You think you’ve got this right? Guess again champ. We’ve all been guilty of some of these crimes in the past. Though some of us may still be on parole. From time to time, you’ve probably wondered, why your skin feels too dry, or why your hair isn’t settling right. You may not have noticed at the time, but chances are you were making a few mistakes while grooming. The solution? Get it right the first time by knowing exactly what you did wrong. And hopefully, you’ll look much more vibrant and charming throughout your day. Look on the label of your aftershave bottle. If it’s an Eau de Toilette, three pumps is generous and not to be exceeded. If it’s an Eau de parfum, two pumps is plenty. You wouldn’t paint a wall without sanding and stripping it back, yet too many men pile on their favourite putty, clay or pomade every day without getting rid of the build-up.
This can lead to scalp problems like dandruff and mess with your look. Invest in a clarifying shampoo.
Drink a litre to a litre and half a day. Non-negotiable. Your skin will look brighter and your kidneys will remove toxins from your system.
Twenty-year-old skin has different needs to 30 and 40. The older you get, the more potent the active ingredients required to get the same effect. Mainly because you no longer turn over cells with the efficiency you once did. As the year’s tick by, you should apply more serums and overnight concentrates.
If you’re going to rock stubble or a beard, do not shave up to the chin line. Unless you’re going to a Miami Vice party as a third-rate Puerto Rican drug lord. Nothing exacerbates even the shadow of a double chin more than this look. Take it at least to the Adam’s apple. You’re welcome.