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Leon Hedgepeth

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articles (90 days)

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The Best Skin Care for Sensitive Skin Won't Irritate Your Face
No burn, no redness, no regrets.
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I Found an Overshirt That Outsmarts the Forecast
Call it a shacket if you must, but L.L.Bean's insulated button-up is the ideal layer for topsy-turvy weather.
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The Jeans You're Going to See Everywhere This Spring Are Neither Skinny Nor Baggy
Madewell's barrel-leg Arc pants bring a runway-coded silhouette to the masses—and they're just the beginning.
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Beard Club Beard Trimmer Review: Tried & Tested (2026)
My under-$100 trimmer has a long-lasting battery, easy controls, and enough guards to handle every beard from stubble to full-blown lumberjack.
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Nècessaire’s Double-Duty Exfoliator Helped Me Become My Most Supple Self
Nècessaire’s full-body exfoliant delivers smoother, clearer skin.
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New Balance 99X Mega-Test: Which Iconic Sneaker Is Right for You?
After months of wear, I figured out which iconic grey New Balance reigns supreme.
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6 Best Tower 28 Products of 2026 for Even the Most Sensitive Skin
Built around hypochlorous acid and designed for reactive skin, these dermatologist-tested products have quietly become the most reliable items in my skincare routine.
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Why I Keep Coming Back to Gap
I've sworn by the unassuming American brand long enough to dress my own kid in it. Here's how the approachable stalwart captivated yet another generation.
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23 Best Skin Care Brands on Amazon 2026
Whether you’re battling breakouts, flaky skin, or eczema, the everything store has it all.
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These Wallabee Lookalikes from ECCO Are So Comfortable, the Unc Accusations Don’t Bother Me
Cushy walking shoes from ECCO’s weirdest sub-label have me sliding gracefully into retirement mode.
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Vintage Nerds, Abercrombie Has Finally Heard Our Cries
Short of scouring the aftermarket yourself, the A&F archive line is the fastest way to score a rugged gem from the brand's '90s-era heyday.
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My 9-Step, Headache-Free Morning Routine for Sensitive Skin
How burnout, fatherhood, and a career pivot transformed my mornings—and a skin care regimen that actually works.
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6 Indie Sneaker Brands Every Burned-Out Kicks Enthusiast Should Know
These upstart labels are pushing the category forward through left-field collaborations, archival deep-cuts, and silhouettes that look a lot weirder than what you'll find in Beaverton.
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Engineer Boots Make Your Blundstones Look Dainty
The heavy-duty buckled silhouette boasts a century of pipe-laying pedigree, but it feels just as tough divorced from the jobsite.
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5 J.Crew Designs That Defined the Brendon Babenzien Era
The outgoing creative director educated guys on the virtues of barn jackets and giant chinos. Hang his tweed blazer from the rafters—and then buy one for yourself.
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7 In-House Brands the Real Menswear Nerds Are Buying
Private labels are built on deep industry relationships and an obsessive approach to sourcing, and they offer an incredible value for your dollar.
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How to Dress Like JFK Jr.
4 ways to replicate the sui generis swagger of the Kennedy clan's oddball menswear icon.
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5 Best California Naturals Products of 2026 to Bring Clean Grooming to the Whole Family
With food-grade fragrances, sensitive-skin formulas, and accessible prices, the brand has quietly become a staple in our shower.
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The Best Down Vests for Men in 2026 Are a Warm Hug You Can Wear
Lightweight, compact, and way easier to shimmy out of than your aunt's crushing embrace.
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All the Flamingo Estate Soap Bricks, Ranked (2026)
From the softly sweet Manuka Honey to the unmistakably savory Heirloom Tomato, here’s how they actually stack up.
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10 Best Body Oils to Rescue Dry, Flaky Skin in 2026
These rich, skin-quenching oils deliver deep moisture so your skin feels smooth, supple, and luminous all day long.
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