No you can’t skip that daily scrub up, whether in a bath or your morning shower, but you can skip washing your hair with shampoo, and how’s that you ask, well  just wet your mane with plain old water. Does that seem to be a little unclean, but no, you’re way off. So how often should you wash your hair? Well every guy is different but probably on average about every three days with shampoo, as in fact washing daily can actually backfire and leave your hair and scalp in not such a good condition. Two or three times a week is probably enough to wash your hair with shampoo, and in between, we ..read more

JIM SHAW, OWNER OF TONI&GUY BILLERICAY AND MULTI AWARD WINNING MEN’S HAIRDRESSER. Christmas party season is here it’s a great time for men to experiment with their hair and try out new styles ahead of any Christmas parties they may have. This party season there will be three hair looks in particular we will see a lot of men sporting – the voluminous quiff, enhanced bouncy curls and the faux hawk. Below I outline how I would achieve these looks in the salon and my key products for finishing the styles to provide them with all day and night hold and shine – both key for festive season. Volum ..read more

Great looking skin is easy –  with this great moisturiser. If there is one thing that you  think about doing, should do and hopefully probably do, when it comes to skincare, is moisturise your face. For all skin combinations it’s the first thing you should have been introduced to, and let’s face it, it’s the easiest to apply. Face moisturisers come in all shapes and sizes, they have different textures, benefits and scents, and sometimes it can be a long process to figure out which one is right for you. Choosing the right moisturiser comes with knowing what your skin type is, Dry, oil ..read more

Get the products that will see you right, whatever your hairstyle choice. When it comes to maintaining your beard and hair, you’ll need the best products of your life. The products you use could be the difference between slick and scruffy, ungroomed or a headturner. Luckily for you, we have come across just those products to keep you looking fresh and slick. You don’t have to be Samson to know that there’s a lot of power in your hair, it’s essential that you keep you hair and beard in good condition and full of life for any of you that are serious about looking good, So to avoid a disastrous s ..read more

Anybody who thinks of themselves as an amateur skincare expert will know that a serum is a basic staple in your routine. When it comes to the thinner, more delicate skin around your eyes, it is important to choose your products wisely. Whether anti-ageing or dark circle combatting is your main focus, there are plenty of serums out there. Brands like Kiehl’s have been top of the game for quite a while, with a range of affordable options covering a range of concerns. Eye serums, in short, are all about nourishing your skin. Since they are lighter than a moisturising cream, they’re much better e ..read more

Are you trying to navigate a difficult situation? Maybe you’re new to dating or you’re trying to land the job of your dreams. A self-esteem boost might be exactly what you need.  Changing up your appearance and putting a little extra time into your self-care routine might make all the difference. Here are four grooming tips to boost confidence.  1. Find a Signature Scent  Every guy should have a signature scent. The right cologne can help you exude confidence. Consider opting for a classic cologne for everyday wear and a spicy scent for when you’re trying to romance that specia ..read more

We all look for that one product that will change our life. With many new products being thrown at us on social media, Tik Tok and Facebook, it’s easy to look at a new product and think, is this any different? You have probably read somewhere that some amazing new skincare product has arrived, but it actually does nothing for you? Even makes your skin worse? Wrong for your skin type? If you misdiagnose your skin types and use the wrong products, it can aggravate your skin and lead to irritation, excess oil , breakouts or your skin even drying out, making wrinkles more apparent. Well we are her ..read more

We all know of Zara and I’m pretty sure the majority of us own at least one piece from them, but I’m not here to talk about their reasonably priced clothing, I’m here for their fragrance. Not quite a hidden gem but I don’t feel that they vast range and high quality fragrance that they create is given enough air time, I’m about to change that. The fragrance game is massive at the moment, everyone from the big fashion houses all the way to footballers have a scent on the market and they all carry a hefty price tag, with some of the bigger hitters asking in excess of £100 for 50ml. Zara clearly u ..read more

Having a solid grooming routine from your skincare to your fingernails is imperative no matter your gender, and if you have a beard, you need to make sure you’re grooming that daily too. While beards have been in vogue for decades, the last year has seen a massive boom in the number of men who want to grow a full, burly beard. There’s no wonder either; not only are beards one of the epitomes of manliness, but in a 2016 study by the Journal of Evolutionary Biology, women were shown to see men with beards as more attractive, more masculine, confident, and sincere than their clean-shaven counterp ..read more

Much like women often carry purses for their everyday essentials, men too need a way to carry the most important things so they are always prepared. Whether you’re headed to the office for the day and need these in your briefcase, or you’re going out for a casual day with friends and plan to wear a fanny pack or side pack, these are the essentials you need and that will prepare you for almost any situation. The modern man should be like the old-school Macgyver so he can get out of any tricky situation. Small Deodorant Sometimes we men stink. And sometimes our deodorant in the morning isn’t eno ..read more