Field Notes

On the morning after D-Day, war correspondent Ernie Pyle found razors in the sand — and what those men packed tells us everything about why discipline of appearance is disciplin...

You've got the lifestyle habits. You've got your people. This is the third leg of the longevity stool and it's the only one nobody else can do for you.

Research shows maternal warmth from childhood through your adult life is doing invisible work that extends your longevity.

New research says the secret to living longer isn't crushing yourself at the gym—it's walking the dog, talking to strangers, and showing up sharp.

Everyone's talking about peptides, but no one's explaining them in plain English—until now.

Teenagers are choosing museums over phones. Half of Americans are ditching social media. As we move back into physical spaces, the way you show up matters again.

Men's skin is thicker and oilier—here's what actually clears breakouts based on your age and lifestyle.

SPF 100 is a scam. Reef-safe is unregulated. Your expired sunscreen isn't protecting you. And men are dying from melanoma at twice the rate of women.

Yale researchers found that bad hair days don't just affect how you look—they tank self-esteem, lower confidence, and make you feel less capable at work. The surprising part? Me...

If you've been on TikTok lately, or if you have a nephew under 25, you've probably heard the term: Looksmaxxing. It sounds like something from a video game. And in a way, it is—...

(And Why Your Hair Looks Great at the Barber But Never at Home) Every man has had this experience: He leaves the barber looking sharper than he's looked in weeks. The haircut is...

Research shows self-esteem peaks at 60, not 25. Why some men look better at 45 than they did in their twenties—and how intentionality beats genetics.

Most men apply too much cologne—and don’t know the difference between eau de toilette and eau de parfum. Here’s how to wear fragrance the right way.

I spent $1,300 on a red light helmet and years on products that didn't work. After 20+ years fighting hair loss, here's what actually works - and it costs $60/month."

Most men assume razor burn and ingrown hairs are just part of shaving. They're not. In nearly every case, irritation comes down to too much friction, too little protection, and ...

Think about the last time you felt genuinely confident. Maybe it was at the gym, walking up to a weight you've hit a hundred times before. Maybe it was at work, walking into a m...

You’ve probably been attracted to someone who didn’t make sense on paper. There’s a reason for that — and it has less to do with looks than you think.

Looking for a Kiehl’s Facial Fuel alternative? Learn why cooling, tingling “facial fuel” sensations don’t equal results—and shop better moisturizers for real hydration.

"I've looked for a solution to help reduce the redness in my skin for a long time and finally feel like I have found it. A few days into the twice daily routine and I can see ...

Chapped lips season doesn’t require a blizzard. Indoor heat, coffee, and dehydration are enough. Here are two better alternatives to ChapStick and Burt’s Bees — one classic, one...

Our Best of 2026 isn’t a prediction. It’s built on what actually sold in 2025. The products men bought, rebought, and built into their routines. This list reflects real behavior...

Some of the more interesting images of Santa we found this year.

Patricks ES2 Eye Serum is currently sold out globally though March 2026. When this happens, most men then start searching for an “alternative.” That's exactly what we did. ES2 i...

The best aftershaves don’t sting—they soothe. Here’s how to choose one that hydrates, protects, and helps your skin recover after every shave.