Grooming is one of the key ingredients in the recipe of success for all people. Whether at the workplace or in the dating world, men make an effort to look smart and dashing. In their pursuit, they normally don't mind digging their pockets deep to fulfill it. Nowadays, a large number of men are giving importance to grooming as they want to maintain youthful appearance and a charming edge to their personality. The mushrooming of men's salon in recent times is proof enough for that. The more groomed a man is, the more sexually attractive he is and the more attention he gets. For those guys who have a devil-may-care attitude, here are 10 tips to start with.
1. Facial Skin Care
Many men tend to use the same soap on their face that they use to clean the rest of their body. Even though men's face is not as delicate as a woman's face, it requires something milder than a body soap. Nowadays, plenty of different face washes are available in the market. Choose a face wash and use it to clean your face even while taking bath. Do not use very hot water to wash your face. Use warm or cold water on your face. You can also moisturize your skin regularly to avoid the jagged look. While going out in the sun, use a sunscreen lotion with an SPF of 15 or more.
2. Eradicating Bad Breath
Nothing can put your date off more than a bad breath. Maintain good oral hygiene. While brushing your teeth, you should also brush your tongue. Sometimes, bad breath may be due to an infected tooth; therefore, a visit to the dentist is a good idea. There are some home remedies for bad breath which you can try:
- Squeeze some lime in a glass of water, and gargle with this frequently.
- Add 1/2 a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar in a glass of water and gargle with it.
3. The Perfect Shave
The perfect shave has three ingredients: a good razor, a good brush, and glycerin-based shaving cream. Apart from these, you also need to be armed with one other thing - patience. Some men may plunge directly into the shaving act after applying the shaving cream. To get the best results, you need to let the cream stay on your face for about 2 to 3 minutes, and then shave. This will soften the hair and result in a better shave. If you have a problem of ingrown hairs, exfoliate your face often and use shaving gel instead of foams.
4. Striking Eyes
They say eyes are the first thing people notice in others. Of course, you cannot change the shape of your eyes. However, you can maintain the youthful look of your eyes and the surrounding tissues. Age and a night out can bring about ugly puffiness around your eyes. It is a good idea to use an eye cream to get rid of puffiness. Here is a simple tip for attractive and healthy eyes. Shut your eyes tightly. Count till 5 and then open them immediately. Do this 5 times consecutively. This increases blood circulation in the eyes and gives a youthful look to your eyes.
5. Pearly White Teeth and Smile
Who can deny the effect of a dashing smile? However, if you are not confident about your teeth, you may refrain from smiling more often. Improve the appearance and health of your teeth. It is not a difficult task to keep your gums and teeth healthy. A cleanup every six months helps remove plaque from teeth, reduces the bacteria in your mouth, and ensures overall cleanliness. Avoid frizzy drinks and too much consumption of tea and coffee to avoid tooth decay.
A nice looking smile is an important aspect of non-verbal communication. A smile expresses thanks, shows appreciation, and is a good tool while accepting a deal, falling in love, making small talk, and exhibiting inner happiness. A genuine smile, the effect of which reaches your eyes, can make you very endearing.
6. Well-Groomed Hands and Feet
Well-manicured nails and toes are not the prerogative of women alone. These days, men are also waking up to the importance of maintaining a good pair of hands and feet as part of grooming. Find time to clip and file your nails at home. Scrub your feet daily and dry them and powder them before stuffing your feet into your shoes. It is a good idea to put in a pair of odor-destroying insoles in shoes, which will absorb dampness and odor. Getting regular manicure and pedicure professionally is also a good idea.
7. Attractive Dressing
Cleanliness is of course a very important aspect while dressing up. Take care to dress in well-laundered and ironed clothes. Another aspect which should not be ignored is dressing according to the occasion. Try to gain some insight into what looks good on you and complementary colors, etc. Also, remember to wear clothing that fits you well.
8. Eradicating Body Odor
Similar to a bad breath, bad body odor is a definite put off. Use deodorants or cologne judiciously. See that too many different contradicting odors don't emanate from your body. Heavily scented men are also a put off. Whether in the office or while dating, too much may drive people away from you rather than bring you closer. Choose your perfumes wisely.
9. Go Short If You are Balding
If you leave your hair long in the back or on the sides in the hopes that a comb-over will solve your problem of balding, think again. It draws more attention to the fact that you are balding. So better go for a short or shave it off completely.
10. Healthy Diet
Above all, eat a healthy, balanced diet and stick to some regular exercise. Minimize taking fast food and eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. It will make you feel better and have more energy. It will improve the look of your skin and your hair.
A well-groomed and suave personality are surely endearing characteristics of men. However, an intelligent approach to things and a caring attitude are what builds a lasting relationship.
