I thought I would ask you a question. Did you know August 16th is National Men’s Grooming Day #MensGroomingDay? David and I plan on taking Charlie to Oklahoma next week to meet his girlfriend he meet online which was part of his graduation present.
August 16th is National Men’s Grooming Day #MensGroomingDay, Charlie mentioned he needed a hair cute before we go and he also would like Cologne David needs a haircut as well and his Beard trimmed and died if we can talk David into it.
Since today is August 16th National Men’s Grooming Day #MensGroomingDay I was thinking about having the guys visit a Barber Shop and get there hair cut and styled. Debbie and can go walk in the Pool at NRH Center.
Once the guys finish at the Barber Shop all of us could go to North East Mall to Bath & Body Works and pick up grooming products for David and Charlie because there was having a sale yesterday. Would you like to go with us?
National Men’s Grooming Day is celebrated on the third Friday of August each year. This year, National Men’s Grooming Day will be held on August 16th, although we believe every day should be men’s grooming day.
I have a question for you. How many times have you used hand wash to cleanse your face or used body wash for your hair? When was the last time you wore sunscreen? If you are a man or know a man, you know what we’re getting at.
The market is flooded with thousands of variants for shampoos and body lotions, and don’t even get us started on the serums, but most of there products are targeted at women! Now is the day to let go of the age-old stereotype that grooming is only for women and embrace self-care king! Not only will you look great but we promise you’ll also feel great!
National Men’s Grooming Day was founded and sponsored by American Crew, a company that supplies men’s grooming products and takes a lot of pride in doing so. It is also a leading salon brand that caters specifically to men. National Men’s Grooming Day was founded as a reminder for men to overhaul their grooming routine and take better care of themselves.
Male grooming has a long history dating back to ancient Egypt. While men’s grooming has had its ups and downs, the practice became popular during the Elizabethan era and has been on the rise ever since. During the Victorian Era, more households started using soaps, and getting blemish treatments were all the rage. Anti-aging products were also introduced in this era.
In the 1900s, Hollywood celebrities with their slick hair, clean-shaven beard, and style popularized male grooming even more. Fragrances, easy-to-use razors, and many more technological advancements have made grooming easier than ever!
For far too long, grooming and self-care have been associated with women and considered a feminine thing to do. But that image is fast-changing as the men’s grooming products market is fast expanding. People everywhere are realizing the importance of taking care of their appearance.
Not only does grooming make you look great, but investing that precious time in yourself also has a positive effect on your psychological well-being making you happier and more confident! This new spark in men’s grooming has also led to the creation of the term manscaping.
National Men’s Grooming Day Activities
- If the men in your lives have the opportunity today have them visit your nearest salon to spruce up there style. Have them try a different hairstyle, a new hair color, or even go in for some relaxing spa treatments!
- Build yourself a simple yet effective skincare routine. Start with the basics like cleansing, exfoliating, moisturizing, using S.P.F., and soon move on to serums and essences. You’ll be singing about Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate and Galactomyces in no time!
- Tae the time today to talk to the men in your life about how grooming is not only acceptable but also desirable. Help destroy the stigma around male grooming and remind the men in your lives how great they would look after grooming.
Facts About Male Grooming
- The Romans were among the first to try out hair dyes and usually colored their hair blond, but often the dye was so harsh the dye would make all their hair fall out permanently.
- Many grooming products were made of arsenic and lead before we discovered their harmful properties.
- Men spend a year and three months of their lives in the gym perfecting their bodies.
- From 2000 to 2010, the global demand for male cosmetic surgery surged by 258%.
- 15,000 years ago, long before razors were invented, men used everything from clamshells, flint knives, and Shark teeth to shave.
Why We Love National Men’s Grooming Day
- It may seem like men have only recently gotten into the grooming business, but the practice has existed for thousands of years. So of course Mens Grooming Day deserves a whole day of celebration!
- Spending just a few extra minutes every morning on grooming can make a man look much cleaner and neater. Who doesn’t want that?
- Many men are still hesitant to talk about and indulge in grooming due to fear of being labeled “feminine.” Having a holiday dedicated to men’s grooming changes this notion and encourages men to take care of themselves.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
