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The men’s pedicure trend: Why all men should indulge in a mani/pedi right now

The men’s pedicure trend: Why all men should indulge in a mani/pedi right now

Men's pedicures and manicures are on the rise. Here's why and what you can inspect if you choose to indulge in manicures for men.
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The best beard brushes: Our top picks for achieving the perfect look

The best beard brushes: Our top picks for achieving the perfect look

The best beard brushes can exfoliate and tame even the lengthiest and most unkempt of facial hair. Check our our round up!
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Turning up the heat on styling? You’ll want to protect your hair

Turning up the heat on styling? You’ll want to protect your hair

Heat styling can help you achieve the look you want. However, you'll want to know how to protect hair from heat styling. Here's what to know.
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5 incredible fragrances guaranteed to boost your mood and confidence

5 incredible fragrances guaranteed to boost your mood and confidence

Boost your mood and your confidence with these five fragrances that will brighten your day.
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This grooming and wellness center is completely re-envisioning self-care for men

This grooming and wellness center is completely re-envisioning self-care for men

Treadwell, a new men's grooming and wellness center, is breaking the mold on what self-care looks like for men. Is it the future?
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The 9 best beard styles for bald men: Follow these Hollywood leading men

The 9 best beard styles for bald men: Follow these Hollywood leading men

Hollywood's leading men have been rocking beards and bald heads for years and you should too. Here are the best to emulate.
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Pisterzi, your new favorite sustainable skincare brand

Pisterzi, your new favorite sustainable skincare brand

Pisterzi is a sustainable skincare brand with products that make you look your best and feel good about your choices. Here's what to know.
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The best beard washes to clean your beard in 2023 (because it’s kind of filthy)

The best beard washes to clean your beard in 2023 (because it’s kind of filthy)

A solid beard wash can help step up your personal facial hygiene. Check out our list of the best beard washes.
Man washing his face in the bathroom.

How to choose a moisturizer for your skin type — Derms share their secrets

How to choose a moisturizer for your skin type — Derms share their secrets

What's the best face moisturizer for sensitive dry skin? How about acne-prone skin? Dermatologists discuss the best moisturizers by skin type.
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The best Valentine’s Day gifts under $25, $50, and $100: Perfect for any budget

The best Valentine’s Day gifts under $25, $50, and $100: Perfect for any budget

Spending tons of money on a Valentine's Day gift isn't always necessary. Find the best affordable Valentine's Day gifts here.

Treat your whiskers this winter with a hot oil beard treatment

Treat your whiskers this winter with a hot oil beard treatment

Try a hot oil beard treatment this winter. Not only will it soften your beard, but it will relax the hell out of you.
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5 Men’s Fragrances that Shine All Winter Long

5 Men’s Fragrances that Shine All Winter Long

Whether you want to bask in the chilly darkness of winter or need something bright and floral that reminds you of the coming spring, we've got you covered.
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6 spots you didn’t know you could apply winter scents (that aren’t on your body)

6 spots you didn’t know you could apply winter scents (that aren’t on your body)

Layers of winter clothes shouldn't cover up your cologne. Here's how to get the most out of those fantastic scents, even when you're bundled up.
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Get your facial hair in order: The best beard combs

Get your facial hair in order: The best beard combs

Help your facial hair look great with the best beard combs, crafted from the finest materials to better shape and style your beard for summer and beyond.
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Travel tips: How to maintain your skincare routine when you’re on the go

Travel tips: How to maintain your skincare routine when you’re on the go

Should you change your skincare routine for travel? It depends. Here are the top skincare tips for travel, including what to bring.
Guy with a beard.

The best short beard styles for men: Find the perfect look

The best short beard styles for men: Find the perfect look

With the proper information, you can have one of the best short beard styles around using our guide.

The 7 best fragrances for men (no matter what your favorite scent profile is)

The 7 best fragrances for men (no matter what your favorite scent profile is)

Find your signature fragrance for the summer with our helpful list, no matter what type of scent you prefer. Let us help you find the one right for you.
Man putting beard oil on his beard.

Does beard growth oil work? What you should know

Does beard growth oil work? What you should know

If you've been wondering to yourself, 'Does beard growth oil work?' allow us to offer up some insights into growing your best beard possible.
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Cut the clutter: The only men’s grooming tools you need (and what to skip)

Cut the clutter: The only men’s grooming tools you need (and what to skip)

There are tons of "must-have" grooming tools for men, but not all of them deserve that billing. These seven skin, beard, and hair care products do.
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How often should you change your razor blades?

How often should you change your razor blades?

You need to replace razor blades frequently — but what does that really mean? Learn how often to change your razor blades here.
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How to grow a beard the right way and avoid that caveman look

How to grow a beard the right way and avoid that caveman look

Growing a beard requires the right hair clippers, hair, beard products, and patience. We show you how.
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It’s the Year of the Rabbit: Change your routine with these intriguing fragrances

It’s the Year of the Rabbit: Change your routine with these intriguing fragrances

Ring in the Chinese New Year and the Year of the Rabbit with these six unexpected fragrances.
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The best beard care products for 2023

The best beard care products for 2023

Pamper your beard with only the best beard products. We've compiled our favorite picks to make your best facial hair impression.
Black beards can come with their own unique challenges.

Beard care for Black men: An expert gives us their top tips

Beard care for Black men: An expert gives us their top tips

Men of African descent face unique challenges in beard care, including using special techniques and tools to avoid razor bumps and ingrown hairs.
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How to soften beard hair for men: Your step-by-step guide

How to soften beard hair for men: Your step-by-step guide

How to soften beard hair is a tricky endeavor if you don't know where to start, but the right tools and tricks go a long way.
Man applying face cream.

A dermatologist explains the best winter skincare routine

A dermatologist explains the best winter skincare routine

Winter is coming. Learn how to keep skin moisturized all winter long to prevent itchy and dry skin with tips from a dermatologist and products.

Try these best beard dyes to find that perfect pop of color

Try these best beard dyes to find that perfect pop of color

Do you want some fresh color for your facial hair? Whether you want to eliminate grays or try a more subtly blended look, these five best beard dyes can help.
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The 7 best sunscreens for winter weather — there’s something for every skin type

The 7 best sunscreens for winter weather — there’s something for every skin type

The sun is still in the sky, guys...so it's essential to keep applying SPF when it gets cold. Try one of these seven best sunscreens for winter.
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Botox vs. cosmetic acupuncture: Which is right for you?

Botox vs. cosmetic acupuncture: Which is right for you?

Botox has some competition: Facial acupuncture. Which is best for skin rejuvenation? Experts weighed in on what men should know.
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How to dye your beard and keep it maintained: A complete guide

How to dye your beard and keep it maintained: A complete guide

We've put together a number of tips to help you put the color back in your facial hair, making dying your beard simple and easy.

Grow your best beard yet with these amazing beard growth kits

Grow your best beard yet with these amazing beard growth kits

Growing a beard is easy thanks to today’s beard growth kits featuring derma rollers, cleansers, conditioners, oils, and more.
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CES 2023: The Manual’s Editors’ Choice winners are…

CES 2023: The Manual’s Editors’ Choice winners are…

Here are our favorite finds from CES 2023, ranging from urine analysis gadgets to cars and electric bikes. Buckle up and take in the future of tech.
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These grooming trends will keep you looking fresh in 2023

These grooming trends will keep you looking fresh in 2023

Style goes beyond what you wear and relies heavily on the rest of your body. These trends will keep your hair, beard, and skin looking great in 2023.
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The top 5 last-minute gifts under $500 you can get today

The top 5 last-minute gifts under $500 you can get today

Many people procrastinate on their Christmas shopping, but that doesn't mean you can't produce the best gifts under the tree with these five ideas.
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Gifts for me: Treat yourself with these amazing finds no one else will get you

Gifts for me: Treat yourself with these amazing finds no one else will get you

Do you find yourself thinking, "What about gifts for me?" Our self-care gift guide has some great suggestions.
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These gifts for men are perfect for the hard-to-shop-for guys in your life

These gifts for men are perfect for the hard-to-shop-for guys in your life

Are you one of those men who are hard to buy gifts for? These gifts for men will impress every time.
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Baby Botox is yet another hot TikTok trend: Is it right for you?

Baby Botox is yet another hot TikTok trend: Is it right for you?

What is baby Botox? How much does baby Botox cost? Experts answer your most pressing questions about the TikTok-trending procedure.
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Try these 9 best night creams for your skin to wake up to a better day

Try these 9 best night creams for your skin to wake up to a better day

Skin repairs itself while you sleep. This 2023, try incorporating these best night creams into your routine to improve skin recovery and reduce wrinkles.
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Get more handsome in your sleep just by tweaking your nighttime skincare routine

Get more handsome in your sleep just by tweaking your nighttime skincare routine

Believe it or not, beauty sleep is a real thing. Start your day off right the night before with these nighttime skincare routine tips.
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The best luxury gifts for men for the 2022 holiday season

The best luxury gifts for men for the 2022 holiday season

Shopping for men with luxe tastes can be challenging. We took all the guess and check work out and curated this luxurious shopping list for you.
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Do you really need hyaluronic acid in your grooming routine?

Do you really need hyaluronic acid in your grooming routine?

Purported hyaluronic acid benefits including moisturizing and anti-aging properties. Does this seemingly magic ingredient live up to the hype?
Presents for couples.

The best gifts under $50 for men this holiday season

The best gifts under $50 for men this holiday season

Buying gifts for the men in your life this holiday season shouldn't be difficult and expensive. Check out our gift guide to help you out!
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Try these 9 best mustache waxes for better facial hair in 2023

Try these 9 best mustache waxes for better facial hair in 2023

From super-stiff styling wax to softer tamers of flyaways, we gathered all the best mustache waxes out there for men in 2022 and listed them down.
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These 15 foods are ruining your skin (and, in some cases, your overall health)

These 15 foods are ruining your skin (and, in some cases, your overall health)

Is your diet bad for skin health? Here's what to know about foods and skin health, including clearing up some rumors about diet and acne.
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Common skincare ingredients, explained: What you need to know before you buy

Common skincare ingredients, explained: What you need to know before you buy

If you're looking to up your skincare game, you first need to understand the most popular ingredients available. We've done the research for you.
Man grooming and trimming his facial hair with a beard trimmer

Upgrade your grooming routine: The best skin and hair products for men

Upgrade your grooming routine: The best skin and hair products for men

The average man spends just over 150 hours a year in the bathroom grooming, so make sure that time is spent using the best products available.
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No-shave November vs. Movember: There’s a difference between these 2 causes

No-shave November vs. Movember: There’s a difference between these 2 causes

You've probably seen men going a bit hairier than usual in November. Why? Some say No-Shave November, others say Movember. What's the difference?
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The ultimate guide for men’s skincare in the fall that everyone should follow

The ultimate guide for men’s skincare in the fall that everyone should follow

Men's skincare requires some tweaks as the weather cools. Use the fall as a transitional period to prep skin. These skincare for men tips will help.
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Review: Bravo Sierra offers no-fuss grooming products you can feel good about

Review: Bravo Sierra offers no-fuss grooming products you can feel good about

Are Bravo Sierra's grooming and skincare products really as good as they're pumped up to be? We recently gave some of them a try. Here's how well they worked.
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Men’s grooming: What the modern day man needs to know (from head to toe)

Men’s grooming: What the modern day man needs to know (from head to toe)

The days of the leathery-skinned cowboy are long gone, it's the time for masculine grooming. Here is your guide on looking your best under your clothes.