Men's Grooming Reviews

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GroomVault reviews the grooming gear UK lads actually buy — fragrances, skincare, beard bits, hair products and tools. Straight answers, decent picks, no hype.

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What We Cover

Everything a bloke needs, nothing he doesn't.

Men's fragrances

Fragrances

Daily drivers, date-night bangers, office-safe picks — and what's actually worth your money.

Men's skincare

Skincare

Simple routines for real skin: oily, dry, sensitive, spot-prone. No 12-step nonsense.

Beard care

Beard Care

Oils, balms, washes and trimmers — so your beard looks intentional, not "I gave up".

Hair styling

Hair

Clays, pomades, shampoos, styling tips — strong hold, natural finish, no helmet head.

Grooming tools

Tools

Trimmers, shavers, OneBlade-style hybrids, grooming gadgets — what works, what's a gimmick.

Gift guides

Gift Guides

Safe gifts that don't miss (and a few risky ones that land if you know the guy).

Why Trust Us?

We're not sponsored. We're not influencers. We just know what works.

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We Test Like You Buy

Real-world use, not "one spray and a photoshoot".

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We Tell You Who It's For

Skin type, beard length, hair texture, budget — quick call, clear reasons.

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We're Picky

If it's average, we say it's average. If it's overpriced, we say that too.

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UK-First

Stuff you can actually get — Boots, Superdrug, Amazon, barbershops, legit retailers.

Latest Reviews

Tried, tested, and told straight.

Philips OneBlade 360
Tools

Philips OneBlade 360

★★★★½ 4.5/5

The cheat code for tidy stubble lines. Not a baby-smooth shaver — that's the trade-off.

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More Top Picks

The full lineup — tested, rated, and linked.

Creed Aventus
Premium Fragrance

Creed Aventus EDP

★★★★★ 5/5

The king of men's fragrances, but with a price tag to match.

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Bleu de Chanel
Premium Fragrance

Bleu de Chanel EDT

★★★★★ 5/5

Sophisticated and versatile — perfect for any occasion.

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Nautica Voyage
Budget Fragrance

Nautica Voyage EDT

★★★★☆ 4/5

Fresh and clean for £15. Unbeatable value for everyday wear.

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Skincare product
Skincare

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream

★★★★★ 5/5

Lightweight, hydrating, works on all skin types. The gold standard.

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La Roche-Posay SPF
Skincare

La Roche-Posay SPF50+

★★★★★ 5/5

Lightweight, non-greasy sunscreen that disappears on skin. Wear it daily.

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American Crew Fiber
Hair

American Crew Fiber

★★★★½ 4.5/5

Strong hold, matte finish, works on most hair types. A barbershop classic.

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Braun Series 9
Tools

Braun Series 9 Pro Shaver

★★★★★ 5/5

The best electric shaver on the market, but it comes at a price.

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Bulldog Beard Oil
Beard

Bulldog Original Beard Oil

★★★★☆ 4/5

Great value beard oil that softens and tames. £5 well spent.

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Alpecin Shampoo
Hair

Alpecin Caffeine Shampoo

★★★★☆ 4/5

Caffeine-infused shampoo for thinning hair. £6 and worth a try.

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Best Of Guides

Curated picks so you don't have to scroll through 50 options.

8 Picks

Best Fragrances Under £50

Affordable bottles that smell way more expensive than they should.

  • Fresh daily picks for work, gym & life
  • "Date-night" options that aren't cloying
  • Safe blind-buys with solid performance
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6 Picks

Best Beard Oils UK

Soft beard, calm skin, less itch — simple as that.

  • Lightweight oils (won't grease your hoodie)
  • Dry-skin saviours for winter
  • Scented vs unscented: what to choose
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3 Routines

Best Skincare Routines

Three routines: quick, sensible, effective — for the most common skin types.

  • Oily/spot-prone: reduce shine, prevent chaos
  • Dry/sensitive: repair the barrier, stop the sting
  • "I'm new here": the easy starter routine
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