Most guys treat grooming as an afterthought. Eric Bandholtz treated it as an empire! TOMORROW, Feb 17th @ 5:00 PM Central US, we’re sitting down with the man who redefined the modern beard: Eric Bandholtz. Whether you’re battling a patchy beard or trying to build a world-class brand, Eric is pulling back the curtain on: - The Grooming Blueprint: How to fix wiry, uneven, or bulky growth. - Cutting Through the Noise: Which products actually work vs. "marketing fluff." - The Psychology of Style: Using grooming to boost identity and confidence. - Brand Building: How he built an iconic brand in a crowded market. HOW TO JOIN: - Premium & VIP Members: You’re all set. Meeting link here: https://www.skool.com/bos/calendar?eid=72dc97153b3043a597fafc96b14e64a5 - Free Members: This is a private, paid members-only session. Don’t get left behind. Join / upgrade here to get access: https://www.skool.com/bos/plans Do you have questions for Eric? Drop them below in the comments! 👇

Have you ever noticed how some members start off highly engaged.. posting their SOTDs, sharing hauls, debating notes, hyping new releases.. and then slowly fade away? They comment less. They post less. They log in rarely. Some quietly leave altogether. What changed? Is it collection saturation? Financial fatigue? Repetitive content? Toxicity or subtle hierarchy? Conflicts between personalities? Overly critical comments? Life priorities shifting? Or does the initial excitement simply evolve into something quieter and more personal? Fragrance is emotional. It’s identity. It’s connection. But even passion communities go through seasons. Let’s talk about it openly: What makes members lose enthusiasm? What shifts happen internally? What can a community do to keep the fire alive.. without forcing hype? Real discussion. No judgment. Just growth.

I’ve been on the hunt for a nice crisp, not too challenging vetiver-forward fragrance and I keep drawing blanks. Anyone have any ideas? I know I have a weird nose and the slightest hint from a long list of notes can wreck a fragrance for me, but I gotta keep trying — right? For what it’s worth I do have and absolutely love a bottle of Dior Homme 2020, which to my nose has some appealing vetiver in it. Honestly, if there was something that was like that one with a twist, then I would jump on it. Here’s what I’ve tried so far and why they didn’t work for me: - TF Grey Vetiver EDP: orris and nutmeg ruin it for me - TF Grey Vetiver Parfum: too metallic and screechy - Lalique Encre Noire line: way too screechy (and Encre Indigo smells like burnt clams to me 🤷‍♂️) - Penhaligon Inimitable William: meh, a bit soft and not exciting - Terre d’Hermes line: I don’t love the flint/ metallics of that line (although… Eau Givree is growing on me and is a definite maybe, but I don’t think it has any vetiver in it) - Vetiver Sensuel: the floral note ruins it for me - Jo Malone Vetiver and Golden Vanilla: has a weird burnt rubber vibe to me - ELDO Fat Electrician: has the same weird burnt rubber vibe - Boss collection elegant Vetiver: I had this but sold it, the pistachio note was weird to me - Then there are probably scores of others that have Vetiver in them and do or don’t work for me, but I wouldn’t consider them Vetiver forward

Join us in raising a glass (and a bottle) to @Elliott Jones, one of our VIP members who just officially crossed the finish line of the Mission Fragrances Academy! 🏆 Not only did @Elliott Jones crush the program, but he’s now holding his framed Vivid Vision - the ultimate roadmap for his scent journey and personal growth. This isn't just a piece of paper; it’s the blueprint for the man he’s becoming. @Elliott Jones shared some incredible words about his experience, and honestly, this is exactly why we do what we do: "This Vivid Vision fills me with a deep sense of peace, purpose, and quiet confidence... it’s a guide keeping me focused on living intentionally and building a life that truly matters. Brotherhood of Scent is more than just a fragrance group - it’s a true community built on passion, respect, and shared appreciation for the art of scent... It truly feels like a brotherhood in every sense of the word. If you love fragrances and want to be part of a group that values quality conversation, encouragement, and real camaraderie, Brotherhood of Scent is second to none." Huge congrats again, @Elliott Jones! You’re a leader in this community, and we’re honored to have you. Drop a "CONGRATS" in the comments for @Elliott Jones! Let’s gooo! 👇 P.S. Want to access Mission Fragrance Academy and have your own Vivid Vision? Click here to upgrade to VIP: https://www.skool.com/bos/plans VIP membership also includes a FREE Mission Fragrances Set!

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