Strictly Manology

October 24, 2018 Grooming

Eye Serum vs. Eye Cream vs. Moisturizer: What’s the Difference?

The older you get, the more you need to worry about things like wrinkles, gray hairs, and getting hurt doing things that wouldn’t have bothered you as a nine-year-old (trampolines, tree climbing, running, walking, etc.). This article is meant to address under eye wrinkles and the difference between eye serum vs. eye cream vs. moisturizer. I remember being a kid and wondering what the big deal was about under eye wrinkles. Sure, I had a couple eyelid creases, but I never thought I would be affected by actual wrinkles. I also didn’t understand all of the never-ending commercials about...

October 10, 2018 Lifestyle

Grind, Grit and The Pursuit of Entrepreneurism

I originally posted this on Reddit, and it got a lot of positive feedback. I had a lot of people message me separately saying how much this post helped them take the next step in fulfilling their dreams of becoming an entrepreneur. Although it doesn’t necessary deal with men’s grooming, the deeper message is of grit, inspiration, and reaching goals. So, I thought I’d share it. Who knows, maybe it will help you too. This is a long one, sorry: I have been a longtime “lurker” on this sub. And although I haven’t commented…ever, I know I can equate...

September 24, 2018 Grooming

5 Quick Steps on How To Wash Hair for Men

Surprisingly, there is a lot of debate on how to wash hair for men. Additionally, there are a lot of nuances to consider when it comes to how often to wash hair and what type of shampoo to use. Throw in hair products, dandruff, or thinning hair, and everything becomes a confusing mess. It shouldn’t take a dissertation to write about how to wash hair for men or condition, contrary to other articles that you might have read. This is a quick, no B.S. guide on how to wash hair for men. 1. Know Your Hair Type If your...

September 9, 2018 Grooming

A Wingman For Your Face: CC Cream Tinted Face Moisturizer For Men

What is CC Cream? What is BB Cream? How Can These Tinted Face Moisturizers for Men Fix an Embarrassing Complexion? Are you self-conscious about your complexion, constantly struggling with acne, scars or dark spots on your face? Do you fear that a girl might turn you down based on how bad your skin looks? Do you want to look your best for a job interview, presentation, or “big deal”, but worry that your dark circles, oily skin, or uneven skin tone will hurt your chances? I have worried about every single one of these. I know I’m not the...

August 22, 2018 Grooming, Lifestyle, Style

Strictly Man Supply Co: Our Story

CC Cream Tinted Face Moisturizer for Men Before and After

Strictly Man Supply Co. started out as an idea in 2016, but it’s roots can be traced back to 2003, around my 13th birthday. I struggled with pretty moderate to severe acne throughout my teen years, up through college and into early adulthood. I tried every product, read several blogs, created at-home remedies, and spent hundreds of dollars trying to combat pimples. I went to dermatologists and tried topical prescription medication with little success. I grew increasingly embarrassed and self-conscious about my acne. My mom must have noticed, as she bought me a concealer stick to help hide the pimples...

August 15, 2018 Grooming

How Long Should Sideburns Be? 7 Tips for Men

How long should sideburns be is a question I often think about, especially when I am forced to regularly shave for my day job. I remember as a kid, I’d go to the barbershop, and my barber would never consult me on what I wanted when it came to my sideburns. Rather, he would just shave them straight off, leaving nothing but a horizontal, straight line, right over the top of my ear. I didn’t like how it looked, but I also did not think there were any other options at the time. Plus, I didn’t want to be...

July 27, 2018 Style

5 Basic Tips on Choosing the Proper Undershirt

5 Tips on Choosing the Proper Undershirt

Choosing the proper undershirt can be surprisingly tricky, but it’s not too difficult with a few basic tips. Although it seems mundane, a poor choice in an undershirt can severely hamper an otherwise great outfit. I try to practice what I recommend. In all honesty, I knew some basics regarding an undershirt, but I didn’t know all the tips until I wrote my last article How Many Shirt Buttons to Leave Undone?. For example, I knew that if I were to leave my collared shirt unbuttoned without a tie, I needed a V-neck undershirt, so it didn’t show. That...

July 15, 2018 Style

How Many Shirt Buttons to Leave Undone?

How many shirt buttons to leave undone is something to consider when going out without a tie. If it’s not obvious, I don’t claim to be an expert in anything really. In fact, I base most of my articles on questions that I don’t have the answers for. I figure if I have a question about something, certainly other men may have a question about it as well. How many shirt buttons to leave undone is one of those questions. So, I research. I gather sources, read articles, look at YouTube videos and collect the data. I write it...

June 21, 2018 Grooming

Best Haircut for Your Face Shape, A Men’s Guide

Have you ever asked yourself, what is my face shape, and what haircut should I get based on that face shape? If so, you are definitely not the only one. This men’s guide to the best haircut for your face shape will provide everything you need to know on how to answer that question. The first step in identifying the best haircut for your face shape is, well, figuring out your face shape. There are seven face shapes: square, oval, rectangle/oblong, round, diamond, heart, and triangle. In order to identify which face shape is yours, it is necessary to...

June 12, 2018 Style

10 Best White Sneakers for Men, a Minimalist Wardrobe Staple

I wrote an article a few months ago, Minimalist Wardrobe for Men, A Casual Guide, and people seem genuinely interested in having a simple, neutral wardrobe. I decided to write this article, 10 Best White Sneakers for Men, a Minimalist Wardrobe Staple, as a follow-up to provide more sneaker options than just the one I initially suggested. A clean, simple, versatile white sneaker for men is fundamental in a minimalist wardrobe. It can go with anything: shorts, jeans, chinos, and it go can with any color: khaki, navy, black, gray, or white. Aside from having a quality brown leather...