Men are taking stock in their appearance now more than ever before. In fact, the average American man now worries about his appearance more than his health or professional success. But that makes sense, in a way. Because when you look good, you feel good. It all stems from self confidence and one's ability to believe in himself—clear skin, good hair, can't lose. Or something like that, right?

If you're looking to put your best foot forward, you'll have to put in the work. After all, a gentleman requires a decent amount of grooming, from head to toe. But if you're a regular Valet. reader, you have all the basics covered. You don't need us to tell you that your medicine cabinet should be stocked with nail clippers and a pair of tweezers. But you could benefit from some of the more recent developments in grooming gear. High-tech items and old school remedies that have risen up because they deliver results. We had the team test a wide range of products to bring you the very best—the ones that really made a difference in how we looked and felt about our skin, hair and teeth. Herewith, the tools you should consider adding to your arsenal.