Let’s be honest—when you’re swamped with a million things, grooming is the last thing on mind. Albeit important, there’s barely any time and energy to do any nitty-gritties after the shower and shave. When it comes to time-saving grooming tips, women have found tried and tested ways to make life easier. Men, however, may not always be in the know.
Considering grooming is essential, there are some things you cannot give a miss, no matter how strapped for time you are. So, here are 8 men’s grooming tips that will save time and effort, without having to compromise on looking your best.
1. Use lip balm on shaving nicks
If you’ve accidentally nicked yourself while speedily running your razor across your face, simply apply lip balm on the area. Using a cotton swab, gently dab the cut with a small amount of lip balm—beeswax and shea butter help stop the bleeding and speed up healing. Our recommendation? Keep a lip balm in your men’s grooming kit—it’ll come in handy for your dry lips as well as shaving cuts.
Tira recommends:
The Body Shop Almond Milk Lip Care Stick
2. Blow dry your razor
Save your razor from getting rusty by using your hair dryer to blast dry the blades for approximately 10 to 15 seconds. This will not only extend the life of your razor blades but will also save time in cleaning any stray beard hair left behind.
3. Apply petroleum jelly before your perfume or cologne
Want your fragrance to linger all through the day? Dab a hint of petroleum jelly on your pulse points, especially where you tend to apply your perfume or cologne. This allows the scent to stay on the body longer.
Tira recommends:
VI-JOHN White Petroleum Jelly Classic
4. Use conditioner on the beard
A great grooming tip for men would be to use a small amount of conditioner on the beard when you shower in the night. The conditioner helps moisturise the hair and leaves your beard more manageable for the next morning. You can also opt for beard oil.
Tira recommends:
L'Occitane Softening Beard Oil
5. Spray deodorant on your feet
Smelly, sweaty feet, especially in the hotter months, are sometimes inevitable. For times like these, make sure to spray your feet with an anti-perspirant deodorant before wearing your socks and shoes. Alternatively, you can use roll-on deodorant in specific areas—this also prevents blisters, especially if you apply it to the back of your feet and heels. This is a must-have among your other men’s grooming products.
6. Exfoliate in the shower
Exfoliation is an important part of any skincare routine. If you’re looking to save time during your morning grooming session, we recommend exfoliating while in the shower. The steam from your shower helps enlarge your pores and allows for easy removal of dead skin cells, dirt, grime and other debris.
Tira recommends:
Bombay Shaving Company Pre Shave Scrub
7. Shave post-shower
Instead of shaving before heading for a shower, experts suggest shaving right after. The warm water and steam from your shower help soften the hair, allowing for a smoother, quicker and more comfortable shave. Those with sensitive skin, however, should wait till their skin calms down a bit before running a razor over it.
Tira recommends:
Tabac Original Shaving Cream (100 ml) & Original After Shave Lotion (150 ml) Combo
8. Hair gel doubles up as brow gel
If your brows are a tad unruly and you don’t have time to hit a pair of scissors or tweezers, feel free to use your hair gel. Apply a small amount of gel on your brows to tame any stray or unruly hair that sticks out.
Tira recommends:
Plum Hello Aloe Just Gel For Skin & Hair
