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Getting Groomed
A quick ‘manover’ can have any guy looking fashionable in 15 minutes
By Kate Sullivan
CTW Features
he bride might be the leading lady on this fairytale day, but the name of the game isn’t “Beauty and the Beast.” It’s time for the men to share the spotlight with their bride-to-be. Here are some quick tips on how to bring big-day beauty center stage. It’s time to get groomed and make way for the manover.
Dedicated to bringing beauty to the masses, founder of Facelogic Spa Sherryl Ford practices gender equality when it comes to providing high-level skin quality. Recognizing some men might be timid to the treatments, Ford sees power in numbers. “I’d recommend that couples go on a spa date so men can be introduced to treatments. Spa dates are the perfect ‘time together’ experience for couples to do leading up to a big day.” And thank the metrosexuals for breaking down barriers. “Today’s spas make it non-intimidating for guys to get facials, and most spas have treatments designed for men’s skin only,” Ford says.
Procrastinating plagues even the best boys. Here’s his treatment timeline.
Proper Prep Prevents Poor Performance
Ford suggests, “Get him started on a skin-care routine in advance of the big day.” Think monthly facials for your man with an at-home skin care routine, too. “This will give him a clear complexion, and the daily maintenance leads to younger, healthier looking skin.” And it’s not just about feeding your face. Healthy diet and exercise regimens reflect above the shoulders. “You have to work hard to look your very best,” Ford says.
When Months Become Weeks
Cherry red and punch pink should be the shades of bridesmaid dresses, not his skin. For the weeks before the wedding day, avoid major sun exposure. “Instead, explore different tanning lotions or spray tan to see what shade works best for you,” advises Ford. He might not admit it, but most men prefer their look with a little sunkissed glow. So lather up on the sunscreen and seek a healthier alternative.
It’s Go Time
The key to smooth sailing on the day of comes from the shave. “Cleanse skin, use a foam shave product, very warm water and shave in the direction of hair growth.” Keep Zen to minimize nicks cause by nerves. And just say no to new products. Final touches? “Stick with an aftershave made of soothing properties and avoid those with alcohol, which causes irritation.” Seal in soft by following with a moisturizer.
A healthy marriage is made of equal parts, and the same holds true for skin care. Sexism takes a back seat to big-day beauty as grooms go grooming.
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