SUPER SIX: NOVEMBER GROOMING PICKS!

1 Beard Clippers (any brand)
It's Beard Season, and many of us won't be reaching for those razors until at least the new year, therefore you'll want to get yourself a decent beard trimmer that will keep your facial fuzz neat and tidy throughout NoShaveNovember and Decembeard.

2 Jack Black Hair Thickening Shampoo
We tend to shed hair the most during November, therefore a good hair care routine is essential. Try Jack Black's Hair Thickening Shampoo, for a fuller, stronger looking barnet to get you through the autumn months.

3 Lip Balm (any brand)
As the colder season sets in, you'll want to avoid lip chapping - therefore make sure you keep your lips lubed throughout the day for a healthier look and a less painful pair of lips.

4 QU3 Face & Body Moisturiser
Never forget to keep moisturising throughout the colder months of the year, and don't neglect your body either. Find yourself a good multi-purpose moisturiser that will keep your skin revitalised, refreshed and hydrated.

5 Recipe for Men Facial Scrub
We tend to collect a lot of dirt on our facial skin throughout November, with the cold weather outside and the central heating inside. Make sure you scrub your face three times a week to keep your pores cleansed and free from dirt.

6 Beardition Really Good Beard Shampoo
With it being Beard Season, many of you guys will want a good range of products to keep your facial fuzz in tip-top condition throughout the colder months of the year. Why not go natural with Beardition's beard shampoo, helping you keep your beard clean, conditioned and ready for the winter onslaught.

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5 ULTIMATE HALLOWEEN BEARDS

Facial hair aficionados Ruffians have teamed up with leading razor brand Dorco, using their Pace 6 Plus to create five ultimate looks to ensure you’re raising hairs this Halloween.

Make sure as well as your spook-takular costume, you creep it real with your facial hair game. Whether you’re looking to sport a ferocious mane, carefully styled goatee or a devilish tuft of hair on the chin – your facial fuzz is the perfect extension to your outfit and we’ve got you covered. After all, a good barber is a man’s best friend…

Channel your inner Wolverine and let your beard run wild and free. Use the 6 blades at random to keep the hair looking choppy and the trimmer blade to add extra definition. Combs are out, big and bushy is most certainly in!

• Start with a full beard to pull off this look.
• Apply a thick layer of shaving foam to the face, trim down the moustache and shave off all neck hair.
• Use the trimmer blade at the back of the razor to remove cheek hair, keeping most of the beard along the jawline. Next, shave an inverted triangle into the chin area.
• Backcomb your hair, and dress with Wolverine claws and a ripped white vest (or shirtless if you’ve got the abs to pull in off!) to complete the look.

They're creepy and they're kooky, mysterious and spooky… get your moustache in check this Halloween, Gomez Addams style using the nifty trimmer – perfect for all those tricky areas!

• You’ll need a ‘tache for this one! 
• Apply a thick layer of shaving foam to the face.
• Remove all facial hair, keeping only a moustache above the upper lip.
• Using the trimmer blade remove hair from the top of the moustache, creating a thin, long line of hair - pencil in with black liner for extra definition!
• Finally, slick your hair back and throw on a dark bow-tie to really give you the edge.

Proving you don’t always have to be loud and proud, recreate silent comic actor Charlie Chaplin’s iconic ‘tache. Offering a true one stroke shaving solution, Dorco Pace 6 Plus glides effortlessly across your face to keep the fuzz above your upper lip.

• A fuzzy upper lip is needed to nail this one.
• Start by trimming down any stray beard hairs before coating the face in shaving foam
• Clean shave the entire face, keeping only hair above the upper lip.
• Using the trimmer blade, shave the ends of the moustache – your moustache should look thick and short! Fill in with dark eyeshadow to create a fuller look.
• Whack on some eyeliner, adopt a dopey expression and black bowler hat and voila!

James Bond is the ultimate dude. A ladies man with not a single hair out of place, Dorco Pace 6 Plus will make sure you’re ready for whatever obstacles stand in your way. A combination of Vitamin E, Aloe and Lavender Oil makes Dorco perfect for a full-scale wet shave and will keep skin smoother than a baby’s bottom.

• The quickest and easiest of the lot, this look is easily achievable no matter how much face fluff you own.
• Coat the whole face in shaving foam and remove all hair, including the neck. Don’t forget to moisturise afterwards!
• With a sharp suit and an air of mystery, you’ll be fighting them off in no time.

Sail the seven seas as Captain Jack Sparrow and embrace the plaited beard and jewels in abundance. Whilst you’re at it, gain full control with the non-slip rubber handle as you master the rough and ready look.

• The more facial hair the better in this case!
• Cover the mid to upper cheeks in shaving foam and remove all hair. Keep the majority of the beard across the jawline and on the chin – think thick and fuzzy!
• If your beard can go the mile, separate it in half and make two plaits, adding a bead on the end. If your beard can’t, stick two plait extensions onto the chin using eyelash glue – works a treat!
• Tie a bandana around the head, add jewellery and pull out any remaining hairs to ensure a rugged look
  

Order from Dorco UK’s online shop at www.razorsbydorco.co.uk as a one-off purchase, or arrange delivery straight to the crypt via the flexible online subscription service.

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YOUR COMPLETE FACIAL HAIR SEASON GUIDE

   
Yep, it's that time of year again, folks. It's time to put those razors down and man up for Facial Hair Season, all in aid of a great cause, of course. 

The lead up to Christmas is a big time in the male grooming calender, with numerous events and sponsorhips working together with the public to raise funds for men's charity and research. Here, we bring you the complete guide to Facial Hair Season, so get involved and start raising some cash for some worthy causes... 

October - Shave Season
Ok, so we understand that not every man has been blessed with the genetics to grow a full on beard, but Facial Hair Season isn't just about the fuzz. If you're partial to a bit of wet shaving, then get involved in Shave Season and be in with a chance of winning some great prizes... 

November - No Shave November
With a $30 donation, good-hearted, clean-shaven individuals can register to enter the challenge. It begins with a date-stamped "before" picture posted on the event Facebook page and ends with a wild and wooly "after" shot. At the annual Beard Bash in Nashville, prizes are awarded and a No Shave November is crowned. All proceeds go to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.

November - Movember 
The Movember Foundation is a global charity committed to men living happier, healthier, longer lives. Since 2003, millions have joined the men’s health movement, raising £402 million and funding over 1,000 programmes focusing on prostate cancer, testicular cancer, poor mental health and physical inactivity.

December - Decembeard
Campaigning during the month of November is known as 'Movember' where men grow moustaches to raise awareness for prostate cancer; 'Tashes for Testicles'. Beards for Bowels helps raise awareness for bowel cancer by growing beards all year round but mainly campaigning each December... 'Decembeard'.

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RAZORS DOWN. MAN UP. #DECEMBEARD

Campaigning during the month of November is known as 'Movember' where men grow moustaches to raise awareness for prostate cancer; 'Tashes for Testicles'. Beards for Bowels helps raise awareness for bowel cancer by growing beards all year round but mainly campaigning each December... 'Decembeard'.

Decembeard is socially active and welcomes bearded veterans to provide useful tips and products to new supporters that are growing a beard:

Gary Cassidy
@consciousgary pick up your razor blade, and take it to the nearest bin. You won't be needing THAT anymore.

Beardedgentblogs
@beardedblogs be sure to keep your beard washed and fresh... Nobody likes a smelly, scraggly beard!

Sam Latham
@SamLatham123 use proper beard shampoo conditioner which should be used once or twice a week! Oil the beard everyday and don’t shape it too early, just let her grow on your face.

Claire Skullee
@Skullee_Clown keep it nice n soft. Us girls like a soft beard...... :p

The newly launched website Decembeard allows everyone who hash tags #Decembeard to feature their furry faces from Twitter [http://twitter.com/Decembeard] and Instagram [http://instagram.com/Decembeard]. Even the follicle challenged can participate by using the free iPhone app [https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/decembeard/id848565146?mt=8] to beard their selfies and share with friends and family.

Head over to Decembeard on Twitter [http://twitter.com/Decembeard] and Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/decembeard.co] to get involved.

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BEARD SEASON: BLACKLABEL BEARD COMPANY

With the continued rise in beards, it's no surprise that beard care is the fastest growing sector in the male grooming market.  With a wide array of beard oils, shampoos, soaps and conditioners making their way onto the market, The Male Grooming Review takes a look at a company that covers every aspect of the beard that you can think of - BlackLabel Beard Company.

Made in USA, BlackLabel Beard Company covers a wide range of beard care products that includes beard oils, beard balms, moustache wax, soaps, shaving products, bath and body, beard combs and brushes.  If you are currently wearing a beard, long or short, you can be sure BlackLabel Beard Company has it covered.  

BlackLabel Beard Company were kind enough to send us a few of their products via their UK seller Unique Men, to try out for review.  The products sent to us were: Black Tie Beard Oil, Citrus Blend Beard Oil, Nude Beard Oil, Beardface Beard Oil, Conditioning Beard Balm.  All these products are made from 100% natural ingredients, which is always a great thing when you consider you are using these formulas against your skin.

The Conditioning Beard Balm is without one of the best beard balms you will come across.  The unscented formula is thick and grainy in texture and applies exceptionally well into the facial hair.  The problem with most beard balms is that they tend to be a little sticky in texture and overpowering in scent, but BlackLabel Beard Company Conditioning Beard Balm stands out from the conventional beard balm.  If you're looking to shape, thicken and texturise your beard, then this beard balm is definitely worth a try.

The great thing about BlackLabel Beard Company is that as a customer, you are able to choose a selection of sample beard oils of your choice in order to get a clearer idea of what scent most tickles your fancy.  This is especially convenient as BlackLabel Beard Company do have a rather large range of beard oils to pick from.  

The naturally formulated beard oils are also very impressive.  The Black Tie Beard Oil is not dissimilar to a classy cologne, leaving your face feeling and smelling a notch or two up from your usual standards - it's a great beard oil to wear on a night out.  The Citrus Blend Beard Oil is pretty similar to the Tea Tree Beard Oil that you can also find in this collection, but slightly more subtle - If you're into your sweeter scented beard oils then this could be the right one for you.  Nude Beard Oil is an unscented formula which is great for men looking to purely condition their facial hair without any scented formula.  Beardface Beard Oil has a very strong minty, zesty scent to it.  If you're keen on refreshing toothpaste/mouthwash type scents then this is the beard oil for you to try.

All BlackLabel Beard Company beard oils are fine in quality and excellent in texture.  If you're looking for a good range of beard oils to try out on your fuzz this beard season, then get on over to BlackLabel Beard Company today and find yourself a gem.

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