GROOMING & HYGIENE: Morning ROUTINE

You want to update your style game and create some new habits but where do you start? We have created the simplest rundown that will take you 15-20 minutes every morning. See our "Night Time Routine" here as well. Scroll down to download our PDF that you can post on your mirror until it becomes a routine.

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1.) Drink a glass of water

Let's be real, you want to drink coffee. Before you have that first cup, down a glass of water, the more ounces the better. The best way to find out how much water you should be drinking is to divide your body weight in half and that is how many ounces of water you should drink per day.

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2.) Brush, Floss & Mouthwash

Do not skip this step and create a strong nightly routine with brushing, flossing and rinsing with mouthwash. It will help your breath in the morning, but all three have huge health advantages beyond just a clean mouth.

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3.) Shower

I shower at night sometimes mainly because I am a nighthawk, much more awake at night. But showering in the morning starts the day off fresh and wakes you up.

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4.) Wash Your Face & Shave

Both can be done in the shower, the hotter the shower the more your pores will open up which will be great for both shaving and washing your face.

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5.) Moisturize

Showering, washing your face and shaving will all need to be accompanied with moisturizing. Not only will it keep your face from having wrinkles but will avoid terrible razor burn, with the right after shave. Moisturizing will keep your face and hands from becoming dry and cracking, all year around, but especially in colder weather.

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6.) Do Your Hair

I like to leave this after shaving and moisturizing because your hair needs moisturizing too. Add what is left to your hair and start your routine.

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7.) Add Cologne

This is where you can start to find your signature scent but do not overdo it. You should have a hint of cologne, not be overwhelming. Don't be that guy in the elevator who's smell doesn't leave for an hour.

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Morning & Night Routine Checklist

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The Rundown

Most of these things you will be doing anyways so adding a couple steps should only up your time, maybe, 5 minutes. Your night time routine is equally important so create these habits to age gracefully and look your best.

- Derek Burbidge
Owner of Cardero Clothing

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