Christmas Gift Ideas For Him: Grooming Products, Beard Oil, Cologne And Shaving Sets

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‘What to buy him for Christmas’ is a question that haunts us all, because getting the man who has everything something he actually wants and/or needs is an ongoing struggle.

If you’re truly stuck, and he’s not dropping hints, grooming products are an easy and failsafe solution.

Skincare, cologne, shower gel and shavers are all bound to get used, plus these 15 top-of-the-range options are sure to impress even the most discerning of gentlemen.

Boyfriends, husbands and fathers look away now, as we’re just about to drop the biggest ‘for him’ grooming gift guide of 2016 (probably)...

Kiehl's Men's Skincare Gift Set
Kiehls
£29.50 from johnlewis.com

A recharging three-step skincare routine and hand cream in a mini travel-sized pouch.
Molton Brown Black Peppercorn Festive Shower Gel Bauble
Molton Brown
£10 from moltonbrown.co.uk

A spicy bath and shower gel in a limited edition festive bauble.
Byredo Tree House Scented Candle
Byredo
£50 from mrporter.com

A simple and sophisticated candle scented with sandalwood, cedar and bamboo.
Percy Nobleman’s Beard Oil
Percy Nobleman
£19.99 from percynobleman.com

A special mix of nourishing oils to remedy coarse or damaged beards.
Buly 1803 Tortoiseshell Rake Comb
Buly
£52 from mrporter.com

Handcrafted in Switzerland from high quality acetate, this is the comb for comb aficionados.
Le Labo Santal 33 Eau De Parfum
Le Labo
From £115 at lelabofragrances.com

A subtle, yet unique and intoxicating blend of light violet, spicy sandalwood and comforting ambrox.
Czech & Speake Shaving Set And Soap
Czech and Speake
£375 from mrporter.com

This all-in-one wet shave kit includes a badger hair brush, razor and shaving soap presented on a handsome metal stand.
Acqua Di Parma Colonia Gift Set
Acqua Di Parma
£93 from houseoffraser.co.uk

The bright citrusy Colonia, created in 1916, is a timeless classic. This gift set includes an eau de cologne, shower gel and body cream.
Kilian Straight To Heaven Eau De Parfum
Kilian
£195 from harrods.com

A luxury, yet rock 'n' roll, scent with rum-soaked top notes, deep patchouli and sensual vanilla musks.
Vida Vida Men's Leather Wash Bag
Vida Vida
£60 from vidavida.co.uk

Made from buttery-soft buffalo leather with a waterproof lining. The bag can also be personalised with up to 10 letters of embossing.
Aesop Reverence Duet
Aesop
£83 from aesop.com

A duo of the cult hand wash and balm, for scrupulous cleansing and intense hydration with a complex, woody aroma.
Braun Series 9 Chrome Shaver
Braun
£339.99 from braun.com

Featuring cutting-edge technology, a titanium coated middle trimmer and five specialised elements for a quick shave with less irritation.
Hugo Boss The Scent Gift Set
Hugo Boss
£64 from theperfumeshop.com

This sleek set contains an 100ml eau de toilette, deodorant stick and shower gel. The scent itself is a sensual blend of maninka fruit, leather and spicy ginger.
Aspinal Of London Men's Manicure Set
Aspinal Of London
£80 from aspinaloflondon.com

Handmade in beautiful cognac-coloured leather and lined in soft suede, this manicure set comes with a small-but-full set of tools.
Clinique For Men Sonic System Cleansing Brush
Clinique
£79 from clinique.co.uk

Delivering 9,000 sonic vibrations per minute, this skincare gadget works to deep clean pores, exfoliate skin and helps to get a smoother shave.

Before You Go

Christmas Gifts For Men
Barbour Rucksack, £135.20(01 of20)
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A waxed cotton rucksack with padded shoulders and an inner slip pocket for a laptop or iPad. Perfect for explorers.

Price: £135.20
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Fitbit Charge 2, £129.99(02 of20)
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A high quality fitness tracker which connects with the GPS on your phone. It has a large screen to display data (great news if your eyesight is terrible), a heart rate tracker and a whole host of other exciting features.

Price: £129.99
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Calvin Klein Belt, £35(03 of20)
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It's not possible to go wrong with a stylish brown leather belt.

Price: £35
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Make Your Own Chorizo Kit, £14.50(04 of20)
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If he's a bit of a whizz in the kitchen, why not get him his very own 'chorizo making kit'? The set comes complete with an Alufoi bag and a cure mix comprising essential herbs and spices for making kickass chorizo.

Price: £14.50
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Craft Beer Gift Set, £29.90(05 of20)
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A tribute to the UK brewing scene with beers from award-winning breweries like Buxton, Wild Beer Co, Five Points, Fourpure, Weird Beard and Howling Hops. Comes as a mixed case of 12 pale, amber and dark beers, with a free bottle opener.

Price: £29.99
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Whiskey Decanter, £75(06 of20)
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This fancy whiskey decanter with copper detailing will make a stylish addition to any booze cabinet. It's very 'Mad Men'.

Price: £75
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Weekend Bag, £49.99(07 of20)
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A simple, black leather-look duffel bag perfect for the guy who's always on the move.

Price: £49.99
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Nixon Men's Watch, £150(08 of20)
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This understated black watch with rose gold detailing proves less really is more.

Price: £150
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Bang & Olufsen On-Ear Headphones, £129.90(09 of20)
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These Bang & Olufsen beauties have been voted the best on-ear headphones by Tech Radar. We'll take their word for it.

Price: £129.90
Buy it here.
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John Lewis Moccasin Slippers, £30(10 of20)
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Faux fur-lined slippers from John Lewis will give his feet a much-needed hug.

Price: £30
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Scratch The World Print, £17.95(11 of20)
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With a coin in one hand, avid travellers can scratch off where they've travelled to around the world - and plan their next big trip - with this decorative print.

Price: £17.95
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Ralph Lauren Sleep Shorts, £40(12 of20)
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Comfy pyjama shorts in a lightweight cotton jersey - he'll be living in them soon enough.

Price: £40
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Playstation VR, £349.99(13 of20)
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The latest in gaming technology, the Playstation VR headset is sure to keep him busy over the Christmas holiday. Works with PlayStation 4 and PlayStation Camera.

Price: £349.99
Buy it here.
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Gin Tasting And Distillery Tour Experience For Two, £80(14 of20)
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Gin-lovers are sure to be bowled over by this incredible gift, a gin tasting and distillery tour for two. If you like gin, this makes an excellent boomerang present as you can muscle in as their plus one.

Price: £80
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Black and Gold Vinyl Record Player, £100(15 of20)
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Portable vintage-inspired turntable housed in a faux leather briefcase.

Price: £100
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Adidas Originals White and Green Trainers, £60(16 of20)
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Crisp, white tennis trainers in a low-profile silhouette with a lace-up front. We'd quite like these for ourselves...

Price: £60
Buy it here.
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Star Wars 'The Force Awakens' Monopoly, £29.99(17 of20)
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The ultimate board game for Star Wars fans. Playing as either Rebel or Empire, you'll be trying to establish Bases on as many planets as possible. Christmas day + Boxing day entertainment = sorted.

Price: £29.99
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Ted Baker Wash Bag, £40(18 of20)
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For guys who travel, whether for work or pleasure, this faux leather wash bag from Ted Baker is sure to go down a treat. It comes with two zipped compartments lined with a royal blue faux-suede, mesh pockets and elastic straps to secure items in place.

Price: £40
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Portable Powerbank, £12(19 of20)
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A credit card-sized powerbank, perfect for charging your phone on-the-go. Now there's really no excuse for not texting you back.

Price: £12
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Amazon Echo Dot, £49.99(20 of20)
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A nifty hands-free, voice-controlled device that uses Alexa (Amazon's voice service) to complete a wide range of tasks. All you need is an Amazon account and, once connected to your favourite apps, Alexa can order your takeaways, get you a cab, turn up the heating or even turn on the lights, all just by asking.

Price: £49.99
Buy it here.
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