The Colonel’s Journal

Hair and skin

Above the neck, everything that is not the beard.

31 October 2025

Buzz Cut Styles for Men: The Looks Worth Trying

A buzz cut is a short, low-maintenance hairstyle made with clippers, where the hair is clipped very short using a guard to...

20 January 2025

Top Essential Oils for Sensitive Skin Care

If you have sensitive skin, you might be wondering whether essential oils are safe for you. The honest answer is: carefully.

20 November 2024

Taper Fade: Top Styles for Every Hair Type and Texture

The taper fade remains one of the most popular styles for men’s haircuts around the world. What is a taper fade?

29 July 2024

Sea Salt Spray For Hair: What Does It Do & Is It Good For Your Hair?

Sea salt spray has become a popular hair product among enthusiasts and professionals alike because it can turn flat, lifeless...

22 July 2024

Different Hair Types For Men: The Ultimate Guide

Knowing your hair type makes it far easier to manage and style what you’ve got.

19 July 2024

How Fast Does Hair Grow? (and How To Make It Grow Faster)

Hair grows about half an inch a month on average, but diet, stress, genetics and more all affect how fast yours grows.

17 February 2023

Top 5 Essential Oils for Radiant Skin

Essential oils have been used for centuries in skincare. Some people find they help the look and feel of their skin, though the...

1 June 2022

 The Ins and Outs of a Healthy Face and Scalp

Face and scalp health are crucial to giving you the complexion and hair growth you need to look your best.

10 April 2022

54 Men’s Hairstyles To Keep You Sharp in 2025

No offense, but we bet you can’t tell more than 10 hairstyles for men… We knew it! Feel free to scroll down and find...

18 February 2022

How To Get Thicker Hair

Relax. You’re not alone. Most adult men of a certain age have experienced The Moment.

27 September 2016

How To Pick The Perfect Pair Of Glasses

It can be a bit of an ego hit when a friend has a great pair of shades, but then you find that you just can’t pull them off.

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