5 grooming must-haves that’ll easily brighten your spring look

Spring is finally in bloom, and, as brighter days are now a regular fixture in the calendar once again, you’ve likely deployed – or are planning to introduce – a few alterations to your habits and routines. Winter’s cassoulets and stews have probably been swapped out for more delicate dishes that sing to the lighter months; wool and padded items will most certainly have been dropped for linens and breathable cottons; and, with agreeable temperatures and the occasional streak of sun, you might start having a more forward-thinking perspective on things.

And, of course, there’s the topic of grooming, which, too, needs to adapt to the season’s needs. That same routine you relied on to protect yourself throughout the UK’s harsh winter isn’t going to cut it anymore, and so a change-up is definitely needed – but adjustments needn’t be large scale or comprehensive, for we’ve often found that just a few tweaks will do. To steer you in the right direction, here are the best products that’ll help you polish up in the best possible way…

For years, Dr Sebagh has been recognised for its ‘Advanced Ageing-Maintenance Skin Care’ line, which makes use of biotech ingredients – including sesame protein complex and hazelnut ogliopeptides – as well as the collaborative efforts of its namesake founder and his team of international chemists. If you feel like your skin has taken its toll of late, whether due to stress, environmental pollution or UV rays, try this bijou item, which is a powder that evolves into a light cream after application and releases vitamin C onto your complexion (we recommend applying to the face and neck.) An easy way to glow up, store one in your desk drawer or to-go bag. 

As the past few months have felt like a harsh, unforgiving time, they’ve probably done some below-the-surface damage to your complexion – therefore, you’ll need some deep-cleaning, hydrating solutions. Dr Sebagh’s lightweight Vital Cream, which we recommend pairing with the previous item, is another grooming staple that’ll help you get polished up – chock full of anti-ageing peptides, it not only deeply moisturisers, but also protects against any signs of premature ageing, meaning that the recent late-nights at the office won’t be too visible, come summertime. 

For many, a grooming refresh will likely incorporate a new hairstyle or, at the minimum, a tidy up. To revive your locks and keep them in shape, we’d position you towards Salt Grooming, a premium indie label that draws upon natural, organic ingredients sourced from around the world. A favourite of ours is the brand’s Marine Mist, a sea-salt spray – use it as a pre-styler, finishing item, or styling product in its own right – that has the feel of a thickener and provides boost and texture. It’s an ideal item when aiming for an easy, breezy appearance.

Like gastronomy or sartorial choices, your fragrance, too, should change with the flavours of the moment – so with growth and renewed vitality now the order of the day, retire those woody and smokey scents to the depths of your cabinet and pick up something more refreshing and lighter. Here, we have Floris’s classic Bergamotto di Positano Eau de Parfum, a sweet harmony of mandarin, orange blossom, and a wisp of smooth vanilla, all of which come together to take your mind to the Italian coastline.

And, finally, now that the masses are flocking outdoors once again, following the year’s moody, unkempt months, those with beards should be looking to keep their fuzz in check. Formulated with avocado and jojoba oils, this slick, by Heath, is designed to tame and neaten up your facial hair by adding shine and injecting hydration – meanwhile, the use of salicylic acid allows for deep hair-follicle exfoliation, which minimises the risk of trapping hair. 

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