TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.4*
Why: One woman says this product delivers a "satisfied husband." "My husband usually doesn't care for whatever deodorant I buy for him. Some time ago I gave him the Body Shop's. He likes the clean fresh aroma, and more importantly, the level of odor protection." Another user found similar results saying, "this deodorant did control the odor all day." He also likes how, "the scent is nice and not all flowery" and that it's "not all wet and gooey. Overall, a good product for the money." Another guy says, this deodorant "works well -- as good as any I've used. It smells good and is not too expensive." One man says it kept him "dry all day long," while another says it's "nothing fancy, but it works."
TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.5*
Why: This product is a favorite amongst men and women. One reader says this is a "scary idea but great product. At first I didn't like the idea of a battery-operated razor with blades. I thought that it was going to slice me to pieces � but it's great! My husband uses it on his face and it always turns out silky and smooth. It is also the same way with my legs. This is a neat product." Another woman says that, "my boyfriend uses this and I sneak it into the shower with me. It's great for getting a close shave and I haven't had any razor burns or cuts from it at all." One reader says, "my husband loves this razor. After using it he can go almost three days without shaving. I've tried it on my legs and it works great [for me] too."
TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.6*
Why: One reader says, "I tried this for the first time last night and for a low-priced body wash, it did a great job. The suds are not as thick as the high-priced kind, but just use a little more and you won't notice -- and with the low price you can afford to use more. It does smell real good and it makes you feel clean without residue." One woman "bought this body wash for my hubby and he likes it. He told me it smells good, cleans well and that you can't beat the price. We both give it two thumbs up." Another woman says, "my son, now 11, asked for this product because 'that's what dad uses'! I love the smell on him because, for a young man, it is fresh and not too overpowering for him. It's a good product for the right price." One man says, "my girlfriend frequently purchases this body wash for me. She loves the scent and I think it smells good too."
TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.7*
Why: One woman says, "shhh, don't tell my husband, but I 'borrow' this from him when he's not looking. I love how the cream makes shaving such a delight. I am prone to nicking my legs, but when I use this product -- no nicks -- just smooth legs." Another woman says, "I can't imagine a better shaving cream for men or women. It is one of my favorite Aveda products and a staple in our home. My husband and I both use it. You don't need very much product to do the job and it also has a subtle peppermint and lavender scent that I can't get enough of." A male reader says this is an "excellent product. Lathers up well, smells pleasant and is soothing to the skin." Another man says, "this is a good product with a nice scent and clean feeling afterwards." And one exclaims, "I went from Chewbacca to Telly Savalas. Yea Baby!"
TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.7*
Why: Many readers say this makes for the perfect Father's Day Gift. "My husband loved this gift from the kids," says one reader and another agrees saying, "this is a great idea for a gift, but you'll want to give it to a guy who already uses Burt's or isn't in love with his shaving foam. The soap scent is great. The cup and shaving brush in this kit are pretty nice too." Another reader says, "I bought this for my husband and he is getting to realize that products that are more natural can actually be healthier and work great. He doesn't cut himself anymore now."
The time of year where we give thanks to dad is just around the corner. Yup, Father's Day (June 20th to be exact). And beyond your own dad, you might be celebrating the father of your children too.
While the majority of the products on TotalBeauty.com are for women and mostly reviewed by women, we also have skin care products for men on our site too. We get men chiming in about the skin care products they love and we even have women fessing up that they borrow (more like steal -- with love) their man's shaving gel, razor, body wash -- you name it. Start reading their confessions.
This roundup of male grooming products contains top-rated skin care goodies for your face and body, but unsurprisingly have lots to do with shaving. See the products now. So if you decide to put together a little Father's Day package full of skin care products like shaving cream, razors and aftershave -- be sure to pass along these shaving tips to dad as well:
Tip 1: Avoid shaving first thing in the AM. This gives puffiness from fluids (that collected in your skin while you were sleeping) time to deflate, which will help you get a closer shave.
Tip 2: Use an exfoliating cleanser to slough off dead skin cells and open up your pores to prepare them for a close shave.
Tip 3: Wet your stubble with warm to hot water before shaving. This will swell the hair shaft so that the razor can cut the hair and not your skin.
Tip 4: Rub shaving cream into face thoroughly. Try an aloe-based shaving cream, which will give you a soothing, close shave and help prevent razor burns and rashes.
Tip 5: Avoid super foamy shaving creams that contain skin irritants such as Sodium Laurel Sulfate if you have sensitive skin.
Tip 6: Use a sharp blade. A dull blade yields nicks. Change your blade every five shaves.
Tip 7: Use slow, short strokes and rinse your blade frequently in hot water when shaving.
Tip 8: Shave in the direction of hair growth -- shaving against the grain can cause ingrown hairs and razor burn.
Tip 9: Apply an oil-free moisturizer after shaving to soothe and protect your skin.
Tip 10: Steer clear of after-shave that contains alcohol and shaving products with menthol in them because they may irritate skin.
