Category Archives: Cleaning & Maintenance
Removing Nicotine Stains from Facial Hair
If you are a smoker and you have a mustache and a beard, then this article is definitely for you. The exhaled smoke from the cigarette leaves a brownish stain on the moustache which is difficult to remove. Here are some tips on how you can remove those unsightly brownish stains from your moustache and beard.
You can trim down all the tar stained hair off the moustache. Use a clarifying shampoo to wash your entire mustache and repeat this several times until the stain has been reduced or completely removed.
You can also use a smoker’s toothpaste and apply it to your moustache. If you want to increase the bleaching power of the toothpaste, you can add baking soda to it. You can repeat this process until the stain is removed or unrecognizable.
Hydrogen peroxide is a good bleaching agent and it is also mild. Get a clean toothbrush and brush on the hydrogen peroxide on the moustache and leave it for several minutes before you rinse. If you want to accelerate the bleaching process, you can sit under the sun.
If all the mentioned process doesn’t work, you can buy a bleach for facial hair. This bleach is a cream that can lighten the color of the facial hair so you should apply this only to the stained area. Follow the instruction manual carefully when using this product.
If you are a heavy smoker and the nicotine stains still persist, then you can opt for mustache coloring. The packaging has the instructions on how you can use the facial hair coloring properly.
The Proper Way to Shampoo Hair for Men
We all believe that shampooing and putting conditioner on our hair is a basic and simple task. However, there are techniques that you can do to properly clean your hair and avoid hair dryness and damages.
A good shampooing does not start with the shampoo itself. We usually like a hot shower but high water temperatures can be damaging to both our hair and scalp. This makes our hair and scalp dry stripping it of natural oils. It is better if you choose lukewarm water when taking a shower.
The proper amount of shampoo to put in your hair depends on how long it is. If you have a short hair, the proper amount is the size of the nickel. For longer hair, the right amount is the size of a quarter. When the shampoo does not lather up, we often add another drop of shampoo immediately to our hair but this is not recommended. The hair must be rinsed first before applying another drop of shampoo to the hair.
Massage your scalp thoroughly when shampooing. This is good for your hair because it stimulates blood flow to the hair follicles. By doing this, you can prevent hair loss and promote more natural oils in your scalp and hair.
Men use pomades, gels, creams and waxes to style the hair. However, this can also clog the scalp which can lead to hair loss. Use a clarifying shampoo once a week to clean the scalp of the cream and gel residues. It is okay also to use conditioners for hair. It is better not to get those 2 in 1 shampoo and conditioner because these two can never really mix and clean simultaneously.
Hair is at its weakest when it is wet so do not dry your hair vigorously with your towel. Just blot it and shake out the moisture from the hair. The best comb to use is a wide tooth comb to straighten the tangles.
Adding Natural Moisture to Dry Hair
Men suffer from dry hair because they are usually outside and exposed to the suns rays. Dry hairs need natural moisture to make them more healthier looking. Indoor dry air such as air conditioned offices can also lead to dry hairs for men. Other factors that can lead to dry hair are chlorine and bad hair products. There are simple ways that you can do if your hair is always dry and have split ends.
Mayonnaise is not only delicious for sandwiches, they can also promote natural moisture on your scalp. Get one half cup of mayonnaise and massage it into your hair and scalp. You can then cover your head with a shower cap and let it stay for fifteen to thirty minutes. You can then rinse your hair and shampoo normally.
Olive oil is also a good source of promoting natural moisture. You can get half a cup of olive oil and heat it but do not boil it. Apply it on your hair then wrap your hair in a shower cap and wrap it again with a towel to really retain the heat. This time, leave it for forty five to sixty minutes. Shampoo it again and rinse naturally.
Another natural ingredient that you can use is avocado and egg yolk. Just mix the avocado and egg yolk together and apply it on your hair. If you have sunflower oil and wheat germ oil, mix them both and warm the mixture.
All of these ingredients help in adding natural moisture to dry hairs. It is important to moisturize your hair to eliminate having split ends and damaged dry hair.
Proper Way to Take Care of Men’s Hair
Women are not the only one’s who can take care of their hair and make it silky and smooth. Men can also have rich looking and healthier looking hair. Men are now learning to get on the grooming act and pay more attention to their hair. Many shampoo companies and hair care companies are producing hair care products made just for men. Here are the ways by which you can properly take care of your hair and make it smoother and silkier.
Most men do not care about split ends but it’s about time we take care of these damaged hair. When going to your stylist, ask them to trim out all the split ends to prevent it from splitting farther down.
Find out what your hair type is so that you can buy the right shampoo for your hair. The three types of hair is oily, dry and normal hair. If you use the right kind of shampoo, you are applying the right amount of moisture to your scalp and hair.
You can wash your hair everyday if you have oily hair and scalp. You do not need to wash your hair everyday. By washing your hair every other day, you are giving the natural oils in your scalp to nourish your hair.
It may cost you more but it is still better to buy high quality hair products. Some inferior hair products like gel contain high amount of alcohol which can be damaging to your hair and makes it dry. Choose hair products that are reliable and come from professional hair care lines.
Hair is basically made up of proteins. So we should have protein rich diet to make our hair healthier and stronger. Examples of food rich in protein are meat, fish, cheese and nuts.
Grooming Habits for Men
More and more men these days are taking extra time and effort to look better not just by staying in perfect shape but also in grooming. Some men consider soap and water is enough for their facial skin care regimen. Men are now buying grooming products especially for skin cleansing and prevention of oily skin and pimples. Some guys even buy moisturizers, facial wash and exfoliating scrubs to have cleaner skin.
Some men nowadays are concerned with their body hair and facial hair. The facial hair does not necessarily mean the beard and mustache but the brow and nose hairs. Some even wax their chest hairs which can be very painful especially for the first timers.
Men also care for their hair. There are shampoos that can be bought now which specializes on oily or dry hair for men. Gone are the days when men flock the local barber shop to have their hair cut. These days, some men go to hair stylist for their haircut.
The favorite grooming habit of most men is smelling good. Men buy deodorants, after shave colognes, shower gels and of course perfumes to make them smell and feel good. Some men prefer one scent and stay loyal to it. Some have collections of colognes which is used according to the occasions.
Good grooming habits like the ones mentioned above does not necessarily mean you are not manly enough. It simply means you want to look good and attractive to others especially if you are going out for a date. Good grooming also shows your personality and your confidence which can work well when you are in a job interview.