Summer Colognes: Hierbas de Ibiza

Smells and scents can evoke memories and powerful responses almost instantaneously, which is why colognes that remind us of summer are so popular; we all like to reminisce about exotic holidays and lazy, sunny afternoons whilst sweating in an office cubicle or packed into the tube.

With this in mind, you can either go two ways this summer; firstly, pick a conventional summery fragrance, so something floral or citrus, and conjure up existing experiences, or you could try a bold new cologne and enjoy making some brand new memories.

HIERBAS DE IBIZA – AGUA DE COLONIA

Whether you’ve been or not, we all know about Ibiza’s reputation for hedonism – many a gentleman has suffered an unfortunate lapse into debauchery on the White Isle.

Agua de Colonia Fresca is a light, herb-citrus cologne inspired by the spirit and freedom of Ibiza. It’s composed entirely from the natural flora of the island, so really does capture Ibiza’s essence.

Buy a bottle now and prepare for an exciting summer.

Summer Skincare

Summer can be a time when looking good is effortless, a sun-kissed glow coupled with a cheery disposition and some light tailoring; perfect. Or it can be a nightmare; dry and sunburnt skin, raised stress levels and restrictive, sweaty clothing. But this worst-case scenario can be avoided through careful preparation and a suitable grooming regime.

Healthy skin is a great accessory in the warmer months. Increased outdoors-time, more daylight and less clothing mean your visage will be coming under far more scrutiny than during those winter months spent in the dark. A healthy glow is key, but it’s not always plain-sailing; we cover the main problem’s you’ll face this summer and the solutions available to you:

Dehydrated skin is lacking in moisture, which can lead to tightness, loss of elasticity and a reduction in the skin’s effectiveness as a protective barrier, causing further problems such as sunburn. Insufficient fluid intake is one cause and can be simply remedied by making sure you drink plenty of water, but this will not single-handedly remedy or reverse surface dehydration.

Dry Skin

Although it's easy to assume that they are the same problem, dry skin is a subtlely different affliction. Whereas the sun and wind can cause dehydration, environmental factors are less likely to play a direct part in the drying out of skin. Unsuitable product use is the main issue here; harsh chemicals found in synthetic cleansers and commercial soaps will carelessly remove essential oils from the skin, leaving it dry, flaky and vulnerable.

To ensure that this never becomes a problem for you, use only products made from natural ingredients such as DR Harris Mild Skin Tonic to tone and cleanse or Hierbas de Ibiza Aloe Vera soap. These will still leave the skin spotless and free of daily impurities, but in a much healthier condition and without the risk of long term damage.

This advice should help you maintain a healthy glow all year round.

Summer Fragrances

Santa Maria Novella – Melograno

Hierbas de Ibiza

Thé Brun by Jean-Charles Brosseau 

Dr Harris Freshening Cologne

Indispensible Summer Fragrances:

Thé Brun by Jean-Charles Brosseau 

Dr Harris Freshening Cologne