Beauty Confidential; Spruce Up Your Hubby
Beauty Confidential; Spruce Up Your Hubby
0 Comments | Daily Mail (London, England), The, June 18, 2009
Byline: ELSA McALONAN
ELSA McALONAN, with her team of experts, tells you the truth about the latest beauty products …
ACCORDING to a recent report by Mintel, the average man spends just [euro]3 a year looking after his skin. With Father’s Day on Sunday, there’s no better time to get the man in your life started on a skincare regime, especially if he’s still shy about buying for himself.
Skincare Intelligence Rejuvenating Face Scrub, [euro]1.99, Tesco THIS range is so well priced you can buy everything a man needs for less than [pounds sterling]10. Deliciously scented with black pepper, this scrub is clear, lathering up with water, and really leaves skin feeling clean. Helps soften stubble for a closer shave.
Age Force, Lancome Men, [euro]62, counters nationwide THIS innovative anti-ageing cream is for more mature men, and should be on every man’s 50th birthday wish list. Feels light, yet has amazing moisturising properties, leaving skin supple and removing tightness after shaving. Delicately scented, but will not clash with aftershave. This will start as a treat and quickly become a must-have.
Espa Shavemud Espa, [euro]19, www.espaonline.com THIS is the most luxurious mud you’ll ever come across. A silky cream — not mudcoloured — that’s a deepcleansing mask and shaving cream. It smells like an expensive spa. With white china clay to draw out impurities, it helps the razor glide across the skin.
Molton Brown Black Pepper Body Soother, [euro]22, Wicklow Street, Dublin 2 BODY lotion isn’t traditionally a man’s thing — they don’t fancy the perceived stickiness of moisturising all over. This ‘body soother’ dries within seconds, leaving no residue, and smells as spicy as the name suggests. Skin is immediately softer to the touch, and there’s no waiting before getting dressed. The subtle scent is very warm and comforting, and lasts all day without being overpowering. A great gift.
American Crew Lubricating Shave Oil, [euro]9.72, www.feelunique.com FOR men accustomed to shaving foam, it may seem strange to shave with an oil — but this nonsticky formula will give a really comfortable shave. Containing eucalyptus and the warm scent of cloves, it helps counter rashes, razor bumps and ingrown hairs. It can also be used as a pre-shave preparation. Best warmed slightly on the palms of the hands and patted on to the face, the razor will glide across, minimising irritations. Touche Eclat Pour Homme, [euro]34, YSL counters nationwide THE classic women’s must-have in a male version, this brightener should be in every man’s washbag. The slick metallic grey pen looks and feels masculine, and one click of this ‘magic wand’ removes dark circles from under the eyes and brightens the entire face. No more borrowing ours, boys, you’ve got your own version now.
Save The Males, [euro]37, Origins, Clerys, Dublin 1 MORE men now use moisturiser — and they don’t come much better than this. An extra light moisturiser, it leaves skin feeling soft and gloriously scented, while protecting against signs of ageing and skin damage. Even the most anti- producman will enjoy this, as it’s oil-free and easy to wear.
Alford and Hoff eye cream, [euro]62, SpaceNK, Dundrum THIS luxurious eye cream is light as air and absorbed into the skin rapidly, leaving no oily or shiny residue. It aims to minimise dark circles, erase fine lines and enhance firmness while giving a brighter tone and a ‘considerable’ eye lift. Eye bags and shadows are a big concern with men, and this product really makes a difference.
No 7 Protect & Perfect Anti-Ageing Serum, [euro]24, Boots, nationwide A REVELATION in men’s skincare, this promises to deliver younger-looking skin in just four weeks. Well, it works for women, so why not for men? After the success of the women’s Protect & Perfect range, this male version is used similarly — after cleansing and before moisturising. For men happy to add an extra step into their skincare routine, this is an amazing product
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