2016 Holiday Gift Guide For Him

Holiday shopping can be stressful and some men can be a little difficult to shop for. If you are searching for the perfect gifts for guys, keep reading to discover my top picks for 2016 including: cologne, skincare, shaving essentials, jewelry and gadgets!

Jack Black sells popular skincare and shaving essentials and this year the Power Pack includes a complete grooming routine he is sure to love! The products come in a chic travel bag that is perfect for his busy schedule and includes: the Beard Lube Conditioning Shave with jojoba and eucalyptus, the bestselling Daily Facial Cleanser with aloe leaf and sage, Turbo Wash Energizing Cleanser for Hair & Body and the Clean Break Oil-Free Moisturizer with organic white tea. Many of these products are fragrance and paraben-free which makes them suitable for sensitive skin and easy to gift plus the nourishing elements sooth, refresh, hydrate and protect for soft, healthy skin. This collection retails for $79.00 at jackblack.ca and Hudson’s Bay.

For the tech savvy man who prides himself on capturing the perfect shot, the Limelens Kit may be just what he’s looking for! It comes with a nice case, 2 lenses, attachment clips, instruction manual and everything you need to get started. The Supreme Fisheye Lens has a 190˚ viewing angle and the Dual-Purpose Lens offers a 10 x macro perspective and wide angle view to capture intricate details beyond the capability of a Smartphone camera. It also offers a greater choice of photo angles, framing and composition plus it fits over 40 devices including leading phones and tablets.  

At first I had a little trouble aligning the lens over my device but once in place you can start snapping away with ease! Photo edges may appear slightly blurry and your phone may not fit in it's case with the lens attached but overall I found it particularly useful for shooting landscapes and travel photos. The kit originally retails for $99.00 at limlens.com but is now on sale for $49.99.

Avon always has a great selection of gifts including stylish, well crafted Elgin watches. This particular piece stood out because of its sophisticated design, smooth lines, classic embellishments and versatility. The silver and black combo with shiny finishes and large face is perfect for daily life or formal events. This is a watch he can wear to a board meeting paired with a trendy suit or with jeans and a t-shirt for guy’s night out. It retails for $100 but is currently available for $49.99 at avon.ca.

Les Industries Groom produces handcrafted grooming products from the finest natural ingredients without the use of parabens, perfume or coloring agents. The Travel Kit comes in a jar containing: the 30 ml Shaving Cream that creates a rich lather for a comfortable shave, a 15 ml Aftershave Balm for a invigorating blast of hydration, 7 ml Aftershave Splash and a 7 ml Shaving Oil that nourishes, protects and softens while reducing ingown hairs and cuts. The products are small but effective and this is a good brand introduction for men who seek a more organic option due to skin sensitivity or irritation. Since the products are made with plant ingredients and essential oils, the botanical scent is very strong but also quite fresh and healing. The set retails for $32.00 and is available at lesindustriesgroom.com

Wanted is like no other cologne on the market and the scent is my favorite release of the year! The bottle is sleek, sophisticated and dangerous - designed to resemble the cylinder of a loaded gun. The aroma evokes themes of passion, raw masculinity, ambition, power and bravery - qualities most men strive for. The exotic ingredients form a complex blend including: spicy ginger, zesty lemon, vibrant cardamom, French juniper (for a warm amber undertone), vetiver and tonka bean which balances the composition with vanilla, cherry and almond aromas. The cologne retails for $92.00 per 100 ml and is available at Hudson's Bay, Shoppers Drug Mart, Sephora and Sears.

~Happy Holidays!