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From how-to guides that teach you the right way to shave and shape a beard to product roundups recommending the best moisturizers to keep your mug in good condition, The Manual offers up honest reviews of men’s grooming products without all the noise and distraction you might find in the drug store hygiene aisle with the added bonus of bringing under-the-radar products to the fore.

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ALTAIA WOO(E)D men's cologne

ALTAIA’s Woo(E)D features exotic international fragrances

ALTAIA's Woo(E)D is now available in the US after an early April release, and this men's cologne leans into the concept of seduction for its appeal
Dr. Squatch Godzilla King soaps

Iconic monsters define the latest Dr. Squatch soaps

Atwater beard oil

Atwater’s new Smooth Target aims to provide complete beard care

Man waxing his mustache

The best mustache styles every man should know about

Malaki Starks with Vince the Barber

How celebrity barber Vince Garcia and American Crew are redefining NFL draft night style

close up of man with fade cut

What is a fade cut? The details on this trending hairstyle for men

SkyOrganics Shea Butter

SkyOrganics debuts two new haircare products for curls

Man in a bathrobe washing his face

Do you really need a lightweight moisturizer? Experts weigh in

man in robe looking in mirror

Dermatologists reveal the daily habits that might be ruining your skin

Man putting skincare facial treatment cream on face. Anti-aging skin care product. Male beauty morning routine at home lifestyle. Guy looking in bathroom mirror applying moisturizer under eyes.

RescueMD adds nighttime skincare oil to address pigmentation and redness

Man plucking eyebrows with tweezers

Eyelash trimming: Why experts are calling out this dangerous men’s grooming trend

SOL LABS LUMIBRONZE

LUMIBRONZE adds ‘tanning’ to the sunscreen equation

Dream Tape PLUS

Sleep tape from Dream Recovery is the ultimate men’s skincare shortcut

This sleep tape from Dream Recovery is infused with skincare products that provide benefits while you sleep
Mountain Dew Blind Barber collaboration

Mountain Dew wants to be part of your grooming routine now

Mountain Dew enters the skincare market with a series of products based on its new soda flavor.
Dr. Chris Tomassian board-certified dermatologist

Dr. Chris Tomassian’s top 10 skincare tips every man should know

Dr. Chris Tomassian is a board-certified dermatologist with over 2.7 million followers on social media, and here he provides his top 10 all-time men's skincare tips.
Relaxed young African-American man takes shower standing under hot water jets in contemporary unit in bathroom close side view

Is too much shower time bad for your skin? What a new study says

Its been suggested that extensive shower time may be bad for our skin biome, but this study disagrees
Verdoie skincare product

Mushrooms for men’s skincare? Verdoie adds new shroom-based supplement

Verdoise already has a mushroom-based moisturizing cream for skincare, and this supplement is designed to work with it.
GUESS ICONIC

GUESS releases iconic new men’s cologne

GUESS ICONIC's bold new men's cologne is designed to complement its women's perfume from last year
A man getting light therapy for his skin

The rise of skincare tech: How gadgets can transform your skincare game

You may not have thought about using tech for your skincare routine, but whether you’re a pro or just developing your skincare routine, tech can definitely help you take a quantum leap when it comes to getting great skin. 
Easter rabbit

From wine to truffles: The best adult Easter basket ideas

From premium chocolate to top-tier wines, if you're not sure where to begin, these adult easter basket ideas will help you start brainstorming.
DedCool Mochi Milk

DedCool releases Mochi Milk fragrance to a waiting list of 5,000

Mochi Milk is DedCool's new fragrance, and it's being released to a waiting list of 5,000 customers.
Heineken skin cream

Heineken jumps into the men’s skincare game with Smootheriser skin cream

Heineken is entering the men's skincare market with a new skin cream tied to the company's Silver beer
MANSCAPED Hero Ball Bundle

MANSCAPED teams up with Testicular Cancer Society for bold promo

The fifth anniversary of this partnership between MANSCAPED and TCS is a unique vehicle for testicular cancer awareness and prevention
Man getting haircut, view from back

These 8 ingredients are the secret to thicker hair, according to experts

Men may want thicker hair so they have more styling options (and confidence). These are the best ingredients for thicker hair and a few to avoid.
The Elixir from Omorovicza

Legendary Hungarian skincare company releases powerful collagen booster

Omorovicza is a legendary Hungarian skincare company, and Elixir is a significant addition to their product line.
Dr Squatch Mike Tyson Soaps

Dr. Squatch turns Mike Tyson into ‘Moisture Mike’ for new soap promo

Dr. Squatch is known for outrageous promos, but they've outdone themselves with this one, which features Mike Tyson as "Moisture Mike."
Caldera + Lab haircare system

Caldera + Lab introduces its first multi-product men’s haircare system

Caldera is introducing the company's first multi-product release in which the three products function as a men's haircare system
Chris Pine

The best beard styles for men, whether you’re a novice or a pro

Looking for a style that will suit your growing facial hair? We break down the best beard styles, as well as the type of face that can rock 'em.
Patricks SF1 Sea Salt Mens Hairspray

Patricks aims to elevate men’s haircare with new sea salt product

The potential of sea salt as a men's hairspray ingredient has long been recognized, and Patricks is out to bring that potential to fruition
A person holding the Lumineux Teeth Whitening Strips.

Smile brighter with this teeth whitening strips deal — on sale at 33% off

The Lumineux Teeth Whitening Strips are an excellent option for those with sensitive teeth. You can purchase a package of 21 treatments from Amazon at 33% off.
Wild Cosmetics natural deodorant

I tried Wild natural deodorant for a 2-day ski trip — here’s how it went

During my two-day ski trip to Santa Fe, I decided to try Wild deodorant to see if it could stand up to the stink. Here's how it went.
Dr. Squatch Call of Duty soaps

New Dr. Squatch soaps join the Call of Duty character roster

Dr. Squatch is teaming up with Call of Duty and the game's legendary character roster for their new package of soaps.
Snax the Barber

How men are embracing hair color: Expert insights from Snax the Barber

Men's hair coloring is becoming increasingly popular, and some of the possibilities are fun and surprising
Tower 28 products

Tower 28 earns three major seals of approval for specialized skincare products

Tower 28 has earned seals of approval from the three organizations that monitor skincare products for rosacea, psoriasis and eczema
Beards & Beyond products

Beards & Beyond updates products and packaging to reflect premium approach

Updates in Beards & Beyond's products reflect an upscale lineup, and the packaging now says "premium."
EsteNove trio in the hallway

From beard patches to confidence: My hair transplant story in Turkey

Hair loss is one of the worst feelings for a man as he gets older. Here is all you need to know to embrace it or reverse it.
essential oil bottle and salt on yellow table

Is your skin (including the scalp) secretly craving black seed oil?

Black seed oil has gained favor for its ability to help with dandruff and eczema, but skincare professionals suggest caution.
Duke Cannon mascot ad

Duke Cannon bets on Iowa State mascot for March Madness success

Duke Cannon is one men's grooming company that's gambling on a unique ad campaign to draw interest during March Madness
Well Kept eye serum

The Y Code adds Well Kept eye serum to its men’s skincare product line

These three new eye serums from The Y Code use holistic ingredients to tackle a number of men's skincare issues.
Man wearing sunscreen at a festival

SOL LABS forms unique skincare partnership with Melanoma Research Alliance

SOL LABS is partnering with the Melanoma Research Alliance to help eliminate skin cancer.
Timeline night cream

I tried these $250 day and night creams and these were my results

The Timeline Day and Night creams boast patented "Mitopure" bioactive technology -- but what exactly does this mean, and can it help target aging differently than other products on the market?
Boost Pre-Styling Cleanser

Find your perfect pre-styling shampoo with American Crew’s new range

When used with the right styling puck, these three new pre-styler shampoos from American Crew can help you get a great look.
GA.MA Professional Full Body Trimmer on black background

GA.MA’s new EGGO trimmer is an all-in-one grooming solution for men

For men who need full-body coverage in their trimmer, the EGGO from GA.MA Italy Professional provides it
Beer-infused toner mist

To stay fully hydrated and healthy, your beard, skin, and hair need…beer?

Men's skincare benefits from beer-infused products are well worth examining.
Man looking in the mirror applying skincare products

These ingredients will sabotage your men’s skincare routine

You'll find a surprising array of bad ingredients in men's skincare products, so here are the ones you need to avoid the most.
Man applying face mask in mirror

From nuts to salmon, the 14 best foods for healthy skin for men

The best foods for healthy skin for men to prevent skin aging, acne, psoriasis, wrinkles, and sun damage. Learn what to start eating for your healthiest skin.
RawSugar products for Eczema

RawSugar’s new shampoo and conditioner aims to soothe your eczema issues

Raw Sugar's new shampoos and conditioners address eczema issues
Man putting on cologne

How to pick the right men’s cologne for your date, interview, or casual event

Make sure you take the occasion into account when you choose your men's cologne
Electric razors pieces lined up

What to look for in an electric shaver: Blade types, motor power, and more

Electric razors offer an impressive feature set for fast, convenient shaving, and there are new features coming online all the time.
A merchant pours a sample vial of fragrance

Arabian fragrances: The new gold standard of perfumery

When it comes to high-quality fragrances that impress, Arabian scents are a top-tier choice, but what sets them apart from the rest of the fragrance world?

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