Beauty and Personal Grooming

 It may sound unethical and unfair, but the hard truth is that beauty is indeed skin deep. There’s a great deal of emphasis being placed on looking good, dressing well, and being groomed to your last finger nail. Style does win over substance, at least at first glance and with the first impression. And so it follows that well-groomed individuals are able to attract immediate attention and get people to take notice of them. They find it easier to prove themselves because the foundation and groundwork are laid by the way they look – that’s how important personal grooming is.

When you think of a well-groomed dog, you may first imagine a French Poodle, actually they’re classified as a Standard Poodle, who often appear that way because they just got back from the groomer. But when you really think about it, most dogs and cats look absolutely adorable, practically all the time. That’s because they’re pretty well-versed at grooming themselves, especially felines, and they perform these routines on a regular, daily basis.

You all must be familiar with this particular  situation! You see an impeccably dressed and otherwise well-groomed person – could even be one of your close friends or a relative. But when you see few nose hairs protruding out of his/her nostrils, you instantly experience a slight shudder and disgust at the person’s indiscretion, while he or she may not even be aware of it. Outwardly it might appear to be a frivolous matter, but surely it’s not something that should be brushed aside as hairs peeking out of the nostrils are extremely distracting and look ostensibly unsightly.

In this day and age with all the resources available, there's no reason why guys should not keep up with women when it comes to looking fashionable or at least well put. Being well-dressed is beneficial because it builds a positive impression upon others because people tend to take you more seriously when you have a veneer of style compared to just looking like you woke up and walked around in clothes you slept in. Additionally, dressing well also boosts self-confidence and shows good manners for all people you encounter. Source: https://unsplash.com/photos/6mKxZ5XCw2Y

Even an innocuous, grooming task such as trimming nails is not left untouched by superstitious beliefs. An ancient European belief forbids a person from cutting nails on Sunday and Friday; cutting nails on Friday invariably brings bad luck and on Sunday attracts evil spirits. Another superstition doing the rounds in 19th century Europe was that a mother should never cut the nails of the child before it's first birthday and if she does so the child will grow up to be a thief.  India too has its share of superstitious beliefs regarding nail cutting. In India, at least in the part of South India where I grew up, there is a belief that cutting nails after dusk is a bad thing. Moreover clipping nails on Saturday and on the day of the week you were born is supposed to bring bad luck. So most people avoid cutting nails on these days.

There comes that point every year or so, when your wardrobe starts aging slightly and the clothes that once used to be your go-to for your best outfits no longer make the cut. The colour might be fading or it may be a simple case of trying to update your style slightly.

Trends in fashion change fast and this summer brings a whole new world of options when it comes to a fashionable well-dressed gent. The tendency to combine the aspects of comfortable and elegant is still big and it’s more than obvious in this year’s key summery elements for a stylish look.

Have you decided to ditch the baby-faced look and go for a manly beard or moustache? If so, you're in luck. An advantage of keeping beards is that it helps keep your facial skin young and healthy .How? A study conducted by researchers from the University of Southern Queensland has found that having a beard blocks 90 to 95% of UV rays, thereby slowing the ageing process and reducing the risk of skin cancer .Additionally, they retain moisture and protect against the wind, keeping you looking young and fresh-faced at all times.

One would say that the suit that makes a man, but this is not always true. On the contrary, it is the man that makes the suit. In other words, it is your choice of the fabrics, textures and colors only that will turn out to be either perfection or total disaster. One of the most important occasions, when your outfit seems to be absolutely perfect is your job. No matter if you have just received a call for your first job interview or you’re hoping to get the raise soon, you always need to look like professional in order to be perceived as one. Keeping in mind that the first impression is something that happens instantly and that you will probably never get another chance to get it right, you need to always have one suit that will make your look flawless. Here are a couple of timeless suit styles for every businessman you simply need to know.

Picking the right tie is not as simple as 1-2-3, especially when deciphering vague dress codes such as black tie optional or creative black tie. Avoid the pitfalls with this uncomplicated advice.  

We’ve all been told since middle school that we need to sit up straight, pull our shoulders back, stop slouching. It’s shown that good posture has a positive effect on overall health, both physical and emotional (posture can both reflect and affect confidence).

What is a Body Stocking? A sensual, sexy body stocking is an essential part of any woman’s lingerie collection. A body stocking is a one-piece coverall that practically bares all – designed to hug the curves of the body – and worn under clothing (except in the bedroom). A body stocking, like any other type of lingerie, can be sheer or opaque, made of any material from lace to satin and is designed to tantalise. As it covers the entire body often having full sleeves, a body stocking is very similar in concept to a unitard made from the delicate materials that are normally used for lingerie.

Dating a new person often causes anxiety and raised expectations. You may wonder if your date will consider you smart enough, funny enough, or attractive enough to continue spending time with. However, some of these anxieties have a bigger impact than others, depending on a number of factors.One such common factor is gender. For example, while women may spend more time "primping" for a new date, men may actually let hygiene go once they feel comfortable enough.

Compared to women, men are inclined to pack less when traveling, and by less we mean that on a number of levels. Men tend to use fewer pieces of luggage (hint: one), pack in less clothes and things, and take much less effort in doing all of these. While this isn’t exactly a wrong practice, packing on a hit-or-miss fashion can cause you to forget items that you thought you can live without stuffing inside your travel bag. And yes, the underwear you used on the day of the trip doesn’t count as spare especially if you aren’t sure that your destination offers laundry services.

We’re men, not sheep. We do not shy away from challenges and we do fearless things: Base jumping, cave diving, free solo climbing and drag racing, just to name a few. But when it comes to getting a haircut and sporting a new hairstyle? We’d rather be sheep; We wimp out, afraid to shed our decade-old haircut.

Let's face it guys, today's women are just as much into a man's physical appearance as we are into theirs! Fortunately, there is no shortage of helpful tips, grooming accessories, and clothing options to help even the shabbiest of men improve their appearance.    Let's take a look at some of the most significant grooming techniques any man can use to impress the ladies.

A lot of men don't like to admit it, but they need to groom just as often as women do. Whether it's a scraggly beard of unkempt hands, men need to work hard to make sure that they're looking top notch. There are the basics, like washing your hair and clipping your fingernails. However, there are some lesser known grooming tips that more men need to try. Here are the top five surprising grooming tips that you need to consider.

A set of big, bushy eyebrow is a movie joke cliche. Don't let your eyebrows be the butt of someone else's humor - you can look more polished and put together if you take the time to groom your eyebrows. Men, that goes for you, too! Grooming only needs to take a few minutes out of your day, but it does require precise technique to ensure you get your brows looking as good as they can.   Tweezing can your face a polished look.

Believe it or not, our ancestors weren’t all hairy, unwashed Neanderthals who didn’t care about their appearance. Our more recent forefathers (and mothers of course) invented many innovative preening techniques – although some would make your toes curl just thinking about them! We took a look at four of the colourful ways in which people used to beautify themselves and asked the question, would we go through the same thing nowadays?

Establishing yourself as a unique individual and standing head and shoulders above the crowd might seem like a challenge, although in essence, it is quite simple. Even a "Plain Jane" can be a showstopper if she knows the correct way to present herself. Read on to discover 5 tips to stand out from the crowd.