| Whether you're the main attraction (groom) or a trusty | | | | steps: First, shave with the grain with very light |
| sidekick (groomsmen), wedding days call for men to | | | | pressure. Second, reapply a thin coat of shaving |
| look their best. And even if your wedding is a thing of | | | | cream and shave against the grain for smooth results. |
| the past, you've always got anniversaries to deal with. | | | | * Regularly wash your hair with a gentle shampoo that |
| Here are some men's grooming tips to handle both the | | | | will remove dirt without stripping away natural |
| wedding and everything that comes after (or any | | | | moisturizers. Make sure to get a haircut or trim a few |
| formal event you are invited to). | | | | days before the wedding or anniversary, but don't opt |
| Grooming Tips for Men | | | | for a new style the day before since this could turn |
| * Looking good takes some work and time, so begin a | | | | out to be a disaster. |
| basic skin care routine of cleansing, exfoliating and | | | | * Nails & Hands: With all the hand-shaking and |
| moisturizing early to get the greatest results. Once a | | | | hand-holding going on, it's a good idea to make sure |
| day (or twice if you have oily skin), wash with a liquid | | | | nails are clean and trim, and hands are moisturized and |
| cleanser to remove debris and clear pores. Follow with | | | | free of grime. Why not splurge for a manicure? More |
| a high-performance moisturizing product to keep skin | | | | and more men, from businessmen to movies stars, are |
| smooth, hydrated and looking great. Two to three | | | | getting them these days, and trust us: Sparkly polish will |
| times a week, exfoliate with a face scrub to remove | | | | not be involved. |
| dead skin cells and improve skin's surface. | | | | * Wedding and event planning begins months, and |
| * If you've never spent time on a skin care routine | | | | sometimes years, ahead of time, so take advantage |
| before, consider purchasing a kit that contains all of the | | | | of the wait by getting fit with a nutritious diet and a |
| products you will need to get started. It takes the | | | | regular exercise routine. |
| guesswork out of figuring out what products to use | | | | * Don't stink up the place: Make sure to wear |
| for what (and can make excellent groomsmen gifts, | | | | deodorant. Keep breath mints handy for those slow |
| too!). | | | | dances. |
| * Treat individual problems, such as under-eye circles, | | | | * Some wedding experts recommend men skip |
| fine lines and acne, with products specifically | | | | cologne at weddings, citing the fact that there will |
| formulated for them. | | | | already be a lot of perfume in the air, as well as scent |
| * For superior shaving without irritations like ingrown | | | | from the flowers. If you choose to wear cologne, keep |
| hairs, use products that are gentle and don't contain | | | | the scent light and the application to a minimum. |
| irritants such as fragrance, menthol or alcohol. Avoid | | | | * For anniversaries, gifts don't have to be elaborate or |
| foamy products, as these do not lubricate skin | | | | expensive. Plan a getaway weekend somewhere, |
| adequately. Change your blade after 4-5 uses to keep | | | | even if it's only two towns away. Book a spa |
| from going over the same place more than once due | | | | appointment for the two of you and spend a day |
| to a dull blade. If possible, shave in the shower as the | | | | relaxing. Or instead of an expensive dinner, try |
| steamy air will open pores and allow hairs to be | | | | revisiting a place you ate at when you first started |
| shaved closely. | | | | going out, or a place you two have always wanted to |
| * For super-smooth shaving the day of the big event, | | | | try. The point is to celebrate your marriage any way |
| skip shaving the day before and then shave in two | | | | you see fit. |