5 MEN’S PRODUCTS YOU’LL WANT TO MAKE YOUR OWN
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Whether out of necessity or sheer desire, we’ve all dipped into our significant other’s product stash at some point (or even stolen something and made it our own). Perhaps the smell reminds you of your man—or you simply like his version more than what you have in your own rotation—but if you think men’s and women’s skin are the same, guess again. “In general, male skin is thicker, and it produces more sweat and oil,†explains Washington, D.C. dermatologist Terrence Keaney.
Men and women may have different skin attributes and needs, but that doesn’t mean you can’t dip into your significant other’s product stash if y
ARE YOU MAN ENOUGH?
Listen up men: you need to take care of your skin. We’re not asking for much effort and time but a little care will go a long way. Actually, more than 97 percent of women in the U.S. say it’s important for guys to have clear and smooth skin. And we know, based on independent research, that almost half of U.S. men never use face wash or a face moisturizer. Fortunately for you, there are two new skincare lines specifically for your face that will give you the moisture and protection you need – FAST.
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Dove Men+Care, the brand’s first men’s face care line, is built arou
GIVE YOUR LEGS THE SMOOTHEST SHAVE EVER
Just because summer is over doesn’t mean you will be hiding your legs anytime soon. Smooth, stubble-free legs will still be peaking out from peplum and pencil skirts for a few months to come. With so many options on the market, though, it’s hard to choose a shaving product that works best for you. No need to look puzzled in front of a store shelf. Here, BITB compares gels and creams and lists a few of our favorites, making the job easier for you.
Are You Gelling?
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One main advantage of gels is that they tend to be more substantial, which helps the razor glide a
A BRAND OF THEIR OWN – RECIPE FOR MEN
What do three Swedish ski bums have in common with men’s skincare? It’s called Recipe for Men, a Swedish import that has been created especially for the needs of men’s skin. Launching this month in the U.S., Recipe for Men is the second most popular men’s skincare line in Sweden and currently sold in 25 countries around the world.
Founders Mikael Snabb and Jesper Matsch, two college students, and Jesper Ronnback, an Olympic skier, met on the ski slopes of Sweden. In addition to skiing, the three friends quickly recognized another commonality – the toll that their enthusiasm for outdoor sports and the harsh Scandinavian winters was taking on their skin.
