We love the men in our lives - dads, brothers, boyfriends and husbands - but beauty gifts for guys can be tricky. So let's call it "grooming" instead, shall we? Not all men are into looking pretty. That's why we rounded up the most coveted masculine grooming gifts, from high-tech tools to camouflage cases.
The Art of Shaving: The 4 Elements to the Perfect Shave Klaudia Tirico
The Art of Shaving is the Mecca of perfect grooming essentials. This luxe quartet of essentials features a shaving cream, pre-shave oil, after-shave balm, and shaving brush - all in a sophisticated sandalwood scent.
If he's looking for a new scent, this coffret featuring four of John Varvatos' eau de toilettes will give him a fragrant wardrobe of options. Each scent embodies the style of John Varvatos, from the woody Artisan to the tobacco-leaf Vintage.
This shave stand will guarantee him real estate on the vanity. It features the brand's most popular premium double edge razor (a luxurious update from those dinky drugstore blades he uses), plus a chrome stand, matching bowl and a Silvertip Badger shave brush. You won't want to hide this under the sink.
Kiehl's Facial Fuel has become a favorite for men of all ages. This gift box is filled with everything he needs for his skin and body regimen in the brand's classic formula: Facial Fuel Energizing Face Wash, Ultimate Brushless Shave Cream White Eagle, Facial Fuel Energizing Moisture Treatment for Men, Facial Fuel No-Shine Moisturizing Lip Balm, 'Ultimate Man' Body Scrub Soap, and Ultimate Strength Hand Salve. And at $58 for the entire set, you'll have cash left over to take your newly dapper man to dinner, too.
After he cleans up nice with cologne, shower gel and shave balm, he can add a touch of class to his favorite dress shirt with penguin cuff links. Whether he wears suits daily or once in a while, this set will drive him to put on his dress shoes and take you out on the town.
For the guy who can't stand the thought of a beauty regimen, this starter kit features the three basic essentials: conditioning shave cream, broad-spectrum sunscreen, and a 3-in-1 shower cleanser that acts as a face and body wash, and a shampoo.
For the man who likes the classics, this Prada fragrance blends traditional notes of rich amber that evoke the scent of an old-school barber's soap. The eau de toilette and after shave balm come with a travel pouch to hold all of his grooming necessities on the go.
This portable electric shaver will ensure that he doesn't have to sacrifice a perfect shave while traveling. It's ideal for close shaves and long hair trimming. Plus, the smart foil detail helps capture hairs growing from different directions. The easy-to-use, washable shaver is great to toss in his luggage or gym bag.
If he's loyal to his go-to products, give him this camouflage travel bag to stash them in. It's made with a durable, water-resistant nylon canvas, making it spill-proof and klutz-friendly. You can pack it with his favorite things for extra brownie points.
If all else fails, treat him to a "men only" spa day at the Grooming Lounge (Virginia and D.C.), Kiehl's Spa (New York) and The Art of Shaving Barber Spa (California and other locations). Services include pampering treatments such as a hot lather shave, haircut, or massages.
