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Molton Brown Launches Men’s Sport Collection

Molton Brown launched their Men’s Sport Collection this month and I was able to preview one of their products a few weeks ago. I opted to try their Anti-Perspirant Sportstick ($22) – the collection also includes 4-in-1 Sportwash ($24) and Body-warming Sportsbalm ($26) – because I stopped using women’s deodorant more or less completely a … Continue reading “Molton Brown Launches Men’s Sport Collection”

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Prada Luna Rossa

I was sent a sample of Luna Rossa ($62-102), the new Eau de Toilette from Prada (named after the brand’s America’s Cup Challenge team), and before I could even smell it my dad spotted it, opened it, and staked his claim to it! That’s what I get for stopping by my parents place for dinner … Continue reading “Prada Luna Rossa”

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Aging Adventures: Skincare For The Younger Man On The Go

As a non-believer in New Year’s resolutions, I usually am a fan of smaller and more realistic goals. Apart from a goal of working out in the morning, and eating more fish, I decided it was time to update and upgrade my skin care regimen to a more mature level. My goal was to create … Continue reading “Aging Adventures: Skincare For The Younger Man On The Go”

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Get the Look: Johnny Iuzzini’s Hair

Last week I was out at a Lower East Side bar when I met an extremely well dressed man (I’m talking suit, tie, and all…). We chatted for a bit and I came to learn that he was a freelance hairstylist with years of experience working at the like of Stephen Knoll and Louis Licari. … Continue reading “Get the Look: Johnny Iuzzini’s Hair”

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Assassin by Billy Jealousy: The Dry Assassin

For me, a moisturizer is the most important thing between my face and New York City air. My skin drives my crazy, especially in the beginning of fall, when it can’t decide between perspiration and sheer dryness. Recently, I was sent a killer project: a jar of a Billy Jealousy moisturizer called Assassin, and oh, … Continue reading “Assassin by Billy Jealousy: The Dry Assassin”

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Summer Hair for the Man Snob: A Close Call

After growing out my hair for the past year or so, I decided it was time to tame this bush growing on top of my head. Humidity and my hair are not friends, and I know it was time to clean up. After a strong recommendation by a friend to trust the artists at John … Continue reading “Summer Hair for the Man Snob: A Close Call”

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