Grooming for women has always been championed, even encouraged. Grooming for men- not so much. Far be it from us to discern whether it’s fair or unfair but men have been told for ages that grooming is only for the fairer sex. Men, all over the world, and especially in India have a reputation for…
We have three words for you- Shit, Shower, Shave. You might think we’re crazy but there’s a perfectly good scientific explanation for this. We know shaving is something you have probably been doing for a while, but this article will provide you with more information than you have ever learned about this grooming practice. Think…
Over the years, you have provided your brother with plenty of advice, direction, and encouragement as he struggled. You’ve always been his best friend, worst enemy and his greatest confidant. From picking a booger off his face to introducing the wonders of Harry Potter — there’s nothing you haven’t done for him including being his…
Beards are in. The bearded look was once reserved for mountain men and lumberjacks, but just about anyone can rock a beard these days. And because of that people have a lot of misconceptions about beard and how it grows. Let’s look at the top 7 myths and bust them, shall we? This has to be one of the strangest…
Staring at that beard kit can be confusing, with all those products in it. It can get you pulling your hair in frustration. We’re here to tell you that things don’t have to be that hard.. Here’s your ready reckoner on how they are different, along with “How To Use” and “When To Use” BEARD…
There are plenty of issues that can arise in the growth process for many of you bearded folks out there. Some of these are avoidable and some can be prevented. Here, we walk you through the top 5 common beard growth mistakes made by men you should absolutely avoid. You’re not giving your beard enough…
To some people a perfectly shaped beard is the epitome of a man. The curse of the patchy beard is a serious issue for many a Beardster out there. Some of us struggle with growing a full beard that is without patches. We’re not saying it can’t be fixed, but in the meantime, embrace your…
If you thought that the only use of charcoal was for your barbecue, think again! Charcoal, or more precisely, activated charcoal is very effective in dealing with a number of skin-related issues. In fact, this natural skin care ingredient has been used for hundreds of years as a cleanser and even as a treatment for…
Whether you keep it completely clean or just trim your beard into shape, it’s one of those tasks that men have to tackle at least a few times a week. Especially when you throw in the inconvenient pitfalls of shaving, like nicks and cuts or your girlfriend borrowing your razor for herself, it’s only fair…
Alright, so there are two kinds of products when it comes to post-shave formulas- there are your alcohol-based formulas and then there are alcohol-free ones. All your moisturisers, balms, gels are alcohol-free while your lotions and aftershave-splashes are generally alcohol-based. We understand that it might feel like we’re nit-picking here, but believe us, the distinction…
Your dad gave you the best of him, time to give it back. Here are 5 gifts that he’ll actually love, and be able to use. And, just to make your Father’s Day even more special, we’ve added a Personalised Sleeve where you get to include a photograph and a nice message for your dad….
In an ideal world, all you would have to do to grow a great beard would be to stop shaving. Unfortunately, this is not an ideal world– unless you have the magical potion. In this world, you’d have to apply beard growth oil, and apply it effectively. ‘How do you apply’, we hear you cry….
We’re sure you’re desperately looking for that one magic potion that will make your beard grow out faster and overnight. Unfortunate for you and us both, a magic potion like that does not exist. However, the process of growing a beard can be made quicker if you take care of your lifestyle in addition to…
Growing facial hair is not a breeze, hence the underlying connotations of manliness. Simply put, we’re not all naturally gifted with beard-growing genes. So, you can stroke your follicles in front of the mirror, all you want, but without the right procedure and the right products, your dream for proudly sporting a well-groomed beard is…
If you have the will, desire, and conviction, you can change anything. Be it your house, car, sometimes your job, but one thing that you cannot change is your skin. Rather your skin’s natural ageing process. Everyone loves taut, spotless and glowing skin. But as you grow older, you realise that there is no magic…
Are you worried sick looking at all the loose strands of hair in your comb every day? Don’t worry. It’s OK to lose up to 100 strands of your hair every day, but excessive hair loss is a problem. After all, your lustrous locks need as much care as your face. And honestly, who doesn’t…
It is highly likely that you’ve had a rash at some point or another, whether from a poisonous plant or the chickenpox or something even more unusual (not what you’re thinking). And you probably find yourself imagining why your skin breaks out in red spots like that. More importantly, if there’s anything you can do…
Everyone wants the best skincare products money can buy, that’s a given. And, a lot of them don’t need to be crazy expensive either. They just have to fulfil these 5 criteria we have mentioned below to becoming your ideal skin care product. Again, while there are several ways to save on personal care, skincare…
All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. All of us have had that one day when nothing goes right, you’re working for 3 hours straight on a project and the power goes off and you don’t have backup or when you have to reach somewhere very urgently and Shobhit from uber takes…
Oily skin is what you’re born with so you can’t really get rid of it, but you can maintain it. It is the result of the overproduction of sebum from under the skin’s surface. Sebum is an oily substance made of fats. Before you jump to conclusions, Sebum isn’t all bad because it helps protect…
These days when you go shopping for your grooming and shower essentials, you may have noticed that “paraben free” labels are popping up everywhere. What are parabens? Parabens are the most widely used preservatives in personal care products — stopping fungus, bacteria and other microbes from growing in your favorite products, especially in the moist, warm…
You go outside, travel, swim, walk or cycle to work – In everything you do, you expose your lips to the elements. Sun rays, snow, beach, cold weather, etc. And similar to your face, all these environmental factors are bound to take a toll on your lips. Especially because the skin on your lips is…
There is lots of misleading information out there in regards to alcohol in skincare, it’s easy to see why some people believe it really isn’t all that bad for skin. However, alcohol as the main ingredient in any skincare product is a problem. When we express concern about the presence of alcohol in skincare or…
Everyone loses hair. It is normal to lose about 50-100 hairs every day. If you see bald patches or lots of thinning, you may be experiencing hair loss. Here are a few causes of Hair Loss Alopecia Areata: Alopecia areata is a disease that causes hair to fall out in small patches, which can remain…
For centuries, Chinese women have viewed collagen as a Fountain of Youth, routinely consuming foods like donkey skin in hopes of smoothing withered skin and preserving aging joints. Collagen is the most abundant protein in mammals, making 25% to 35% of the whole-body protein content. Collagen helps give structure to our hair, skin, nails, bones,…
Putting in the simplest of words, dry skin happens when your skin runs out of moisture. If you have a dry skin type, it just means your skin is lacking oil. Dry skin is a natural condition wherein your skin feels cracked, even itchy in some cases. It can happen for a number of reasons,…
Love is a very special, very personal feeling. What better day than Valentine’s Day to celebrate this feeling, by showering gifts on your loved one(s). You don’t want to wait till the last minute for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift idea for your significant other. A personalised gift is there perfect way to express your…
