Men looking after their skin is no longer a secret. Johnny Depp does it and so does Leonardo D’Caprio. Rod Stewart once admitted to being devoted to Olay’s Classic Moisturizing Lotion. Time it was when products geared towards men were mostly functional at best. But times have changed. Men always looked after their skin but only in the last two decades has grooming products specifically geared at men really taken off. Not that exclusivity matters. The needs of a man’s skin may be different to woman’s but the fundamental facets of good skin care are the same. Clinique was one of the first companies to launched a line geared specifically at men. They pre-empted the trend and launched Skin Supplies For Men in 1976. It remains one of the most popular lines geared at men....

As a knowledgable cosmetics consultant for Elizabeth Arden once told me, “Prevention is better than cure”. Skin is the largest organ of our body and deserves our tender loving care. If you put junk food into your body you will eventually become ill. If you do not take care of your skin with the right products it will not function to its optimim. Skin care is not a luxury but as essential as brushing our teeth, and it can be a pleasurable experience that you look forward to every day – particularity when you start to see results. But what about troubleshooting problems? Be fatalistic with your products – no matter how much you have spent or how loyal you are to that brand or the product. Irritated and inflamed skin is a sign that something has reacted with your skin. If your skin is intoler...

The same care and attention we lavish on our facial skin should be applied to our bodies. But too often we neglect body skin. Hidden under layers of clothing it is easy to forget that our bodies need tender loving care. Dermatologists believe our body products should be catered to our skin type, just like the products we use on our face. We should choose products specially designed for our skin needs. Body care is a necessity that does not have to be a chore. It can be a labour of love. Take time to nurture yourself. This is your time and life does not afford enough of these precious moments – so make the most of them. The same rules apply to men and women and there are excellent products in all price brackets. Consider body brushing before your bath or shower to flush out toxins, slough o...

“Cleanse, tone, moisturise” is a mantra that generations are familiar with. But there is a new mantra on the block: “sun protection, sun protection, sun protection”. With the depletion of the ozone layer, outside aggressors like pollution and stress of modern life – our skin has plenty to contend with. So the need to nourish and protect the skin is of paramount importance to preserve and maintain its beauty. Sun protection may one day become as indispensable as toothpaste. It is still the one beauty product that helps prevent skin cancer and premature ageing. Yet, 85% of the US population is still unaware that the primary cause of skin ageing, brown spots, wrinkles and cancer are the sun’s rays. While Australia has less incidences of skin cancer than UK. A popular misconception is th...

Christmas is drawing closer and it’s time to start grabbing those last minute presents. But if you don’t want to brave the chaos of the high-street, shopping online can be a great alternative. Here are a list of shops that will deliver your presents straight to your house and have incredible, low prices too! 1. Humbara.com This clothes shop has some great styles and they deliver worldwide. But the best part is, everything is £5. Dresses, t-shirts, trousers, shoes, accessories and underwear are all £5 on this website. They also offer the chance to win £50 each week according to their Facebook page. This is a great site if you want something cheap but stylish. 2. Amazon.com Amazon offer pretty much anything, from electrical goods to books to clothes. Their items are a range of prices but, de...

Knowing what to buy a man for Christmas can be a stressful task, whether it’s your dad, your boyfriend or your mate. But it doesn’t have to be so difficult. It can be easy to forget that cosmetics aren’t just for women – there are plenty of products out there for the men too! So this Christmas, why not try out some of these great cosmetics and treat your man to a present he can use all year round. 1. Anti-Blemish Coverstick (£13.50 at ManKind) It’s important to remember that men get blemishes and skin imperfections too. While some men might be hesitant to try out male makeup, this product can really make a difference to their appearance and give them a massive confidence boost. This concealer is specifically designed to target spots, blackheads and blemishes while soothing the skin and lea...