Style

Colonel Cator's Grooming Regimen: Lesson #1 Drug Store Shake Down

Check out our expert's guide to the key essentials that you can get at your local pharmacist.

Not Available Lead
Image via Complex Original
Complex Original

Cator Sparks has been working in the grooming industry for over ten years. His career in men's grooming PR has seen the launch of Nickel and Baxter of California. Now, in his work as a journalist, he reviews many a lotion and can give a highly experienced two cents on everything from eye gel to hair loss. He can tell you the difference between Resveratrol and Retinol as well as how to wax the perfect mustache. In March 2010, he was commissioned a Colonel of Kentucky by Governor Steven L. Beshear. In short, he is here to help you.

OK people, we know this grooming ish is still new to wrap your head around, but that's where we come in. A grown man's grooming regimen should not take up loads of time, money or effort. Ergo, below you will find the top products you need for the next time you head to the drug store. Don't get distracted because with our neat cheat sheet, you can wipe this out in 10 minutes flat. Many drug stores have designated areas for men's grooming products. Start there. Insider tip: Some drug store brands are the best in the industry and countless professionals use them on their celebrity clients...

Basic Grooming


Start off with Dr. Bronners Magic Soap in Peppermint. It will invigorate your body before a long day of work. Just be careful when you get to scrubbing the family jewels, it's one hell of a tingle. You've been forewarned. Click here to Buy It Now at Dr. Bronner, $4

Here is where we get a little more aspirational:

Advanced Grooming

• CLICK HERE TO SEE MORE COMPLEX STYLE POSTS...

Stay ahead on Exclusives

Download the Complex App