Ursa Major Skincare
Men’s skincare brand Ursa Major clearly place emphasis on style and branding, something which we believe they achieve well. This alone means nothing however, if their products fail to deliver. Founders Oliver and Emily of Stowe, Vermont in the US have dubbed their range, ‘Super Natural’ – aiming to outperform conventional chemical skin care, naturally nourish the skin and deliver a sensory experience using scent, texture... Read More
SledBarrow: A little sweat goes a long way.
It seems the fitness bug has now well and truly caught fire in the UK with more gyms opening by the day, fitness classes, sports clubs and most notably the return of the runners. In recent times, regardless of the time of day or the severity of the elements, you will see people running. While people were car-less and snowed-in at home, the Runners just kept on going. Remarkable. Working up a good sweat is an important part of skincare; research... Read More
MenScience Valentine’s Day 2011: Go for the “Scruff”
In a poll surveying 1,753 women1, 47% preferred to see a little scruff on their men. The next majority of women agreed that scruff was considered ‘sexy’. Prestige men’s skin care company, MenScience is a big proponent of that sexy scruff look for Valentine’s Day date night. But scruffy doesn’t mean shabby, Gentlemen. There is a science behind the scruff, and with the right grooming routine even the roughest, toughest, and manliest... Read More
Zirh Reverse Anti-Ageing Serum
Zirh Reverse is a dual phase anti-ageing treatment designed specifically for men. This unique serum goes beyond traditional anti-ageing products to deliver noticeable results without the heaviness. The blue helix at the core of Zirh Reverse delivers ‘soft-focus particles’ that immediately transform skin-surface discrepancies such as wrinkles, fine lines and pores. In addition, the cooling vitamin and penta-peptide clear gel, floods... Read More
[CLOSED] Ape to Gentleman… The Mix CD
To reward you, our loyal readership, and to celebrate the launch of the new look Ape to Gentleman, we asked the versatile DJ Angelo to put together a selection of tracks that represented the Ape to Gentleman brand; in other words, a soundtrack for the modern gentleman. The resulting mix is listening experience created specially for the modern gentleman, with tracks from multiple genres from all over the globe. Truly a mix to be enjoyed by all.... Read More
A Model RecoMEN’S
So. Here we are; the very first A Model RecoMEN’S column. (Do you like what I did there? “A Model Recommends…A Model RecoMEN’S? You and I are going to get on just fine!) I suppose you would like to know what my qualifications are, being the discerning gentleman that you are! The very fact that you are looking at a page that is full of intriguing male grooming lotions and potions tells me that you already take your general ‘man maintenance’... Read More
Essential Grooming: The new rules of work in post-recession Britain
Looking scruffy and poorly groomed tops the list of today’s top interview mistakes, according to two thirds of HR Directors polled (67%), rating higher than being late and a lack of preparation and research. Top 10 interview clangers: 1. Poor grooming and looking scruffy 2. Swearing 3. Being late 4. Over-familiarity 5. Being hung-over 6. Using a mobile 7. Over-confidence 8. Lack of... Read More
Young Men Spend more on Beauty Products than Women
The young British male’s weekly spend on looking good has now overtaken that of the fairer sex, according to a survey carried out by sports nutrition company, Multipower. A cross-section of the country’s 18 to 35 year olds were questioned about their health, fitness and beauty regimes, and it emerged that on average, men are now spending £11.72 per week on grooming products compared to their female counterparts who spend exactly one pound less. Harvested... Read More
Friday Five: Dee & Ricky x Chanel, M Lab, Tumi Townhouse ‘Tennyson’, Scissor Art and Tommy Hilfiger ‘Loud’…
Milbar Laboratories Ape to Gentleman’s Friday Five begins this week with an introduction of a ‘new’ skin care brand. I say ‘new’ because while M Lab has only recently appeared on our radar, Milbar Laboratories has been formulating innovative skin care in the medical market for Dermatologists and Plastic Surgeons for over 25 years. The elegant silhouette of the packaging and minimal yet informative labels suggest a surgical precision, reaffirming... Read More
Imedeen man•age•ment for Men; make yourself #Handsome
At first glance this may look like an ordinary box of tablets, but on closer inspection, you’ll find that you are mistaken. Furthermore, with regular usage you’ll find that you’re astounded. So what is in that box exactly? The box in question contains 1 months supply of Imedeen man•age•ment, a revolutionary new anti-ageing skin care that combats the ageing process from the inside out. Imedeen have been the pioneers of internal skincare... Read More
