High school is arguably the toughest period in a man's life. Generally, it's when guys hit puberty and experience all the awkward things that come along with it... and we all know how cruel kids can be at times. Among other hurdles, adolescent males tend to be insecure about their appearance, usually face tremendous peer pressure, and to top it off, they start mingling with the ladies, a daunting experience at any age. Basically, high school is the time when boys grow to be men and start building their future reputation.

Looking back on my high school days, there were a couple of "life lessons" I wish someone had taught me as a freshman, one of them being the basics of grooming. So I decided to take care of that for you today: all you have to do is follow this simple six-step routine, which covers your grooming needs from head to toe in no time.

Step 1: Shampoo & condition your hair

Why? Good hygiene is a must. And you don't want to be nicknamed the "Crisco kid."

Wash and condition your hair in one simple step with this 2 in 1 shampoo and conditioner, saving you time and money. With ingredients like peppermint and jojoba essential oil, milk protein, and Shea butter, Mission: Control Conditioning Shampoo is also good for your hair. It offers a rich, creamy lather that will invigorate, moisturize and soften your hair. Simply lather, feel the tingle for a few seconds, and rinse thoroughly.

Step 2: Wash your face & body

Why? In case you skipped over it the first time, proper hygiene is essential. You don't want your peers to call you "stinky" or "grease monkey."

The second step in your daily routine is to wash your face and body. And you can do both with the same product: Happy Me All Over Body Wash is oil-free, so it's good for both your body and face. Rich in grapefruit, papaya and ginseng extracts, as well as almond protein, it's actually better for your skin than most soap bars; it exfoliates, freshens, moisturizes, and nourishes your skin for a clean and healthy look. While you're in the shower, apply it all over and rinse.

Step 3: Shave with shave gel

Why? Facial hair can look cool at times but peach fuzz, on the other hand, looks like you forget to clean your mouth after breakfast.

If you're a victim of peach fuzz, Kid Glove Shave Gel is the perfect shaving gel to finally get rid of it. It's oil-free and turns into a transparent gel once applied to your skin, so you can actually see what you're doing. It includes ingredients like glycerin, which provides easy glide, and Gotu kola and rosemary leaf extracts, to soothe and help your skin heal. Simply massage a thin layer onto damp skin and wait 30 seconds. Then, using short strokes, shave with the grain and repeat until you're done. I suggest shaving before you shower.

Step 4: Protect your face with hydrating gel

Why? Image is everything, whether you're in high school or at the office, and your face is the first thing people notice about you -- so make sure it looks its best at all times.

The fourth step in your grooming routine is protecting and moisturizing your mug. Do it with this light, oil-free moisturizing facial gel; it's fully loaded with botanicals and antioxidants, in order to combat razor burn and dry skin caused by the sun and other environmental pollutants. Kid Glove Hydrating Gel features Gotu kola and rosemary leaf extracts to soothe and purify, and aloe leaf and algae extracts to help heal and hydrate your skin. Apply an even layer onto your clean face every morning.

Step 5: Apply pit guard

Why? Put it on to prevent B.O. and avoid negative attention from those sitting next to you.

For those of you who don't know, B.O. is short for body odor. Unlike other underarm products that simply mask odor, this anti-itch formula contains tea tree oil designed to combat bacteria at the source. Happy Me Pit Guard is unscented, so you don't have to worry about the smell being overly aggressive. Apply daily.

Step 6: Style your hair

Why? It's your hair dude; you gotta make sure it's styling at all times.

This premium hair paste provides complete control; it works on long or short hair, whether damp or dry. Rub in a little for a natural look or slightly more for hairstyles that require extra control. The great thing about Mission: Control Guck-in-a-Puck is that it reactivates with water -- when your hair is messed up from sleeping in class -- and washes out with water, when you're actually going to bed.

So there you have it; you have passed your lesson on grooming. Twenty minutes is all you need in the morning to go through these six simple steps. Grooming is like riding a bicycle: once you get the hang of it, it'll become second nature.

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