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Holiday Gift Guide For Him!

Have you purchased gifts for the men in your life yet? No??! That’s okay, if they are anything like my husband, they will be shopping for you on the 24th! So, you have plenty of time.

Below are great fragrances, a shaving kit, and lip balm. Lots of different choices to help pick the perfect gift for him!

Enrique Iglesias Adrenaline ($24 USD) Driven by what makes his heart beat stronger, this fragrance represents Enrique’s search for more excitement, pleasure and freedom. The scent is for the strong, self-assured man seeking a rush.

Adrenaline opens with a luminous mix of sparkling mandarin and zesty cedrat touched with a green hint of violet leaves. Next, a spicy, earthy blend of black pepper and saffron is lifted by the floral-fruity aroma of pomarose. At the base, warm and leathery notes of cedarwood, roasted tonka and suede add a suave refinement.

Purchase at a drugstores near you.

Jack Black Balm Squad ($19.50, A $21 value!) — includes two brand new, limited edition mint flavors, Mint & Mandarin and Mint & Vanilla, along with the award-winning classic, Natural Mint & Shea Butter. This limited edition three-pack includes the same broad-spectrum SPF 25, protection against windburn and extreme temperatures, and moisturizing ingredients as the original balms.

Available at Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdales, ULTA, Dillards, Von Maur, Macy’s, Bluemercury & www.GetJackBlack.com

Harry’s The Truman Set ($15 USD) — This set has all you need to get started with Harry’s. A great shave at a fair price.

1 Truman Razor Handle
1 Foaming Shave Gel (4.0oz)
3 German Engineered Blade Cartridges
1 Travel Blade Cover

Available at http://www.harrys.com

Original Penguin Coffret ($38 USD) — Original Penguin may have made its mark in the 1950’s, but it continues to live on today. These fresh, aromatic mini sprays are the perfect blend of heritage, wit, and style. Original Penguin, Rocks, Reserve, & Nightcap – perfect for day or night, casual or formal. The 4-piece Gift Set contains four 0.25 oz. Eau de Toilette Sprays from the Penguin men’s fragrance collection. Captivating, sophisticated, and unique in their own right, these 4 scents complement the wardrobe and lifestyle of the Original Penguin trendsetter.

Available at Nordstroms, Dillards and Lord & Taylor

Kenneth Cole Mankind Gift Set ($76 USD) — The bold fragrance celebrates the evolution of the modern man; confident, connected and ready to take on today’s challenges. Mankind is an aromatic fragrance delivering a fresh, modern and masculine scent. It opens with a fresh blend of cardamom, tarragon leaves, zesty ginger and a splash of pineapple. It continues into a masculine blend of cedarwood, vetiver root and cinnamon then transforms into a rich, enticing drydown of sandalwood, oak moss, tonka and sexy skin musk. Kit includes Eau de Toilette, Deodorant, After Shave Balm, and the Hair & Body Wash.

Price: $76.00, Available at Macy’s and macys.com

Father’s Day Gift Giving Guide

I know that this is a bit last minute, but I have great ideas for Father’s Day gifts! It is always so close to my birthday, that I have to take a minute to think of the men in my life and not myself for a minute! LOL!

The gifts below are perfect for any special man. From great food to sexy cologne to skincare products…there is something perfect for that guy!

Give Dad the gift of gourmet goodies! Mantry ($75) is the definitive destination for modern men looking to discover American artisan food and how to cook and entertain with it, Mantry is an engaging food lifestyle resource. With an exacting filter and relevant voice that aims to inform and inspire, Mantry delivers remarkable products, stories and food experiences today’s man can appreciate, enjoy and share.

It arrives in their signature wooden crate and with a colored menu describing all the treats inside. Visit http://www.mantry.com to order.

And…I will be receiving a Mantry to review soon! I will let you know how fabulous it is and I may even share it with my hubby!

emerginC men’s skin care — Upgrade dad’s skin care routine with advanced, cutting-edge products specifically tailored for men.

liquid gel cleanser for men – Formulated with hops, because of its antiseptic properties, and pine, for its refreshing, stimulating essential oil, this lemongrass-scented oil cleanser gently removes excess oil and dirt without over drying.

post-shave reinforcer for men – This lightweight, fresh-scented facial balm is designed to improve moisture balance, tone and texture. Made with soothing ingredients like aloe vera, sweet almond oil and olive oil, the post-shave reinforcer for men is a gentle yet effective treatment.

Now through Father’s Day receive a free liquid gel cleanser ($35 value) with the purchase of a post-shave reinforcer ($47). To redeem, simply type DAD into the customer notes section when checking out.

Available online via www.emerginc.com

Spicebomb by Viktor & Rolf ($49.75 for 1.7 fl. oz on sale) — Spicebomb by Viktor & Rolf is a striking fragrance with a wealth of addictive notes including chilli and saffron combined with leather, tobacco, vetiver and pink pepper. Encased in a hand grenade shaped bottle this spicy, woody and oriental scent is highly seductive and explosive.

Available at http://www.fragrancenet.com

L’Occitane Cade Eau de Toilette ($55 for 3.4 fl. oz.) — a spicy, woody fragrance that evokes the dry wood, red soil and hot stones found in the sunny Garrigue landscape of southern France. Top notes of bergamot lead to a generous heart of cedar wood and pink pepper. A base of cade wood and citrus linger on the skin throughout the day. Enriched with essential oils of cade wood and pink pepper, this eau de toilette complements all of the products in the Cade collection, emblematic of L’Occitane.

Available at usa.loccitane.com.

Father’s Day Gift Giving Guide 2013

Still looking for something to give the men in your life for Father’s Day this year?

L’Occitan Gift Set ($65): Celebrating classic Provence and its men, indulge in the rawest French ingredients with this fragrance. For a man who never forgets his origins.

Our best-selling men’s fragrance. The provencal aromas of distilled lavender and the peppery, nutmeg scent of burnt wood are the inspiration for this rugged and mysterious range.

This set includes:
L’Occitan Shower Gel 5.1 fl.oz
L’Occitan Shaving Gel 1 fl.oz
L’Occitan After-Shave Balm 1 oz
L’Occitan Eau de Toilette 3.4 fl.oz.

Prada Amber Pour Homme Intense Gift Set ($80 USD) — Prada Amber Pour Homme Intense reawakens the core elegance of the original Amber Pour Homme by revealing the expression of amber and infusing it with notes of bergamot, patchouli and vanilla. This gift set includes a 3.4 oz Eau de Parfum Spray, 3.4 oz After Shave Balm and a 1.7 oz Bath & Shower Gel.

(A $144 value) Only $80

Available at http://www.macy.com

Limited Edition Birchbox Handsome and Hungry box ($48 USD) —

There’s no guy who deserves the best more than Dad. Just in time for Father’s Day, we’ve created a limited edition box that’s filled with products that are perfect for Dad’s day off. (Or any guy, for that matter.) These top-notch items will improve every item on his leisure agenda, from grooming to grilling. A $110+ value!

How it Works

This limited edition box includes items designed to optimize two crucial parts of any guy’s day: his style and his meals. Anthony Logistics for Men® Glycolic Facial Cleanser will get things off to a squeaky clean start. After Shave Balm and Oil Free Moisturizer, both by Baxter of California, will make that morning shave a pleasure. (Don’t worry, there’s a razor too—by the experts at Gillette®.) Recipe for Men’s Antiperspirant Deodorant will ensure that sweat and odor don’t get in the way of the day’s lineup, whether it includes casting a line or tossing a football, while some Lucky Tiger Natural Peppermint Lip Balm will keep chapping at bay. On the food front, there’s a vial of Sel Magique, a game-changing seasoning, and a quartet of Quirky Sliders that will vastly improve his grill game.

Gift this limited edition box to your dad or another deserving guy. Each box contains:

HUNGRY
Sel Magique | Sea Salt
Quirky | Sliders

Visit www.birchbox.com to order this box or to give a gift of their monthly subscription box. Men’s Gift Subscription Pricing:

$60 for 3 months
$110 for 6 months
$195 for 1 year

Enjoy!

Adidas Personal Care for Men Collection

Looking for new, affordable body care for the man in your life? Introducing the adidas Personal Care for Men Collection, a range of sleekly packaged Deodorants, Body Washes, Antiperspirants and Body Sprays, available exclusively at Wal-Mart. Is he a powerhouse on the football field? An avid marathon runner? No matter what sport delivers his adrenaline rush, adidas offers a unique lineup of men’s grooming products to help men tackle each day, on and off the field, the basketball court or the track. Working with athletes to develop each of these advanced formulas, the experts at adidas have ensured that every personal care product in the collection delivers powerful, refreshing results with each use.

The adidas Personal Care for Men Collection is guaranteed to keep up with the modern man’s active lifestyle, and is available across four product segments:

Body Wash ($3.47 USD) An energizing experience like no other, the adidas Hair & Body 3 provides triple-action results: it cleanses, refreshes and conditions. Available in 3 scents.

After Sport is for the active man who lives intense moments.
Extra Fresh is a modern fragrance that bursts with an invigoratingly clean feeling.
Active Start is a brisk and revitalizing scent that jump-starts your day.

Deodorant ($3.47 USD) Feel dry and confident no matter what. This long-lasting deodorant promises 24 hours of nonstop freshness. Available in 3 scents.

Deep Energy is a traditional masculine scent, developed for the passionate man who knows no obstacles.
Ice Dive is a citrusy woody fragrance for the man who lives life in the fast lane and exudes a spirit of daring and adventure.
Pure Game is for the confident man who is ready to take on any challenge.

Deodorant Body Spray ($3.47 USD) Stay fresh and cool all day with this stimulating body spray. Available in 3 scents.

Deep Energy is a dynamic, traditional masculine scent that delivers instant rejuvenation, developed for the passionate man who knows no obstacles.
Ice Dive is a citrusy woody fragrance for the man who loves life in the fast lane, and exudes a spirit of daring and adventure.
Pure Game is for the confident man who is ready to take on any challenge.

Antiperspirant ($3.47 USD) Discover your best defense against sweat. This innovative formula features a unique Dry Max System that provides 48 hour protection against perspiration. Available in 3 variants.

Fresh delivers that just-showered, cool sensation feeling.
Control strikes the ideal balance of sweat protection and nourishing skincare.
Intensive provides ultra-protection, offering potent levels of sweat-fighting ingredients.

My husband says that the Deodorant works very well and he (and I) are loving the Body Wash in Ice Dive. It is a refreshing scent. Actually all of the scents are very nice and masculine. These are very good products at a great price!

Enjoy!

Last Minute Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Looking for a last-minute gift for Dad? Get him something that will make him smell, feel or look fantastic with one of these great beauty gift ideas:

L’Occitane Verdon Adventurer Set ($55.00 USD) — The L’Occitane Verdon range is inspired by the refreshing waters and rocky gorges of the Verdon Valley in Haute Provence. This bold set includes the Verdon Pure Face Wash, Outdoor Moisturizer SPF 30, Energy Roll-On and Fresh Shower Water – it’s sure to inspire your dad’s dynamic disposition. Purchase at http://www.usa.loccitane.com

Let Dad unwind with the TOCCA candle in 007 ($38.00 USD). The rich leathery aroma is based on the distinctive combination of the interior of an Aston Martin and a dry Martini, in the “Bond-esque” tradition. You can find this at http://www.tocca.com/store or Sephora stores near you.

A woody-spicy, fresh and masculine fragrance, McGraw by Tim McGraw opens with a bright note of Bergamot that blends with spicy and sweet notes of freshly grated Nutmeg for a vibrant and exhilarating experience. The heart is lush, rich and crisp with Lavender wrapped in earthen Moss. It finishes with soulful and sensual notes of Amber, Patchouli and Sandalwood blended with a touch of aged Whisky—perfect for the classic man. Available at most drugstores and mass retailers

Price Range: 0.5 fl oz ($18); 1.0 fl oz ($24.50); 1.7 fl oz ($31.50)

Whether he enjoys playing sports or is traveling on business, the Gray Mia Sonic Skin Cleansing System ($149.00 USD) fits easily inside any gym or carry-on bag. It will also leave him with the smoothest shave! The Mia uses gentle oscillation to clear pores and cleanses so effectively that shavings products absorb better into the skin. Participants in a Clarisonic clinical study reported a closer shave, increased comfort, reduction in irritation and fewer razor bumps. He will wonder how he lived without it!

Availability:Nordstrom

Hope your Dad, husband and/or all of the other awesome dads in your life enjoy the day!

Grooming Gift Ideas for the Men In Your Lives

Kerastase has just released their Capital Force collection for men that includes a Densifying line to help thinning hair and the Anti-oiliness collection delivers purifying ingredients that create a squeaky clean feeling that lasts. The products in each line include a shampoo, an activator, a hair gel and a styling paste. Very good ideas for gift giving to make your man’s hair look his best ($30 — $34 USD).

Tweezerman Pour Homme Three Piece Kit ($99 USD) — Simple, yet classy, the Three Piece Kit is the perfect luxury grooming set.

Kit contains:
Stainless Nail File
Stainless Folding Nail Clipper
Stainless Facial Hair Scissors
Housed in an elegant, high quality brown leather case.

Availability: Nordstrom, Nordstrom.com

Ona Men Signature Product Line from Ona Spa- Ona knows men like to take care of their skin too, and the products in this line are formulated specifically for the needs of mens’ skin. The line contains a Grapefruit Aloe Shave & Wash, Glycolic 10% After Wash, Soothing Day ~ Night Face Gel, and Cooling Eye Relief Gel. Retail price is $164 at Ona Spa in Los Angeles and online at https://shop.onaspa.com

So by your man some high-quality grooming products, you will love the results!

Quick and Simple Summer Grooming for Men

I know how it is ladies. In the summer months, your man just wants to go out and play, hygiene be screwed! So, get him out the door quick with an all in one shampoo, conditioner and body wash and a new deodorant that actually smells good! This way, you will both be happy.

Pert Plus for Men 3-in-1 ($3.99 USD) is total shower simplicity for men, especially in the active summer months. This cool combo of shampoo, conditioner and body wash creates a rich, foamy lather that will speed him quickly through his shower. My husband’s eyes lit up when I explained it to him. So easy. Visit www.pertplus.com to learn more and you can purchase at your favorite drugstore.

Sure For Men ($2.99 USD) — New Sure for Men claims to be heavy on protection and light on scent. What I like is that when I sniffed Crisp Breeze, I didn’t turn away in disgust from the old man smell. It’s a refreshing and light musk. So good when he plays sports, mows the lawn, chases the Great Dane puppy around the yard…

The website gave these benefits:

The maximum level of active ingredients without a prescription

Longer-lasting microencapsulated subtle fragrances that release over time

Backed by 30-years of trusted protection – Raise your hand if you’re Sure!

Plus these are the fun descriptions of the three scents:

A manly musk with the power to protect, Sure Crisp Breeze is your ultimate weapon against odor and wetness. Apply once a day for a refreshing feeling that will keep you confident while holding underarm adversaries at bay.

Mountain Frost combines the scent of cedar with the tropical intrigue of vetiver. Together, they create a masculine musk that’s bold without being overbearing. Goodbye sweat and odor. Hello clean and confident.

Get all the animal magnetism of outdoor sports, sans the sweat and odor. Just pick up a stick, pop the top and introduce your underarms to that clean, open-air aroma. Strong enough to keep you fresh. Light enough to keep her interested.

Visit www.suredeodorant.com for more info and they are for sale at drugstores near you. Enjoy your clean, good-smelling guy!

Father’s Day Grooming Gift Guide

Looking for grooming ideas for your dad or your man this Father’s Day? I have some good ones here that will make the men in your life look and smell their best!

Liz Earle New Men’s Travel Kit ($66.50 USD) – This five piece kit is perfect for travel and trips to the gym to keep him clean and smooth. It arrives in a hanging wash bag, which is perfect for the shower! These products are fantastic, they clean the face and body and theirs a great moisturizer for after shaving. The kit contains:

Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser 0.5 fl. oz
After-Shaving Moisturiser 1.6 fl. oz
Face & Body Wash 3.3 fl. oz
Face Scrub 1 fl. oz
1 pure muslin cloth
Hanging wash bag (bag dimensions: 16cm x 23cm x 7cm)

You can purchase this kit and others at www.us.lizearle.com

Guys love trying new razors — getting the closest shave possible is key. The new Gillette Fusion ProGlide ($10.99 — $12.99) shaving system is a significant advancement in shaving performance and comfort. It contains: Low Cutting Force Blades with thinner, finer blades and advanced low-resistance coating, enabling the blades to cut effortlessly through hair with less tug and pull; a Blade Stabilizer to maintain optimal blade spacing for comfort, while allowing the blades to adjust to the contours of a man’s face; a streamlined Snowplow Comfort Guard which channels excess shave, prep to help maintain optimal blade contact, stretching the skin for a close, comfortable shave; an Enhanced Lubrastrip™ larger than before, infused with mineral oil and lubricating polymers, enabling the razor to move smoothly over skin even on repeat strokes and An improved Precision Trimmer, including an enhanced blade, a comb guard to better align long hairs and new rinse-through slots.

Gillette Fusion ProGlide is available in both Power and Manual. Learn more at www.gillette.com

Jack Black All Over Wash for Face, Hair, and Body with Wheat Protein and Panthenol ($14.00 for 6 oz, $8.50 for 3 oz). This is one of many great Jack Black products for face, body and hair, including great travel kits. This is the ultimate guy product–one product that does the job of three. Mild cleansers are pH balanced and gentle enough for face, hair and body. They work to get the rid of dirt and sweat without stripping skin and hair of essential moisture that keeps them looking healthy. Provides loads of thick, rich lather while special botanicals give a fresh scent without being too fragranced or heavy. This wash is paraben-free, sulfate-free, vegan and contains certified organic ingredients. It contains:

Panthenol to condition and moisturize skin.

Wheat Protein to strengthen hair.

Certified Organic Olive Fruit Extract acts as an antioxidant

Certified Organic Sea Kelp Extract normalizes the skin’s moisture content.

Visit www.getjackblack.com to learn more and to purchase.