From a spick-and-span sportsman to a debonair director, six influential men show us the bag, and the grooming essentials, they never leave home without.

A well-groomed man without a wash bag is like a cyclist without a puncture kit. For those of us less blessed with such dermal know-how and folic fixes, a steer on where to start is helpful. Which products actually deliver on their lofty promises? Which ones deserve their place in the elite club of Château Wash Bag? With such burning grooming guidance in mind, MR PORTER asked a handful of friendly (and well-kept) faces to unzip their dopp kits and discuss their personal selection of go-to products.

When not showing his sporting prowess on the field, the (currently injured) wide receiver and Super Bowl champion for the New York Giants is keen on displaying style credentials. He has been named on Vanity Fair’s International Best-Dressed List 2014 and appeared in MR PORTER in September.

**TOD’S TEXTURED-LEATHER WASH BAG **“I love this Tod’s toiletries bag – it’s simple but the beautiful Italian leather _adds a touch of elegance.”

_LE LABO SANTAL 33 PERFUME OIL _ “Santal 33 by Le Labo is my go-to scent. It makes me feel confident and I wear it day or night with a suit or a sweat suit.”

_LAVETT & CHIN COCONUT MOISTURIZING FACIAL MIST _ “Constant travel makes my skin very dry; this Lavett & Chin coconut mist on the plane provides instant hydration.”

C.O.BIGELOW CHAPPED HANDS REMEDY “With winter coming and as a guy who uses his hands for a living, I am constantly reaching for this C.O.Bigelow chapped hands remedy.”

CZECH & SPEAKE NUMBER 88 SHAVING SET AND SOAP “The design and function of this Czech & Speake shaving kit is the perfect topper for my sink as well as my grooming needs.”

D R HARRIS ABBEYHORN BOAR-BRISTLE HAIRBRUSH “I keep brushes stashed everywhere. My car, my office, my locker and even my fiancée Elaina’s purse! This D R Harris horn-boar bristle brush is another go-to.” _

A global upbringing in Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, London and New York steeped in cultural education makes Mr Marcus Teo an expert in wash bag essentials. Accepting the VP/ creative director helm at Georg Jensen in May 2014 has allowed him to exercise his creative vision in taking the heritage Danish brand into a new era of innovative design and growth.

ALFRED DUNHILL CHASSIS LEATHER-TRIMMED WASH BAG “Functional, tough, and dresses up any hotel bathroom. I like Dunhill’s carbon-fibre finish to the banding and piping.”

LE LABO VETIVER 46 BODY OIL “Scents are really important to me. This feels like home – a lovely cross between the tropics and tiffin.”

DIPTYQUE L'OMBRE DANS L'EAU TRAVEL SPRAY “My go-to scent for the past 15 years – I won’t let a civilised day go by without it.” diptyqueparis.eu

CZECH & SPEAKE LEATHER-BOUND MANICURE SET “For presentable nails on the go. Keeps the fingers perfectly groomed and the case is sturdy enough for multiple trips – just make sure it’s in your hold bag!”

LAVETT & CHIN SEA SALT TEXTURISING MIST “For keeping the breezy sea-swept hair vibe everywhere I go. It reminds me of my surf days.”

KIEHL’S FACIAL FUEL ENERGIZING SCRUB “I love this. It scrubs away the dead and dull skin from travel and lack of sleep _for a constant sporty glow.” _

As founder of Workshop, London’s coolest new gym in the opulent Bulgari Hotel, Mr Mullins is asked to travel extensively with his elite clientele of models, actors, financiers and CEOs. Always impeccably turned out, he’s something of a product know-it-all too and is therefore the perfect person to disclose his personal wash bag line-up.

**WANT LES ESSENTIELS DE LA VIE KENYATTA LEATHER-TRIMMED ORGANIC COTTON-CANVAS WASH BAG **_“When it comes to selecting your preferred dopp kit nobody does them better than Want Les Essentiels. Firstly, the meticulous design means that there is a lot of space for your products. Secondly, the use of the durable canvas means it will last and is worth the investment. The pattern along the zip adds a playful element to the otherwise unfussy design.”

_MARVIS CINNIMINT TOOTHPASTE “Cinnamon is one of my favourite things – I often use it in my food, shakes and even my toothpaste. I love the smell and taste of this one – I have used Marvis for years. It doesn’t hurt that the tubes look cool on the sink too.”

FOREO ISSA SILICONE TOOTHBRUSH “Your teeth are a good indication of the way you take care of yourself; to me it’s as important as working out. After going through a year of Invisalign treatment [the gum shields that straighten your teeth] I’m investing in this toothbrush to keep them looking pearly.”

DR JACKSON’S NATURAL PRODUCTS 04 COCONUT MELT “I use this if my skin and hands become dry and chapped in the winter. It’s natural and free from any toxic ingredients – and the Dr Jackson’s packaging is also very cool.”

BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA CHROME-PLATED SAFETY RAZOR “The only razor that doesn’t give me razor burn is this one from Baxter of California. I use one despite the fact that I have a beard trimmer to tidy up edges and stray fuzz on my cheek and neck.”

REN SKINCARE TAMANU HIGH GLIDE SHAVING OIL “My fiancée bought this for me last Christmas and I have continued to use it since. REN only uses completely natural ingredients. It takes the pain out of shaving.”

KIEHL’S CROSS-TERRAIN ANTI-PERSPIRANT DEODORANT STICK _“This is the best deodorant I have found as it keeps me smelling clean even after a tough work-out. Plus it’s free from nasty parabens.” kiehls.co.uk _

Mr David Evans started his blog Grey Fox in December 2011 in response to the difficulties many men over 40 have in deciding what to wear and how to dress. Such men should be grateful too – since he keeps pressure on the fashion industry not to forget these silver foxes when it comes to style, clothes and accessories. An avid traveller and passionate city cyclist – this is one man that knows the importance of a well-packed dopp kit.

PAUL SMITH SHOES & ACCESSORIES PRINTED LEATHER-TRIMMED WASH BAG “Wash bags tend to be plain and utilitarian; this Paul Smith bag brings a touch of colour and humour with its tromp-l’oeil X-ray print of its contents.”

**PENHALIGON’S BAYOLEA DEODORANT STICK ** _“Day-long protection and a lasting fragrance from Penhaligon’s, the English heritage perfumer. _I actually find this as effective as many spray deodorants.”

C.O.BIGELOW CHAPPED HANDS REMEDY “A non-greasy solution to hands dried by travel, work, sun, cold, wind, air-conditioning and a day on the bike.”

D R HARRIS WINDSOR KIT “Everything for your shaving needs, including a refreshing aftershave milk that doubles as a delicate fragrance. A favourite of mine from D R Harris, a quintessentially English gentleman’s grooming brand.”

FLORIS LONDON SANTAL MOISTURISING BATH & SHOWER GEL “A rich and fragrant gel from Floris, the classic British perfumer. The peppery, lemony aroma is very welcome first thing in the morning.”

PATRICKS M2 MAT FINISH MEDIUM HOLD POMADE “With a gentle scent and mat finish, this Patricks pomade provides low-profile control for your hair.”

You might not recognise Mr Gregory Buntain without his mechanical appendage – his motorcycle. The co-founder/ principal designer at Fort Standard first appeared on MR PORTER back in August in our collaboration with Belstaff – watch the film here. A stickler for beautiful details, Mr Buntain’s passion for design is expressed through Fort Standard’s renowned home goods collection and high-end furniture and lighting designs.

MULBERRY FULL-GRAIN LEATHER WASH BAG “This Mulberry leather wash bag just reads ‘no frills’ with its robust brass zippers and full-grain leather. This one’s a lifer.”

BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA CLAY POMADE “This is the only hair product I use as it provides great hold and doesn’t look greasy. It’s also pretty water-resistant so it can continue to provide hold even after a quick dip in the ocean.”

LE LABO VETIVER 46 PERFUME OIL “I’m very picky about my fragrance, as I don’t wear one daily, but this Vetiver keeps the woody cedar scent going long after I’ve left the wood shop.”

MALIN + GOETZ PEPPERMINT SHAMPOO “Refreshing smell in a quality product, Malin + Goetz does it right.”

D R HARRIS NAIL BRUSH “I work with my hands, so a proper nail brush is an important, simple tool to use after using much larger, louder and dirtier tools and machines.”

D R HARRIS SMALL TORTOISESHELL ACETATE COMB “The best way to cure motorcycle helmet hair in style.”

C.O.BIGELOW TWEEZERMAN FOLDING NAIL CLIPPER “There are so many cheap nail clippers out there, finding a simple folding design with nice proportions is refreshing.”

As MR PORTER’s Buying Director, Mr Toby Bateman is in charge of all elements of the menswear offered across more than 200 brands. Before joining the company in February 2011 he had stints at House of Fraser, Harvey Nichols and Selfridges, so needless to say, Mr Bateman knows good product when he sees it. Combine that with the fact that he is on a plane almost weekly and you get the perfect authority on wash bag essentialism.

VALEXTRA GRAINED LEATHER WASH BAG _“Valextra designs durable and elegant leather goods and this wash bag is no exception. I really like the storm-blue grained leather – it matches the messenger bag that I already own from this collection.” _

AĒSOP CORIANDER SEED BODY CLEANSER  “I really like the smell of this cleanser by Aēsop. The refreshing coriander in this helps to freshen me up on those cold mornings when getting up isn’t easy.”

PERRICONE MD NOURISHING MOISTURISER “This Perricone moisturiser is perfect for combating dry wintery skin – it’s really hydrating without being too oily.”

REN SKINCARE VITA MINERAL LIP BALM “There is nothing worse than chapped lips in winter and the shea butter extracts keeps this at bay – a wash bag hit.”

D R HARRIS WINDSOR AFTERSHAVE MILK _“I really like the citrus and peppery smell of this. It’s also really light so I don’t suffer from any post-shave irritation.” _

**BYREDO SUNDAY COLOGNE EAU DE COLOGNE ** “I love everything about this Byredo scent. The flask design looks very elegant on my shelf and my wife also wears this fragrance so one bottle works for both of us on a trip – not sure if it’s weird that we both smell the same...”

PANKHURST STYLING CONDITIONER “Pankhurst is an exciting new addition to the MR PORTER grooming range. I’ve been having my hair cut by the founder, Brent, for several years. This lightweight conditioner keeps my hair fresh and manageable – and smells great too.” pankhurstlondon.com