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CONTENTS 01/20
Sabrina Sidotti p12
Emily Guglielmo p56
Must Watch Shows in 2020 p26
Walk the Talk p92
Ranger Rover Velar SV p46
04 TRAILBLAZER There are multiple books written about this ideal, movies squarely based around characters gunning for that dream, yet one person that has fully experienced the ups and downs of living the American Dream is John Paul DeJoria.
20 TWO LEGENDS TRADE PLACES In a historic moment for both Lewis Hamilton and Valentino Rossi, and their respective sports, the pair completed an unprecedented track day as each swapped machinery recently at the Circuit Ricardo Tormo.
28 GAMING With the previous decade treating
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gamers to some amazing titles and moments, it’s with absolute glee that we look forward to what the next decade holds.
Richelle Ryan p84
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This month we’re checking out the newest edition of the Panigale V4 which we think looks absolutely amazing with its sporty appeal and agile demeanor.
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Trailblazer
John Paul Jones
DEJORIA The story of the American Dream is often told through fictional stories, a romanticized ideal that anyone can make it in the land of the free. There are multiple books written about this ideal, movies squarely based around characters gunning for that dream, yet one person that has fully experienced the ups and downs of living the American Dream is John Paul DeJoria. A man who was twice homeless and went on to become a multi-billionaire, a man who suffered loss and utilized that pain and turned it into success. Much like the storybooks and movies based on the American Dream, it’s the journey that is the most fascinating and the story of a once-homeless single father becoming a worldrenowned entrepreneur and philanthropist is what makes John Paul DeJoria a true trailblazer.
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Trailblazer
A Dime A Dozen
John Paul Jones DeJoria was born the second son of an Italian immigrant father and a Greek immigrant mother on April 13, 1944 in the Echo Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. By the time he was 2 years old, his parents got divorced and the financial and emotional pressure of raising fell squarely on his mother. Yet it was at that early age where his mother instilled the now-famous ethos of “Success Unshared is Failure” when John Paul and his brother learned a valuable lesson. In a recent CNBC interview John Paul tells the story “When I was a little boy around six years old, we didn’t have any money. It was my mother, my brother and I and we would go to downtown Los Angeles – they had streetcars at the time – on a streetcar. And one time at Christmas, my mom gave us a dime and told my brother to hold half the dime each and walk over to that person with the bucket ringing the bell and put the dime in. So we held it half each, walked over and popped the dime in. And then, uh, we said to mom, “Mom, that’s a lot of money.” And it was in those days. Ten cents. That could buy, you know, three donuts in those days. It could buy so much stuff. She says, and I said, “Mom, don’t we need that money?” She says, “Yes, we do. But that person needs it
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more than we do because they represent a lot of people that are worse off than we are. And just remember this, boys. That in life, there will always be people that are worse off than you. So no matter what you have, try and share a little bit with people.” Well, that’s always stuck with me. Success unshared is failure.” However, success would still be a long way off for the young boy from California as the financial pressures on his single mother became too much and she had to send her two boys off to East Los Angeles to live in a foster home. As with most foster home children from that time, DeJoria got involved in street gang activity during his high school years and was heading down a much darker path. Fortunately, DeJoria saw the error of his ways when a math teacher he greatly respected approached him and warned him that he would never succeed at anything in life if he continued on this journey. DeJoria listened and cleaned up his act. Graduating from high school in 1962 and with no real life goals , a 17-year-old DeJoria joined the United States Navy on the USS Hornet and served for two years. In 1964 he returned to civilian life but without the required funds to attend college he had to revert to various odds jobs to make ends meet. From
caretaker to insurance salesman, to door-to-door shampoo salesman. In that time DeJoria married and had a son of his own but in 1966 his wife left him and their two-year-old son. She took all the money they had, as well as the only car they owned. As a result, DeJoria couldn’t pay rent on his apartment, and was forced to vacate it and live on the street with his infant son. What to many may seem like a down and out situation, DeJoria reflects back on as something that shaped him into the man he is today and in a very candid interview with CNBC he reflects on his past struggles. “Well, it’s not that often these days that I run across someone who doesn’t know a little bit about my background. But when I do and they say, “You were actually living in your car? You were homeless on two occasions? Even collecting soda pop bottles so you and your two-and-a-half-year-old son at the time could live?” I said, “Yes, I did.” And it shows you that you could do whatever you have to do in life – don’t have to steal from anybody, don’t have to knock anybody over the head, you could do whatever you have to in life to make it happen and along the way, if you don’t give up, things will get better. And at your very, very bottom, the only place you can go is up anyways.”
A Time for Change
Fast forward a few years later and a 26-year-old DeJoria now had a steady job at Time Inc working as a circulations manager for the Lifetime, Fortune and Sports Illustrated divisions, yet DeJoria felt it was a dead-end job and soon resigned from the position. A good friend suggested to him to perhaps make the leap over to the professional beauty industry, an industry many considered to be quite open at the time. DeJoria flourished in this new environment and quickly moved up from a sales representative to the national manager of two divisions, the Scientific Schools and Jane Salons. A year later DeJoria would be at a large convention in Florida when he was introduced to Paul Mitchell, who at the time was a flourishing hairdresser. The two hit it off immediately and nine years later the two, tired of irking their way in various jobs, decided to launch their own company, John Paul Mitchell Systems. Of course neither of them had any start-up capital and when their financial backer pulled out things looked bleak. In the now-famous CNBC interview, DeJoria fondly looks back at the humble beginnings of the now multi-billion-dollar company.
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“Well, we had a backer for five hundred thousand dollars to start John Paul Mitchell Systems but our backer pulled out in 1980 because our hostages were still in Iran, oil was through the ceiling, unemployment in the United States was over ten percent. Inflation was twelve percent and interest rates were twenty percent. He said, “Nope, can’t go into any new business.” Paul was in Los Angeles at the time. I had everything all set up. I said, “Paul, how much do you have?” He says, “I don’t have a lot. I can spare three hundred and fifty dollars.” I got three hundred and fifty dollars. That was seven hundred dollars. The first thing we had to do was to go to our, uh, artist who did our artwork and say, “Hey, your artwork, these three products. Our first three products are a thousand dollars. We only have seven hundred dollars, that’s it. Can we give you three or four hundred [CHUCKLES] and give you the rest later?” He says, “Nope. Your bill’s a thousand dollars, but I’ll take the seven hundred dollars from you right now cause I’ll never see another penny.” He
took the seven hundred dollars, so when I called the bottle man and the silk screener, we had no money. But I did have a thirty-day credit line set up. So it took two weeks from the time the bottles left the bottle company to the silk screener to the filling company, and then we had a product. I went knocking on doors, visiting beauty salons and going door-to-door selling our product and Paul did the same thing off the stage when he did beauty shows. And we kind of worked together at the grassroots level. Finally when the bill was due – the first bill was due in two weeks. We didn’t have enough to pay the bill, so it was, “The check’s in the mail.” Two days later, we had just enough to pay the bill and we ran behind for two years. We knew we made it at John Paul Mitchell Systems two years after we were in business. And that’s because after two years, we had enough money to pay our bill on time. Not pay it off, but pay all of our bills on time and have an extra couple thousand dollars in the bank. Then we knew we really made it.”
Tragedy and Tequila
With John Paul Mitchell Systems steadily growing into a professional beauty powerhouse, tragedy struck in 1989 as DeJoria’s business partner, co-founder and friend Paul Mitchell sadly lost his battle with cancer leaving DeJoria as the sole owner of the booming business. It was emotionally tough on DeJoria, but once again the man who used to sell pop caps to support himself and his infant son, he soldiered on to make sure that the company grew even more in the memory of his dear friend. Yet his next business venture would not be in the beauty industry but instead his focus would turn to tequila. “In 1989, I was with a friend of mine – Martin. And we were sipping the normal tequilas of the day. And we decided there had to be a better tequila because you have to hold your breath with most of them or mix them with something or just do a shot and go [SIGHS]. We were in the architectural business – so on his next buying trip down to Mexico to buy pavers and
furniture to sell the architects, he went down there with my builder Jack who was building a house for me at the time, and came back with these two great bottles of tequila. They were really good. Smoother than anything we tasted. He said, “You know, JP? I could go down there and change this formula to be even smoother. And by the way, look at this great bottle I found down there. And I can make a great label.” Martin was a fabulous designer so he did it and I said, “Well, let’s go and make an ecological product.” He said, “JP? How about recycled bottles?” So we came up with a product where every single bottle was recycled of Patrone. All the paper and cardboard used was recycled. And what we would do with our product line is present it and introduce it. But it was very expensive to make. We introduced it in 1989 at thirty-seven dollars a bottle. Very expensive. Normal tequila was ten dollars a bottle, five dollars a bottle. And it took a while to take off. And my feeling was this – it was so good that if we didn’t sell one bottle and I bought one thousand cases, twelve
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thousand bottles. If we didn’t sell one bottle for the next ten years, everybody I knew – Christmas – anything. You had a holiday, you got a bottle of Patrone. Christening for a child, whatever it was, you know, “Happy Birthday, here’s Patrone” because I would be proud of it.” The expensive tequila brand took a while to take off but today it is a global brand and considerably larger than Paul Mitchell. Once again DeJoria proved to be a shrewd businessman but with a clear goal and values attached to smart business decisions. He is also the founder of more than a dozen other businesses from the House of Blues to DeJoria Diamonds. He is interested in
a range of industries like life sciences, telecoms and yachts. DeJoria, as a philanthropist, has signed a ‘Giving Pledge’ along with 150 billionaires to give 50% of his earnings for the improvement of the world. He supports over 160 charities worldwide. An avid animal lover, he vowed never to test his products on animals, and instead opted to test on himself. Today, he lives in a $50 million estate in Malibu, California, with all the luxuries one can think of. Even though he is in his 70s, he still works hard, and gives back as much as he can. All his business decisions are always in line with philanthropic aspects. He believes that “in the end, everything will be ok, and, if
it’s not ok, it’s not the end.” He also believes that when you do something to help somebody, that’s what real success is all about. Reflecting back on how two bottles of shampoo forever changed this DeJoria says “The great thing is to know that I was able to start out with a few bottles of shampoo and because of all the money I made off of that, help change the world and make it a better place to live and make money off of that to start these other businesses. It’s one of the most wonderful feelings you could ever imagine especially when you’re able to give back and know as you succeed, the world succeeds with you. When I start new businesses, what I have to keep in mind is whoever the people I’m
involved with must be happy people, must be exciting people, but more important theyy must be people that as we grow our business, they treat everyone involved with them the way that we want to be treated ourselves, that they take care of their staff and then as we progress, they help take care of the entire world. That’s a prerequisite.” John Paul DeJoria is a true example of the American Dream and that hard work and passion pays off. He is, one of the most inspirational billionaires around and on top of that a caring and thoughtful person. A billionaire with heart is indeed a rare animal these days. *Interview Excerpts Taken from The CNBC Interview “I Am American Business” on cnbc.com
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Sabrina Sidoti | @sabrina_sidoti Photographer Jeston Brandon IG: @perfectlyflawlessphoto MUA @lauraariasmua
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Born in South Florida, Heritage Sicilian / Italian. Raised by a father who was an Italian gangster & a mother who is loyal. Early 20’s Film & Modeling career started & a star was born.
SHOOTING FOR FHM I was so excited while shooting for FHM, and I was even more thrilled regarding the Cover & acceptance. SOMETHING SURPRISING. Most find surprising that I am an undercover introvert by nature. I am very comfortable living a single lifestyle and for almost 13 years now. HOW PEOPLE DESCRIBE ME. I am easily described as a true Scorpio with a passion of 1000% . Loyal, honest, loving, and not one to mess with. MY HOBBIES. Some of my hobbies include; Reading, weight training, traveling, and I love sports cars. TURN ON. My biggest turn on is when a guy has great hygiene, when I can turn a tough guy into a lovable teddy bear, and financial security of course. TURN OFF. Poor hygiene, bad breath, dishonesty, & laziness. MY PERFECT DATE. My perfect date would start with shopping for the wardrobe prior, including sexy lingerie. Having dinner prepared by a private chef and served while seated on a beautiful rooftop overlooking the ocean. MODELLING CHALLENGES. My biggest challenge as a model so far is manipulation of my physique according to my goals throughout the year. LAST WORDS. I am honored to be an FHM cover model and looking forward to sharing more about my history in upcoming issues and online social media. It’s important for me that my fans & readers to know that I live everyday life just like they do with the same stressors and situations.
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Entertainment
2019 was an amazing year for series, from Netflix’s The Witcher to Amazon Prime’s The Boys to Disney +’s The Mandalorian. With such a huge variety of amazing shows catering for every need, will 2020 live up to the high standards of last year? These twelve shows might just make 2020 the best year ever for series. By Andre Coetzer
Messiah Bringing in the new decade from the 1st of January, Netflix’s Messiah tells the story of a mysterious man that arrives in America claiming to be the chosen one, the true messiah. This chosen one starts attracting international attention and followers through acts of public disruption and it’s up to a CIA officer to investigate this mysterious stranger and uncover if he is indeed a divine entity or a dangerous con artist. This intense political and sci-fi thriller is set to get the heart racing and leave the viewer to make up their own mind about the authenticity of the new messiah.
AJ and the Queen After the massive success of RuPaul’s Drag Races, the multi-talented performer returns with a scripted series for Netflix. RuPaul stars as Robert Lee, a.k.a. Ruby Red, a career drag queen who has hopes and dreams of finally opening her own drag club. After being swindled by a charismatic con artist, Ruby is forced to pick up the pieces and hit the road, doing shows in order to get her money back. Along the way, Ruby meets AJ, a scrappy orphan and the two come together for a road trip show you’ll never forget. Although the premise sounds painfully familiar, the unpredictability of RuPaul is sure to keep this show interesting.
The New Pope A straight sequel to the Paolo Sorrentino series, The Young Pope, continues the story of Pope Pius XIII, again played by Jude Law, going head to head with the titular new Pope John Paul III, played by veteran John Malkovich. Although details are scarce as of writing, the trailers hint to two very different pope’s going head to head. Law’s young and audaciously modern pope compared to the old school ways of Malkovich’s more old testament pope. It has all the potential for high drama and the promise of seeing Sharon Stone and Marilyn Manson making guest appearances makes this show even more enticing.
The Outsider Stephen King’s novels have always been ripe for TV and film adaptations and his most recent novel The Outsider is no exception. This new HBO adaptation is the ultimate tale of otherworldly nightmares creeping into our existence. It starts off seeming like a standard true crime story, but this is only the start of the nightmare. The Outsider begins with the discovery of a brutally murdered child in a small Georgia town. The case hits local detective Ralph Anderson extra hard, as he’s still grieving the sudden death of his own son. As Ralph and his fellow cops gather evidence and interview witnesses, a stark, disturbing, but unquestionable picture comes together.
Duncanville Duncanville is a new animated sitcom from Parks and Rec star Amy Poehler and Simpson’s alumni Mike Scully. It’s centred around a spectacularly average 15-year-old boy with a rich fantasy life, and the people in his world. Like most 15-year-olds, Duncan can see adulthood on the horizon: money, freedom, cars and girls; but the reality is more like: always being broke, driving with one’s mom sitting shotgun and babysitting one’s sister. He’s not exceptional, but he has a wild imagination in which he’s never anything less than amazing. Duncanville is looking very promising especially with its strong voice cast of Modern Family star Ty Burrel, Rashida Jones, Wiz Khalifa and Poehler herself.
12 New Shows
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Apple TV+ has been mildly disappointing since launch but that looks set to change with the release of Little America, a series inspired by the true stories featured in Epic Magazine about the inspiring and heartfelt stories of immigrants in America. Hollywood power couple Emily V. Gordon and Kumail Nanjiani, alongside Lee Eisenberg will write and produce this anthology series, so it’s guaranteed to have a lot of laughs, tears and a boatload of humanity. This might just be the show to make Apple TV+ an essential purchase.
Very little is known so far about HBO’s new series Run, yet there is a lot of hype behind this new show. Mostly because of the involvement of multi award-winning writer and actor Phoebe Waller-Bridges. Run sees Ruby, a woman living a humdrum existence, getting a text inviting her to fulfill a youthful pact promising true love and self-reinvention by stepping out of her life to take a journey with her oldest flame. The series stars Merrit Wever and Donhnall Gleeson as the star crossed lover with Waller-Bridge co-executive producing and co-starring. It hosts a stunning cast and incredible writing talent behind it. Run looks set to continue Phoebe’s amazing run of cleaning up at the Emmys.
The Falcon and The Winter Soldier Disney+ already had a huge hit on their channel with the supremely popular Star Wars story, The Mandalorian, largely thanks to the ridiculously cute “Baby Yoda”. Now Disney turns to its other big franchise, the Marvel Cinematic Universe, to establish itself as a major streaming service. Picking up after the events of Avengers: Endgame, The Falcon and Winter Soldier will follow the lives of Sam Wilson and Bucky Barnes post the loss of Steve Rogers a.k.a. Captain America. With the mantle or shield of Cap passed on to Wilson, we will experience the story and struggle of the former Falcon as he attempts to become the next Captain America.
Normal People Based on the incredibly popular and fantastic novel of the same name by Irish author Sally Rooney, Normal People explores the fascinating connection between two people through various stages of their lives. At school, Connell and Marianne pretend not to know each other. He’s a popular and well-adjusted, star of the school soccer team while she is lonely, proud, and intensely private. But when Connell comes to pick his mother up from her housekeeping job at Marianne’s house, a strange and indelible connection grows between the two teenagers—one they are determined to conceal. A year later, they’re both studying at Trinity College in Dublin. Marianne has found her feet in a new social world while Connell hangs at the side-lines, shy and uncertain. Throughout their years in college, Marianne and Connell circle one another, straying toward other people and possibilities but always magnetically, and irresistibly drawn back together. Then, as she veers into self-destruction and he begins to search for meaning elsewhere, each must confront how far they are willing to go to save the other.
Nine Perfect Strangers Another book adaptation sees Liane Moriarty’s seminal novel appear on the small screen to deliver her insanely great read to the masses. Starring Nicole Kidman as a spa owner who has nine strangers attend her spa for relaxation spread over ten days and get way more than they signed up for. Some are there to lose weight, some are there to get a reboot on life, some are there for reasons they can’t even admit to themselves. Amidst all of the luxury and pampering, the mindfulness and meditation, they know these ten days might involve some real work. But none of them could imagine just how challenging the next ten days are going to be.
Star Trek: Picard One of the most surprising announcements from last year was the return of Star Trek’s favorite captain, the legendary Jean-Luc Picard. Set 18 years after Star Trek: Nemesis, when Picard is well into his retired life away from the Starfleet, spending his days on a vineyard, but his peace is shattered when a woman who is in serious danger asks him for help. It came as a massive surprise to all Star Trek fans, but one of the most heart-warming moments was seeing Picard himself, Sir Patrick Steward announce the reveal itself as well as his return to the seminal role. A big question on everyone’s lips, however, is which Picard will we see, the peaceful and wise Picard from the original series or the action-first reckless Picard from the films. The answer could make or break the show.
Snowpiercer Initially, an underappreciated 2013 sci-fi film starring Chris Evans and Tilda Swinton about survivors on a train that endlessly circles the post-apocalyptic, frozen earth. It’s a ridiculous premise but the politics and social commentary of the film was masterfully handled by Korean director Bong Joon-Ho. TBS’ Snowpiercer will pick up seven years after the events of the original film. Not much has changed. The titular train driving the remaining members of Earth in a post-apocalyptic world is still operating under some warped socio-economic structures. Ed Harris’ de facto conductor from the original film has been replaced by Jennifer Connelly, who spends her time ensuring that everything aboard Snowpiercer is going to plan. There will be no uprisings from the lower class on her watch, well, at least not right away.
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Panigale V4
Ducati Panigale V4
From Streetfighter to
IRON MAN This month we’re checking out the newest edition of the Panigale V4 which we think looks absolutely amazing with its sporty appeal and agile demeanor. We’ve always been avid fans of Ducati and this latest installment has us wide-mouthed with awe - and drooling like an infant. It’s easy on the eye, sexier than most sports bikes currently on the market and nobody would blame you for jumping on the Panigale and pretending you’re the Flash! This baby really is the full package, come take a look.
The 2020 version of the Panigale V4 boosts performance even further than before and takes track riding to the next level for amateurs and pros alike. There’s a new series of refinements that makes the bike easier to ride while also ensuring it still has ample handling and a sturdy kick right from the first tug of the throttle. The latest edition also comes with an Aero Pack which provides enhanced airflow protection and improves overall vehicle stability on the road which seemed to enhance our confidence behind the handlebar even further. The unique thing about bikes like this is that all the parts are carefully made and integrated to create a system that works in unison as opposed to an engine on wheels designed to burn-up a straight line. What’s also cool is how the front frame can modify stiffness providing a better
front-end ‘feel’ particularly at extreme lean angles. In their mission to create the perfect Panigale Ducati and Ducati Corse engineers have crunched the feedback from customers all over the world and their analysis has led to a series of aerodynamic, chassis, electronic control and Ride by Wire mapping changes and refinements. This means we now have a bike with improvements all-round but what we really enjoy is the increased stability and turn-in speed that make the bike much easier to close corners. But wait, the good news doesn’t stop there. The Panigale V4 is an awesome base in its own right but there is also an S version that comes with Öhlins event-based electronic control which uses a second-generation Öhlins Smart EC (Electronic Control) system that exploits its full potential.
Panigale V4
AT ITS CORE The V engine For Ducati, the V4 layout at 90° is the utmost expression of sportiness for a motorcycle engine. It is no coincidence that it is the same solution used in the MotoGP Desmosedici engines. The 90° V layout of the cylinders creates a natural balancing of first-order forces without the need to resort to a balance shaft to eliminate the vibrations that notoriously entail increases in weight and power absorption. In addition to this primary benefit, which is extremely important for the reliability and mechanical efficiency of an engine that reaches rotation speeds greater than 14,000 rpm, there are others that make the configuration chosen by Ducati the most technically refined.
Its compactness Compared to a classic in-line four-cylinder, the lateral compactness of the V-engine allows greater centralization of the masses and makes it possible to limit the weight on the front end of the bike. Furthermore, the shorter crankshaft generates a smaller gyroscopic effect. All these aspects have a positive impact on the bike’s dynamics, helping to make it light and fast when changing directions. The large space available between the V of the cylinders made it possible to position the water pump and have a large volume airbox (12.8 liters) to allow the Desmosedici Stradale to breathe better.
Integration of engine and chassis The optimal integration of engine and chassis is a fundamental concept behind every one of Ducati’s projects. That is why the Desmosedici Stradale was developed to be mounted and rotated backwards just like the Ducati MotoGP engines. This format optimizes weight distribution and shifts the swinging arm pivot forwards as much as possible. The Desmosedici Stradale was also designed to be a structural element of the frame. Connections to the main frame were added to the front of the upper casing and in the head of the rear bank. The engine block also acts as a connection for the rear suspension and swinging arm.
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DRY WEIGHT 386 lb (175kg)
THE EXTRA BITS Complete titanium exhaust assembly
Made exclusively by Akrapovič with the Ducati experience, it is the most advanced racing assembly available on the market. Each section of the system is manufactured in a special titanium alloy that is both lightweight and resistant to high temperatures, allowing for an overall reduction in the bike’s weight. Once installed on the bike, the exhaust dramatically increases the already excellent weight-to-power ratio of the Panigale, for breathtaking accelerations and stretches. Thanks to its experience, Ducati Corse has developed the qualities of the motorcycle and exhaust to their maximum levels to create a perfect synergy, specifically for this exhaust, recalibrating the many and fundamental electronic aids: DTC, DWC, DPL and Slide on demand.
Dry clutch kit
Just like in MotoGP, where the only thing that matters is utmost performance, the dry clutch is made available for the other V4 models (it comes standard on the Panigale V4 R). This is an STM EVO-SBK clutch made from billet aluminum with housing and a 48-tooth plate pack. The plates are 9 driven and 9 lined with a diameter of 138 mm. When racing on the track there are important benefits in ease of handling. Specifically, the dry clutch ensures a more effective slipper function, even during the most aggressive downshifts, and greater fluidity during all “off-throttle” stages. In addition, the “mechanical” engine brake level can be customized by choosing a different secondary spring from those available in the catalog. Other important advantages are the absence of resistance from the engine oil and cleaner oil since the plate wear dust is not conveyed into the lubrication circuit. The racing character of the dry clutch is an exciting added benefit for the most passionate Ducatistas and sports bike enthusiasts.
Magnesium rims
The unmatched lightweight performance of forged magnesium meets style – a signature 9-spoke design that combines class, high performance and weight saving. Be aware though, this set of rims is approved for single-seat use only.
The handgrips
Inspired by the racing world, these handgrips ensure an excellent grip in every riding situation and are built to avoid accidental slipping of the hand and to reduce the vibrations felt.
Carbon tank cover
This is a splendid detail that embellishes the front of the new Panigale V4 tank in a way that only carbon fiber can. The finishing and lines of this accessory are perfectly integrated into the racing look of the latest bike made at Borgo Panigale.
Adjustable rider footpegs in aluminum
These are developed thanks to the experience of Ducati Corse and the skillful productive care of Rizoma. They’re made of a high-quality anodized aluminum alloy that maintains its original appearance over time. They are adjustable in six positions allowing the rider to find the position that best suits their build and riding style. These footpegs are also equipped with fold-away brake and gearchange pedals to minimize the risk of breakage in the event of a slip. They use the standard DQS, which can be configured both as a traditional shift and as a reversed/racing shift which makes them an essential accessory for the most demanding riders.
Poliana de Paula Poliana de Paula | @p.palad Photographer JosĂŠ Urbano | @joseurbanophoto HMUA Allison Tregarthen | @allisonmakeupstyle Bikinis Nora Chantre | @nora.chantre.swimwer Stylist Constanza Cecchetto Jewels Isabel Guarch
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My name is Poliana de Paula, I’m a warm mix of Italian and Brazil. I love to share love smile and grateful!
TELL US ABOUT A BIT ABOUT YOURSELF? I’m Poliana De Paula 32 years, I was born in Brazil. My Father’s family is Italian and my Mother’s family is Brazilian. I can say I’m a wonderful and warm mix. I have been modeling since I was 16 years old when I discovered my passion to do photoshoots and to be in this beautiful word. I really love to do it. In 2015 I went to London when many things changed in my life. After a lot of traveling, seeing, enjoy and having exciting and great experiences I decided to make my base in Amsterdam, the place where I found my balance in life. I still travel and enjoy this beautiful world. WHAT WAS YOUR INITIAL REACTION WHEN YOU WERE CHOSEN TO SHOOT FOR FHM? Really happy, emotional and grateful to be part of this beautiful project. It’s like a dream. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A SHOOT? I try to be as healthy as I can. My diet is rich in green and red vegetables, salad, fruits, white fish, a lot of water, good wine and training. During the week of the shooting I don’t eat carbohydrates and also don’t drink wine (0 alcohol) DESCRIBE YOUR PERFECT MAN He needs to keep my attention with intelligent conversation and a gentleman’s attitude, loving touches, who makes me laugh and fire and freedom at the same time. And between that make me feel anxious to go to the bed to enjoy the pleasures of this life. WHAT IS YOUR IDEAL DATE? He needs to make me feel on fire. WHAT DO YOU DO FOR FUN? Travelling, making dinner with loved ones or friends and listen nice music.
TELL US A BIT ABOUT YOUR MOST EMBARRASSING MOMENT. I was with my ex boyfriend and we wanted have sex... but we are at restaurant having dinner, wine, nice conversation, love... and really excited... and then we decide go to toilet to have sex, but when we are kissing inside the toilet the housekeeping coming... oh gosh and I was red.. and him to... but we can do... say sorry and back to the table. But for sure it was the most embarrassing moment. WHAT WOULD YOU SAY IS THE MOST DIFFICULT PART ABOUT BEING A MODEL? People seeing and respect modeling as modelling. Some people’s don’t get it it’s a business like every business. WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO DOING THIS YEAR? Make some personal objectives for this year and take my family on vacation. LASTLY, WHAT IS YOUR LIFE MOTTO? OR A QUOTE THAT MEANS A LOT TO YOU? Keep smiling.
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Range Rover Velar SVAD
S’Charged Thunder I’ll now attempt to unpack in Land Rover’s increasingly fragmented vernacular. At its core, this flagship Velar emerges from the Special Vehicle Operations skunkworks but drops the ‘Racing’ to strike a level balance with luxury. In other words, to enhance the Velar’s current characteristics. Mostly, it must be said, by inheriting the five-liter supercharged V8 which is a doyen of the JLR family with the same power and torque as in the recently launched F-Pace SVR. I won’t pretend that this doesn’t have the single biggest effect on the Velar’s personality - grabbing the aggression, noise and carbon emission knobs and giving them a full
xury and 4.3 seconds and a top speed of 170mph shape up well but are by no means benchmarks against peers who have a narrower (read sportier) focus. The hairy-chested supercharged V8 provides all its violent thwack below 4,000rpm even though the needle will continue to climb to 6,900rpm. You end up reveling in the noise or enjoying how the suspension compresses under acceleration but it doesn’t dry the eyeballs in the way a Porsche Macan Turbo does. And I keep thinking that the V8 isn’t as limber as some of the competition’s straight sixes. Weight is a factor – 660 pounds heavier than the Macan - which is slightly disappointing given the company’s song and dance about
aluminum construction. But then again this and the smaller capacity GLC 63 AMG are among the few remaining V8s in the segment, the blunt appeal of which should not be underestimated. If you want lairy, head over to Jaguar and put your name down for the F-Pace SVR. The Velar won’t send as much power to the rear wheels and cooks its uprated brakes rather quickly – no option of carbon ceramics here. It’s a fine enough chassis that distinguishes itself from other Velars thanks to beefier anti-roll bars and a modified Active Rear Locking Differential. On a twisty road, Velar’s air suspension remains confidently flat but it’s less polished on a straight road; the steering wheel jiggles and writhes around in your hand almost constantly and if you look in the
rear-view mirror you’ll notice that your backseat passengers are wobbling about like milk tarts. Over a long distance, I imagine this is going to create great discomfort for one’s forearms which is a great pity because without it this could be one of the more relaxing cars on sale. To soothe things the autonomous drive systems are great, I mean really great. On roads leading in and out of country roads, I counted 25 seconds of hands-off driving before its system required some human intervention. Inside things are intentionally less sporty than they could be. Think deep seats with lots of adjustability and leather that feels like the cows were raised on a diet of butter. There’s a massage function, heated steering wheel and heated and cooled seats. Lots of nearby storage,
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“Inside things are intentionally less sporty than they could be.�
although less than a Discovery, and high-quality materials from floor to roof lining. Hard, gritty plastics, even in those hard to reach places where we’d normally forgive a company for saving a few bucks, simply don’t feature. The Touch Pro Duo system which groups all climate and entertainment features on the bottom screen and uses the top screen for vehicle settings, debuted on Velar and I still find myself nodding appreciatively every time I lay hands on it. If that looks a little too daunting, you can still do most things with the two physical knobs or the chunky buttons on the steering wheel. The Velar’s appeal has always been the sleek proportions, as well as the way it conceals those expected off-road credentials in an aerodynamic suit. You’re getting a proper Range Rover experience without all the, often superfluous, compromises. And it’s priced well, a manageable and tangible increase up from the likes of the Velar D300 HSE which has none of the character that this has in heaps, despite a bit more torque. Still, the Velar SVAD is not perfect. How could it be when it tries to be so many things all at once? I wish it had better body control for starters, but it’s still a lot of luxurious metal you can hear thundering along from a mile away.
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Recipes
Something Poultry The new year is finally here and we’re making these last few off-days count! This month’s tasty food theme is chicken and we’re getting ready to prepare some mouth-watering starters followed by a tasty main and an even-better dessert that’ll be the perfect treat for that special someone in your life - or just a cool way to start the new year. So, wipe the kitchen counter, get out the chopping board, and let’s get cooking!
CHICKEN SALAD WITH A TWIST
Instructions
Prep time: 5min Cooking time: 10min Servings: 2
Once golden brown, add the salt and honey and allow to caramelize.
Ingredients • 3oz (90g) lettuce or baby spinach
For caramelized onion • 1 tbsp olive oil • 1 red salad onion • 1 tsp honey • 1 tsp balsamic (optional) • 1/4 tsp salt • 8-10 rosa tomatoes • 1 Pomegranate or 3oz (90g) pips • 1 handful of almonds • 1 handful macadamias • 1 orange cut into wedges • 8-10 raspberries • 4-5 fresh rosemary leaves removed from the stem • 1 baby avo or 1/2 big avo For pan-fried honey and thyme chicken fillets • 2 chicken fillets tenderized • 1 tbsp raw honey • 1/4 tsp onion powder • 1/4 tsp dried thyme • 1 pinch of salt and ground black pepper to taste For pan-fried honey and thyme chicken fillets • 2 tbsp olive oil • 2 tbsp raw honey • 1 lime juiced • 1/2 tsp salt
Start by frying the onion in a bit of olive oil.
Remove from the pan and set aside for later use. Then make use of the same pan for the chicken breast and fry on both sides till the meat is white before starting with the seasoning - this will ensure the chicken remains tender. First, drizzle the chicken with honey, then dust with onion powder, sprinkle with thyme and lastly ad some salt. Turn the fillets around and repeat the steps for the seasoning. Finish off with ground black pepper (optional). Once cooked, add the onion back into the pan to absorb the remaining juices. Make the salad with all the ingredients provided, except for the avo - add that last to your plate after you have served your portion. Add the chicken to the salad the way you prefer - whole, sliced, diced or even pulled. Sprinkle the onion over the top. Mix the salad dressing and pour it over at the table. Serve and enjoy!
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SESAME-CRUSTED ROAST PEPPER AND CARAMELIZED ONION QUINOA SALAD Prep time: 10min Cooking time: 30min Servings: 1 large salad
Ingredients
Caramelized onions • 1 tbsp olive oil • 2 large onions diced • 1 tbsp honey • 1 tsp salt Quinoa • 2 cups of quinoa • 4 cups of water • 1 pinch of salt • 1 tsp dried parsley Sesame-crusted roast pepper • 3-4 bell peppers – red, yellow and green peppers cut into wedges • 1/2 tsp salt • 1 tbsp olive oil • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper • 1 tbsp raw honey • 2 tsp sesame seeds Garnish with almond flour and fresh rosemary
Instructions
Preheat oven to 390F (200C). Prepare a baking tray with nonstick spray. Cut peppers into wedges. Place on a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil and raw honey and season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Roast in the oven set to 390F (200C) for 30 minutes. In the meantime, dice the onion and fry in olive oil. Once cooked, drizzle with honey and season with salt and allow the honey to caramelize over medium heat. Set aside once done. Cook the quinoa as per instruction on the packet. Once the peppers are done, transfer quinoa into a salad bowl, top with pepper and caramelized onion, sprinkle with almond flour and garnish with fresh rosemary before serving.
BEAN SALAD WITH A CARAMEL CHILI-LIME DRESSING Prep time: 10min Cooking time: 15min Servings: 4
Ingredients • 3oz (90g) baby spinach • 3oz (90g) young asparagus - grilled for 15 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
minutes at 390F (200C) with olive oil, salt, and ground black pepper 1 red chopped pimento pepper or red pepper diced 1 red salad onion 2oz (60g) almond flakes or sprinkles 1 heaped tsp fresh garlic 2 cans butter beans washed and drained 2 limes juiced 1 tsp caramel essence 1/4 tsp chili flakes 1 tsp dried parsley 1 tsp salt 1/4 tsp ground black pepper 3 tbsp raw honey 3 tbsp olive oil 1oz (15g) freshly chopped chives
Instructions
Preheat oven to 390F (200C). Prepare a baking sheet with nonstick spray. Place asparagus on the sheet, drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and ground black pepper. Place in the oven for about 15 minutes or till cooked to preference. Heat a pan over medium heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil and fry the onion, pimento pepper, almond flakes, and garlic till the pepper and onion are cooked and the almonds are toasted. Allow to cool off slightly before adding the beans. Be careful not to stir too much as this will ruin the appearance of the beans. Add the oven-grilled asparagus Mix all the sauce ingredients together and pour over the bean mix. Refrigerate for at least an hour to allow the beans to cool off properly. Serve with baby spinach as a base and enjoy as a meal or as a side
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HEALTHY ALMOND FLOUR CHICKEN SCHNITZEL Prep time: 10min Cooking time: 20-25min Servings: 4
Ingredients • 1 cup almond flour • 2 heaped tbsp sesame seeds • 1 heaped tsp fresh garlic • 1/2 tsp fine salt • 2 heaped tsp onion flakes • 1 heaped tsp dried parsley • 3 tbs honey • 4 large chicken fillets tenderized • 4 eggs beaten • 4 tsp olive oil • 1 pinch paprika for garnish
Freshly chopped Italian parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 390F (200C). Prepare a baking tray with foil and nonstick spray. Tenderize the chicken breasts. Seal the breast with honey on each side. For the crumbs: mix the almond flour, sesame seeds, fresh garlic, salt, onion flakes, and dried parsley. Whisk the eggs. Start by rolling the chicken breast in the crumbs so it sticks to the honey, dip it in the egg then roll in the crumbs again and then place onto the baking tray, repeat with all the breasts. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika and place back into the oven for another 5 minutes. Serve warm with a side of your choice and enjoy!
MINT BROWNIE BISCUITS Prep time: 20min Cooking time: 10-15min Servings: 16-20 biscuits
Ingredients • 10oz (300g) chopped dates • 8oz (240g) raisins • 5oz (150g) almond flour • 2oz (60g) ground flax seeds • 3 tsp caramel essence • 4 tbsp cacao • 1 tsp cinnamon • 1 pinch of salt • 1 tsp peppermint (or orange essence as an alternative) • Almond flour to sprinkle biscuits with • Raw honey to drizzle over biscuits once they’ve been •
removed from the oven after baking Edible glitter to decorate with once cooled off
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375F (190C). Prepare a baking tray with baking paper. Soak the chopped dates and raisins in hot water for 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and mash. Then add the almond flour, caramel essence, cacao, cinnamon, salt, and essence. Mix well. Tip: To avoid the mix from sticking to your hands, spray your hands with nonstick spray, once it starts building up, wash your hands and spray with nonstick spray again. Start rolling small balls by taking a heaped tablespoon of the mix and rolling it into a ball. Place it on the baking tray and push down with a fork. Repeat till the whole batch is done. Dust with cinnamon and bake for 10 minutes at 375F (190C). Remove from the oven, drizzle with honey and sprinkle with almond flour and let cool. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for maximum shelf life
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I AM 4’11 AND FULL OF LIFE ~ I AM A PROFESSIONAL MERMAID AND AM KNOWN GLOBALLY AS THE AMERICAN MERMAID. I HAVE A COSMETIC BRAND I CREATED CALLED EMILY ALEXANDRA COSMETICS. I ALSO FOUNDED MY NONPROFIT NAMED SUPPORTINGWATER. ORG PLEASE CHECK OUT AND FOLLOW ME ON ALL INSTAGRAM HANDLES
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TELL ME SOMETHING ABOUT YOURSELF PEOPLE WOULD NOT ORDINARILY KNOW ABOUT YOU I was a master chess player as a child IF YOU WEREN’T A MODEL, WHAT WOULD YOU BE? A Cosmologist. WHO IS YOUR CELEBRITY CRUSH? Kylie Jenner WHAT IS ONE THING ABOUT YOURSELF THAT YOU WISH MORE PEOPLE KNEW? That I’m a truly sweet and thoughtful person. WHAT DOES YOUR TYPICAL DAY LOOK LIKE? Wake up, set my intention for day, stay grounded and happy! WHEN YOU ARE NOT BUSY MODELING, WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING TO DO ? Laughing, traveling, eating, working out, and being of service to others.
WHICH THREE WORDS BEST DESCRIBE YOU? Petite, sexy, fun. WERE YOU EXCITED TO SHOOT THIS FEATURE? This has been a goal of mine for years now! DO YOU HAVE ANYONE SPECIAL IN YOUR LIFE? My Mother. She is my rock and makes me happy and proud to be her daughter. WHERE TO FROM HERE? WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR THE FUTURE? I will continue to travel the world, and while doing so, model and create amazing content for life!
Fashion
A New Chapter Well, the holidays are just about done and it’s back to the daily grind. The weather is gray and dull in the majority of the country, use these style tips to brighten your day while we all wait for summer to arrive! By Noah Williams
Enzo Custom Suit and Shirt, Rolex Yacht-Master II.
Brooks Brothers shirt, Phillipe Model Sneakers, Mont Blanc watch (Courtsey of Windsor Jewelers), Ralph Lauren Glasses.
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Mont Blanc Watch courtesy of Windsor Jewelers.
Suit Supply suit, Crosby Square Double-Monks, J.Crew Turtleneck, Seiko Alpinist watch.
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Turtleson Sweater, J.Crew trousers, Converse X Comme Des Garcons sneakers, IWC Big Pilot via Windsor Time, Warby Parker Glasses.
Hickey Freeman Blazer and Pants, Meermin Tassel loafers, Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, Ralph Lauren Sweater.
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J.Crew sweater, Gucci Loafers, IWC Big Pilot, Ralph Lauren Glasses.
IWC Big Pilot 7-Day via Windsor Time.
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Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, Mont Blanc Pen, Warby Parker Glasses.
Turtleson Quarter-Zip, Club Monaco Chinos, Becket & Siminon sneakers, AP Royal Oak.
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For the last decade, if not longer, it seems that beards have become a real fashion statement so much so that some women feel a man with a mane is their preferred dating requirement. As cool as it looks, growing a proper, thick, wellgroomed centerpiece isn’t easy as it seems but luckily we’ve put together all the information you’d need to get that lumberjack look - and sooner than you think. The only real challenge to growing those well-deserved facial follicles will be time and we can’t help with that. For everything else you need, well, there’s FHM and we’ve got your back!
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GET THE LOOK
The first step on your long road to beard-growing success is selecting the right beard for you. What do we mean by ‘right’ beard? Well, much like you’d pick a hairstyle, you’ll need to opt for the right beard to suit you! For this, you’d first need to consider your current look and more importantly, the shape of your face. We’ve gone through the trouble of sourcing some of the most common facial shapes and the style of beards that’d be most appropriate for each. So, take a look and see what beard would suit you best.
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Your face shape is longer than wide. The oblong-shaped face usually doesn’t full cheeks with a forehead and jawbone that is usually the same width. Your choice of beard styles include: Because of the length of your face, you want to add some side volume that will make your face appear fuller. Depending on what your facial follicles allow, grow your beard higher on your cheeks, a mustache style will also break your face vertically. A pointy, long-styled beard is not going to suit you very well so opt more for the Van Dyke and -type beards.
You’re chiseled, well, where it matters in this case. You sport a strong square jaw that gives you quite a lot to work with. Your choice of beard styles include: With a strong and appealing jawline, you don’t really want to overdo (or hide) it. The chin area should be rounded or triangular instead of a sharp line and angles. Opt for the Chin Strap, a Soul Strap Beard, or even a sculpted goatee which is also a good option.
OVAL You are genetically blessed and can pretty much get away with any style. You have both square and round features that are well balanced allowing you a wide selection of beard styles to choose from. Your choice of beard styles include: Well, virtually, anything. Really. The oval face is the alpha in terms of shape and flexibility so the choice is yours. The only thing you’ll really have to focus on is keeping your beard well-groomed and tidy - you lucky duck.
DIAMOND The diamond face shape is widest at the cheekbones with a narrow forehead and a jawline that are both approximately symmetrical in width. Your choice of beard styles include: The hair on the chin should counterbalance your cheekbones. The focus should be on your chin but be careful not to trim your bear too pointy but wider on the cheeks and the edge of your jawbone. Keep your mustache lighter. You’re not lost for choice and are able to play around with a few looks. Opt for a fuller beard option like the Bilbo. The Chin Strap beard will also work well, you can also try a well-trimmed goatee.
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ROUND Round shape faces are defines by a wide jawline and cheekbones with a short chin. Your choice of beard styles include: You would benefit most from a triangular-shaped style of beard that compliments your face by focusing the volume of the hair on your chin with some short stubble on the cheeks. Too much emphasis on the sides would actually take attention away from the center making your face appear fuller, and rounder, and we don’t want that. Opt for the Stiletto Beard or the Van Dyke.
A heart-shaped face features a forehead that is larger than the cheekbones and jawline, along with a pointed chin. Your choice of beard styles include: This is the most difficult face shape to work with when it comes to beard grooming with the chin being the narrowest part of the face. A full beard can actually make your face look even smaller. But fear not, designer stubble on the sides will work perfectly for you without overpowering your natural bone structure. Leave more length on the chin and consider growing a mustache to add depth and volume to your jawline. Opt for the Mutton Chop and Chin Curtain. A longer goatee will also work well and of course, designer stubble.
TRIANGLE This shape features a prominent chin, and your jawline measures greater than your cheekbones. Your choice of beard styles include: You’ll really want to take the focus away from your chin. Avoid too much fullness on the cheeks as this will only make your jawline appear even wider. Hair should be kept short on the chin. Opt for closely cropped styles like the Beardstache which is a great option for you.
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MANSCAPING
Now that you might have an idea of what style of beard you’re into, all we have to do is get you ready to take care of business. For that, you’ll need a set of grooming scissors, a hair comb or brush and maybe even an electric trimmer - depending on your desired style of mane. Once you’ve got the gear, you’re going to need some upkeep. Washing your beard will be the easy part, simply use your regular shampoo. As for oils and conditioners, well we’re going to tell you everything you need to know to keep your beard looking 100% awesome, ALWAYS!
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN BEARD CONDITIONERS Many principles of typical hair conditioning still apply here, so for instance, if you really wanted to, you could use your regular conditioner because after all, hair is hair right? The idea of buying a conditioner specifically for your beard means giving your beard the proper attention it needs. Just remember, conditioners and oils are not the same thing, but we’ll get into oils later, for now, here are a few things to keep in mind when buying a beard conditioner. The thickness of your beard Simply put, the thicker the hair, the stronger the conditioner you’ll need. Conditioners are not just there to help maintain and improve the quality of your hair, they serve a dual purpose of also softening and adding texture. Avoid two-in-one shampoo ‘with’ conditioner products and rather go for the leave-in conditioner that rinses off. Your desired scent Most, if not all grooming products have some kind of infused scent. You can opt to choose a conditioner that will leave you with a scent that will compliment your own, be it citrus, woody or musk. Also, there are loads of unscented conditioners as well. The best time to focus on the fragrance of your conditioner is if you plan to use a non-scented oil (or no oil at all) - or you could do one better and choose an oil that further adds to the aroma of your conditioner. Here, it’s all about your personal preference more than anything else. Your skin type It’s very important to consider the current condition of your skin and if you’re prone to irritation - particularly from grooming products. If you have sensitive skin then go for
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something a lot softer, maybe even a general all-purpose conditioner. The best type of conditioner to choose is organic, or at least one with as few chemicals as possible. If you’re prone to itching, or dry skin then find a conditioner that has an added moisturizer and consider trying different conditioners until you find the one that is right for your type of skin. Your age As you get older things start to change obviously. So while when you’re in your 20a it’s easy to add a handful of soap, wash, rinse and be on your way, but as you get older you’ll need to carefully take care of your beard to keep it in tip-top shape. The best type of conditioner to choose for the long-haul is one that’s (as) organic (as possible), is a leave-in, will moisturize your skin and add sheen and volume to your beard. Ingredients to look for Keep a keep out the good ingredients like jojoba and argan oil which will help soften your beard while also giving it a bit of shine. As you learn more about what best suits you, we’re sure you’ll find your one favorite conditioner in no time!
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WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A BEARD OIL The last step in any beard grooming routine is the application of beard oil. Aside from providing moisture and beating back dryness, beard oils are beneficial to your beard in many ways. Oils will help make your beard more manageable as well as nourish and repair dry and brittle hair. Beard oils are also great for your facial skin underneath your beard so it’s vital that you keep up with your daily routine to ensure you get the maximum benefits! Here are some things to consider when purchasing beard oil. The ingredients This will likely be the most time-consuming part of the process. You’ll need to research a few oils and compare them making sure you strike a balance between price and the best possible ingredients on offer. We recommend natural ingredients over chemicals any day! Once you have an idea of what’s on the market you can then consider other important factors like the type of oil, your skin and hair type, the price, ease of application and size of the product. Don’t worry though, we’ll cover the basics of what you’ll need to know to get the oil best suited to you so keep reading. Type of oil Beard oils are basically one of two types; carrier oils or essential oils. Carrier oils are oils that you can apply directly to the skin and are best suited for massages or pain relief. These oils are primarily made from the fatty portion of a nut, kernel, or another type of plant. Carrier oils make up the bulk of beard oil recipes and include oils such as jojoba, argan, sweet almond, and coconut. Essential oils are more concentrated than carrier oils and in most instances, essential oils are diluted down with, yup, you guessed it, carrier oils. This is because essential oils in their raw form are typically too strong to apply directly to the skin. Some common essential oils include lavender, peppermint, eucalyptus, and tea tree. Your skin and hair type Since beard oils are applied directly to your face it’s important to consider your skin and hair and how they’d be impacted. Certain oils work better for certain types of beards and skin while some oils work well only on one or the other. Again, it’s all dependent on you just be sure to avoid any chemicals or allergens at all times while you investigate which oil is best for you! Generally, you should already have an idea of what your hair and skin is like. Is it dry, or oily, or maybe a little bit of both? This matters when choosing an oil. The same oil that works best for dry skin and a dry beard probably won’t work for an oily, greasy beard. A key ingredient to look out for is argan oil which is
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excellent for a dry beard and skin because it helps add moisture. If you have sensitive skin, including skin that’s prone to acne, look for a beard oil that contains jojoba or grapeseed oil or both. Beard oils with all-natural ingredients should provide you with everything you’ll need to maintain a healthy, thicker beard, while oils that contain additives such as alcohol are often detrimental to your skin and beard so try to avoid those as best you can. Is it easy to apply? Beard oils that are easy to apply are the ones that you’ll tend to use more consistently - and consistency is good because a great beard takes a lot of time and effort to achieve. You should try and find a beard oil that has a rich texture but isn’t too heavy, making it easier to apply and distribute evenly over your beard. An important feature to look for is the packaging of the oil itself. Instead of a twist-cap, it’s better to go for an oil with a dropper since you’ll be able to apply the exact amount you need help you avoid wastage and excessively oily hands. What’s the price? Price is always a factor and any man who is into grooming knows exactly how expensive it can be. The idea here is not to compromise on the quality of the product but to find value for money. Just because something is expensive, doesn’t necessarily mean it’s effective, or even right for your skin and hair type. Focus on finding a quality oil that won’t break the bank. If you did your research on the ingredients then it won’t be too hard to compare prices. Meaning you’ll know exactly what you’re getting and for how much. Size matters Yeah, we know how that sounds, but it’s actually a thing. Beard oils shouldn’t come in tubs or huge 24-ounce squeeze-bottles. You’ll need a product that fits nicely on the shelf of your medicine cabinet and ideally something you can pack in a travel bag in case you need to go out of state. If you travel a lot then also be sure that your oil closes tightly. If you’re buying a product for the first time then consider getting a smaller size to try the product first.
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You officially know everything you need to know to start your journey toward that manly bearded look but before we send you on your merry way, here are some products we recommend you try! JACK BLACK BEARD OIL Jack Black Beard Oil contains essential oils and botanicals that work in conjunction to reduce itchy, dry facial skin and improve the look and feel of a beard. Key ingredients include Kalahari melon oil and marula oil which are rich in fast-absorbing hydrating oils and fatty acids that soften facial hair and smooth the skin underneath. Other ingredients include brown algae, vitamin E, and carrot extract which are powerful antioxidants that protect against the damaging effects of free radicals. Plum oil is also added to their unique blend to help soften brittle and dry facial hair giving you added control and a healthy shine. Key Features It treats dry skin and facial hair It’s developed from Jack Black’s PureScience natural formulas It’s great for reducing and eliminating beard itch 1
HONEST AMISH CLASSIC BEARD OIL Now there are hundreds of oils, balms, waxes, and other products available for your beard but HA is one of the best out there. Honest Amish’s Classic Blend Oil has over 7 expertly selected premium oils as well as 7 essential oils that target hair growth, conditioning, beard and skin health, and are full of minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants to help nourish your beard and relieve any irritation of new growth. We’d recommend HA for the long-haul and it’s currently one of our favorite beard oils! Key Features It’s all-natural and hand-crafted It has a very distinctive scent It’s perfect for taming unruly beard hair 2
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Here’s a conditioner that’s perfect for men with long, unruly beards. You can moisturize and condition your facial hair while preventing beard itch and dandruff. Clubman will leave your beard feeling softer, sleek, smooth and full of volume. It also repairs facial hair at the follicle and stimulates growth at the source, and leaves a light fragrance - so your beard can look and smell effortlessly awesome! Key Features It conditions and soothes It helps control unruly beard hair It’s great for the skin leaving it refreshed
GRAVE BEFORE SHAVE BEARD OIL (BAY RUM SCENT) Grave Before Shave Bay Rum Beard Oil contains all-natural ingredients that help condition, moisturize and strengthen those precious beard hairs promoting healthy growth! It’s also designed to help condition the skin under your beard to assist with dandruff and flaking and keeping your beard comfortable and looking great - the way it should be. We like GBS beard oil because of its amazing Bay Rum scent with soothing coconut after notes. Whether you’re sailing the seas or hunting for booty, this manly scent will bringout the pirate in anyone! Key Features It has a lovely Bay Rum scent It softens and conditions your beard It’s great value for money 4
BEARDOHOLIC PREMIUM QUALITY BEARD OIL & LEAVE-IN CONDITIONER It’s made with finest 100% pure natural ingredients like argan oil, jojoba oil, almond oil, castor oil, wheat germ oil, grape seed oil, pine fragrance oil and essential oils that will help you maintain your perfect manly beard. Choose quality over quantity. Beardholic contains no additives or GMOs and is paraben-free. Some of the benefits of pure natural ingredients include conditioning, moisturizing, and strengthening of facial hairs promoting healthy growth. The texture of your enhanced beard will feel incredible. It keeps your beard conditioned, clean, soft and shiny plus it will also get rid of dandruff and itch! It’s safe and gentle for all hair and skin types and if you’ve got the extra cash this is a really great beard oil to get! Key Features It’s all-natural and hand-crafted It has a very distinctive scent It’s perfect for taming unruly beard hair 5
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How learning to communicate effectively could save your relationship BY CATRIONA BOFFARD CLINICAL SEXOLOGIST & PSYCHOTHERAPIST
There are three things that I truly believe we should get taught in school: how to do our own taxes, what really happens during sex, and how to effectively and constructively communicate. This last skill would be incredibly useful in not only romantic relationships but in work and family relationships and friendships as well. Unfortunately, we don’t leave high school and enter our adulthood with effective techniques and skills that assist us in knowing how to have constructive conversations, and I spend much of my time working with couples and helping them to learn these skills and techniques. Let’s break down the basics of good communication, as well as looking at some specific techniques you can use. 1. Ensure you’re always engaging in active listening Active listening is pretty easy to do. It means to listen to our partner without thinking about anything else but what they are saying at that moment by being present and fully engaged. • Maintain eye contact (well, as much as possible), as this helps your partner to really feel that you’re listening and you’re present. When you’re staring off into the TV or your phone, or perhaps even gazing at the floor, your partner will feel less important and may even perhaps feel that you don’t care. • We act like we are listening, but we are doing “whatever listening” – when we are distracted instead of paying attention to what our partner is saying it’s as if we don’t care; “I’m right…” listening – when we already know we’re right and have the answer, and so we stop listening before a person has finished speaking; or “what next…” listening – where we are thinking ahead, or of something completely different while a person is talking to us.
Always use ‘I’ language One of the most important communication skills is to learn the use of ‘I’ messages. This is because when you start a sentence with ‘you’, your partner might feel attacked, blamed or criticized and thus they’ll feel the need to defend themselves. Begin to use the words “I feel…” when talking to your partner. For example, “I feel unimportant when you’re late for dinner and don’t call” is much more effective than, “you don’t care about anyone but yourself, or you wouldn’t keep me waiting.” The ‘you’ statement is a blaming statement, and will often start or escalate an argument. An ‘I’ statement reports feelings and it’s easier for your partner to respond in a positive way as they don’t feel like they are being blamed. Feeling words are emotions, and include words such as: hurt, angry, frustrated, lonely, inadequate, upset, disappointed, forgotten, appreciated, happy, loved, etc.
“when we are distracted instead of paying attention to what our partner is saying it’s as if we don’t care”
Relationships 3. Choose the right time and place If you want to talk to your partner about something that has been bugging you, it’s really helpful to choose a time and a place that is suitable, and where you’ll be uninterrupted. Generally, and if you can, try to have difficult conversations in person. Never try to resolve an issue late at night, when you’ve been drinking, or when your emotions (maybe anger, rage, anxiety) are so high that you cannot think straight. It’s okay to go to bed after an argument! Rather agree to resolve it in the morning after you’ve both tried to get some sleep. Try not to have conflictual conversations in front of friends and family either. It’s not fair to them to be stuck around a fighting couple. Again, agree to press pause and pick up the conversation when the timing is more appropriate. 4. Bringing up the past never helped anybody No matter how many times your partner did something before, or what has happened that has caused the conflict, try your best to stick with the present moment, how you feel right then and there, and why you’re feeling it. People become defensive when they’re constantly blamed, so bringing up something that has been an issue again and again, in the same way, is likely going to have the same result it has had in the past. 5. Be curious… always! It doesn’t help anyone to accuse their partner of doing something without trying to understand their partner’s point of view. A really great statement to use when sharing with your partner what’s on your mind is this: “The story that I’m telling myself is that…” and then asking your partner if you’ve got it wrong? Owning the way you have conceptualized a situation is important – very few partners take ownership of their disagreements. By being curious and always asking your partner what was happening for them rather than accusing them, or asking them what they need or could be done differently between you can be the difference between constructive or destructive communication.
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