Baxter of California Daily Protein Shampoo Ingredients List
Overall Rating: ★★★★☆
Price: $$ ($10-$20) – Available at Baxter of California, Beauty.com, and Barneys New York.
Scent: mild blend of mint and tea tree.
I Like: the subtle, refreshing mint and tea tree scent.
Not a fan of: the SLS and methylparaben.
Baxter of California’s Daily Protein Shampoo is a minty smelling hair wash that invigorates the senses. The shampoo comes in a nice-looking opaque blue bottle with a convenient pump dispenser. The refreshing scent is a mild blend of mint and tea tree – perfect for those mornings when you need an extra boost to help wake you up. The shampoo produces a noticeable amount of lather and cleans hair very well, which makes the product better suited for those with oily hair. Guys with fine hair may want to limit usage of this shampoo to 2-3 times a week. Splurge on Baxter of California’s Daily Protein Shampoo if you have oily hair and some extra cash.
Giovanni Moisturizing Shave Cream – Invigorating Tea Tree & Mint
Giovanni Moisturizing Shave Cream – Invigorating Tea Tree & Mint Ingredients List
Overall Rating: ★★★★★
Price: $ (under $10) – Available at Amazon, Vitacost and Drugstore.com.
Scent: Refreshing natural blend of tea tree and mint.
I like: the cool feel and natural uplifting smell of the shave cream. The thick cream provides protection against nicks.
Not a fan of: nothing. You can’t go wrong with this natural shave cream.
Giovanni’s Invigorating Tea Tree & Mint Moisturizing Shave Cream impressed me right off the bat with its naturally refreshing tingle. The thick cream does not lather, but it offers effective protection against nicks and cuts. The natural combination of peppermint, eucalyptus, and tea tree creates a wonderfully uplifting scent to help wake you up in the morning. Nourishing ingredients including argan oil, rosehip oil, and shea butter help to moisturize while you shave. Overall, Giovanni’s Invigorating Tea Tree & Mint Moisturizing Shave Cream is one of the better natural shave creams I have tried. At under ten dollars, this uplifting shave cream is a great value I wouldn’t hesitate repurchasing.
Overall Rating: ★★★★★
Price: $$ ($10-$20) – Available at Bulldog, Drugstore.com, and Whole Foods.
Scent: Naturally uplifting blend of lime, patchouli, and bergamot.
I like: the refreshing scent. Effective post-shave moisturizer. Absorbs well, not too heavy.
Not a fan of: nothing. Bulldog appeases the masses of vain dudes once again with this incredible, great-smelling natural face moisturizer.
Bulldog Natural Skincare’s Original Moisturiser is another stellar grooming product from the innovative London-based men’s skin care brand. This rich face lotion acts as an incredible post-shave moisturizer that helps to alleviate dryness and irritation. Its incredible scent is the result of an all-natural blend of essential oils including lime, patchouli, bergamot, and lemon. The nourishing moisturizer absorbs easily into the skin without leaving a greasy shine. A pea-sized amount will keep your face feeling great throughout the morning and afternoon. Those who care about anti-aging properties will appreciate Bulldog Natural Skincare’s Original Moisturiser contains green tea extract to help keep us looking young longer. Give it a try if you’re looking for a fantastic natural face lotion.
Overall Rating: ★★★★★
Price: $$ ($10-$20) – Available at Amazon.
Scent: fragrance-free, though the oil does have a faint, naturally occurring nutty smell.
I like: the lightness of the oil. Absorbs easily. Versatile – can be used on skin and hair.
Not a fan of: the clear bottle. Wished it was colored to protect the oil from light.
Asian cultures have incorporated camellia oil into their beauty routines for centuries. The oil is known to be a light, versatile moisturizer for skin, hair, and scalp. During a recent trip to Japan, I picked up a bottle of Oshima Tsubaki Camellia Oil to find out what all the fuss was about. Though it is commonly marketed as a hair oil, I’ve grown to enjoy using camellia oil on my skin in the morning as an aftershave and at night before going to bed. Camellia oil is heavier than argan oil, but light enough for people with dry skin to use on the face. The oil has a very faint, naturally occurring nutty smell that quickly dissipates after application. Oshima Tsubaki Camellia Oil comes in a unique, traditional-looking clear glass bottle that dispenses a few drops at a time.
Overall Rating: ★★★★★
Price: $$ ($10-$20) for a half-ounce bottle – Available at Sephora and Josie Maran.
Scent: fragrance-free.
I like: how incredibly light and nourishing this moisturizer is on the skin. Absorbs easily.
Not a fan of: the high price tag.
An increasing number of people are using argan oil as a natural skin moisturizer, and for good reason. It’s a light, natural oil that’s incredibly nourishing. The oil works well as a daily moisturizer. I use it once in the morning and once at night before going to bed. I’ve tried various brands of argan oil and Josie Maran’s Pure Argan Oil ranks highly in terms of quality and effectiveness. It doesn’t have a funny smell and the dropper makes it easy to apply. All it takes is 2-3 drops per application and you’re good to go for the day. I’ll sometimes use a little more in dry weather conditions. Josie Maran Cosmetics Argan Oil is a bit expensive, but the quality is exceptional. A half-ounce bottle should last approximately one month.
Alba Botanica Hawaiian Papaya Mango Body Cream Ingredients List
Overall Rating: ★★★★☆
Price: $$ ($10-$20) – Available at Drugtore.com and Amazon.com.
Scent: strong “tropical” fragrance
I Like: how light the cream is. Effective at moisturizing and sinks in quickly.
Not a fan of: the strong synthetic tropical scent.
Alba Botanica’s Hawaiian Papaya Mango Body Cream is more like a lotion than a body butter. Because the product came in a tub, I expected a thicker, heavier consistency. The cream is not rich, but it is effective at moisturizing. The product sinks very quickly into the skin. I used it on all parts of my body, except for the face. Some notable ingredients in the cream include shea butter, mango, cucumber, kukui oil, macadamia oil, and rosehip seed oil. The only aspect of the product I didn’t enjoy was the strong synthetic “tropical” fragrance.
Apricot Kernel Oil is an effective, all-natural way to regulate your skin’s oil production. High in essential fatty acids and vitamins A, C, and E, this light oil is ideal for oily and normal skin types. Apricot Kernel Oil also works well on mature skin, especially on the areas around the eyes and throat, because of its tightening and astringent properties. When purchasing natural beauty oils, be sure they are cold- or expeller-pressed. I also recommend buying natural beauty oils that come in amber-colored bottles. The colored bottles help protect the precious oils from light, thus maintaining the oil’s effectiveness.
Every Man Jack Age Defying Eye Cream Ingredients List
Overall Rating: ★★★★☆
Price: $ (under $10) – Available at Every Man Jack and Drugstore.com.
Scent: no noticeable fragrance.
I Like: how the product effectively reduces puffiness around the eyes. Convenient packaging with a pump dispenser.
Not a fan of: how long it can take to notice lessening dark circles.
As I get older, I’m noticing more fine lines and puffiness around my eyes. Thankfully, Every Man Jack recently released their Age Defying Eye Cream for those of us battling tired-looking eyes – not all of us can successfully pull off the puffy-eyed, constantly stoned look like Johnny Depp and still look like a million bucks. At just under ten dollars, Every Man Jack’s Age Defying Eye Cream is a reasonably priced, effective moisturizer that works well at reducing the appearance of fine lines and puffiness. The area around my eyes felt firmer and refreshed immediately after applying the product. The cream is light, non-greasy, and absorbs easily into the skin. I haven’t noticed a big decrease in dark circles, but I expect that to change with regular use.
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