MAKING IT BETTER

Rifling through a standard routines comes a round of charged up staples that give more game to your grooming must-dos

STR8

Here’s an unrivalled fact: Whether it is to jumpstart or settle into the end of a day, nothing sounds infinitely better than a thorough shower. No longer just a mundane wash-and-go ritual, the daily ritual has evolved into something more mindful, with processes and products that elevate the experience. Recognizing this, Str8 crafts a multi-functional shower gel that covers the face, body, and even hair. Deep cleansing, detoxifying and designed to neutralize sweat, odor, and bacteria, the Detox Power 3-in-1 shower gel is that all-encompassing must-have for all your bathing needs.

SHISEIDO

Nothing makes a man gravitate most toward a product than one that addresses a handful of major concerns in one go. Taking this into consideration, Shiseido crafts a powerful multi-functio With its powerful and restorative qualities, the Skin Empowering Cream resuscitates with antioxidant Carnosine DP, Beech Bud extract, Damage Defense Complex, and vitamin E, delivering youthful vitality and resilience that leaves skin refreshed, revitalized, and rehabilitated.such as lavender, neroli, and geranium.

AVEDA

Combining the art of science with the power of nature, Aveda derives a 100% naturally derived formula that targets a potent hydration and shine for all hair types. The lightweight, multi-nutrient oil, which stands as part of a superfood-infused collection aptly called, nutriplenish, this results-based product tends to brittle to sun-parched lengths of hair, nursing it back to health with its merry mix of ingredients such as pomegranate oil, coconut oil, and mango butter, which can be used before or after shampooing, and even as an overnight leave-in conditioner, boosting air to a nourished, regenerated state.

LAURA MERCIER

A staple in many a flawless-skinned standout’s arsenal, the secret for them lies in the Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer, a straightforward and no-fuss union of skincare and makeup t hat blends seamlessly into your routine. With just the right amount of sheer coverage, you can easily pull off a healthy, dewy finish with a brush of this product on the face, which gives you that luminous appearance, all while nourishing with its Hydrating Complex that eventually also reduces signs of visible dry skin. On top of that, it also offers a broad spectrum of SPF 30 UVB/UVA sunscreen for that added layer of long-lasting protection.

PILI ANI

It isn’t just a snack that can fill with its assortment of gustatory iterations, but going deeper into its satiating qualities, the oil derived from pili, a superfood endemic to the Philippines, has been discovered to have compelling anti-aging qualities to it. Rich in antioxidants, vitamins A and E, the nutrient bomb is the most formidable foundation of Pili Ani, a local skincare line that has soared to great heights over the years. At the forefront is the Intense Hydrating Facial Cream, which instantly soothes and smoothens skin, charging it with hydration that leaves it firm and nourished, much like functions of the humble nut is was derived from.

LAB SERIES

Admittedly, one that is usually left unattended in the grooming routine is the facial hair. Either grown out or haplessly shaved from time to time, one forgets that this patch of hair needs a little TLC, too. To the rescue is The Grooming Oil of Lab Series, a 3-in-1 shave and beard oil that smooths, tames, and condition both the skin and hair, improving both the trim and temper of facial hair in mere minutes. With its infusion of fortified ingredients, this lubricant softens, calms, and heals, giving that corner a hydrated, healthy effect without that typical overburdened feel.