Though men may not spend as much time in the bathroom primping and pruning as women, learn how to create a daily grooming routine.

Could your daily grooming routine benefit from a small dose of inspiration?

It’s safe to say that the art of men’s grooming has boomed in recent years. The grooming products that were once solely marketed to women are now being developed and marketed toward men. These are products such as undereye creams, skin serums, and anti-wrinkle moisturizers.

Still, over 54 percent of men state that they didn’t use any skincare or grooming products when getting ready in the morning. As compared to that of women, this number is still incredibly low.

If your grooming routine could use a little help, you’re going to want to read this. We’re sharing our men’s grooming routine that is fast, effective and will leave you feeling fresh and revitalized!

With a more established grooming routine, you can look forward to strutting into your workplace a new and improved man.

Drink a Glass of Water

Before you reach for those coffee beans, it’s time to hydrate!

First things first, begin your day by drinking a large glass of water. There’s no sense cleansing and exfoliating our skin if you’re not going to start by hydrating it. Not only will water help to make you feel more awake, but water is also incredibly beneficial for your skin and your hair.

Water helps to flush out the toxins from our organs while also carrying nutrients to the cells. Routine water consumption has even been known to reduce instances of acne and delay premature aging.

Floss

Once you’ve finished a healthy breakfast, you can move onto the oral hygiene aspect of your grooming routine.

Before you even think about brushing, you’re going to want to begin by flossing. Despite how important flossing is for our oral health, only 30 percent of Americans floss daily. If you really want to protect your teeth and your gums, don’t let yourself become a member of team no-floss!

Flossing helps to remove plaque and the buildup of food particles hidden within your teeth.

Brush Your Teeth 

By now, we can only hope that you have your teeth brushing routine down.

When it comes to your toothbrush, opt for a soft-bristle brush. Still effective, a soft brush is more gentle on your teeth and your gums -this is especially important as you age. After 3-4 months, you should seek to replace your toothbrush.

In general, you should aim to brush your teeth for two minutes and twice daily.

Apply Your Daily Skin Cleanser 

Now that you’ve taken care of your oral hygiene, it’s time to move onto your skin routine.

Before moisturizing, it’s important to cleanse your skin. The purpose of a face cleanser is to remove oil, dirt and debris from your skin. When not removed, this debris will continue to collect on the skin and lead to skin problems such as acne and inflammation.

Find a cleanser that works for your skin type and stick with it. This cleanser should be used twice daily -once in the morning and once at night.

Finish with Your Daily Moisturizer 

Once you’ve cleansed your skin, it’s essential to provide the skin with hydration.

This is where your moisturizer comes into play and is so essential to your skin routine. Moisturizing daily helps to reduce instances or extreme dryness and extreme oiliness. It’s going to make your skin feel healthier and look healthier and more balanced.

After cleansing, apply your favorite face moisturizer to your face and your neck. This is especially important to do if you’ve shaved or exfoliated your face.

In this day and age, there are plenty of moisturizers available to suit your needs. If you’re interested in an anti-wrinkle moisturizer, look for one that contains the ingredient retinol.

Opt for a Hair Product 

After running a comb through your hair, it’s time to apply your signature hair product.

Finding the right products for your hair can be tricky. But, once you find the right product to tame your mane, this step is going to be short, sweet and easy to commit to on the daily.

When it comes to your hair, it’s safe to say that products for white men grooming are different than that of black men grooming. If you have thick and unruly hair, you’ll want to use a wax or a pomade to tame it and hold it in place. If you have soft, fluffy curls, you can opt for a curl-defining gel to give your locks some life.

It may require many instances of trial and error to find the right hair products for your locks. But, once you locate the right product, your hair is never going to be the same without it.

Locate Your Signature Scent 

In addition to a daily antiperspirant, every man needs a signature scent.

You might opt for something a little spicier and warm or something more delicate and floral. Either way, there’s a cologne out there each and every type of man.

Remember, a little goes a long way when it comes to cologne. The goal isn’t to give your deskmate a headache the minute you enter the room. Instead, you can opt to use cologne daily and yet still sparingly.

Become a Regular at Your Barber

Last but not least, it’s time to take care of the flow!

Gone are the days of letting your hair roam wild and free. In the working world, it’s expected that your hair is properly maintained and always looking professional. While washing and styling on a routine basis are vital, so too is having your hair cut by a seasoned professional.

In short, find a great barber and establish a routine hair cutting schedule.

Nailing Your Grooming Routine 

If you’re still abiding by the same morning routine from your early twenties, it’s time to schedule a change.

While a three-minute grooming routine may have suited your early college mornings, it’s time to develop one that’s a little more advanced. As we get older, it becomes even more important to take care of our hair, our skin and our oral hygiene.

When it comes to men’s grooming, it’s safe to say that the times-are-a-changing. Fortunately, a growing number of grooming companies are shifting their focus to favor men and women equally. This means that men are slowly starting to benefit from a similar degree and selection of grooming products as women.

It’s finally time to start using this shift to your advantage. Use our guide to inspire a new and healthy morning grooming routine. Check out the rest of our website for more inspiration!