Ecocentricity Pangea Organics line of skin care products has a dual selling point: they are both effective in treating various skin types, as well as “green.” Pangea sells what it calls “ecocentric body care”: cleansers, scrubs, creams, toners, masks, lotions and soaps, which use only “whole organic herbal extracts and whole organic essential oils.” Pangea <... >
OleHenriksen offers a new men’s skin car kit tailored to suit the modern man’s skin care needs. Consisting of highly effective, no-fuss formulas, the products are practical and easy to use. The set features Natural Hair Wash, ideal for all hair types. It contains tropical extracts of sea kelp, kukui nut, awapuhi and orchid, which <... >
“I feel like the last Irishman in the Kitchen,” laments Jackie Flannery, Gary Oldman’s character in “State Of Grace (1990),” an overlooked crime drama about Irish mobsters on the west side of Manhattan. The film, loosely based on the book “Westies,” by T.J. English, follows Sean Penn as Terry Noonan, a former neighborhood tough kid-turned <... >
Seal the Deal The recently launched Crest Whitestrips Advanced Seal features a groundbreaking adhesive formulation that holds the whitening strips in place. You get the same superb whitening results as regular Crest whitestrips, but the way the strips adhere to your teeth makes the daily 30-minute regimen much more comfortable – you can actually hold <... >
Alford & Hoff luxury skincare for men was developed using a proprietary sirtuin-activating complex (SIR2stac Complex), the latest anti-aging breakthrough biotechnology. The line features a unique blend of antioxidants, vitamins, amino acids, minerals and sirtuin activators that help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Sirtuins (youth proteins) are proven to promote cell longevity <... >
The Super Bowl will be played on February 1, 2009 in Tampa, Florida and following that game, pro football junkies everywhere (myself included) will spend the next six months jonesing until the preseason games begin in early August. However, getting through those barren six months is a little easier with films like “The Longest Yard” <... >
Basic Black Black by Kenneth Cole, is my favorite scent in the Kenneth Cole collection. Stronger than Reaction and more dynamic than the KC Signature fragrance, Black is masculine and modern. It boasts an energetic mix of mint, lotus flower, exotic woods and sensuous musk that is both metropolitan and masculine. Retails for $50 per <... >
4VOO (pronounced “forvous”) Distinct Man skin care line from Canada produces a premium product that works with a man’s skin to provide lasting visible results. The 4VOO Ultimate Shaving Cream ($35) is an exclusive formulation that provides ultimate performance while producing the comfort and gentle shaving experience you want. After using it, skin feels soft <... >
The Sixth Scent Palio, the new men’s fragrance by Lorenzo Siena, is translated from Italian as “winner” or “prize”. It is a uniquely different scent, which combines only pure natural fragrances such as sparkling citrus with ivy greens and cool mint leaf. The cologne also includes a touch of iced lavender, jasmine with a hint <... >
Whenever people engage in a discussion of the “best” holiday film, a spirited argument is sure to follow. Which is fine. My purpose here is not to compare “It’s A Wonderful Life” or “Planes, Trains & Automobiles” or “A Christmas Story.” All of those films have a loyal following (which they’ve earned) and I have <... >
Sapien, a new organic body care line for men by Surya Brasil, is specially formulated for male skin and hair. The line offers pure essential oils; gluten-free amaranth proteins and mild cleansing agents that are gentle enough for men with sensitive skin without losing any effectiveness. The six formulas in the line include: A two-in-one <... >
Regardless of whom you favor in this year’s election, “The Candidate” (1972) with Robert Redford is a must-see for political junkies of all stripes. The film follows idealistic young lawyer Bill McKay (Robert Redford) and his reluctant run for the U.S. Senate in California. McKay is up against a strong incumbent, and has little hope <... >
Watch Your Language Juicy Couture’s Dirty English cologne for men is a intoxicating mix of peppered mandarin, blue cypress, black leather, ebony wood, and amber musk. The bottle features a leather cord adorned with charms wrapped around the stopper, which doubles as a bracelet. While the scent is a bit strong for my taste (I <... >
Zirh Platinum bills itself as “the most luxurious and superior skincare range available to men.” I concur. Specially developed and carefully constructed, the products are designed specifically with men’s skincare needs in mind. The ingredients, sourced globally, have been selected for their highest quality blends and superior efficacy. Specialty watermelon extract: acts as a skin <... >
Jack…In a Box Every Man Jack body bars and body wash helps you get a clean start to each day. EMJ’s cedarwood body wash deep cleans to remove dirt and grime, without drying out skin. Coconut-derived surfactants and cedarwood oils cleanse and heal, essential oils of rosemary and sage refresh, and glycerin helps retain skin’s <... >
Released in 2006, “Them (ils)” is a superb French thriller with excellent atmosphere, understated acting and perfect pacing. Based loosely on an actual event, the film features Olivia Bonamy as Clementine, who teaches French to Romanian students, and Michael Cohen as Lucas, a writer and Clementine’s beau. The couple retires for a lazy evening at <... >
Osmotics skin care products for men is a simple and effective daily regimen designed specifically for men’s skin care needs. Known as “daily essentials,” the four main products are: Osmotics Men’s Facial Cleansing Scrub. A unique, all-in-one cleansing scrub, it contains diatomaceous earth (fine granulated powder from silica), as well as jojoba beads. Designed to <... >
Estée Lauder Lab Series For Men offers high-performance, technologically advanced skincare, hair and shaving essentials designed to keep you looking healthy, comfortable and well groomed. The line consists of four categories: facial cleansers, shaving, skin treatment, and hair & body. Oil Control Face Wash, a concentrated liquid-to-foam formula, helps cleanse the skin of dirt, pollution <... >
“The Bank Job (2008),” recently released on DVD, is a better-than-average action yarn starring the always-engaging Jason Statham as part of a group that plans a heist in early 1970′s London. The film is loosely based on the true story of the 1971 Baker Street bank robbery, considered to be one of the biggest bank <... >
Running With The Pack I love gadgets, even ones that ultimately don’t provide much in the way of useful information, but that can’t be said about the Nike+ SportBand. Designed to work with Nike+ running shoes (which carry a sensor under the insole) it fits around your wrist like a watch and tracks your distance, <... >
