5 Grooming Habits Every Modern Gentleman Should Master

Wash less, condition more. Over-washing strips the natural oils that give hair its movement; two to three washes a week with a conditioning rinse in between is usually enough.

Brush your beard daily. It trains growth direction, distributes oil evenly and reveals thin areas long before they become a problem.

Invest in one good product rather than five average ones. A matte cream or light clay will carry most styles without weighing the hair down.

Protect your skin. A light moisturiser after shaving prevents irritation and keeps edges looking clean.

Book on a rhythm. Every three to four weeks keeps the shape you paid for — waiting six undoes the architecture of the cut.