JamesG
06-12-2014, 01:12 PM
I have permission from one of my club scene buddies to pass this along.
The blog itself is very sexual in nature so I won't be posting it. You can PM me if you want it.
In my many years of performing in the drag scene I have had many people coming up to me and asking me what I do to make myself look so good. I've also had women asking me for tips on how to shape up their boyfriends/husbands.
So for the young and old, married/single, gay, straight, or bi guys out there - here are my tips on making you all look fabulous!
Skin:
Take care of your skin. Use good cleansers, use alpha-hydroxy wipes to break down sebaceous filaments (those tiny-black heads) and moisturize.
Eyebrows:
Groom your eyebrows. Pluck lightly under and above and in-between to get rid off all those stray hairs.
Don’t shape your eyebrows (that’s feminine), just clean around the natural shape of your eyebrows so that they look sharp and defined.
Teeth:
I think this should go without saying, but take special care of your teeth. Brushing and flossing can get rid of that nasty yellow look and keep your breath fresh.
Make it pleasant for the girls (or guys) to get close to you.
Head Hair:
Get a good hair cut. You can either have a good old school barber or go to a salon.
If you insist on longer hair, make sure to shampoo and conditioner it regularly to avoid that greasy look. Also, keep it neatly trimmed!
For balding men, either shave it off completely or keep it short and neat.
Buy a quality shampoo and conditioner suited for your hair-style. You want compliments on your hair? Good hair cut = good hair products.
Neck:
Shave the back of the neck! Do not wait for your next haircut appointment!
A simple pass over the area in the shower once or twice a week will keep it looking neat.
Facial Hair:
Know how to manage your facial hair. Either shave it completely clean or trim it right.
Unkempt facial hair is hideous. Keep your upper cheeks and neck clean.
Hands/Nails:
Most guys have disgusting hands. Moisturize your hands, clip and properly shape your nails, clean under your nails, push your cuticles back and polish them once a week.
There is nothing shameful about going to nail salons. Most nail salon staff know how awkward it is for men to be there and will service them more quickly.
Feet:
While we're on the subject of nails, take care of your feet! Most men do not take care of their feet and they stink.
Keep a pumice stone or similar tool in the shower and use it to rub the dead skin off your feet a few times a week (or every shower, really). You’ll be absolutely revolted at how much dead skin comes off.
The same care given to your fingernails should also go towards your toenails. The more you exfoliate and clean your feet, the less nasty they’ll be.
Shoes:
And while we're on the feet subject... learn how to properly take care of your shoes. Don’t wear the same pair of dress shoes to work every day until they disintegrate. They’ll smell and never air out properly.
Buy a few pairs and rotate them. You might not care about shoes, but people do notice.
Style:
Buy clothes that fit. Get clothes in the right size and your suits tailored.
Have a scent. Don’t wear some cheap body spray like a high school boy. Whether your signature scent is the aftershave you use or a cologne doesn’t matter. Have a heavier winter scent and a lighter summer scent. Experiment until you find one that works well with your body chemistry.
Stand up straight. Shoulders back, gaze level, etc. People with good posture and a strong gaze dominant the room.
I am very content with this being my contribution for mankind.
I hardly spend anymore time on my daily grooming than your average guy… I just do it more efficiently. Just get in the habit of taking care of yourself. Switch from a bar of soap to a quality facial cleanser. When you’re looking in the mirror while you’re brushing your teeth and you notice a stray hair on your brow or ear, pluck it out.
When you’re in the shower scrub the nasty callouses off your feet. When you’re shopping for clothes, find something that fits and flatters you.
All those little changes add up.
The blog itself is very sexual in nature so I won't be posting it. You can PM me if you want it.
In my many years of performing in the drag scene I have had many people coming up to me and asking me what I do to make myself look so good. I've also had women asking me for tips on how to shape up their boyfriends/husbands.
So for the young and old, married/single, gay, straight, or bi guys out there - here are my tips on making you all look fabulous!
Skin:
Take care of your skin. Use good cleansers, use alpha-hydroxy wipes to break down sebaceous filaments (those tiny-black heads) and moisturize.
Eyebrows:
Groom your eyebrows. Pluck lightly under and above and in-between to get rid off all those stray hairs.
Don’t shape your eyebrows (that’s feminine), just clean around the natural shape of your eyebrows so that they look sharp and defined.
Teeth:
I think this should go without saying, but take special care of your teeth. Brushing and flossing can get rid of that nasty yellow look and keep your breath fresh.
Make it pleasant for the girls (or guys) to get close to you.
Head Hair:
Get a good hair cut. You can either have a good old school barber or go to a salon.
If you insist on longer hair, make sure to shampoo and conditioner it regularly to avoid that greasy look. Also, keep it neatly trimmed!
For balding men, either shave it off completely or keep it short and neat.
Buy a quality shampoo and conditioner suited for your hair-style. You want compliments on your hair? Good hair cut = good hair products.
Neck:
Shave the back of the neck! Do not wait for your next haircut appointment!
A simple pass over the area in the shower once or twice a week will keep it looking neat.
Facial Hair:
Know how to manage your facial hair. Either shave it completely clean or trim it right.
Unkempt facial hair is hideous. Keep your upper cheeks and neck clean.
Hands/Nails:
Most guys have disgusting hands. Moisturize your hands, clip and properly shape your nails, clean under your nails, push your cuticles back and polish them once a week.
There is nothing shameful about going to nail salons. Most nail salon staff know how awkward it is for men to be there and will service them more quickly.
Feet:
While we're on the subject of nails, take care of your feet! Most men do not take care of their feet and they stink.
Keep a pumice stone or similar tool in the shower and use it to rub the dead skin off your feet a few times a week (or every shower, really). You’ll be absolutely revolted at how much dead skin comes off.
The same care given to your fingernails should also go towards your toenails. The more you exfoliate and clean your feet, the less nasty they’ll be.
Shoes:
And while we're on the feet subject... learn how to properly take care of your shoes. Don’t wear the same pair of dress shoes to work every day until they disintegrate. They’ll smell and never air out properly.
Buy a few pairs and rotate them. You might not care about shoes, but people do notice.
Style:
Buy clothes that fit. Get clothes in the right size and your suits tailored.
Have a scent. Don’t wear some cheap body spray like a high school boy. Whether your signature scent is the aftershave you use or a cologne doesn’t matter. Have a heavier winter scent and a lighter summer scent. Experiment until you find one that works well with your body chemistry.
Stand up straight. Shoulders back, gaze level, etc. People with good posture and a strong gaze dominant the room.
I am very content with this being my contribution for mankind.
I hardly spend anymore time on my daily grooming than your average guy… I just do it more efficiently. Just get in the habit of taking care of yourself. Switch from a bar of soap to a quality facial cleanser. When you’re looking in the mirror while you’re brushing your teeth and you notice a stray hair on your brow or ear, pluck it out.
When you’re in the shower scrub the nasty callouses off your feet. When you’re shopping for clothes, find something that fits and flatters you.
All those little changes add up.