GROOMING - Don't like Mondays?

Research conducted by Braun Series 3 has shown that men hate Monday mornings because it means getting ready for work and having to look smart, which usually means clean shaven.

Watch the short video where expert Jason Shankey gives us his male grooming tips to make getting out of the house looking great much easier to do. My tips to add are to always splash cold water after washing the face to tighten up the pores and use a good moisturiser. They're not just for girls!

FITNESS - Give Your Workout a Boost

My boyfriend almost always has a can of 'whoop ass' (as we like to call it) while at the gym. I myself went through a can every morning at my desk when I started a new job. Whether you want more energy or more concentration, an energy drink can give you just the boost you need. Talking of which, there's a new energy drink in town, aptly called 'Boost'. I've given it a try and here are my thoughts...

Flavour:

Fruity, slightly sharp but totally refreshing and tastes really, really sweet. I tried the mixed fruit version.

What's in it?

The usual to be honest. Caffeine of course, Taurine, carbonated water, citric acid, sweeteners and B vitamins. It's sugar-free though which is always a bonus.

The boost:

Certainly pepped me up. Ideal for the gym or just when feeling the need for some extra energy. The boyfriend gave it the thumbs up, he usually drinks another brand which is not sugar-free and this was just as good, he reckoned.

Verdict:

Always handy to have a few in the fridge, just don't overdo it with these drinks. They can be really bad for your teeth (citric acid) and too much caffeine isn't ideal. I'll still be keeping an eye out for these on the supermarket shelf for when I need a surge of energy though.

Boost Energy is available in 500ml and 1 litre bottles and 250ml slimline cans, in original, light and cranberry flavours. The RRPs for Boost 500ml and 1 litre bottles are 79p and £1.09 respectively, while the RRP of Boost’s 250ml can is 55p.

SKINCARE - No. 7 for Men at Boots

It is the time of year when skin starts to take a battering from colder weather and central heating. You might notice yours isn't looking quite as good as it was a month or two ago. Combat the signs of winter conditions with the men's skin range from No. 7 available exclusively at Boots. There are often great offers to take advantage of so it won't cost you much either, and believe me, you will feel and be able to see the difference.

I recommend trying the Protect and Perfect products for proven anti-ageing properties and the facial gradual tan lotion to give your skin a lift until spring. Click the link below to buy...

WEBSITE - Tesco Launches Clothing Site

Tesco has finally launched a dedicated fashion store at www.tesco.com/clothing. The website will feature over 2,000 items available to buy online across women’s, men’s and kidswear. All of the well known Tesco clothing brands including F&F and Cherokee will be available, along with online exclusive items from these and other new exclusive Tesco clothing brands like casual wear brand Henry J Finn and urban menswear brand Method.

CEO of Clothing at Tesco, Terry Green says “We wanted to give all Tesco customers, wherever they live in the UK, the broadest offer of clothing at Tesco and new external brands. The launch of the online store allows us to do this. Making clothes shopping convenient for our customers has always been the drive behind developing the website and we know that it will be great success.”