Excerpt from
Date Out Of Your League
Chapter 7: You Dirty Boy!
BAD BOY? YES! NAUGHTY BOY? YES! DIRTY BOY? NO!
Good hygiene is a way of life, not a temporary state to get into a woman's pants!
So, you want to start dating the gorgeous chicks—those sexy women that every other guy on the planet also wants to date. Right? OK, then if you are serious—really serious—about "upgrading" the type of women you date, you must first get very serious about upgrading the type of women you can attract.
What does that mean? Well, let's try answering a question with a question: Pretend (for a moment) that you are the sexy chick you want to date and ask yourself, would you be physically attracted to you?
If not, why not?
Upgrading the type of woman you attract calls for active self-improvement. It means you must honestly assess yourself and then take the steps that are necessary to achieve the result you want (in this case, dating a chick who is currently out of your league).
Now before you dig your heels in and become defensive and refuse to change, let's be honest. There is a reason you are not currently dating the sexy women you want to be dating. Agreed?
Maybe you know why that is—maybe you don't. Perhaps it's one reason or it could be a multitude of reasons. It doesn't really matter. The bottom line is, something is preventing you from achieving the result you want. And if you are serious about having success with gorgeous women—it's time to get serious about eliminating the obstacles that are blocking you from achieving it. The good news is, you can eliminate any grooming and hygiene obstacles by adhering to the suggestions made in this chapter.
Mandatory Manners
When it comes to good grooming habits and personal hygiene, there are
several things that are non-negotiable, for instance, a daily shower—which
by the way, should include cleaning the inside and outside of your
ears and nose.
Smells, Odors, and Women
First, you need to understand that women (as a whole) have a very developed
sense of smell and are therefore extremely sensitive to odors. If you
smell badly, it's highly unlikely that a woman is going to go out with
you. And there is next to no chance she's going to sleep with you.
To ensure that you don't become known as "nasty odor guy," immediately following your daily shower, use a deodorant with antiperspirant—not just deodorant. And be sure to let it dry before putting on your shirt or there's no point in putting it on in the first place.
If you are prone to foot odor, wear breathable shoes and socks. Invest in Odor Eaters and powder, and wash your feet—frequently. Yes, I do mean in addition to your daily shower. Stop bitching and moaning! Just stick your feet right in the tub. It's quick, it's easy, and it'll make a hell of a difference.
Another odor issue: Got gas? Get Beano. Enough said.
Hands and Nails
Guys, women don't just look at hands, they study them. Don't underestimate
their significance or how important it is to keep them looking good.
Think about it this way: No woman wants dirty hands touching her body—and
you do want to touch her body, right?
If your hands are difficult to clean with regular soap, buy LAVA. It removes grease and grime. Also:
- Use hand lotion daily.
- Clean under your nails every day. Yes, every day.
- Trim your finger and toenails (preferably not with your teeth).
While we're on the topic, I would like to recommend a monthly manicure and pedicure at a nail salon.
Hey! Stop making funny faces over there! I'm serious!
Manicures and pedicures are becoming commonplace for men, and if you don't believe me, check out any recent Men's Health, Esquire, or GQ. Trust me, women (much more so than men) notice and pay attention to little details. If your hands and your feet look good, they'll notice. If they don't, they'll notice that, too.
Reason No. 2—Nail salons are a great place to meet chicks!
Cologne
Use two drops or a quick squirt of good cologne on your chest, the back
of your neck, in your hair, on your forearms, and even "down under."
Why there?
Because hair holds fragrance the longest. Plus, you never know who might be stopping by for a visit.
Are You Still Smoking?
Stop! Or at the least cut down... smoking is not only bad for your lungs,
but also your skin. You will get wrinkles earlier, have unsightly,
stained teeth, a not-so-appealing smell, and a not-so-attractive laugh.
Look, women just think it's gross. Okay?
Skin
It is very important to take care of your skin. If your face is dry,
use a facial cleanser instead of soap. Equally, whenever your skin
feels dry or is cracked and flaky—use moisturizer.
And although you've heard it a million times before, I will repeat it again for those in remedial class... a healthy diet is key to looking good, feeling good, staying healthy, and having great skin. Try to eat lots of fresh fruits and vegetables as vitamin C is not just excellent for the skin, but also for fighting off colds.
A bit of lusting after someone does wonders for the skin.
—Elizabeth Hurley
The Hair On Top of Your Head
Maintain a standing monthly appointment to get your haircut. On the other
hand, if you're bald, or going bald, embrace it! I mean think about
it... you don't see Michael Jordan or Vin Diesel turning to Rogaine,
do you?
Comb-overs? You're kidding, right? Of course you're kidding! Ha! Ha!
A few things to keep in mind for your next hair cut:
- When in doubt, go short.
- A little dab of styling gel will do. If it doesn't—cut it.
- Work in hair styling products from the back to the front.
- If you want texture without stiffness, use a styling paste after towel-drying your hair.
- Highlights and lowlights aren't just for women anymore.
Nose, Ear, and Eyebrow Hair
OK-here's the deal. When it comes to the hair in your nose and in your
ears there is only one rule: If you see it—cut it! It's that simple.
There are few things that rank higher on the "gross list." I
can't emphasize this enough.
- Buy an electric nose hair trimmer and look for hair to trim daily!
- I haven't seen a uni-brow I didn't want to pluck into two. They want to be independent. Help them.
- Mile-long eyebrows went out of style with Leonid Brezhnev. Trim them away.
A Word On The Beard
If you wear a full beard or lots of facial hair, you might be sporting
it for the wrong team. Most women do not like full beards. But if you
must, keep it under control, keep it trimmed, and keep it conditioned.
Shaving Tips
First off, if you've got a hot date and you're prone to getting 5 o'clock
shadow, please shave before you go out. Women hate to get "sand-papered"!
- Now that we've got that out of the way... shaving after a shower is ideal, as the warm water will have softened your beard. If you can't shower, wash your face with hot water and soap. Rinse with warm water, but don't dry before applying shaving cream.
- Shave with the grain of your beard and start with the sides of your face; save the neck and lip areas for last. The rule of thumb: leave problem areas—the "Gotcha Zones"—for last, allowing the moisturizing shaving gel or cream to do the most good in these delicate corners of the face.
- African-American guys can have coarse beards and would be better off using a creamy beard softener, as opposed to one that is foamy.
- Use double-track razors and change blades often—razor burn isn't fun or attractive.
- Invest in a Styptic Stick. It looks like a piece of white chalk and may sting a bit when applied, but it stops bleeding immediately.
- Use aftershave, it smells great and closes pores.
Sideburns
Are your sideburns even? Use your index finger to measure across, and
if one needs adjusting, shave it or use a beard trimmer for a nice,
neat line.
Body Hair
Chest hair: A little can be cute. A lot can be scary. Trim it with scissors,
wax it, or use an electric hair trimmer—whatever—but please
keep it natural looking.
Hair on the back? If you've got someone who can help you lose it with an electric trimmer, go for it. Otherwise, make the investment and get it waxed. You'll be glad you took the time... especially when you feel more confident letting your new lady dig her fingers into your smooth back.
Hair down-under: If you have so much hair that is starts to cover your thunder down-under, again, you know what to do... trim away.
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