps control oil buildup, evens out your skin’s texture and tone, reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and preps skin for a smooth shave. Grown Alchemist’s Enzyme Exfoliant contains a complex blend of fruit extracts that hydrates facial skin while gently dissolving dead skin cell bonds, resulting in enhanced cell renewal.

How to use it: Massage onto cleansed skin, including the eye area. Leave on for 5-10 minutes. Rinse off thoroughly. Follow with your preferred serum and moisturiser.

BUY $70

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Hims Morning Glow Vitamin C Serum

You know your diet needs plenty of vitamins, but how about your skin care routine? Vitamin C is a powerful ingredient that fights sun damage while evening out your skin tone and giving your complexion a brighter, healthier glow. Serums boast many of the same beloved ingredients as your normal creams in a higher concentration to maximize the benefits. The Morning Glow Vitamin C Serum from Hims promises to help you look as though you’ve gotten a full eight hours of beauty rest and have your shit together.

How to use it: Gently apply every morning after cleansing and before your moisturiser or sunscreen.

BUY $33

Aesop Facial Hydrating Cream

Aesop’s facial hydrating cream is a dream-cream for men. It’s not too thick, so it won’t clog your pores, but it’s full of all the necessary goodies: vitamin E to nourish and mineral-based zinc oxide, which coats the skin to protect against the sun. And it smells like masculine sandalwood — nothing chemical or grandma-smelling here. It’s the perfect everyday use cream, for a better feeling face, all day.

How to use it: For all skin types, simply massage a small amount onto the face after cleansing and toning the skin.

BUY $40

Jaxon Lane 100% Hydrogel Bro Mask

A mask is not only a relaxing way to spend a hangover, it can help erase the effects of a long day at work and an even longer night at play. Put it in easy-to-use sheet mask form and there’s no excuse not to pop one on after an evening of excess. The 100% Hydrogel Bro Mask from Jaxon Lane is made with advanced hydrogel technology for maximum hydration and absorption of active ingredients including vitamins, collagen and plant extracts. The formulation is specifically designed to target problems common to men, including blemishes, redness, sun damage and fine lines.

How to use it: Remove protective films from top half. Apply mask to face, adjust and smooth to fit your facial contours. Repeat with bottom half. Leave on for 20 minutes. Discard mask and pat serum onto skin.

BUY $28

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Kiehl’s Facial Fuel Eye De-Puffer

Caffeine does more than provide energy on a slow-moving morning. Alcohol dilates blood vessels, which can result in an eye area that looks puffy and bloated. An eye cream formulated caffeine can revive tired-looking eyes by constricting blood vessels, reducing puffiness and dark circles as a result. An eye cream with cooling properties, like Kiehl’s Facial Fuel Eye De-Puffer, provides additional refreshing relief while smoothing the under-eye area and adding weightless hydration.

How to use it: Apply a small amount around and under eyes in a patting motion.

BUY $33

Anthony Hand Cream

Aveda Anti-Hair Loss Shampoo

They say prevention is far better than a cure. And the same goes for hair loss. Aveda’s ‘Invati’ shampoo exfoliates the scalp and removes buildup and excess sebum that can clog pores and inhibit hair growth. The shampoo is designed to refresh your scalp with salicylic acid and plant actives so your ultra-conditioned hair is stronger and less likely to break. Luscious locks, long-time.

How to use it: Massage into wet hair and scalp. Rinse.

BUY $50

RELATED: Gentlemen’s Guide To Hair Loss

D R Harris Wet Shaving Kit

Rather than try keep hair on your head (or face), here’s the trick to effectively get rid of it. D R Harris has released a Made In England wet shaving kit, for the next best thing after a professional blade shave at the barber. Comprised of four pieces, you’ll get a Mach 3 blade razor, badger hair brush and a wash bowl, to easily lather your chin and cheeks. Stylishly hung on a chrome stand — to let the bristles dry properly — the cream set will add an old-world charm to your bathroom basin too. Much better than any plastic, disposal razor ten-pack.

BUY $395

How to use it: Refer to our guide for the perfect shave.

Geo. F Trumper Coconut Oil Shaving Cream

Coconut oil is the ‘grease’ for hipster foodies. And now it’s the must-have shaving cream for your face #paleo. Made in the UK, Geo F. Trumper’s soft shaving cream is scented with coconut oil, so you’ll smell like a summer holiday even at work. It actually contains coconut pulp, but without the grit, so it’s smooth to apply with only a small amount required for each shave, giving you enough lather comfortably.

BUY $12

How to use it: Best used with a shaving brush.

Molton Brown Black Peppercorn Body Wash

Putting more spice in your shower life, Molton Brown’s Black Peppercorn body wash carries Madagascan black peppercorn oil, which acts as an exotic antioxidant protection. The wash is also fragranced with coriander and a herby basil to balance out that peppery tang. Did we mention it’s award-winning?

BUY $65

How to use it: Use in shower daily.

Marvis Aquatic Mint Toothpaste

Too cool for Colgate? Marvis’s ‘Aquatic Mint’ toothpaste is a luxurious way to maintain your pearly whites. It’s made in Florence, so now you can boast that your toothpaste and your leather dress shoes are both Italian-made. The creamy, non-gritty texture is super minty with no aftertaste, so you have long-lasting fresh breath all the time. Plus, the packaging is an apothecary-inspired tube, which will look smart next your wet shave kit.

How to use it: Apply a pea-size amount onto your toothbrush, twice a day with brushing.

$18

Tom Ford For Men Concealer

There’s no shame in the men’s makeup game if you’re looking particularly rough around the edges. Tom Ford For Men Concealer comes in a twist-up stick and is designed to applied with your fingers after your moisturizer or eye treatment. Use it to reduce visible redness, blemishes, under-eye circles or razor nicks. With a bit of blending, it will camouflage your imperfections with a natural, imperceptible finish.

How to use it: Apply a small amount to a finger and dab it onto areas that need concealing. Blend gently until melds seamlessly with your skin.

BUY $68

Baxter of California Hydro Salve Lip Balm

If your pout has turned into a parched pucker, lip balm is a must. The award-winning Hydro Salve Lip Balm from Baxter of California is a paraben-free formula infused with deeply hydrating shea butter, vitamin E and coconut oil to lock in moisture and soften lips. Not only will it make you instantly more kissable, its no-shine finish won’t leave you with a girly glossy look.

How to use it: Apply liberally to lips as needed.

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