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Ah, I remember saving up my pennies to buy my dad an Old Spice gift set at the drug store when I was but a wee thing, and oh, but I was so proud. (Keep in mind that my old man was the kind of guy's guy who arguably may or may not have even bothered to use soap in the shower and in his last years when the bottled water craze started getting big he thought it was the most ridiculous pansy thing ever, but I digress.) Anyway, we've all come a long way since those days, and if you think we're confused about how to navigate the multitude of grooming products available out there, think how your poor dad must feel! So without further ado, it's the Product Fiend Father's Day Gift Guide.

The no-fuss dad
Wrap up a tube of does-it-all Jack Black All-Over Wash for Face, Hair & Body in some newspaper and you guys will both be happy and can immediately get back to drinking beers by the grill.

Hippie dad
Similarly, Dr. Bronner's all-natural, vegan/vegetarian, peppermint oil-laden mild castile soap doesn't cut dirt, it dissolves it. And apparently, you can also use it as a deodorant, a fruit and vegetable wash, and um, mouthwash!

Tanaholic dad
If you think remembering to use your sunscreen everyday is a bitch, what about how your dad feels? Oh sorry, he probably has never ever given a thought to the subject, and he's probably not just a little proud of that farmer tan he got working on the lawn last weekend. If he likes that crisp, golden bronze look of yesteryear, why not get him up to speed with his own batch of Clinique Non-Streak Bronzer for Men? How fun would it be to bond with your dad over self-tanner tips and goofs?

Daddy has to go away on business again dad
The Anthony Logistics 3-Piece Deluxe Gift Set contains Strength Body Wash Gel, Strength Shave Cream and Strength Body Spray, all in handy TSA-approved containers.

Weekend Warrior dad
Now if the man fancies himself a tough biker type, chances are he'll be a bit bemused at the idea of Kiehl's niceties, but hey, the theme is right on: The Jesse James Dopp Kit is exclusive to Kiehl's and inspired by Jesse James, (proprietor of West Coast Choppers and vintage bike collector), and includes Facial Fuel Energizing Face Wash, "White Eagle" Ultimate Brushless Shave Cream, Ultimate Man Body Scrub Soap, Facial Fuel Energizing Moisture Treatment and a deluxe sample of Ultimate Strength Hand Salve.

Metrosexual dad
Think metrosexuals are just a product of the twenty-first century? Au contraire. I actually have a friend whose dad has a walk-in closet filled with his many clothes, shoes, and yes, even a pampering station. Homeboy swears he's not gay, and whatever, all I'm sayin is, the metrosexual transcends boundaries and generations alike. For this discerning patron, gift a C.O. Bigelow Father's Day Gift Set, which contains a sampling of Bigelow Barber products created by the original metrosexual, proprietor Ian Ginsberg. It comes in either Elixir Black or Elixir Blue fragrances, and includes Body Spray, Hair & Body Wash, Cologne, Premium Shave Cream by Proraso and a bounce-back offer for free hair and body wash with any full size Barber purchase, 'cause you know metrosexual dad will be going back for more. [Ed. note: It seems that Bath & Body works has sold out of these gift sets to the early birds online, so head to your local shop to snag one.]