Men’s grooming brand The Bluebeards Revenge has teamed up with the British Barbers’ Association to put together a round-up of the biggest facial hair trends for 2016, and surprisingly, this time its no longer ALL about the beard.

It seems that claiming ‘Peak Beard’ had been reached back in 2014 may have been a little hasty, with stylish facial fuzz continuing to dominate in the men’s style stakes throughout 2015 – but with the new year now in full swing, it may be time to reconsider your current look. Whether you rock the full beard with pride or have – incredibly -yet to experiment with the unshaven look at all.

Moustache

First up, Movember may be long gone, but the mighty moustache is here to stay. Anyone who has actively shunned the beard in recent years will be pleased to learn that there is a new alternative, while those already sporting a proud facial mop can add an upper lip accent for a fresh new look to coincide with the new year.

To get one, patience is key – allow it to grow for a good few months, and avoid trimming above the lip until you are satisfied with the length. While you are waiting, be sure to comb through regularly, training the hairs outwards either side of your philtrum. Style with a little bit of moustache wax, twisting upwards and outwards, and you’re good to go.

Sideburns

Mutton chops, side slugs – whatever you call them, sideburns are due a moment in 2016, and while you may have assumed that this was a look left firmly in the past, like most trends, it has come full circle. Very much a part of the full-bearded trend, this time, the lambchop is going solo, so if you’re all about making a statement then it may be time to take a razor to the rest of it and say goodbye to the hair on your chin. Championed by the likes of Elvis Presley, Tom Jones and – more recently – Bradley Wiggins, sideburns are set to be huge – although never quite as huge as those infamously sported by the legend, George Best.

Stubble

Not all men are blessed in the facial hair department, and those who have spent the past three years trying desperately to reach full-bearded status will be relieved to hear that designer stubble is tipped for big things in 2016. Not only is it the perfect choice for the follicly challenged, but it’s also a great option for those who frankly can’t be bothered with the daily shave.

That said, some maintenance will be required. Allow hairs to grow until itchy, then follow the natural lines created by your features to create your perfect shape, wet shaving any areas that do not fit the template with a good quality razor and creating clean lines along the edges. If you already have a particularly chiselled face then you might prefer to fade or taper your stubble rather than creating a defined outline, as this will make for a slightly softer look.

The tight beard

Keen to keep up with the beard trend but need to stay neat and tidy for work? Then the tight beard is set to be your best friend for 2016. This style keeps the keeps the facial hair trimmed short for a well-groomed look. That is well within the bounds of facial symmetry. Set your trimmer to a setting of 2-3 millimetre, and trim evenly all over, then wet shave the surrounding areas, creating sharp, well-defined edges as you go.

A shorter take on the long beard shape

Long beards aren’t for everyone, and if not well cared for they can look downright scraggy. To bring the trend up to date, try a shorter take on the style.

This version of the beard follows the shape of the face, with sharp, groomed lines which contrast with the slightly more unpredictable growth below. The bottom of the beard should line up a couple of inches below the chin, while the hair beneath the chin and towards the neck should be left in place to add to the overall fullness.

Amara, the luxury style and interiors E and retailer have branched out into another room of the home, this time the bathroom, no not taps or tubs but a very well curated collection of niche and premium mens grooming products. Yes, this from brand more known for stocking interior brands from Alessio to Zaha Hadid, but trust us this is well worth checking out.

Initially starting life as an interior design business and has always been about bringing designer style and expert knowledge into every home. Created by husband and wife team, Andrew and Sam Hood, the company has utilised their combined strengths from the very beginning. Sam’s career in retail fashion nurtured her innate talent for styling and staying ahead of the trends, and she found her calling in interiors after project managing her own home renovation. Andrew’s business know-how and acumen come from spending over twenty years as Head of Equity Trading at a large US investment bank until 2004.

For this latest brand extension, Amara have gathered together the perfect products to help you look and feel your best. From kits to make sure your beard is on top form, to facial moisturisers keeping your game face strong. They have sourced a collection of premium and artisan brands that sit perfectly among the Amara home, including Triumph & Disaster, Men’s Society, Bamford and Portland England. So remember whether your playing the field or trying to make a good first impression, it’s the small, subtle details that count when it comes to men’s grooming.

The Men’s grooming is changing and growing at break neck speed, real creativity also takes pride of place when it comes to choosing, using and enjoying male grooming products with inspired and natural originality. ManCave as a grooming brand believe affordability and being easily accessible should go hand in hand. It stands for premium performance with natural products. The brand’s ethos is based upon producing a performance led natural products that are suited to every man’s everyday grooming needs and wants.

Founded in 2010 the range caters for both the mass and prestige consumer, offering a grooming range offering natural performing products with accessible, premium branding. The range consists of ethical products and contains no parabens, sulphates or aluminium.

The Mancave range is divided into Skincare, Haircare, Body and Shaving with items including: ManCave’s Lemon & Oak Shower Gel which combines Lemon oil, Vetiver and Bergamot to uplift, ManCave’s Natural ShaveGel which features a unique built-in Pre-Shave performance with Meadowfoam Seed & Tea Tree oil to give a closer premium shaving experience, and ManCave’s innovative natural hydrating facial moisturiser, enriched with bioactives and UV absorbers to create a soothing easily absorbed formula.

The renewal of the CARVEN menswear collection started at the beginning of 2015 with the arrival of creative director Barnabé Hardy. For his début collection, Hardy reinvented the classics,  including a complete and functional wardrobe that can be worn from dawn till dusk. The soft lines and rounded shapes are his homage to the C in the CARVEN logo. The collection is completed with an evening wardrobe through a reinterpretation of the tuxedo and a pleat-fronted shirt. The CARVEN male has undoubtedly grown into a man.

CARVEN PARFUMS is now introducing a new perfume into its men’s fragrance range with a scent as intriguing as its name, L’Eau Instense. It is characterised by fresh notes of mint, Italian lemon and grapefruit, followed by a gradual build-up with hints of birch leaves and lavender, before drawing its real power and intensity from a bouquet of ginger, cardamom, cedarwood and ambery woods.

The unmistakably masculine, sturdy, pure and perfectly defined shape of the bottles is universally popular, one of which is all dressed in lacquered finish. The front side of the bottle is optical white with the pattern of an imaginary shirt and transparent sides. In addition, its matte grey case is threaded with shiny metallic silver.

Next week sees the launch of The Grooming Station pop-up at St Pancras International Station. Showcasing the crème de la crème in men’s skincare and hair-styling, this eight week residency at London’s landmark commuter and retail hub will offer products and services by some of the leading names in male grooming, the likes of Bumble and bumble, Clinique For Men, LAB SERIES Skincare For Men and Origins For Men.

In its very first incarnation, this dedicated men’s space invites weary commuters to troubleshoot their skin and hair-care woes with the help of expert groomers and stylists who will be on hand seven, yes seven, days a week offering a 5-10 minute Consultations in  “Freshen-Up” Skincare and a 5-10 minute “Tidy Up” Haircare.

For commuters with no time to cleanse and treat tired skin, Clinique For Men, with their customised approach to men’s skincare will demonstrate the very best in grooming tools and know-how with their innovative Clinique for Men Sonic Brush and Skin Diagnostic tool.

Plus, for those seeking a re-energising boost with instant benefits, the technology-packed LAB SERIES AGE RESCUE+ Water-Charged Gel Cream is the ultimate quencher for thirsty skin and part of a high-tech product suite designed to transform your skin’s appearance.

Now if you Detoxed for Jan but forgotten to detox skin? Origins will be offering detoxifying skin consultations featuring the brand’s bestselling Clear Improvement Active Charcoal Mask. Powered by Active Charcoal (the season’s hottest skincare ingredient), the detoxifying mask acts like a magnet to draw out pore-cloggers clearing the way for skin to act its best. Plus, as an added bonus, Origins will be giving away a free charcoal juice from Maple and Fitz with every consultation! Mmmmmmmm.

If that wasn’t enough, Über cool, New York hair brand Bumble and bumble will treat you to a “Tidy Up” hair consultation, a quick fix dry style that will make sure that you. Don’t like wax, pastes or hair creme? Let the Bumble and bumble stylists introduce you to Sumotech – a moulding compound that’s a combination of all three (and a marvel of modern technology). So if your thinking of a promotion, once these guys have finished with you, wouldn’t be a bad time to go for it !

Not only a one-stop-shop for services and your favourite grooming products, The Grooming Station will be partnering with some of London’s finest tradesmen, offering guest services in shoe shining and barbering from Oliver Sweeney and Manifesto as well as revitalising and invigorating pick me ups from OHAYO and Sipsmith.