How You Can Feel More Confident By Guest Blogger Emily

Confidence or Cockiness: What Wins the Girl?

Many guys, unfortunately, feel like they have to put on an act when trying to impress the girl. In the early stages of flirting and dating, it’s true that there’s a bit of marketing involved. You want to come off as the interesting person that you are. But the goal is to come off as a fun, outgoing guy. Not a used car salesman!

Confidence vs. Cockiness: What’s the Difference?

Think about it. You love your job, your friends. Say there’s a hobby that you’re really passionate about, like classic cars. Naturally, you’ll talk about these things with a girl before asking her out, or on your first date. But keep in the back of your mind: am I being cocky? Or confident?

Now, guys, you might be wondering: is there a difference here? YES! Bear with me. Confidence is sexy. If you’re passionate about something, it will spark our interest. We’ll feed off of your excitement! And then there will be that little part in the back of our minds that wonders, if he’s so passionate about his hobby, and he’s sharing it with us, it must mean this same passion extends into dating!

Cockiness, on the other hand, is a huge turn off. It’s very much about the delivery! When you speak, are you trying to come off as a big shot? Are you talking about how important you are at work, or what your college GPA was? That’s an immediate cue for us to check out of the conversation. What about the tone of your voice? If you’re trying to sound flirty—or like an A-List movie star—chances are you’ll come across as a jerk. Sorry! You should aim at a more quiet kind of passion. Don’t pretend you’re the expert of everything. Be sincere and be humble. We’ll reward you with our undivided attention!

How You Can Feel More Confident

Feeling confident, especially in the early stages of dating, sometimes comes down to “faking it.” Just at first! A great way to feel confident and give off good vibes is to start with your appearance. Dress the part of a confident guy. Pay special attention to your outfit—and please don’t forget the shoes. If you’re dressed nicely for a date but you’re wearing beat up running shoes, that’s a huge turn off. Also, pay special attention to your face before that meet up. Confidence starts with a fresh face. Looking good will give her wordless cues that you’re a confident guy who takes care of himself. And that will get her interested! 

When you’re out there on the prowl, remember that in the end, it’s confidence that will spark our interest!

Masculine Men's Face Care Guide for Ultimate Shaving Guide by J Wallace

Shaving is something you’ve probably been doing since you were fifteen. But did you ever think you might be doing it wrong? Holding a sharp piece of metal to your face every morning is something that you should be careful with. You don’t want to end up looking like a horror movie victim. Here are some tips on how to get the best shave without causing major blood loss.

Pre-Shave Prep

Preparing your skin for the shave is the most important step in your morning ritual. Skin that is packed with moisture reduces friction against the blade.  Which means less irritation and a closer shave. If you shower in the morning before you shave, you already have a leg up ahead of the game. The steam from the shower softens your stubble, reducing drag on your razor. It also opens your pores. Singing in the shower is option (and for me, forbidden) but the steam is essential to a close shave. If you don’t shower in the morning, place a very warm wash cloth on your face for a few minutes. I say “very warm” because scalding hot water can be damaging to your pores.

The Art of the Shave

Now it’s time for business. When it comes to the actual tool that you use to shave, you have a few options. Do you use an electric razor or a bladed razor? If you have sensitive skin like me (I remember the breakouts I got when I first started shaving all too well…) consider switching to an electric razor. You won’t slice up your face, and they are really easy to clean and care for. If you go with a bladed razor, choose one with multiple blades. And stay away from the pink plastic razors that your girlfriend uses for her legs.

Consider shaving in the shower. You can buy cheap suction cup shower mirrors for about $10 and the steam and the water make for a smooth shave. If you use an electric razor, you will obviously have to buy a waterproof model. Pre-shave oils are unnecessary, and can even clog pores. But you should keep your skin lubricated with foam or a lotion to ensure that each blade stroke will be smooth. Always remember to use long strokes and rinse your razor often.   

Aftercare – Masculine Men’ Face Care

Your first post-shave step is to rinse off any excess foam or shaving lubricant. Use cool water since very cold water is just as bad for your pores as very hot water.

Aftershaves that make you grab your cheeks and scream (think Home Alone) are Skincare Enemy #1. You’ve just scraped off a thin layer of your skin. Why would you want to pour alcohol on it? Instead, apply a thin layer of high quality protectant (common beauty term – moisturizer) on your face. This is an important anti-aging step! Since you’ve just stripped your skin of oil, you want to make sure to moisturize and protect so your skin doesn’t crack and look dry. Also, apply a thin layer of protectant  under your eyes. They say that men age more gracefully than women, but that’s not the case if the first thing she sees is your crow’s feet.

Keep these tips in mind, and forget about those little patches of toilet paper covering the cuts of a messy shave. You face is the only one you’ve got—so treat it right.

Masculine Men's Face Care Series - Dress to Impress on the Weekends by J Wallace

The weekend isn’t an excuse for you to live in sweatpants and not shower. As tempting as that might be! Sure, you’ve been a slave to dress shoes and a tie for the workweek. But you can still look great on the weekends, and impress the ladies, without sacrificing comfort.

Start with your face – Masculine Men’s Face Care

Your face is the first thing people will see. So when it comes to looking your best, even on the weekends, take care of it! You have a little leeway when it comes to grooming on the weekends. You can probably skip shaving. That is, as long as you look a little rugged, and not like a mountain man. A little stubble can be appealing for women. But don’t neglect washing your face! Wash with a cleaner (common beauty term – cleanser) and then apply a thin layer of protectant (common beauty term – moisturizer) to your skin. This will help you avoid dull, greasy looking skin. If you’ll be out in the sun for a while, remember sun block. If you have a late night out ahead of you, don’t skip these steps! Your face will thank you.

Rethink your Wardrobe

Nothing turns off a woman more than a man looking like a slob. That’s not to say that you have to spend an hour picking out an outfit if you are just going to the coffee shop for a quick jolt, or meeting friends for a few drinks. But you should spend a few quick minutes making sure you are well put together. Keep a few of these tips in mind.

Throw out that college sweatshirt! If you are out of college (even worse in you are in your forties…) don’t wear that hooded sweatshirt out in public. It’s great for an afternoon of watching the game at your place with the guys. But nothing says you are trying to recapture the glory days of college like walking around with your Alma Mater branded across your chest. Granted, I’ve been guilty of this in the past, but never again!

There are a couple of ways to be more age-appropriate, while still looking good. In the warmer months, definitely forget about those baggy cargo shorts. You are not a frat boy smuggling beers in those pockets anymore! Stick with chino or khaki shorts that are more tailored, and a little shorter. You don’t need your shorts hanging down to your ankles. In the cooler months, forget about that old pair of jeans. Choose jeans that are darker and slimmer, but will still give you plenty of room to move.

Remember the Shoes

Don’t forget about your feet on the weekends. Sure, your barking dogs need a welcome break from confining dress shoes or work boots. There’s nothing wrong with sneakers. Just make sure they are clean! Nothing brings down a nice outfit like a pair of muddy, destroyed sneakers. Boat shoes are also a comfortable alternative to sneakers and pair well with jeans. If you have to wear sandals, do yourself a favor. You don’t need a pedicure (I have never honestly felt comfortable enough to get one) but make sure your toenails look presentable. There are few things more embarrassing than a woman noticing your long, dirty toenails!

With a little effort, you can look your best even on the weekends. So throw away those sweats, give yourself a quick once-over in the mirror before you go out, and you’ll be on your way to impressing the ladies! And who knows, you might find yourself with a few phone numbers at the end of the weekend!

Artist Hey Easy Listening Masculine Face Care War Jingle by

Numer Three among many cute rally songs from many singers presented to you by FaceLube, Home of Ultra Masculine Anti-Aging Care for a Macho Man. FaceLube is Ultimate High-End Men’s Skin Care for a Real Man with everything he needs, nothing he doesn’t.
Guitarist Hey’s Lovely Version of “Face Lube – I Want To Be Myself”.
Lyrics of this sweet rally ditty:
I wanna be myself. I needa be myself. I gonna be myself. Don’t wanna smell like no rose garden. Don’t wanna prance around in some stupid shopping mall, Don’t wanna search around for stuff meant for no woman, For me it’s FaceLube or nothin’ at all. Cause I’m a man’s man and you gotta respect that, And I been a man’s man e’er since I did crawl, So if you wanna show me the respect that I need, Give me FaceLube or nothing’ at all. I ain’t into those girly little face creams, And you can stick those ointments where’s no sun at all, ‘Cause there’s only one masculine face care brand That’s truly built for a man And that’s FaceLube – or nothin’ at all!
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Capt. J Wallace Guest Blogging on Masculine Men's Face Care and Anti-Aging Care

Hi. My name is J. Wallace. Let me introduce myself a little bit. I am like most macho guys that like to keep busy. I work very hard and I think I am entitled to play hard. I work in a very competitive industry and I'm always on the go to meeting new people. I try staying in shape by going for long runs or doing laps in the pool. My family is very important to me and I always take good care of them first. In addition, I'm definitely not afraid of getting my hands dirty. I share home cave with a classic beauty that is hands-off to everyone but me. She's in a class by herself and Detroit just don't make them like they used to. This is in addition to my family ride of course. I'm a social guy and quite popular among friends. My fridge is always well stocked, so my friends are always coming over to my place.




With so much going on all the time, my lady (the human love of my life) mentioned (with the best of intentions) that it might be time to start a face care program (actually, she said 'skin care routine' which made me cringe). I've been using soap and water all my life and I thought that was enough. But looking good is very important, even to a masculine guy like me. So I wanted to surprise my lady and that's when I started to look for men's skin care products.


And guess what? You can't imagine the trouble I went through finding something for a man's man! If I'm going to do this, I'm going to do it right. I don't want junk on my face. The men's skin care section at the drug store didn't offer much. And there is no way I'm using women's skin cream, I don't care what kind of claims they make on the package. Then I went to the one of those well known department store. That was a huge mistake. There was a lot of pressure to buy stuff that I wasn't sold on and they weren't cheap either. I can see that quality may equal more money, but the atmosphere was very intimidating for me. I don't understand how women put up with it. I tried looking on-line after that, but with millions of search results to go through, I gave up. Besides, if I'm going to buy something that personal (this is my hide), I want to see it and I want it in my hands before I shell out money for it.


The whole experience was very negative and I was fed up! It felt like masculinity just wasn't respected and that the beauty industry just don't get it.


Thanks to my lady, I got started on a face care routine, but I wasn't happy about it. She did the shopping and sorting through for me. It worked and people around me were starting to notice a difference. But I had new problems. I wasn't proud about the skin care routine my lady put me on and I didn't want to discuss it. I'm a man's man and I want to keep it that way. So I just told them I'm exercising more and discovering my inner fountain of youth. And I made sure I put all my skin care stuff away before the guys come over. My lady is sworn to secrecy, but she knows how to use it to her advantage. Honey - can we try that new restaurant Friday night? You know, your buddy Mike's wife and I were talking about his big interview coming up and maybe I could help her pick out some eye cream and moisturizer for him this weekend. To which I always replied, no problem babe, Saturday night it is.


When I discovered Ms. Chen's Why the Beauty Industry Hates Men series, it made so much sense. Ms. Chen got guts going after the billion dollar beauty industry and obviouly she knows what she's talking about. I know it through personal experience. I was so intrigued about her insight on men's skin care and marketing I contacted the company to see if I could get my hands on some FaceLube.


The Face Lube people there were very responsive and now I am a BIG fan! The FaceLube Three Step System for Masculine Face Care is easy to use and perfect for an ultra-masculine man like me. And I don't have to hide it from the guys anymore. My lady looked at it too and she's amazed at the value I got for my money! She said that it's a very, very high-end kit that (if it were for women) would cost an arm and a leg at fancy department stores. The old stuff my lady picked out for me did their job, but FaceLube is far superior in every way!


So that's my story and that's why I started blogging. And I have permission from Facelube to use the cool logo on my blog. It's time for the beauty industry to respect masculinity, it's time for the beauty industry to take men seriously and change the way they do business with masculine men like me!

Funny Face Lube Vocal by Singer JoeDoe

#2 among  many battle jingles from many musicians presented to you by FaceLube, Home of Ultra Masculine Face Care for a Real Man.
FaceLube is Ultra High-End Men’s Face Care for a Man’s Man with everything he needs, nothing he doesn’t.

Artist JoeDoe’s Funny Version of “Give Me Face Lube or Nothin’ at All”.

Lyrics of the rally vocal: 

Don’t wanna smell like no rose garden. Don’t wanna prance around in some stupid shopping mall, Don’t wanna search around for stuff meant for no woman, For me it’s FaceLube or nothin’ at all. Cause I’m a man’s man and you gotta respect that, And I been a man’s man e’er since I did crawl, So if you wanna show me the respect that I need, Give me FaceLube or nothing’ at all. I ain’t into those girly little face creams, And you can stick those ointments where’s no sun at all, ‘Cause there’s only one masculine face care brand That’s truly built for a man And that’s FaceLube – or nothin’ at all!
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