Keep the Shape. Lose the Scruff. A medium beard is the sweet spot of facial hair: full, versatile, and long enough to develop a distinctive shape. But more length also means more to manage. The sides can puff out, the underside can become heavy, and a few stubborn hairs can start making their own styling…
A short beard or heavy stubble can make a strong impression—but there’s a difference between rugged and “forgot where I left the razor.” A little attention in the right places keeps things looking intentional. With a short beard, small details do the heavy lifting: an even trim, a clean neckline, and skin that doesn’t itch…
Gray hair — is it a sign of aging or a distinguished look? It’s a normal morning. You’re combing your hair, look in the mirror… and discover a gray hair. Just one. Phew. You pull it out. No damage done. You dodged old age in the nick of time. You zoom in for a closer…
Thanksgiving is mainly celebrated in the United States, but giving thanks for a successful harvest is a much older tradition found in many parts of the world. The American holiday is often linked to a 1621 gathering between Plymouth colonists and members of the Wampanoag people, although its history is more complex than this familiar…
Collagen for men over 40? It used to be something associated mainly with women and their beauty routines. But is it really something only women can benefit from? Now collagen appears to be everywhere — in powders, drinks, supplements, gyms, and increasingly in products aimed specifically at men. The promises sound great, especially once you…
New Research: HRT use was linked to lower dementia risk, but timing and individual factors may matter HRT, also known as hormone replacement therapy, is used by many women to help manage symptoms during the menopause transition. Some begin treatment during perimenopause, often in their 40s, while others may consider starting it much later, after…
Bone health is rarely something we think about when we’re younger. But as we get older, it often starts to appear on our radar. We may notice we’re not quite as strong or flexible as we used to be, or hear friends and family talking about osteoporosis, arthritis, or broken bones. Think of your skeleton…
Midlife Research: New research suggests creatine may support more than strength as we age. For a long time, creatine was primarily known among athletes and people who exercised seriously to improve their performance. For non-athletes, there seemed little reason to give creatine much thought. But creatine isn’t only relevant to athletes — and its role…
A Men’s Guide to Body & Groin Sweat You shower, get dressed, leave the house — and somehow your shirt is already sticking to your back. Or maybe it’s not your back. It’s your armpits, feet, chest or that particularly inconvenient area below the belt. Sweating can be annoying, uncomfortable and sometimes downright embarrassing, but…
Menopause Research: A new study explored whether loneliness and social isolation are linked to self-reported memory and thinking difficulties during the menopause transition. Many women notice changes in memory, concentration, or mental clarity during perimenopause. While fluctuating hormones are often part of the picture, they are not the only factor that can influence brain health…