As time goes by, you will find yourself needing a style and overall grooming boost every once in a while in order to look fresh and dynamic; but there are also small things you can do to maintain your looks day in and out.
If you want that total makeover, you could go to a place like a medical spa in Studio City, but, other than that, you could also try these four pillars that are going to help your look.
Take care of your hair
If you’re not one to keep your hair gray, you can dye it with a shade that suits you well. Generally, men look good in natural-looking colors. While women can often look great in a dyed red for example, it is harder for men to pull these colors off. You need to be well-committed to wearing such a color.
Also, speaking of hair color, having a gray beard will make you look older, so if you want to look more youthful, you can either dye your beard or shave it all off.
If you’re balding, there are many options from which you can choose. You can pick a treatment (shampoo + serum) that works well for your type of hair and skin or even full on surgical and have a hair implant, which can turn out to be quite costly.
In case you want to sport a beard, even if it’s not gray, letting your beard grow wildly isn’t going to make you look more manly or younger. In your 20s, having a rather unkempt beard is not as bad, but after 30 it can be. This is why it’s important to take a bit of time and learn how to trim and sculpt your beard. You can also consult with a professional barber first who can advise you on which shape looks best on you.
Bushy eyebrows and a lot of ear hair won’t help you get that younger look either. If you want to look great, you’ll have to make sure you trim those down to a minimum.
As a general rule when it comes to hair and hairstyles, it’s important to think this way: a buzz cut or a shaven beard are always better than unkempt hair, even if in theory you could have a great hairstyle or a nice beard.
Treat your skin
Your skin is often a good indicator of your health state and age. Having wrinkles and spots on your skin can often make you look older than you are and rather tired. So how do we deal with this? You can simply apply some sunscreen and moisturizer daily, not forgetting lip balm to make sure your lips don’t crack. Speaking of sunscreen, it’s always important to keep in mind the fact that your skin needs sun, so shying away from sunlight is not recommended. On the same note, staying too much in the sun can also turn out to be damaging in the long run for your skin and your overall health.
Also, to get rid of those old dead skin cells, you can be sure to use retinoid. It’s usually available over the counter, but if you want a more effective version get one as prescribed by a dermatologist. Another good thing about retinoid is that it stops the breaking down of collagen, which keeps your skin stretchy, leaving you with a youthful look.
Stay healthy
Regardless of how much you try to look good, if you are in a bad health state, it will show. This is why it is always important to stay on top of your health. Simply make sure you have a good diet, work out and stay active and you already have checked the most important health habits. Even if you can’t, don’t have time or simply won’t do a full workout routine every day, try to move around as much as possible: walk instead of driving, ride the bike, dance! Also, if you can do things standing instead of sitting, this can be helpful as well, as having a sedentary lifestyle is very harmful to your overall health. Moreover, in order to look fresh, you should always be well-hydrated, as this will keep your skin young and stretchy. Furthermore, making sure you are well-rested is also extremely important. Last, but certainly not least, to have a complete aesthetic package, you should make sure you keep your teeth white and shiny.
Look the look
The way your dress is extremely important if you want to look fresh and youthful. In this sense, it is essential to think of who you are, what you want to express through your style and what is appropriate for your age and context. If you want to look younger and are in your 50s, wearing clothes a teenager will wear will only accentuate the fact that you are not a teenager anymore. Think of how the style you like would translate for your age.
When in doubt, simply put on a fitted suit and make sure you accessorize with cool things like timeless sunglasses (such as aviator sunglasses), a cool tie, a cool belt and a great watch.
That said, the above tips are sure to make you look and feel great. They are actually easy to follow and do not require too much from you. The basis of looking great is making sure you are always on the top of your game. Start today and you will see the results in no time!
Fraquoh and Franchomme
Further reading:
Beginner’s guide: A list of 20 style tips which cover the basics
28 one-line men’s fashion and style tips
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