This is for all you ladies who have resorted to accepting the idea that your man’s dry, cracked, and abrasive hands are a genetic family trait or a sign of his masculinity. Or for those of you who have been convinced into thinking that contrary to popular belief, those spotty patches of uneven hair on or around his chin constitute a goatee. And let’s not forget to mention the annoying, prickly, rough razor stubble that feels like sand paper against your skin. Once the stubble is removed, a pock marked surface is revealed, filled with those unsightly, angry razor bumps (or as I refer to them, face “bugus”) extending from one end of his shadowed neck to the other.

The time has come for you to take action and do something about all this. Let’s face it ladies, there is nothing more powerful and sexy than a well-groomed, manicured, and confident man. If any one of the above examples fits your man’s description but you could never quite figure out how to address the situation, then I have the solution for you.

My recommendation? Surprise your special someone with a gift certificate to the newly opened BBraxton men’s luxe salon, whose motto is “exceptional grooming for exceptional men.”
With 2,000 square feet of storefront in one of the city’s first “green” luxury high rise condominiums, BBraxton’s is the first of its kind located in the ever-evolving yet charming village of Harlem, New York. The product of husband and wife team Brenda Braxton and Anthony Van Putten, the two maintain that this luxurious idea was initially inspired to offer expertise in skin and hair care specifically for African-American men. But they admit that with their wide range of gentlemen’s grooming and pampering experiences featuring the most expert grooming, barbering, and therapeutic treatments, BBraxton’s really caters to all.

I bet you’re probably saying to yourself, “This all sounds great, but will my man be comfortable in this uncharted territory?” I say, no worries, this handsome space was created with that very consideration in mind. Designed by Marc Anderson Designs, Inc., warm and tasteful blends of materials from Mahogany wood to Jerusalem Gold tile were brought in to create a sophisticated and relaxing atmosphere of a traditional gentlemen’s club, a barbershop, and spa—all while experiencing the ultimate in services, such as straight-razor shaves (with a choice of luxury products), haircuts and styling (including locks and braids), reflexology, shoe shining, manicures, and pedicures. The salon also provides features from a state-of-the-art audio system and flat screen panel—ideal for the all important play-off games. They also provide  newspapers for reading during your morning shave or a cocktail to sip with your evening facial. And to help maintain your man’s perfect finish you can buy The Art of Shaving, which elaborates on the four elements of the perfect shave along with their complete line of products. Oh, and did I forget to mention that you could compliment his new look by ordering him a customized Ike Behar shirt while you wait?