Gentlemen’s Tonic, Bruton St, London

Nestled away in the heart of London’s Mayfair, Gentlemen’s Tonic offers a complete range of male beauty and maintenance treatments. Try the 30 min express facial for a quick re-fresh.

The Peak Health Club & Spa, Jumeirah Carlton Tower, Knightsbridge, London

A haven of all things health located in the super-stylish Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel, Knightsbridge. Try the Ytsara Massage for complete relaxation and lymphatic detox.

Murdock @ Liberty, London

A celebration of masculinity. Murdock London is conveniently located in the basement of leading London department store, Liberty. Stop by for a traditional wet shave or to have your locks trimmed.

Ajala Spa, The Grange Hotel St Paul’s.

Right in the heart of one of the world’s busiest financial districts, Ajala Spa brings relaxation to new heights. Using Karin Herzog oxygenated products for complete regeneration.

Nickel Spa, Covent Garden, London

Using the famous French men’s grooming collection, Nickel, Nickel Spa is uber masculine and delivers targeted treatments for the modern dandy.

“Shave after showering, avoid electric razors and finish with a good moisturiser are just 3 of the expert tips from the male grooming crackerjack behind a whole new generation of macho pampering.”

International hair styling superstar, Nicky Clarke OBE, has become a household name throughout the land. A talent which attracts the most select clientele and a reputation worth its weight in gold are just two hallmarks from the hair dresser’s list of highly admired attributes.

Having been previously heavily associated with the female market, Nicky has decided to pave a whole new path through the world of male grooming. In keeping with the brands’ systemic approach, Nicky has enlisted the help of male grooming expert and stylist to the stars, Kelly Simpkin, to ensure the successful launch of a whole new male grooming era. Simpkin has worked within the brand for the past 7 years, serving her talents to some of the most famous faces in the UK and her enthusiasm for the male grooming market is not to be underestimated.

The Grooming Vault has occupied a previously redundant space within Nicky’s flagship salon, Berkeley Square, Mayfair, London. The cosy, ‘cave like’ room has been decked out in the most masculine manner and is truly a celebration of all things blokey. Vintage razors rest alongside shaving vessels of a bygone age to reflect the typical british gent who, historically, has always taken great pride in his appearance. The area is totally private making discretion the heartbeat of the operation and inviting the most uncommon clientele, making them feel totally at home.

Haircuts, wet-shaves and hot towel facials are just some of the luxury services offered in The Grooming Vault. Kelly’s ethos bleeds versatility, you call the shots, she’ll come up with the goods.

A resounding 5 star accreditation has to be awarded to this undeniably amazing concept. Keep your eyes peeled for a new name in male grooming who is, without a doubt, going to change the male pampering market beyond recognition.

nickyclarke.com

The A-List Facial was created by therapist to the stars, Nuz Shugaa. Nuz has a client list which reads like the guest list to the Oscars so when I was invited to review her latest treatment I couldn’t refuse.

The A-List Facial was developed to help reduce the effects of the hectic A-Lister lifestyle and bring the skin back to a standard of red carpet suitability. During the treatment Nuz talked me through the products which she was using and brand names were no where to be seen (or heard). The celebrity facialist formulates powerful, organic lotions and potions to nurse the skin the way nature intended. From green tea masks to rose water toner, the A-List Facial has it all. The treatment consists of 60 minutes of pure delight, harnessing everything a man could ever want from a decent facial pampering session.

Hats off to Nuz, discretion is her greatest attribute. After corressing the faces of leading male actors, you’d expect an air of pretense to be included in the session; well you couldn’t be further from the truth. Nuz makes each and every recipient of her wonder treatment feel like a movie star themselves.

So, if you’d like your face fondled by hands which have touched the muzzles of Dominic Cooper, Luke Evans, Usher and the late Alexander McQueen get yourself down to The Beauty Lounge, Kingly Court, London to experience a facial like never before.

The A-List Facial; £250/60mins

nuzshugaa.com

Ever seen a hairstyle you really like but you just know ‘Frank,’ your back street barber, hasn’t a cat in hells chance of pulling it out of the bag?  Has intimidation ever prevented you from entering the shiny salon on the high st…..? If this sounds familiar, don’t despair, you’re really not alone. Read more →

Nuz Shugaa has a client list which reads like the guest list to the Oscars, and when Nuz invited us over to sample one of her express facials we couldn’t refuse. Nuz’s express facial for men is designed with the 21st century man in mind and has convenience at its very heart. Totally bespoke, all Nuz Shugaa’s Treatments are designed to work with the condition of the client’s skin. Nuz is one of the most experienced facialists around and she recognises that everybody’s skin it totally exclusive in terms of requirements. For this reason Nuz uses her expertise to create custom formula’s during the treatment to address your skin appropriately and target particular issues with relevant natural products including Shea Butter, Argon Oil and many more. Read more →