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This week we’re looking at five new things to introduce to your grooming routine.

From beard oils that will make the rest of East London feel like dry lacklustre hobbits in comparison, to shaving cream that’s incredible but you won’t ever want to use because it’s so cute on your sink, here’s some of our top picks.

Le Labo beard oil – Shop now

This plant-based oil is light and fresh making it the perfect thing to add to your skincare routine for summer. The moisturising properties will enrich the skin beneath your beard too so you won’t have to worry about being a dry flaky mess if you decide to trim down for the sunshine. Plus the bottle is v chic for the side of your sink.

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud eau de parfum – Shop now

Described as being ‘between the fine grained sand of the desert dunes, the fragrant harmattan wind and the star studded night an opulent Arabian perfume born from a western sensitivity’ the scent has a lot to live up to. The blend of patchouli, oud and cedar wood does not disappoint.

Clinque for Men maximum hydrator water-gel at House of Fraser – Shop now

Small enough to fit in your briefcase, this gel concentrate from Clinique is the perfect hydrator for on-the-go. The instantly absorbing formula means that you won’t be left with a shiny, oily residue.

Claus Porto spiced citrus shaving cream – Shop now

Spring is the perfect time to up your grooming routine, so why not inject a bit of luxury into your shaving routine with the Claus Porto shaving cream? Not only is it totes Instgrammable (obvs the only thing that matters), but it foams into a rich lather and leaves skin feeling hella soft.

Tom Ford oud wood shower gel – Shop now

It’s literally the closest you will ever get to being in the shower with Tom Ford. Still super chic, though.

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