Welcome to The Colonel's Journal Podcast where we dive into the art of grooming, style, and self-care for the modern man. From mastering the perfect shave to uncovering style secrets and exploring unique insights on life, this show covers everything you need to look and feel your best. We’ll be taking you through expert tips on hair care, beard styles, and skincare routines, alongside fascinating explorations of culture, hea ...
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This article from The Bearded Colonel focuses on the often overlooked importance of sideburns in men's grooming. It provides a comprehensive guide covering their role in facial aesthetics, different styles, how to grow and trim them effectively, and tips for maintaining a neat and polished look. From classic short sideburns to bold mutton chops, the guide emphasizes how sideburns can enhance one's overall appearance by complementing and balancing facial features.
We discuss insights into how men's body language can reveal their true feelings. It explores five common habits, including posture, handshake, eye contact, crossing arms, and touching the face, and how these non-verbal cues can signal confidence, trustworthiness, or defensiveness. While acknowledging that body language is not an exact science, the author encourages readers to pay attention to these subtle cues to gain a better understanding of the people around them.
We provide a humorous and informative guide on how to make yourself burp. We begin by explaining the physiological reasons behind burping, and then dives into a variety of methods for inducing a burp, ranging from drinking carbonated beverages to the slightly more extreme "finger" technique. We encourage listeners to try these methods to relieve bloating and abdominal pain, but also advise seeking professional medical advice before taking any acid reflux medication. Finally, we conclude with a message of support for those who struggle with burping, pointing towards the r/NoBurps subreddit for community and advice.
A comprehensive guide to sea salt spray for hair. We explore how the spray works, its benefits and potential drawbacks, proper usage techniques, and the best hair types for its use. We also addresses concerns about potential dryness and over-use, while emphasizing the importance of balancing sea salt spray with proper hair hydration routines.
We discuss the age-old debate of shaving with or against the grain. We argue that shaving with the grain is the most comfortable option as it reduces the risk of irritation, bumps, and razor burn. Shaving against the grain, while providing a closer shave, can lead to ingrown hairs and uncomfortable redness. We then provides practical tips on how to achieve a close shave with the grain by using a single-blade razor, preparing the skin with warm water and shaving oil, and applying aftershave to soothe the skin. Ultimately, we emphasise that the best shaving method is the one that suits individual preferences and promotes healthy skin.