Posts with tag for men

I've been noticing for the past couple years that "for men" lines have been popping up everywhere. Where there was once only one type of face wash or one type of lotion, there now exists many different variations of essentially the same product.
At first glance, it seems that most of these products are simply a marketing ploy, used as a way to encourage more purchases, even if it is for the same soaps & salves. If it says "for men," we're more likely to buy it; you know how we can fall for advertising.

But I have to say, it's a pretty smart technique. Companies like Nivea, Clearasil, Dial and even Avon have gotten in on the "for men" phenomenon. By providing us guys with our own manly fragrances, manly packaging (see Dial's body wash that looks like an oil container), and marketing campaigns just for us, it lets us know that having good hygiene is A-okay.

And here's a few of my favorite products from various "for men" lines: energizing acne scrub from Clearasil; protective lotion from Nivea; and this hair and body wash from Avon.

We've all seen the Avon ladies and been overwhelmed with the array of lotions and face creams that they bring and add to our significant other's collection. All you can do is sigh -- you know she can't say "NO!" to the saleswoman and will most likely end up taking cash from your wallet.

Today, however, is your lucky day, guys (or gals, if you're purchasing for him). Avon has introduced "Avon Men," and is proving that it's O.K. for you guys, too, to care about how your skin looks and feels. The new "for men" products can be found at avonmen.com.

Don't worry – you won't be purchasing "Bust-Sculpt Contouring Cream" or "Beautifully Protected Daily UV Moisturizer." Along with the changes in the actual products, Avon has (wisely) changed the names. You'll have "PROSport Soothing After Shave Balm" and "PROExtreme Advanced Eye Cream," which you certainly won't be afraid to showoff on your bathroom counter.