styleisys: How Men can be Stylish

We're told women are more fashionable and care more about their looks compared to men, but although this may sometimes be true, this is by no means stopping men from being stylish. Maintaining a couple of good habits and taking a little bit more care in how you prepare yourself can make a huge difference, and can be as simple as 1, 2, 3.

This is Part one of How Men can be Stylish, and concentrates on the tiny things that make a big difference.

1. Facial Care

Choosing a good quality razor is really important, and must not be over looked! Electric razors are good at getting the job done, but traditional razors help you get a closer shave, giving yourself a cleaner look. Another important point about facial care is using aftershave. Taking the extra time to apply some aftershave can provide a pleasant scent, and also acts as a disinfectant to help prevent razor burn. Moisturising is also important as it makes for smooth unblemished skin, and makes for an easier shave due to it softening the hair follicles. If you have acne, or want to prevent getting any, it's vital to wash your face at least twice a day. To help neutralise the acne, you can apply acne medicine and moisturise after. To get rid of the redness of the zits, you can use some sort of "Vanishing lotion" to help camouflage the colour against your skin.

2. Hair Care

Taking care of your hair is really important, and can be achieved through what you purchase for use in the shower. Investing in quality shampoo and conditioner will help your hair look fresh, clean and moisture rich. Make sure you use shampoo less than a conditioner, as the shampoo only cleans your hair and using it every day may dry your hair, taking away all its natural oils.

Outside the shower, there are multiple ways to style your hair:

Gel is a nice all around styler. It will keep your hair in one place all day, even in severe wind. The only downside is, it tends to dry out your hair and may tend to flake. Try this for short to medium length hair.
Wax is literally that. Think like that stuff you use to seal your bathtub. Almost exactly the same as gel, but not as liquid and a much thicker texture. Use this for short to medium hair length.
Mousse. This works well for curly hair, and it allows you to obtain curls without having that stuck together hair you get from gel and wax. Short to medium length hair; it may not provide enough hold as gel or wax.

Finally, how you cut your hair is also really important in achieving a great look. Make sure you visit a good quality barber or stylist occasionally to get your hair cut.