Growing up my father and I had an argumentative relationship, we haven’t always seen eye to eye and my teenage years were spent rebelling against his ideas on what a teenager should be like. He wasn’t around much when I was growing up, always travelling abroad however, in recent years it’s his words of wisdom that have stayed with me. My dad was the one who told me to ‘only do what makes you happy’, ‘why worry it’s a negative emotion’ and ‘if you fail, don’t give up just learn from your mistakes’. By the time I was 5 I could tell the difference between a Fly Agaric and a Cep mushroom, knew all the words to Atomic, nearly got killed listening to Kraftwerk Autobahn and I still listen to his favourite singer Neil Diamond. Most importantly he introduced me to a love of makeup when he returned home laden down with duty free goodies. So for Father’s Day I decided to send him to Menace Mens Grooming Parlour in Shenfield to be pampered with a haircut, nostril hair removal, eyebrow shape and the ultimate 5 star wet throat shave. He emerged with skin as soft as a baby and looking 10 years younger, which I blame for getting my mother’s blood pressure raised!
Most men like simple, no frills and non-fussy products - they just want to wash and go. Mention skin serums and they’ll look at your blankly then ask where the remote is. However, it’s a pain buying men presents at the best of times, most have everything they need but if you’re stuck for ideas try the following to spoil him with.
Clinique stock a wide range of products which are quick and give great results with minimum fuss. The Face Scrub £17 (available department stores nationwide) gives instant smooth results, helps flaky skin and prepares for shaving. If your dad is a computer geek or looks a little tired then treat him to Clinique Anti-Fatigue skin Cooling Eye Gel £24 to keep in his desk, a small dab will make him bright eyed and bushy tailed. Alternatively the Maximum Hydrator Moisturiser £28 is a good all-rounder moisturiser which whilst won’t erase lines, will at least prevent them and preserve him a little longer!
Menace (01277 202448) offer vouchers and a great range of products including Dermalogica. The Pre-Shave Guard £27.50 is excellent for beardy men who have a bit more than stubble as it softens the hair and prepares for shaving. Follow with Dermalogica Soothing Shave Cream £19.40 for a smooth finish, it’s slightly thicker than a normal shave cream so he will have to rinse his razor often but the results are worth it for nick-free skin. If your dad’s hair is a little on the wiry side then Babassu and Bergamot Protein Conditioner £15 will make is soft, whilst leaving him feeling invigorated – it’s also a great one for you or mum! However, if you really want to give your dad a day to remember book in quick for the ultimate in men’s grooming with a Mens Wash, Cut & Finish and Soothing Cut-Throat Shave £39, he’ll emerge a new man and like my mum, she’ll be a smiling bunny.
If your dads a gym-goer, then Espa (available www.espaonline.com) has an Invigorating Facewash £21.50 which cleanses, cools and is perfect for deep cleansing sweaty, grimy and dirty skin - the fresh scent of peppermint, lemongrass and lime essential oils are manly and will pep him up after a hard workout, it’s great for the gym bag as the pump dispenser ensures no spills! To complement the Facewash treat him to Espa’s Age-Rebel Moisturiser £37 this will protect his skin, leaving it soft to the touch all whilst protecting against toxins and pollution. This gem is targeted for mature skins so if Dad is looking a little rough around the edges this should sort him out! As with all Espa products they’re free from pore-clogging mineral oils, synthetic colours and artificial fragrances making them perfect for all skin types!
www.timetospa.co.uk stock Elemis which have a huge range to cater for men. I tested the Energising Skin Scrub £26.50 on my legs and it rid my ingrown hairs effectively and quickly – I then gave it to my male friend who won’t use anything else! The Skin Soothe Shave Gel £21 contains skin softening Jojoba Oil, Aloe Vera, Witch Hazel and Arnica plus a whole host of other active ingredients to calm the skin after shaving making it suitable for sensitive, dry and problematic skin types. The Daily Moisture Boost £29 is a light, no-nonsense moisturiser which won’t leave his skin feeling greasy, just fresh and supple. Finally finish off with Time Defence Eye Reviver £38 which has Amino Acids, Pomegranate and Acacia to help get rid of dark circles, prevent wrinkles and restore him to the handsome man he once was!
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