Gentleman Blogger

It’s that time of year again – Movember. Whether you just fancy keeping your face a little warmer this Winter, OR you’re doing it for the greater cause of Movember, you may find it a little tricky to not look like an overgrown version of yourself! So if you’re new to the beard game or need some fresh products for your ‘tache/beard, we’ve selected our top beard grooming products.

Mr Natty Famous Beard Elixir

Mr Natty Elixir

Facial hair tends to draw moisture from the skin, which may leave you with dry flaky patches underneath and within your new friend (the Mo’ of course). Make sure you hydrate the area with regular moisturising and hydrating sessions, and not just with any old moisturiser. It’s time to bring in the big guns. Mr Natty’s Beard Elixir is combined with the finest of essential oils, and thankfully subtly scented too (trust us, neglected hair can develop a bit of an odour guys!).

Mr Natty – Beard Brush

Beard Brush

So now you have a nourished and clean beard, but you’re still looking a little Zach Galifianakis(Alan from The Hangover, say no more). We recommend using Mr Natty’s Beard Brush to help achieve smoothness, keeping all your random beard hairs in place. Brush in the direction of the hairs to keep it looking neat and wait for it, it can promote growth direction making beard growing simple and stress-free.

Moustache and Beard Wax

Beard Wax

You’re a few weeks into Movember and your facial hair’s actually looking quite impressive. Now, it’s time to perfect the moustache. Once you’ve tidied it up with mini scissors and a razor, it’s time to unleash the magic – moustache wax. Describing their product as ‘an extra firm moustache wax that puts the handle in your handlebar’, The Brighton Beard Companies Jevington Jigg’s Jasmin & Lemon Extra Firm Moustache Wax is perfect for creating mighty shapes with your mo’. Simply apply a small amount with your finger tips, otherwise you might end up looking a little Freddie Mercury circa 1981.

Bye Movember, Hello December

Bye Movember

Like they say, men and their gadgets… and this is going to be one set of tools you’ll not be able to live without after Movember is over. It’s all well and good turning to the bearded/’tache life, but if you look like you’ve been living in the outback for a month then its time to give yourself a little trim. Try BaByliss 6-In-1 Facial Grooming Kit which includes an array of tools ranging from a moustache trimmer to a nose and ear trimmer this kit has everything you need to keep looking sharp and stylish.

If your skins feeling a little dry and neglected after a month of Movember hair growth, a little TLC wouldn’t go a miss. We recommend USPAAH’s 1 hour Pure Skin Facial.

Every November, men worldwide stop shaving their upper lip in the name of men’s health. It all started in 2003 in Australia when 30 guys got together in an effort to bring the moustache back.

They decided to use this as a chance to raise money and awareness for prostate cancer. Having expanded to the current 21 participating countries, including UK, USA and Canada, Mo Bro’s have now raised over £443m!

Funds go towards research for prostate and testicular cancer as well as mental health. By 2030 the Mo Bros’ aim to reduce the number of men dying prematurely by 25%.

If you’re taking part of this year’s Movember challenge and you’re in need of some inspiration, look no further than the top 8 famous “tashes” we’ve picked out.

We’ve also picked out London’s best barber shops who help dapper gentlemen look prim and proper all year round…

jack-the-clipper

1) Jack the Clipper in Mayfair and Canary Wharf

Established in 1996 by London’s first and biggest family of Turkish Master barbers. With over 100 years of barbering experience; Jack The Clipper has become a household name in the community, renowned for making Londoners look sharp and feel special. Beard and moustache trim for £22.

envy-barbers

2) Envy Barbers in Covent Garden

Less than five minutes’ walk from Trafalgar Square, you’ll find Envy Barbers. Established in 2000, their high-standard men’s hair and grooming treatments are delivered with precision, originality and technical knowledge. Moustache trim for £10.

the-wigmore

3) The Wigmore in Marylebone High Street

Situated in the heart of Marylebone village, they offer a full range of services reaching far beyond hairdressing. Qualified staff members can cater for every grooming need and requirement, from a quick trim to a wet shave and facial.

cut-and-grind

4) Cut and Grind in Soho

Traditional Barbering and all aspects of male grooming. Haircuts, beard trims and hot towel wet shaves. Coffee. Good vibes. Beard and shaving from £15.

5) Sharps Barber and Shop in Fitzrovia

SHARPS opened for business in 2002 to help get guys comfortable in their own skin and spark a major movement around new-school barbering. Beard and moustache trim for £16.50.

Finally, don’t forget that a well ironed shirt is essential to completing the well groomed gentleman look. Don’t have time to go the dry cleaners? No problem! Zipjet makes doing laundry a thing of the past. Just open their app and book an on-demand collection and delivery within seconds. Your clean clothes can be delivered back to you in as little as 6 hours! The app is available on both iPhone and Android.

Why not book a refreshing at home massage or facial in the meantime? After all, is there any better way to spend the extra couple hours you just saved?

USPAAH treatments start at £43 for Express 30min Facial and £69 for a 1 hour Swedish Massage. Book your facial via the app, website or email concierge@uspaah.com now.