{"id":707,"date":"2016-04-24T00:35:56","date_gmt":"2016-04-24T00:35:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/weddingbranch.co.uk\/news\/?p=707"},"modified":"2016-04-16T00:38:31","modified_gmt":"2016-04-16T00:38:31","slug":"grooming-the-groom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/weddingbranch.co.uk\/news\/grooming-the-groom\/","title":{"rendered":"Grooming The Groom"},"content":{"rendered":"

So much of the build up to the wedding is about the bride and her beauty regime, whether she decides to do her own wedding makeup<\/a> or opt for amazing nail art, but what about the groom?<\/span><\/p>\n

The groom will appear in plenty of pictures on his wedding day, so it\u2019s important to be looking your absolute best.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Consider Your Scent<\/span><\/p>\n

You\u2019re pretty much guaranteed at least one kiss on your wedding day, but to guarantee you get a few more make sure you smell incredible. Look for an aftershave that comes with a matching moisturiser and shower gel \u2013 by using products that all have the same scent, the smell will be stronger. It\u2019s also worth investing in a decent deodorant \u2013 test run it ahead of the big day!<\/span><\/p>\n

Top tip: Invest in a new aftershave so every time you use it you\u2019ll be reminded of your big day. Why not look for a his\u2019n\u2019hers scent?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Peak Facial Hair<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re clean shaven, make sure you invest in a proper shave. If you want to DIY it here is some tips:<\/span><\/p>\n

Have a hot shower, and layer on some pre-shave oil, which will soften the hairs and moisturise your skin. This also acts as a lubricant so the razor can glide more easily across your skin, especially when combined with shaving cream. Use a decent shaving brush to whip up your shaving cream in a bowl and lather it on your face \u2013 by using a brush each hair will be lifted and your skin will get exfoliated too. Follow up with a soothing post shave balm to moisturise and avoid rashes.<\/span><\/p>\n

Moustache: To make sure your moustache is in perfect condition, start growing it ahead of the big day. Avoid trimming it above the lip until you\u2019re pleased with the length, and comb through it regularly, brushing the hairs outwards. Invest in moustache wax to style it, twisting the ends upwards and outwards for an on-trend look.<\/span><\/p>\n

Stubble: Designer stubble is set to be a big trend for 2016 \u2013 it\u2019s great news if you struggle to grow a full beard, or can\u2019t be bothered to shave regularly! To make the most of your stubble, allow the hairs to grow until it starts to feel itchy and follow the natural lines on your face to create the shape. Wet shave any of the areas that don\u2019t fit the template. If your face is quite chiselled, fade or taper the stubble so there\u2019s not such a defined outline.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sideburns: Sideburns are having their time in the sun in 2016 \u2013 why not join prestigious sideburn fans Elvis, Tom Jones and Bradley Wiggins and grow some of your own? However, this time they\u2019re part of the full beard \u2013 sport them solo if you\u2019re feeling truly edgy.<\/span><\/p>\n

Tight Beard: If want to be on trendy with a beardy look but can\u2019t deal with feeling unkempt, the tight beard is for you. Keep your facial hair trimmed short for this look, as it gives a well-groomed feel. Set your trimmer to 2-3 millimetres and trim evenly all over, before wet shaving the surrounding areas for a well-defined, sharp look.<\/span><\/p>\n

Short Long Beard: A long beard isn\u2019t for everyone \u2013 that trend may be best left to the hipsters. A long beard can appear quite straggly so for a tidy take on the look go for the short long beard. Follow the shape of your face to style this beard and use sharp, groomed lines. Don\u2019t let the beard go past a couple of inches below the chin and leave the hair under the chin and on the neck to grow for a fuller look.<\/span><\/p>\n

Style Your Hair<\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t get so caught up in your facial hair that you forget about the hair on your head. See a barber in the run up to your wedding – around two weeks before – to make sure your hair is tidy and in top condition. You may need to trim your neck and hairline just before the big day. Now is not the time to change your trusty hair products in case they don\u2019t result in the desired effect. Stick to your usual style and products \u2013 unless your usual look is inspired by Gareth Gates circa 2001.<\/span><\/p>\n

Get a Manicure<\/span><\/p>\n

We’re not talking about French tips or a bit of glitter on your ring finger – but instead consider getting a masculine manicure to make sure your nails are looking their very best for the big day. It’s quite likely that your hands will feature in a lot of photos – as you place the wedding ring on your partner’s finger, and as the two of you show off your shiny new rings after the ceremony. By getting a manicure you can make sure your nails look neat, tidy and buffed ready to be captured on camera.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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