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How to Handle Man Flu like a Pro

Another great article from Peter Minkoff You might have thought up until now that man flu only affects guys who can’t muscle through a puny cold, but the gig is up – man flu is an actual thing! According to research, certain types of viruses can affect men more severely than they do women. So tell your girlfriend that science says you’re not a wimp, she just has it easy. However, the problem of preventing and battling a seasonal virus still remains, and with the ever-increasing number of people contracting a pathogen in the winter months, you want to do whatever it takes to avoid getting bedridden for too long. Here is how you can handle man flu like a...

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Luc's 6 quick tips for beardcare

  Our ambassador in Luxembourg, Luc Von Gore has given our readers quick tips how he maintains his beard and whiskers in order. We thank Luc for sharing his secrets with us for the upcoming Movember season. Luc's personal beard care list: Before I take a shower, I brush my beard with a standard hairbrush (to get rid of the loose and dead hair in the beard) During the shower, I thorough shampoo the hair with RISU Shampoo (2-3 times a week). The rest of the week I wash it only with water. After the shower I gently dab the beard with a towel and put a small amount of RISU beard oil in it. Next I take the hair...

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Lazy Dude's Guide to Healthy Eating

 A guest blog by Peter Minkoff. Yes, we all know how busy and hectic workdays can be, and sometimes you don’t even have the time to eat, let alone eat properly. After an exhausting day, you might be tempted to grab a burger on your way home or just throw that last night’s pizza into the microwave before you head out to work in the morning. The thing is, there is this vicious rumor that eating healthy requires an abundance of time in the kitchen, the time you either don’t have or would rather be spending lying in bed. Well, it’s time to shatter those misconceptions and break the cycle of bad eating habits, and we’re going to show you...

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5 Best Vodkas from All Around the World

 A guest blog by Peter Minkoff.   Clear spirits are some of the best liquor choices at any event. No matter the setting, the music or the crowd, you can’t go wrong with vodka. Why, you might ask? Because vodka is the perfect drink to either enjoy on its own, or infused in a cocktail of complementary tastes – the creative possibilities are endless. This seemingly neutral, refreshing spirit can be mixed with zesty tastes such as lemon or lime, complemented with ice to make an invigorating summer cocktail or it can be infused with warm, sweet liqueurs for those long winter parties. Ultimately, it’s just an amazing drink on its own. So here are the five best vodka brands...

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5 Signs You're a Bespoke Beardsman

A guest blog by Peter Minkoff.   A beard is a way of life. When people ask you why do you spend so much time nurturing and growing your facial hair, you find it hard to give an elaborate enough response with which they can connect. Your beard is who you are, and if they do not inherently understand the importance and allure of having a manly beard, then that is obviously not who they are, or are likely to become. However, if you adopt and perfect the lifestyle of a true beardsman, you can avoid having to answer such questions altogether – when they see you, they will understand what you’re all about. Let’s take a look if you...

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