Vacation season is upon us. Grooming expert Ahmed Zambarakji tells us how to keep ourselves in tip-top condition with five, travel bag essentials.



The complete package
“An everything-but-the-sink sort of product, this multitasking moisturiser counteracts shine, calms sun-induced inflammation, masks wear and tear and even packs in a hefty SPF 35. An essential holiday item, not least because of the amount of luggage space it will save you.”

Smooth rider
“A deep-cleansing mud mask and a rich shaving lotion in one nifty product. I usually slap on the clay-based formula and let it absorb excess oil and impurities while I brush my teeth. After the mud’s dried, all it needs is a little water for it to create a rich shaving lather.”

No sweat
“Your average deodorant isn’t going to cut it if you’re heading for seriously sunny climes. This industrial strength formula lasts for a whopping 96 hours and doesn’t just mask unbearable pit stink – it uses absorbent ‘micro captors’ to trap wetness too.”

Hot hair remedy
“Sun exposure doesn’t just microwave a guy’s skin, it’s also capable of changing hair color, burning scalps and – in many unfortunate case – turning a full barnet into a dehydrated halo of frizz. This restorative leave-in treatment smooths and nourishes fried follicles in a matter of minutes.”

Stay cool
“Most guys don’t think of investing in after-sun until they start to resemble Darth Maul from ‘The Phantom Menace’. This cellular ‘re-educator’ calms the burning sensation that comes with UV damage and, crucially, reduces the skin’s reactivity to the sun so that it becomes more tolerant over time.”

by Richard Peckett