Contest – Would You Take an AXE to the Face For a Chance to Win?
Love it or loathe it, facial hair is something that we all have to contend with. Whether you can grow a beard that puts a mountain man to shame, or barely produce enough fuzz to frighten a peach – it’s time to discover your grooming options on how to maintain and accentuate your facial foliage. There are plenty of styles and shapes that appeal to every man, and finding the right one for you is about to get a whole lot easier. Facial hair shapes more than just your face and mouth; it can determine who you are as a man, and how people interact with you.
Don’t believe us? Grow that bad boy out for a few weeks to hobo levels and see how many people want to sit next to you on the bus. Shave it all off, and wait for everyone to ask what the monumental occasion is. Whether you realize it or not, people do pay attention to your facial hair, and what you do (or don’t do) can leave a lasting impression. So whether, you’re ready to turn it up a notch and try out a new style, are looking to find ways to make the daily routine a little more bearable, than Male Standard has the answer.
We teamed up with industry experts AXE to find out what’s trending in the male grooming world and which effortless steps you can choose to improve your facial grooming routine.
Are You Running the Gauntlet When Shaving Your Face?
The first major problem we encountered is that many men feel shaving is a universal method; if you watched your old man shaving and simply followed suit, then you might not realize that a) technology has changed, b) styles have changed, and c) that you might not have the same skin type or facial features as Pops; and could be damaging your face or wearing the wrong style to accentual your features. So where can you turn for answers? Shaving, sadly, isn’t something we are taught at school, and many more didn’t receive guidance at home.
The next red flag is that when asked, some men thought that shaving was only a two-step process; lather up some gel and whip it off. While others were more creative, and attempted to style and shape and sometimes to great success, it still shows that even today, we might not all be aware of the damages we are causing or how to shave correctly. Under that mane of growth is sensitive skin that requires specific treatment and care. Shaving can be particularly harmful when you irritate the hair follicles, producing razor burn and unsightly rashes.
Choosing the right tools for the job is just as necessary and often overlooked, with many men simply grabbing the first items they see in the grocery store. We totally get that you want to get in and get out as quickly as possible, but investing in quality products, such as the AXE Shave line, will help make sure that your skin receives the essential nutrients it needs to recover from damages and weekly maintenance. The choice doesn’t have to be complicated.
Do You Know Your Facial Profile?
Even if, you are a proud bearded man, in fact especially if you wear facial hair, you will know that simply letting hair grow on its own accord is not an option. Without regular trimming and treatment, it will continue on its own grizzly course and leave you with an unattractive food catcher; the arch nemesis to good looks and svelte shaving routines. So what’s the best way to learn how to assess your facial profile and shaving needs? The answer is easier than you think! While it’s best to look in the mirror once in a while, we found a new interactive way to shape up.
The AXE Face and Shave Profiler is awesome fun, and can guide you through the process to find out which type of stubble you’re sprouting, which skin routines are best suited for you, and has a series of expert tutorials to guide you through the steps needed to get the exact look you are going for. Think of this like intensive facial hair boot camp; you’re going to come out the other side looking like a champ! As an added bonus, and to ensure that you get the best shave known to man, you’ll also be given expert advice on choosing the right AXE face products.
You can run the profiler here, but hold up. Before you dash off and have fun, we’ve upped the ante and want to offer you an exclusive opportunity to get your hands on some seriously exciting products – for FREE. Yep, you heard us right. Male Standard has three packs of freebies that have your name on it, with everything you need for the perfect shave. All you have to do is go and find your facial profile, and report back to the comments below with your results to enter into the male grooming competition.
Post a Comment and Enter for a Chance to Win
- AXE Philips Norelco Shave & Groom Kit ($49.97)
- AXE Philips Norelco Shave & Groom Styler Head ($19.97)
- AXE Schick Smooth Disposable Razors 3 Count ($7.47)
- AXE Shield Sensitive Shave Gel ($3.78)
- AXE Chilled Cooling Face Hydrator & Post-Shave Gel ($6.78)
So stop shaving and hoping for the best, and take a few minutes to discover the expert tips you need to know in order to create and maintain the perfect facial hair. Report back with your results and stand a chance of winning one of three goodie bags in the process. Good luck!
How to Enter
- Try the Axe Facial Profiler
- Come back here
- Leave a comment with your results
***UPDATE***
Thank you all for participating. We are proud to announce the winners of the AXE giveaway:
1. Joey Hernandez
2. Travis
3. Jonathan Cisneros
We’ll be contacting you shortly to get your mailing info.
Abraham M
March 13, 2013 at 1:46 pm
By taking the AXE quiz it considers me a ‘stache… Pretty awesome considering that is exactly what I have! I’ll definitely be trying their new line of products and see what type of results I get! Thanks MS for the introduction to AXE. Shave on!
Honest Abe
Steven Torres
March 13, 2013 at 3:48 pm
I took the AXE and found that my facial profile is Clean Cut. I already use Axe products and very excited to hear about the new product line and even better that they tell me exactly which razor will work for me. Also found the videos very helpful.
Jonathan Cisneros
March 13, 2013 at 5:38 pm
Turns out my facial profile is Mustache. Axe recommended the Schick Power Razor for my type of style. I might check out the razor! I wish I could pull off the cop ‘stache but I don’t think I can grow one thick enough!
Travis
March 13, 2013 at 7:05 pm
My profile: Groomed Stubble
Pretty much spot on!
Steven
March 13, 2013 at 10:05 pm
Personal Trait Path: Bear / Full / Any / Town / Hockey
Facial Profile: Goatee
Recommended Tool: AXE Philips Norelco Detail Styler
Victor
March 13, 2013 at 10:53 pm
I’m smooth as a peach. Facial profile = Clean Cut. My recommended product is the AXE Schick Smooth Razor
ed
March 14, 2013 at 7:33 am
Just took the quiz and they were actually pretty accurate as a mustache. Looking forward to trying out their grooming products
William
March 14, 2013 at 9:34 am
Clean Cut.
Yea, sounds about right for me.
Man I wish I could grow a beard….
Rudy Macias
March 14, 2013 at 9:49 am
My facial profile is clean cut says the axe quiz. Not to far from the truth. AXE® Schick® Smooth Razor Kit. The product is new and wont knock it until I try it. I will definitely try out this product!
Jeff Knox
March 14, 2013 at 9:53 am
Quiz said I should maintain a groomed bears. I like it! These products look awesome, would Love to win!!
Tom
March 14, 2013 at 11:35 am
I tried it out, and apparently I should be sporting a goatee, however to do this I will need some AXE equipment *hint* *hint* but seriously I will be picking up some of this kit and having a play round, and looking after my face at the same time! Win/Win!
Sammy
March 14, 2013 at 12:01 pm
So, it looks like I a mustache guy!! Pretty accurate I’d say!!
Rex D
March 14, 2013 at 12:49 pm
Clean cut and look forward to trying the chill face wash. Sometimes I like a shadow stubble, but my girl’s not cool with it. Hey, I try to please!
DC
March 14, 2013 at 1:04 pm
Just took the facial profile and it says I am clean cut. Sounds about right!! Might try the smooth razor kit they recommended!
Raymond Torrejon
March 14, 2013 at 7:12 pm
Clean cut.. That’s how I like it! All the products look pretty cool and affordable. It gets pretty pricey for college students to stay maintained. Lol
Dennis
March 14, 2013 at 9:14 pm
Just took the facial profiler. I’m a bear with a goatee. Very spot on!
sunil
March 15, 2013 at 9:13 am
bang on target man its a great evaluate tool. pls allow me to have it as a winner of this contest and i promise to come back and share my experience with it…
Mike P
March 15, 2013 at 11:42 am
Clean Cut, right on the ball.
Joey Hernandez
March 15, 2013 at 11:50 am
I hope one day I can grow into being a bear but for now peach it is.
-Joey-
Tano
March 16, 2013 at 8:08 pm
I tried the profiler and it said that I’m a bear with a goatee.
Adrian
March 16, 2013 at 8:11 pm
I tried the facial profiler and I am a clean cut. I loved the website, it is very informative. Thank you!
Sean
March 17, 2013 at 3:11 pm
Took the quiz and it says I am a clean cut. I am a little of everything so it is not wrong. Curious to see as it says this is best for sensitive skin and that part could not be more true for me. I will take the challenge and see how it ends up. Will report back.
Luis
March 18, 2013 at 6:52 pm
Facial profiler said i should be clean cut, i agree but do like having some facial hair in during the utah winter.
D. M. Ramos
March 18, 2013 at 10:04 pm
I took the AXE quiz and found that my facial profile is Groomed Stubble. I don’t already use Axe products and I am hesitant to leave my old awesome products because I know they work for me.
Male Standard
March 22, 2013 at 5:10 pm
Thank you all for participating. We are proud to announce the winners of the AXE giveaway:
1. Joey Hernandez
2. Travis
3. Jonathan Cisneros
We’ll be contacting you shortly to get your mailing info.