Anytime there is a change in weather conditions, your skin is affected. In this case, the summer sun has been replaced by bracing winds and plummeting temperatures. So why should your skin suffer and what can you do to tweak your routine for the coming months? The most common symptom of damaged skin during this particular seasonal change is the fragility of the skin’s barrier which manifests as dryness and sensitivity. When there is a rapid change in temperature this damaged barrier welcomes pollution and dirt resulting in aggravated, inflamed and red skin.  But here is the good news ..read more

There is no doubt that Hommage men are partial to a bit of indulgence. They know what they want and expect the very best. And, while we supported Sober September as a month away from alcohol to detox and repair your skin, we know our customers well enough not to expect a completely alcohol-free life from all.  But when it comes to cigarettes, I’m afraid there is nothing we can promote other than complete abstinence. Stoptober is a great place to start.  We can’t sugar-coat this. Did you know that smoking is the single most ageing thing you can do to your skin - bar none?  And th ..read more

We have spoken previously on this blog about how to handle a hangover and discussed restorative skin processes to put in place after those big nights out.  But with ‘Sober September’ upon us, abstinence is the name of the game.  And at Hommage, we are all about the preventative approach.  So if you’re struggling to steer clear of the sauce, here’s a bit of motivation in the form of all the reasons your skin will benefit from the booze break. Smoother Colour Ever noticed how blotchy your skin gets when you are drinking?  Alcohol releases a histamine which inflames your bod ..read more

We have spoken previously on this blog about how to handle a hangover and discussed restorative skin processes to put in place after those big nights out.  But with ‘Sober September’ upon us, abstinence is the name of the game.  And at Hommage, we are all about the preventative approach.  So if you’re struggling to steer clear of the sauce, here’s a bit of motivation in the form of all the reasons your skin will benefit from the booze break. Smoother Colour Ever noticed how blotchy your skin gets when you are drinking?  Alcohol releases a histamine which inflames your bod ..read more

Shaving is a frequent, often daily, task for most men. Achieving the perfect, comfortable shave requires not only correct technique, but excellent quality equipment and product.  Hommage razor sets are ergonomically superior and both the superb razor with magnetic stand and superior silver badger brush are stylishly designed and constructed to last a lifetime. THINGS YOU WILL NEED FOR THE PERFECT SHAVE You will need lots of hot water.  Ideally, the best time to shave is either during, or immediately after your shower.  The moisture and steam combine to create the ideal shave env ..read more

It may have taken its sweet time but, in the Western world, summer is very much upon us.  Before I go on, allow me to preface this blog by saying that I will not be extolling the virtues of SPF products. Not because they are not important but because I am assuming that readers of this blog are of high enough intelligence to know that applying protection as you head out into the midday sun is not a revelation in skincare.  But defending against the impact of hot weather on the skin goes beyond generously slapping on your Factor 50.  So here are a few other problems and solution ..read more

Whether you are a hard-working professional, a stay-at-home dad, or a student cramming the perks of university life around cramming for exams, every man experiences stress in one form or another. And now more than ever - these are stressful times.  While you may behave utterly in control - the proverbial duck floating on still water while paddling ferociously beneath the surface - that stress will inevitably show on your skin if you don’t put practises in place to address it.  Why? Well, here comes the sciencey bit… It all comes down to the stress hormone cortisol. This is what co ..read more

Contrary to popular belief, when it comes to creating skincare products for men, it’s really not just a case of redesigning the packaging of an existing female product so it’s more appealing to a masculine audience. There really is no such thing as an effective unisex product.  Quite simply, If it purports to be usable by both genders, each is sacrificing 50% of the potential benefits. Why? Because the entire structural make-up of the male and female skin is fundamentally different. Put simply, it all comes down to hormones. Let’s dive into a few of the reasons why skincare is, and always ..read more

There’s a lot of fun to be had during conference calls. They’re often tense and back-to-back, so anything to lighten the mood, even to yourself,  makes the whole thing more bearable. Some people dress only from the waste up for example (ahem… or so we’ve heard). But what you show on the screen is no joke.  Whether it’s Skype, Zoom or Facetime, being out of the office is no excuse to look anything but professional, wide awake and ready for business. So here’s how it’s done. Keep It Clean Let’s start with the basics. Ordinarily, your skin will have picked up all kinds of grime en r ..read more

Other than ‘the dog ate my moisturiser”, we’ve heard them all.  Often, it seems men will do anything to get out of committing to a simple skincare routine.  Here are some of the most common excuses, and why they just aren’t good enough:     1. I Don’t Know Where To Start Fair point. There is an extreme lack of education out there for men, and it’s our mission to change that. Women are taught from a very young age the importance of smooth skin and the magic of make-up. It’s not like that for men. You’re either picked on for having bad skin or lucky enough not to have to wo ..read more