By Deena Campbell
Photography by Ron Reeves

Mekhi Phifer has staying power, having debuted on the big screen 15 years ago in Spike Lee’s Clockers. These days, he’s fighting crime in the Fox TV series Lie to Me. You might think a man who has spent countless hours in a makeup chair would use an arsenal of expensive products to preserve the sexy on camera. Wrong! This guys’ guy sticks to the basics and keeps his grooming game classic and uncomplicated.

1. Sebastian Penetraitt shampoo ($12.95) and Light conditioner ($13.95) 2. Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula lotion ($6.79) 3. Sea Breeze astringent ($5.99) 4. Orly Nails for Males ($10) 5. Dove Men + CARE bar soap ($3.19 for two bars) 6. Marc Jacobs men’s cologne ($58) 7. ChapStick lip balm ($2.49).

WHEN PHIFER WANTS TO BE GROOMED IN STYLE, he heads over to his barber, Travarla Saffore, on Sunset Boulevard for the ultimate makeover. “I get my haircut, shave, and massage at Saffore’s,” he says. “It’s the slickest spot to get your male grooming on in L.A., bar none!” Saffore’s. 8418 Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood, CA. 323.204.9886. saffores.com