Make Papa Bear’s Day Extra Special With These Father’s Day Gift Ideas — As Seen on CBS Austin’s “We Are Austin”
Father’s Day is this Sunday so, if you’re still racking your brain for some ideas on what to buy for dad this year, look no further! I stopped by CBS Austin’s “We Are Austin” this morning to chat about fun and functional gifts for all kinds of dads: from fitness gurus to grill masters, dapper gents, and tech gurus. Check out the segment above (or click here to view it on CBSAustin.com) and read on for the details on all the goodies seen on TV!
BIRCHBOX GROOMING SUBSCRIPTION SERVICE & MODERN GROOMING LIMITED EDITION BOX
Dad deserves to feel as suave and dapper as James Bond, right? And that starts with being well-groomed — after all, 007 is always clean-shaven, his hair perfectly coiffed, his skin smooth and blemish-free. To help dad embrace his debonair side, introduce him to Birchbox’s grooming subscription service. For just $10/month, Birchbox members receive a box every single month with 5 deluxe samples of high-quality grooming essentials like shaving creams, moisturizers, body washes, and shampoo — all delivered right to their doorstep. You can buy dad a gift certificate for a 3-, 6- or 12-month subscription at Birchbox.com.
Want to give dad the ultimate grooming treasure chest? Then, check out the Birchbox Modern Grooming Limited Edition Box (pictured above), which was designed specifically for Father’s Day. It includes 8 essentials to take dad’s grooming routine to new heights: a full-size House 99 by David Beckham Greater Look Moisturizer; a full-size Blind Barber Watermint Gin Daily Face Cleanse; a full-size Marvis Toothpaste in Classic Strong Mint; an Olivina Men Exfoliating Bar Soap in a Bourbon Cedar scent; a travel-size Duke Cannon Bloody Knuckles Hand Repair Balm; a ModernMadeMan Leather Grooming Kit; a full-size bottle of Hims Heart Gummy Vitamins; a Cotton and Wax Blue Ridge Campfire Candle; and a BlackRock Leather ‘n’ Rich Leather Cleaner. The kit is valued at $160, and it’s available for $50 at Birchbox.com — and as an added plus, it comes in a sleek blue box with an orange grid pattern, so you can skip the wrapping paper and present it to dad as-is.
MASC BY JEFF CHASTAIN KUSCHELBAR
My husband always says that a beard is a passport to awesome. Not surprisingly, he has quite the beard! But, as we all know, great-looking beards don’t just happen — they take work and dedication. If you’re shopping for a dad who is always looking for the best ways to tame and smooth his beard, try moving beyond boar hair brushes, balms, and oils and instead giving him a true game-changing styling tool. Celebrity hairstylist Jeff Chastain, the mastermind behind the new grooming line MASC, recently introduced the groundbreaking KUSCHELBAR Hair & Beard Straightener ($100 at MASCbyJeffChastain.com), the first-every heated styling tool that straightens and smooths both beards and hair.
The compact heated styling brush is beyond easy to use: just comb through your beard or hair, working from roots to ends, until strands are as polished and soft as desired. The heat barrier comb design features bristles that glide across the face and scalp without harming the skin or leading to any burns. And, since it features a negative ion technology, the brush will strands hair while locking in moisture, preventing any heat damage. Even non-bearded fellas can use this handy tool as it will help them control frizzy, curly, and wavy locks.
Through June 17th, you can visit MASCbyJeffChastain.com and enter the code Daddy20 at checkout to save 20% on your order!
FOLIGAIN TRIPLE ACTION HAIR CARE SYSTEM
Sure, there are plenty of bald men who have become the object of women’s desire — just think of Bruce Willis, Vin Diesel, and The Rock — but the average fella isn’t exactly looking forward to rocking a hair-free dome. In fact, surveys suggest that going bald is the top aging-related fear among men. So if dad is making self-deprecating jokes about his receding hairline or a patch of thinning hair along the crown, help him turn back the clock with the Foligain Triple Action Hair Care System For Men ($44.95 at HEB stores). The kit includes a shampoo, conditioner and topical scalp serum that work together to improve scalp health and help hair appear thicker, fuller, and more youthful.
All the products are free of sulfates and parabens, and they’re powered by Foligain’s breakthrough Trioxidil technology, a triple-action complex that infuses the hair and scalp with key nutrients and botanicals, gradually releasing those ingredients over time to enhance effectiveness, then sealing them into strands. The formulas also contain hair strengtheners such as biotin, copper peptides, and pea sprout extract.
For ideal results, make sure to use the shampoo and conditioner 3-5 times per week and apply the serum once daily. For best results, massage the shampoo onto wet hair for 1-2 minutes, then let the product sit for another 3-4 minutes before rinsing, then follow with the conditioner, massaging it onto the scalp for 60 seconds, then rinsing. Complete the routine by applying four sprays of the serum directly to the area of hair loss or thinning on a daily basis. After spritzing the serum, massage it onto the scalp, wash your hands, and leave the product on for at least four hours before washing off (you can also leave it on indefinitely).
JCPENNEY GIFT IDEAS
Is dad always holding court over the grill, whipping up juicy burgers, zesty chicken wings, and tender ribs? Well, then he’ll love these grilling-related gifts available at JCPenney: first, the Wembley Grilling Tools set ($40 at JCPenney.com) which contains one stainless steel carving fork, one spatula, and one set of tongs; and second, the Wembley Grilling Apron ($32 at JCPenney.com), a hilarious and functional apron with tons of built-in and demarcated pockets that allow dad to keep his beer can and cell phone handy, while also keeping tracks of the ketchup and mustard he’ll need to dress up those burgers and hot dogs.
You can also rack up the points with dad by gifting him this Tri-Coastal Design Tabletop Pool Table ($60 at JCPenney.com) so he can perfect those jump shots and kiss shots in his man cave or even his office.
READY TO THRIVE! FROZEN SMOOTHIES
Making healthy nutritional choices while leading a hectic lifestyle with non-stop work and family commitments can prove to be quite the challenge. For instance, while we all love to whip up a nutrient-dense smoothie, doing so can take tons of time: from buying all the necessary ingredients to measuring them, chopping everything up, and so on. And who has the time for that much prep work on a busy day? Well, luckily, Ready to Thrive! smoothies help to simplify the process.
These all-natural frozen smoothies come in handy cups, and all the ingredients are ready to be blended, so there’s no prep work, no fruit and vegetable washing, no slicing or cutting, and no measuring needed. You just remove the cup’s lid and the protective film, fill the cup with your liquid base of choice — whether it’s coconut water or almond milk — then pour all the contents into your blender and wait for the mix to achieve the desired consistency. Next, you can pour the smoothie back into the cup, place the lid back on, and sip to your heart’s content!
Each flavor is packed with superfoods and contains no added sugars, so they’re a great way to make sure dad is getting the nutrition he needs to go from surviving to thriving.
You can pick these up at Target stores for $4.99 each.
PROBIOGEN MEGA SMOOTHIE BOOSTER
Another great gift for the health- and fitness-minded dad is the Probiogen Mega Smoothie Booster ($36.95 at GNC stores and GNC.com), a colorless powder that helps you supercharge your smoothie, packing them with an added nutritional boost.
Each scoop of the Probiogen Mega Smoothie Booster contains 20 vitamins and minerals including vitamin B12, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc and folic acid. It also includes Probiogen’s unique probiotics with Smart Spore technology, which are proven to survive and thrive in the gut 100 times better than other leading probiotics brands. Probiotics strains in the Mega Smoothie Booster include Bacillus coagulans HC, which helps to decrease gas and bloating, and Bacillus subtilis HU58, which decreases harmful bacteria and bolsters the immune system. The
By adding a scoop to your smoothie, then, you’ll get complete immune, digestive, and energy support —and, because the powder is tasteless, it won’t interfere with the flavor of your beverage.
Not a smoothie person? Then mix a scoop of the gluten-free, dairy- and soy-free, and sugar-free Mega Smoothie Booster into your yogurt or oatmeal.
GUARDLINE 1/4 MILE RANGE OUTDOOR MOTION SENSOR
Most Papa Bears pride themselves on being protectors and keeping their brood safe, which means they take special care when it come to safeguarding their castles. To ramp up your home security and give dad the peace of mind he desires, pick up the Guardline ¼ Mile Range Outdoor Motion Sensor ($159.99 at GuardlineSecurity.com) this Father’s Day.
The set is equipped with one wireless motion sensor and one receiver, so that dad will be notified whenever a person or vehicle enters his property. The receiver allows dad to program up to 4 different zones, allowing him to know which sensor was triggered and in what area. The sensor is easy to install, and you can expand upon this system as needed as it supports up to 16 sensors (4 sensors per zone).
There are 30 different tones to pick from, so dad can match different chimes with different sensors. Best of all, the system is incredibly reliable: the motion detector has been tested through thick forestry, hail storms, and gusty winds, and it’s proved extremely dependable in all these situations.
Sounds right up your dad’s alley? Well, visit GuardlineSecurity.com and use the code CBSAustin at checkout for $20 off your order!
BURLINGTON FASHION FINDS
Whatever dad’s style, you can give his wardrobe a refresh this Father’s Day with some quality pieces from Burlingon. Not only does Burlington offer a wide range of high-quality and on-trend garments from top brands, but it offers them at up to 60% off other retailers’ prices every day. Can’t beat that!
And get this: Burlington is opening a new store in Round Rock this August so, if you live north of Austin, make sure to mark your calendar and stay tuned for more news about the opening!
