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Perfect hair isn’t about chasing the flashiest trend. It’s about understanding what actually works for your face, your hair texture, and your lifestyle. James Florencondia has built a career teaching the world how to get it right. We caught up with the FCVNDO mastermind for a quick, no-nonsense Q&A on the future of men’s style, the five grooming essentials every man should own by now, and the daily habits that could be ruining your look
GQ Philippines: What do you feel will be the next hairstyle trends coming up before the end of 2026?
James Florencondia: I believe we’ll continue moving toward softer, more lived-in hairstyles. Less overly sharp cuts, more natural movement and texture. Haircuts that work with the person’s natural hair and are easy to maintain—wash-and-wear styles that still look intentional.
What are five grooming essentials that a man should have in his home?
A quality shampoo and conditioner, a styling product suited to your hair type, a razor or beard trimmer, a hair dryer, and last but not least, a facial cleanser and moisturizer.
EDC (Everyday Carry) is a popular trend with men. If we could have an EDC grooming kit, what would be in it?
Get a pocket comb, a travel-size styling product, lip balm, a small cologne atomizer, and face wipes.
What are your biggest no-nos when it comes to male grooming procedures? And what are Pinoys often guilty of doing that may cause more harm than good when it comes to hair, moustache, grooming, and skin care?
One common mistake is leaving hair to air-dry. Hair is at its weakest when it’s wet, so leaving it wet for too long can make it more prone to damage. Another is forcing a hairstyle that doesn’t suit you. The best haircut isn’t the trendiest one; it’s the one that complements your face shape, hair type, and lifestyle.
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James Florencondia is the founder of FCVNDO, a master barber, and a global educator known for teaching modern men’s grooming and hairstyling. His approach emphasizes practical, personalized grooming over trend-chasing, encouraging men to choose styles that suit their face shape, hair type, and lifestyle.
According to James Florencondia, late 2026 will continue the shift toward softer, more lived-in hairstyles that embrace natural movement and texture. Instead of overly sharp cuts, he expects more wash-and-wear styles that work with a person’s natural hair and are easy to maintain while still looking intentional.
Hair is at its weakest when it’s wet. Letting it air-dry for too long can make it more susceptible to damage.
