Your Best Shave
We’ve all had some really bad shaves. Razor burns. Painful red slashes across the face. But with some quick prepping and simple shaving tips, you can have the best shave of your life.
Cleanse. You must cleanse your face with a gently, quality cleanser. Use hot water to open the pores. A good wash will also soften the beard and prepare your face for a perfect shave.
Moisturize. To avoid those painful razor burns and red slashes, apply moisturizer liberally to your face and neck.
Lather up. A gentle, good quality shaving cream is a must. Ingredients like aloe vera cool and soothe your skin before and after shaving.
Massage. Massage your shaving cream over all areas to be shaved. A gentle, moisturizing shaving cream that won’t dry out your skin will give you the best results.
Avoid Harsh Products. Don’t use products that contain benzocaine or menthol. These ingredients dry and irritate the skin.
Colognes for the Fall Season
You are ready to take on the 2010 fall season. You know that you’ll dress your best. The new styles will be fun and effortless to wear. The only other accessory you’ll need to select is the right cologne, one that will work for you.
So why not try one or all of these top four picks:
Vera Wang for Men. Vera blends a woody, oriental fragrance with a zesty freshness from leaves and yuzu with mandarin leaves, nutmeg and vintage leather. It’s seductive and masculine. A sensuous base of sandalwood complete this warmly inviting scent.
Burberry Brit. The British know style. Burberry brings British flavor with a sumptuous blend of cardamom, green mandarin and ginger accord. Cedarwood, nutmeg and wild rose accord, delicately blended with grey musk, wood accord and tonka beans finish off this tempting scent. Read more
Wardrobe Essentials
Though changing seasons herald changing fashions, there are some rock-solid items that should populate your closet, no matter what the year or season. Here are a few tips for the well-dressed man:
The Suit. Whether attending a cocktail party or a funeral, you need to have a few of these in your closet. Stick with basic colors – dark blue, gray and black. You can dress these up or down. A suit blazer can be worn with jeans or khakis for a more casual look.
White Dress Shirts. Having several of these, neatly pressed and waiting, will minimize stress when dressing up at a moment’s notice. Keep these ready for more formal occasions.
Black Shoes and Matching Belt. Black goes with everything and these are a must for the pulled-together look. Read more
The Language of the Sexes
The next time you and your significant other are in a heated battle of the sexes, print this article and remind her of the following 
facts:
- Women are maestros of subtle meanings. They masterfully orchestrate complex innuendos, hidden suggestions and cryptic nuances. Men, on the other hand, are direct. They talk less then their female counterparts and rarely send out confusing messages. While the woman is a mystery, crying out to be unraveled, a man’s communication is straight forward, no decoding necessary. The smart woman doesn’t waste time looking for hidden meanings.
- Men aren’t as emotional and don’t always communicate well “face-to-face.” If this is misinterpreted, it can lead to serious misunderstanding and eventually anger and resentment. When a woman recognizes the differences in Read more
Legendary Jeff Buckley
Though his time on earth was tragically brief, legendary artist Jeff Buckley left an indelible impression on the world of music.
Born in 1966, Buckley took New York City’s avant-garde club scene by storm in the 1990’s and was acclaimed by critics as one of the most brilliant musical artists of his generation.
And his death was as melancholy and poignant as the music he played.
Buckley came face-to-face with his own mortality on a warm spring night in Memphis, Tennessee. It was May 29, 1997. The handsome 31-year-old was excited about the future. He was newly settled in Memphis and was waiting for his band members to arrive from New York City to resume work on their latest album.
To pass the time, he decided to take a relaxing swim in Wolf River Harbor, a slackwater channel of the Mississippi River. One of his roadies waited on the riverbank, watching the legend enjoy the evening swim. When a boat sped by, Buckley was caught in an unexpected current and disappeared in the craft’s wake. They found his body five days later. Read more
Real Men Do Love (some) Chick Flicks
Photo Credit: Touchstone Pictures
I like to think of myself as a regular guy. I hit the gym five times a week, piling on enough weight to beat out the sweating guy beside me. I down a few beers watching the Super Bowl. I savor Victoria Secret catalogs. And I cringe when my girlfriend suggests watching the latest chick flick.
But I have to admit it. I actually like some of these movies. And I’ve seen a growing phenomena these days. Men are actually admitting to enjoying some (certainly not all) of the popular female genre films.
After polling many of my buddies, I’ve selected some of men’s favorite chick flicks. But please, don’t tell anyone! Here goes:
The Proposal. Though a bit light on originality, The Proposal makes up for it’s cliche’ flaws with some very funny dialogue and great acting by Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds. And let’s not forget the wacky, about-to-turn-ninety grandma, played by the forever-young Betty White. Another zany character, “Ramone” (played by Oscar Nunez or “Oscar” of The Office) adds some very comical moments. There’s also some pretty steamy chemistry going on between Bullock and Reynolds, particularly when the film calls for a rollicking nude scene (OK, it was only partial nudity. It is a PG-13 flick).
Mean Girls. OK, this is definitely a teeny bopper movie and Lindsay Lohan in the star role? Yes, she’s a train wreck now but she has managed to entertain throughout the years. This flick is smart, funny, sexy and maybe even a realistic look at the life of high school teens. Definitely entertaining with lots of great looking girls. Read more
Toast to your Health
Is red wine really good for your health?
Studies do indicate that a moderate amount of red wine lowers the risk of heart attack for men and women by 30-50 percent.
Research suggests that red wine consumption raises the good cholesterol (HDL) and lowers the bad (LDL). Health benefits also include preventing blood clots, reducing blood vessel damage caused by fat deposits and inhibiting plaque formation in arteries. Read more
Picking Up the Scent
In the hunt for a new cologne, you have to ask yourself, “Will she love it?”
In the American fragrance market, 50 percent of men’s colognes are purchased by women for their men.
Actor Patrick Dempsey has made a study of what women want in the scent area. And it has paid off handsomely in his second career as a cologne magnate. After forging out a place in the men’s fragrance world recently with Avon’s Unscripted, he’s launching Patrick Dempsey 2, a saffron-and-spicy-woods blend.
So, what should you choose? Men have a variety of spicy, musky and woodsy scents to choose from. Women surveyed suggest that they definitely are attracted to a subtle fragrance, manly but not overpowering. Read more
Fall Season’s Best
This fall season offers the most variety for men’s fashion wear. Fabrics are rich in texture and colors are neutral, making it easy to mix and match. Fall is also the time for layering and trying fun, sophisticated accessories. Here are five must fashions for the 2010 season:
Pinstriped Pants. The classic look is perfect, whether going formal or casual. The look is sleek in neutral colors such as navy, grey, brown or black. For a dash of surprise, select a pinstriped shirt and argyle sweater to complete your look. Read more
Still Rocking Hard
Does it even seem possible that Bon Jovi will be receiving AARP mailings in a couple of years? The thought defies imagination.
For this ageless rock star, 50 is the new 30.
The quintessential Renaissance Man, Jon Bon Jovi has enjoyed decades of success as a musician, singer, songwriter and actor. Best known as the lead singer and founder of the band Bon Jovi, he has released eleven studio albums with his band and two solo albums, selling over 130 million albums worldwide.
When not playing to sell-out audiences across the globe, this New Jersey native spends his time tirelessly working on a number of humanitarian causes. He has provided his time and financial resources to the Special Olympics, the American Red Cross, the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation, Habitat for Humanity and Project H.O.M.E. Read more
