Two-Minute Tweaks: 10 Tips From 10 Grooming Experts
Look ya best: ten quick fixes from ten grooming experts, from razor burn and boozy eyes to dandruff and BO – plus FHM’s top five face cleaners.
Look ya best… Ten tips from ten grooming experts.
Prevent razor burn
“Clean your skin first, this will remove oil, dirt and dead skin cells which will clog your razor and cause it to drag and pull on your face causing razor burn and irritation.” – Dr Nigel Kermode from Gillette
Hide boozy eyes
“Got a 9am meeting, but puffy eyes that suggest that quick drink last night turned into an epic session? No problem. Just put tea bags on your eyes. It sounds bloody odd, but the caffeine in the bags reduces water retention in the tissue around the eyes, leaving you looking fresh and smelling like a steaming brew!” – The FHM style team
No deodorant stains
“To avoid any dodgy white deodorant marks ensure you keep the nozzle at least 15cm away from the skin and allow your deodorant to fully dry before putting your shirt on.” – Pedro Mendez from Sure Men
Shower & shave
“Shave in the shower, or at least straight after, as the warm water and steam will open your pores and soften the hair. Your shave will become smoother and easier.” – Will King from King Of Shaves
Don’t dab razor cuts
“Don’t dab with a tissue or you’ll keep the wound open. Instead clean the cut and put a tiny blob of Vaseline over it, instantly sealing and stopping the bleeding.” – From the folks at Vaseline
Annihilate the BO
“Bear with us on this one, but if you’ve got stinky pits and no deodorant handy, then splash a tiny bit of alcohol under your arms, a spirit like vodka will do the trick. The alcohol kills the bacteria that cause pungent sweaty smell. Probably best not to do this one before a job interview.” – Will Barnes, FHM UK Fashion Director
Banish dandruff
“It is essential to keep our skin moisturised and protected, but few of us realise that our scalps are no different. Products containing moisturising ingredients will ensure you remain flake free.” – Michael Douglas from Head & Shoulders
Kill spots
“Putting toothpaste on a zit actually does help get rid of it by drying out the infected pore. As a bonus it’ll make your face smell of mint. Just keep it on the head of the spot so you don’t dry out the rest of your skin.” – Claire Evans, Stemlar Dental School
Instant clean hair
“With the weather warming, and your brow sweating, use dry shampoo to de-grease your hair when you don’t have the time to hop in the shower. In emergencies you can also sprinkle on some baking soda or talc for the same result.” – Mark Hill from Mark Hill hair products
Quick summer glow
“Tinted moisturiser adds subtle colour to your face making you look healthier and sexier. It’s manlier than it sounds and we bet your best mate uses it. Don’t apply too much though.” – James Read from L’Oréal Paris Men Expert
FHM’s top 5 face cleaners
- Invigorating Face Wash, Neutrogena
- Deep Clean Face Wash, Avon
- Moisturizing Face Wash, Nivea
- Oil Clear Deep Cleansing Face Wash, Garnier
- Oil Control Face Wash, Nivea
From the May 2012 issue of FHM India.
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