PRE-SEASON | JUJU SMITH-SCHUSTER

We’re a few months away from the start of the upcoming NFL season, but while we wait, we caught up with Super Bowl LVII Champ JuJu Smith-Schuster, Wide Receiver for the Kansas City Chiefs to talk about the upcoming season, his nuptials, and partnership with Just For Men® Gray Reverse.

ATHLEISURE MAG: We’re all looking forward to the upcoming NFL season! What are you excited about as you get ready to hit the field?

JUJU SMITH-SCHUSTER: I’m most excited to be back around my teammates and players. Going into my 10th year, I look back and appreciate that I’ve been very fortunate to play for great teams, and now I’m just excited to give it another go this year.

AM: What is gameday like for you in terms of pre-game rituals?

JSS: There’s two songs that I always listen to before each game. I also love eating Mambas, and going through my normal routines like praying before each game. I always pray for my team, myself and our health.

AM: How do you approach your tunnel style?

JSS: It’s very important to me. When you look good, you feel good and you play well. It starts first with your hair. I get a haircut every week, and being able to partner with Just For Men is important because with Gray Reverse it’s important to me to make sure I look good and play well. I’m huge into fashion - I even have my own clothing brand. It’s a way for me to express my thoughts, feelings and emotions.

AM: Why did you want to partner with Just for Men?

JSS: For me, partnering with a brand like Just For Men fits into my lifestyle. I see myself as a guy who puts in work, and Just For Men is a leading name for hair and grooming, and for me, that’s what I’m all about.

AM: Why is it important to have a proactive anti-aging grooming routine?

JSS: I’m getting to that age where everyone’s calling me “unc.” Just For Men Gray Reverse is the ultimate anti-aging hack and it is super easy to apply. You can apply the serum to wet hair, dry hair and it really goes a long way in your grooming routine.

AM: You’re about to get married, how do you balance between the festivities around your wedding and training during the off season?

JSS: I’m getting married this year and it’s going to be so fun. My soon to be wife is the planner, I’m more like “Hey, I’ll just show up.” She’s been so great about putting this all together and planning. I’ll be on camera a lot, so it’s important for me to begin using Gray Reverse now. She is big into beauty, so she inspired me to have a good grooming routine.

AM: What can you tell us about how you will groom and style yourself for the wedding?

JSS: The morning of my wedding I’m planning to golf, and I’ll need to get ready, take a shower, brush my teeth, fix my hair and apply Gray Reverse to help me feel young and feel super confident. I told my fiance that if I hit a hole in one that morning, I will come straight to the wedding early. That would be awesome.

AM: Tell us about Afi Fire and what we can expect from that?

JSS: My clothing brand is called Afi Fire, and in Samoian it means “A fire inside.” It relates to having that fire in you about what you’re passionate about. I just dropped collection three, of Afi Frost, in collaboration with a tattoo artist in Polynesia named Fred Frost. The brand is really about expressing my passion through clothes.

AM: Tell me about The JuJu Foundation!

JSS: The JuJu Foundation is a non-profit foundation where we lift young kids and elders in spirit and give back in so many ways whether that’s football camps, donations and more.

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PROPER GROOMING TIPS FOR MEN

Let’s face it, the beauty industry nowadays isn’t just targeting ladies any longer – gentlemen have as much right to feel clean and look impeccable! Gone are the days of skipped showers and untrimmed beards, the man of the 21st century knows the importance of following certain beauty rituals in order to showcase the best version of himself, and with no shame.

In that spirit of rekindled love for hygiene, we’ve gathered some essential tips and tricks for guys to properly groom and freshen themselves up. From hair to skin and nails, it’s crucial to adopt a routine that will guarantee you looking sharp everyday. 

We’ve also included some products and commodities you’ll certainly find useful to have in your bathroom.

Visit your barber, regularly

Unless you’re going for a negligé bad boy look, one of the first things you should consider to improve your daily appearance is to pay your barber a visit on a regular basis. Regardless of its length or how much of it you have on your head, your hair needs a cut from time to time in order to stay sharp-looking. Let your barber give you recommendations on which hairstyle best suits you.

Choose the right hair products

Even with that, it’s essential to choose the right toiletries to have your hair looking and feeling healthy. Skip the cheap shampoo and select a product that’s appropriate to your hair type: straight, curly, prone to breakage or dandruff, etc. With an effective shampoo, your hair is bound to look thick and lustrous. Remember that synthetic gels, sprays and other hair pastes aren’t fashionable anymore. Keep it organic.

Keep your bathroom organized

Start thinking of your bathroom as your temple of beauty. As any sacred place, it must be well-equipped and organized for you to be able to prepare conveniently in the morning. This is why you should invest in keeping your space neat; there are several brand options, including this one here, which will help you in compartmentalizing your toiletries for easier and better access, along with some friendly grooming tips. A must for those looking to optimize their time in the bathroom.

Pamper your beard

Beards are a renewed trend in male grooming. A modern man does not have a beard, in fact, he wears it. As with anything that adorns your face, it should be kept trimmed and hydrated to avoid getting that caveman allure. Purchasing a beard kit that includes trimmer, scissors and oil is a fantastic idea to stay on top of your facial bush. You’ll find plenty of these kits available online.

Keep it short

Speaking of bushes, it’s important for any well-groomed man to keep his private parts from looking like a wild jungle. Pubes aren’t sexy anymore. Yes, we’re talking about both the pillar and the stones. Depending on your skin sensitivity, you’ll want to opt for either depilatory cream, trimmer or the good old razor (careful with that last one!). So start being proactive, and don’t just wait for a date night with your girlfriend to mow the lawn.

Adopt a healthy skin care routine

Know that the first step towards glowing skin is hydration and a balanced diet. Limit sweets, fast foods and saturated fat contents. This will prevent acne, rashes and other nuisances. 

Next, consider a few things:

• You need a face wash to cleanse your face, no more than twice a day. Popular options include water-based solutions or foams, depending on skin type (normal, dry, oily, combination).

• Invest in a quality moisturizer to hydrate your face and body, particularly in winter if your skin is prone to dryness.

• A weekly scrub is a great ritual to eliminate dead skin cells and feel refreshed. Look for ones with active ingredients such as charcoal.

The importance of nails

Now, we’re not suggesting you get a monthly mani-pedi (although, why not), yet it’s important to cut your fingernails and toenails on a regular basis. Along with your facial hair, nails are a prime and immediate indicator of your level of overall hygiene to strangers; failing to take care of them will result in bad, long-lasting first impressions. Again, proactive.

Fragrances: Less is more

While we all love getting compliments on how good we smell, it’s best to use deodorants and perfumes sparingly. Keep in mind that spraying yourself to death is not an alternative to your daily shower.

All things considered, gentlemen’s style is as much about fashion as it is about grooming these days. Any modern man should adopt these recommendations in order to look impeccable and to feel immaculate. Don’t just up your game to impress the ladies, do it for a healthier and finer lifestyle.

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