A good grooming routine should make life easier, not add another long list of things to remember.
Most men do not need a bathroom shelf full of products. They need a few reliable ones that suit their hair, beard, skin and the way they actually get ready in the morning. The right shampoo, beard product or styling cream can make your hair easier to manage, your beard feel softer, and your finished style look more like you meant it.
At Stonehills Hair, we stock men’s grooming products from professional brands including Davines, Moroccanoil, Kérastase, Viviscal and R+Co. The aim is not to push one routine for everyone. It is to help you choose products that fit your hair type, haircut, beard, scalp and lifestyle.
Whether you want a cleaner wash, a softer beard, better control, more texture or support for thinning hair, here is how to build a simple men’s grooming routine that actually works.
Good styling starts with clean hair. If your hair is weighed down with old product, oil or build-up, even the best styling paste or clay will struggle to do its job.
A professional shampoo or wash can make a noticeable difference because it is chosen for the hair and scalp, not just for convenience. If your hair feels greasy quickly, looks flat or never quite styles properly, your cleanse is a good place to start.
For a simple all-in-one option, Davines Pasta & Love Hair, Beard & Body Wash is a practical choice. It works well for men who want fewer products in the shower but still want something that feels considered and professional.
If your hair needs a deeper refresh, Oribe The Cleanse Clarifying Shampoo can help lift build-up and leave the hair feeling cleaner and lighter. This can be useful if you use wax, clay, pomade, gel or hairspray regularly and feel like your hair is not washing as cleanly as it used to.
For men noticing weaker-feeling or thinning hair, the Kérastase Genesis Homme range can also be worth looking at as part of a more targeted routine.
A beard care routine does not need to be complicated. If you have facial hair, the main things to think about are cleanliness, softness and comfort.
Beards can become dry, coarse or itchy, especially if the skin underneath is not getting enough care. This does not always mean you need to trim it shorter. Sometimes the beard just needs the right product to soften the hair and support the skin underneath.
Davines Pasta & Love Pre-Shaving & Beard Oil is a useful product if your beard feels dry or rough, or if you want to soften the hair before shaving. Beard oil can help make facial hair feel more comfortable and easier to shape, while adding a more polished finish.
If you shave or like to keep your beard edges tidy, Davines Pasta & Love Softening Shaving Gel can help create a smoother shave and neater-looking lines. This is especially useful around the neck, cheeks or areas where you want more control.
For shorter beards, focus on keeping the shape clean and the hair comfortable. For longer beards, softness and control become more important. Either way, beard care works best when it is easy enough to keep up with.
This is where a lot of men get stuck. There are so many men’s hair styling products available now, from pastes and clays to creams, fibres, gels and sprays, that it can be hard to know where to start.
The easiest way is to choose by finish.
If you want a natural everyday style, a paste is usually a good place to begin. Davines Pasta & Love Styling Paste is designed for easy styling, giving shape and control without making the hair feel too stiff or overdone.
For a matte, more textured finish, Moroccanoil Texture Clay can work well, especially on shorter styles, crops, fades or hair that needs more control. Clay is often a good choice if you want shape without shine.
R+Co Bleu styling products can also be useful depending on the look you want, whether that is texture, volume, hold or a softer finish. The best choice depends on your haircut, hair type and how much control you like.
In the salon, we often see men using more product to try to fix the wrong product. If your hair looks greasy, flat, crunchy or difficult to restyle, it may not need more hold. It may just need a different finish.
Fine hair usually needs lighter products. Heavy waxes, thick pomades or too much cream can make fine hair look flat or greasy quite quickly. A lighter paste, fibre cream or texture product can help add shape without weighing the hair down.
Thick hair often needs more control. Clay, paste or stronger styling products can help keep the shape in place and stop the hair feeling too loose or fluffy.
Curly or wavy hair usually benefits from products that support shape without making the hair feel hard. Creams and softer styling products can help reduce frizz while keeping the hair looking natural.
Short crops, fades, quiffs, longer styles and textured cuts all need slightly different support. A good product is not always the right product for every haircut, so it is worth choosing based on how you want the hair to sit.
Hair can change over time. Some men notice their hair feels finer, weaker or less dense than it used to. Others notice changes around the hairline, crown or parting.
If this sounds familiar, the answer is usually not to panic-buy lots of products. Start with the basics: a good cleanse, lightweight support at the scalp and styling products that do not weigh the hair down.
Kérastase Genesis Homme Serum can be a useful option for men who want to support hair that feels weaker or more fragile. Used as part of a consistent routine, it can help the scalp and hair feel better cared for.
Viviscal Professional may also be worth considering if you want to support healthy hair growth from within. Like any supplement, it works best when used consistently and alongside a sensible haircare routine.
If your hair loss feels sudden, patchy, heavy or is worrying you, it is always best to speak to a GP, dermatologist or qualified healthcare professional. From a salon perspective, we can help with the cosmetic and product side: how the hair feels, how it styles and which products may help it look fuller and more manageable day to day.
A good routine does not need ten steps. For most men, it can be as simple as this:
Start with a proper cleanse. Use a shampoo or wash that suits your hair, scalp and beard. Clean hair is easier to style and usually looks fresher for longer.
If you have facial hair, use a beard oil or shaving gel where needed. This helps keep the beard softer, neater and more comfortable.
Choose one styling product that suits your haircut. Paste, fibre cream, clay, pomade or texture spray can all work well, but the right one depends on your hair type and the finish you want.
Support the scalp if your hair feels thinner or weaker. Lightweight scalp products, suitable shampoo and the right styling products can help the hair feel more confident without weighing it down.
Ask for advice if your current routine is not working. Sometimes one small product change makes everything easier.
Men’s grooming should feel straightforward. You should know what each product is doing and why it is in your routine.
At Stonehills Hair, we can help you choose men’s grooming products based on your hair type, beard, haircut, scalp and styling habits. You might need a simple wash and paste. You might need a beard oil and clay. You might need support for thinning hair or a lighter product that stops your hair looking greasy.
The right routine is the one you will actually use.
Explore our Men’s Hair & Grooming range for professional men’s hair products, beard care and styling products, or speak to our team for friendly advice. You can also ask us in salon if you would like help choosing products that suit your hair, beard and everyday routine.
Start by keeping the beard clean, then use a beard oil to soften facial hair and support the skin underneath. If you shave or shape the edges, a shaving gel can help create a smoother finish and cleaner lines.
Products for thinning hair in men may include lightweight shampoos, scalp serums, thickening products and supplements such as Viviscal Professional. Kérastase Genesis Homme products can also support hair that feels weaker or less dense. If hair loss is sudden or concerning, speak to a healthcare professional.
Professional men’s grooming products can be worth it because they are often more targeted and easier to match to your hair type, beard and styling routine. The right product can help you use less, get a better result and make your routine simpler.
Get in touch with our expert team in Welwyn Garden City for luxury, in-salon hair services.
