Whether your guy is well-versed in the world of hair products, shaving gadgets, and good cologne, or he struggles to remember to comb his hair daily, every guy can use a little friendly female advice when it comes to grooming. If you want to have a little influence on your husband or boyfriend's level of freshness, consider giving him a gift containing the best products—and products that he'll actually use. By setting your man up with the right tools, you can help him step up his fresh game so that he smells, looks, and feels so fresh and so clean. Here are a few non-invasive ways to help your man cultivate the ultimate male grooming kit (without making him feel high maintenance.)
Nail Care
If your man agrees to mani-pedi Wednesdays, just know that you are the envy of all women everywhere. If not, you might need to help him out when it comes to keeping his nails trimmed, avoiding hang-nails, and straying away from scraggly dragon nails. When putting together your man's grooming tool kit, pick up a nice nail care kit. The HeadBlade Groomster Manicure Set is the perfect fit for any dude who is in the bad habit of biting his nails, or never seems to have clippers. Yes, it includes the word "manicure," but never fear—the design of this kit is manly enough that he won't shy away from using it, or think he's being tricked into using "chick products."
Hair
Whether your guy has short hair or longer tresses, he'll look and feel better when they are clean, well-groomed and under control. If your man's hair is relatively "low maintenance," get him a few Kent Styling Brushes in different sizes for easy combing. An assortment of combs will leave him well prepared to tame his hair, especially when it grows out. If his hair gets wild throughout the day, a small comb like the Kent 82T Folding Pocket Comb allows him to stash it in his back pocket—and employ the oh-so-suave Danny Zuko hair-smoothing routine when appropriate.
Shaving
You might not have an expert level working knowledge of shaving products, however, having quality tools is essential when it comes to shaving. Poor instruments can lead to cuts, razor burn, and irritated skin, so if your man is skimping on his shaving tools, it might be up to you to splurge and get him what he needs. If your guy is all about an old-fashioned safety razor, consider getting him some Dovo straight razors from Vintage Blades in order to rise victorious over the five-o'clock shadow.
Hair Grooming Tools
Your man may have a little too much of a good thing when it comes to body hair. Does he have a unibrow? Too much neck hair in between haircuts? Nose or ear hair? If you are tired of pinning him down for painful eyebrow-plucking sessions, it might be time to give him the tools to do it on his own. The ACE For Men Dual Action Trimmer or a Mangroomer Essential Nose & Ear Hair Trimmer can help him control body hair, and maintain that clean-cut look you love so much. 
Skin Care
Maybe he doesn't like using lotion, but your man might start to dry out, especially during the winter. Try getting him some Dove Men's face lotion for sensitive skin—this is perfect for post-shaving, and he won't be opposed to using it since it has "men" in the title. If your man gets crackled heels in the winter, give him something like the Tweezerman G.E.A.R. 2-Sided Pumice Stone. Rubbing the rough spots during or after his shower allows him to get rid of excess calluses and dead skin.
A Monthly Subscription of Love
If your man isn't opposed to trying new products, and doesn't tend to buy products for himself, you might consider getting him a Birchbox for men—the gift that keeps on giving. This way, he can try products designed especially for men, and tailored to his preferences. Whether he likes hair products, has sensitive skin, or wants to build his cologne collection, a monthly subscription of products will provide him with a solid arsenal to stay fresh. 
If you are trying to pull your man out of a caveman phase, or you just want to open his eyes to the wonderful world of products, he'll appreciate a personalized tool kit to help him step up his fresh game.
Stay fresh. 
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