Stand By Your Man

Brothers, lovers, best friends, husbands, fathers and sons. While we love these wonderful men in our lives, living with them can often be a test in tolerance, especially in the bathroom. Space is an issue, but so is pride. Your man may not purchase any beauty products because it is easier to quietly dip into yours. You can try to change his behavior (good luck!) or you can support it in a way that shows you care (good woman!). Incorporate these few items into your bathroom cupboard to demonstrate a glowing compromise.

Complex 15 Therapeutic Moisturizing Lotion - This is a supremely light and fragrance free facial moisturizer I use on male and female clients with sensitive skin. And its utilitarian packaging will not insult his manhood.
(Available in drugstores)

Elta Gold UV Facial SPF 30- Slightly more emollient than the moisturizer listed above, this one protects you both from the harmful effect of the sun.
(Available online)

Rosebud Perfume Co. Smith’s Mentholated Salve- Great for morning and night. You can use it in the morning for a dainty sheen. He can lube up nightly to stay in mint condition.
(Available at sephora.com)

Crabtree & Evelyn Gardners Hand Therapy Cream- This is the perfect marriage of a delicate scent and a powerful protector. Oh, the irony!
(Available in stores or online)

So when it comes to vanity, stand by your man. He can stand alone, however, amid his socks on the floor and raised toilet seat!