Tommy Taylor (above), leading Men’s hairstylist at London’s HARE&BONE, who has been with been with the brand since its launch in December 2014 heads up Education as well as Men’s hair for the brand. He takes us though the top three men’s hair trends for Summer 2015. Having styled the hair for shoots with Shortlist Magazine, Tommy is the new face of Men’s hair, you know what I mean !
“This Spring men’s styles become much more refined (read simpler) and low maintenance. We’re seeing fewer undercuts and a return to classic barber techniques and shapes.”

Flat Pack

The fifties Flat Top makes a comeback with clean military precision lines and hedonistic height through the top. Think Val Kilmer in Top Gun with a side of De la Soul fade. Shape should be square cut with subtle movement to avoid looking too Jarhead.

“Hair needs to be flexible to avoid looking too ‘done’. Once washed spray with KMS HAIRPLAY Dry Wax in to towel dried hair and blow dry hair. Then finish with two pumps of KMS HAIRPLAY Moulding Paste, rub palms together and apply through hair to create a lived it texture with flexible hold.

Crop N Roll

If you favour simple style the crop is this seasons go to look. A refined and work appropriate look, styling is minimal, quite literally get up and go. Keep a little length on top to soften the look.           “This is the easiest look to style, simply wash and air dry then run a small amount of KMS HAIRPLAY Clay Crème through the top section to add texture and definition”

Push Back

No Parting, pushed back, low key styling. With a nod to Johnny Cash hair is worn pushed back away from the face with a subtle height. Length is longer through the sides and top with natural movement. Use KMS Hair Play Clay Crème for a strong hold matte texture. A great style if you cycle to work.
“Hold is key when it comes to this look, keep your style in place with a foundation of product – perhaps combining two products for a unique effect, not too shiny but with great hold. I would recommend combining KMS HAIRPLAY Messing Creme with HAIRPLAY Moulding Paste for maximum hols and soft texture.”

The individual and unique aroma of Incense have made it a desired commodity for over six thousand years. Through history, incense has held a spiritual role. Burnt in ritual, its smoke was believed to connect the earthly being to the divine. The Roman emperor, Nero, burned an year’s harvest at the funeral of his favourite mistress. And it was the favourite scent of the Queen of Sheba. In fact, as Master Perfumer of this scent ,Marie Salamagne notes, ‘Man has always had a special connection with incense. It is something used to find peace and energy.’

Incense & Cedrat is the new addition to Cologne Intense, a collection defined by rich and rare ingredients by Jo Malone London, yes Jo Malone do Men’s Grooming products, it’s not just for the ladies fellas. For this fragrance, Marie Salamagne, used the scent of Omani incense, the most precious in the world. Produced for over six thousand years, it is harvested from the revered Boswellia sacra tree found in a swathe of land between ocean and desert, Dhofar. The harvest is passed down through generations. Twice a year the tree is incised allowing resinous sap to seep out, dry and crystallise.

The distinctive warmth of incense is enriched by three layers of resins. Each one intensifies the character of the incense heart. The lemon and pepper notes of Elemi bring out a radiant freshness as the fragrance opens. Amber-like labdanum ciste highlights sensuality at the heart. Smooth, sweet benzoin accentuates an addictive richness at the base. As the resins unfurl, they are complemented by the brightness of cedrat. A luminous citrus twist.

If you were to ask a British consumer, what the know about the Amercian Designer Michael Kors, the likihood is t. fhey would start by discussing Michael Michael Kors, unveiled in late 2004. THe. Michael Michael Kors labels includes Womenswear, Swimwear and of course handbags leather goods, Sunglasses and of course Timepieces for both men and women. However, this maverick US designer has so much more to his repertoire than handbags and watches !

Kors began his career at the tenDer age of 19 designing and Merchandising a collection for the renowned New York boutique Lothar’s. IN  1981 THE MICHAEL KORS Brand was formed , his first women’s collection was launched at legendary department stores Bergdorf Goodman and  SAKS FIFTH AVENUE, followed by in 2002, a full mens range in response to the acclaim he received by a capsule line he launched in 1997. Since then his all his collections have never strayed from Korrs’ initial vision of stylish, luxury Amercian Sportwear.

His latest project is a new men’s Fragrance inspired by the ultimate Jetsetter. The fragrance was created with the Michael Kors man in mind—the man who is always on the move, the man who knows how to balance urban sophistication and that all important rugged style, think move Sean Connery than Ryanair. Michael Kors for Men opens with a bright, fresh topmnote of bergamot, enhanced with herbaceous tones of energising elemi,thyme and black pepper and stimulating coriander and staranise. The warmth of incense and smoothness of suede are joined by the aromatic qualities of sage, creating a unique signature. This modern, masculine scent is enriched by the earthy sensuality of patchouli, sandalwood and sleek woods, with rich musk at the fragrance’s core to capture a clean, natural essence.

May marks, Hair Loss Awareness Month and it’s a great opportunity to raise awareness around the issue of hair loss. This affects so many men, and women, that it’s important they know they are not alone. When hair is going through a crisis it’s really important to get to the bottom of the problem and then treat accordingly. Whether this is due to stress, over styling, diet or another dramatic reason, it’s best to see an expert such as a dermatologist or trichologist to diagnose the issue in order to plan the most effective next steps, AS SOON AS POSSIBLE and not to leave it, put it off or ignore it. It’s important that people understand there is something they can do about it, this is why advice, tips and details on supplementation are key to educating men. We caught we with Trisha Buller, Leading Trichologist, where she enlightened us on three key factors regarding hair loss and combating it.

Age-proof hair
“Many things, like environment, hormones, illness, and life changing circumstances, can alter your hair and influence your hairs condition, vitality and shine, but in particular the aging process can have a detrimental effect on the hair. There are actions that can be taken from the comfort of your own home to revive the ever desired youthful boost. Ensure you eat plenty of protein and maintain a balanced diet. You can also apply hair treatments weekly with gentle massage to your scalp to stimulate the blood supply to the hair follicle, encouraging healthy hair growth! For more tips and advice visit www.viviscal.co.uk/hairlosshelp or www.managinghairloss.com“

Healthy hair
“No matter what your hair style is, healthy hair is always considered the height of fashion. However the modern day lifestyle can take its toll on you and your hair. Many things, like environment, hormones, over styling & colouring, can alter your hair and influence your hairs condition, vitality and shine. Importantly, it is essential to have a regular professional maintenance programme for your hair, to maintain condition and style with cutting, colouring and treatments, To find out more about how to boost your hairs vitality, visit www.viviscal.co.uk/hairlosshelp or www.managing hairloss.com”

Stress 
“It is not surprising that stress is a cause of hair loss. So many of us now can’t avoid stress in our lives and deal with traumatic situations everyday for example; the demanding pressure from work. During these periods the pressure can have an adverse effect on our hair. Feelings of lethargy and irritability makes the body’s immune system become venerable and our nutritional intake changes due to bad diet habits during these periods, this can create fine weak dull and lifeless hair, which could result in a hair shedding. During stress our bodies are releasing chemicals that transmit messages to the hair follicles, entering them into a resting phase. This can have an effect on the normal hair growth cycle. By entering into and remaining at this resting stage for a longer period of time this will affect the density of hair, shedding of an abnormal amount of hair on a daily bases will show as you may notice wider partings and less hair in a ponytail”.

Acqua di Parma is one of those brands that just gets it right with everything they do. It’s almost like they are a benchmark for luxury. From their packaging, their products to their shopping experience, if luxury had a scent surely Acqua di Parma would have bottled it by now.

The same can be said for their latest grooming collection, following on from Colonia Oud and Colonia Leather, it continues its journey through the Middle East, Colonia draws the rich sensory footprint of Agarwood oil that brings to life the sensuous, mysterious notes of Colonia Oud – a fragrance combining the symbolic essence of the richest Arabian perfume-making traditions with the freshness of classic Italian Colonia. However, a passionate and painstaking exploration can unveil genuine treasures even closer to home, such as beautiful Tuscany, the source of inspiration for Colonia Leather, a composition that captures and combines the scent of leather with the citrus notes of Colonia. Like some tale through time with Marco Polo, along the intriguing routes of the Silk Road we travel from Venice through Damascus, Bukhara, and Samarkand – also known as the Rome of the East – to boundless China, and then far-away Madagascar, mysterious India, and the fabulous Moluccan Islands.

The primary ingredient and source of inspiration for this scent is like Perfume-making, itself, it’s a subtle art packed with secrets. One of these is ambergris. An extremely rare ingredient and an essential component of the most exquisite fragrances, ambergris is characterized by peculiar marine notes, originating from the action of the ocean and of the wind, together lulling it for many years before it is deposited on remote beaches. This new fragrance, Colonia Ambra is an unprecedented interpretation of this rare essence, skilfully combined with the typical fresh citrus notes of Colonia.

An original and elegant fragrance born from the unprecedented combination of two strongly assertive olfactory themes – the citrus notes of Colonia blended with the deep and seductive notes of ambergris. This particular Colonia deriving from a well-balanced combination of orange oil, bergamot, and petit grain. There follows a warm heart of notes then the woody accents of nagarmotha and cedar wood are blended with the delicate, yet vibrant notes of rosewood. The heart closes on the earthy and musky notes of patchouli that perfectly announce the main ingredient of the fragrance – ambergris. Here Colonia Ambra develops into a surprising base, a true first, with the introduction of ambergris tincture, a rare and precious ingredient whose intense sensual notes, enhanced by sandalwood and warmed up by soft vanilla accents, unveil the unique personality of this precious Eau de Cologne.