From the clean-shaven to the closely bearded, November is the month for males round the world to unite in the identify of males’s well being, and domesticate a mo’ to be pleased with.
The now world-famous ‘Movember’ heralds the starting of thirty days of experimental facial fuzz, with ‘Mo Bros’ doing their greatest to elevate as many funds as they’ll for The Movember Foundation, in assist of testicular, penile and prostate cancers, in addition to males’s psychological well being issues.
Emiliano Zapata sporting a large “Mexican” moustache
From the traditional handlebar to the Charlie Chaplin-style toothbrush, there are all method of eye-catching kinds to select from, but when that is your first time leaping on the moustache bandwagon you then’re going to want just a few hints and tips to be certain that you get the greatest out of the month.
Removing extra hair
If you’re clean-shaven from the get-go, then your job is a fairly straightforward one, with the hardest problem you face being using out the decidedly itchy development part. On the different finish of the scale, bearded gents could have to put aside somewhat extra time for a pruning session in preparation, eradicating all hair that doesn’t sit above the prime lip. Of course, it isn’t obligatory that you just achieve this, however so far as we’re involved, you may as nicely embrace the trigger and go for a stand-out look relatively than a ‘tache that appears to be misplaced in the forest.
General George Campbell of Inverneill sporting an imperial moustache
Before you begin, you’ll need to trim down any undesirable hair to a manageable size, as this may facilitate a neater shave and keep away from any pointless clogging when moving into with the razor. Cut hairs as shut to the pores and skin as you safely can, taking care not to get too carried away, as the very last thing you need is any ugly injury to the face spoiling your look. When you’ve completed, slather on a beneficiant layer of The Bluebeards Revenge Pre Shave Oil to soften and moisturise hairs, enhancing razor glide and stopping any nasty nicks or cuts when moving into for the shave. Leave to soak for ten minutes for optimum outcomes.
Next, whip your Taylor of Old Bond Street shaving cream right into a wealthy lather, making use of to the face utilizing a great high quality shaving brush reminiscent of The Bluebeards Revenge’s “Corsair” Super Badger Shaving Brush, as this may carry and coat every particular person hair, making for a smoother and nearer shave.
Remove extra hair together with your chosen razor, utilizing quick strokes and moving into – not in opposition to – the path of hair development, leaving solely the hair that sits above your higher lip remaining.
Friedrich Nietzsche with walrus moustache (Photography by F. Hartmann in Basel.)
Trimming your moustache
Whatever your chosen model, a well-groomed moustache is the look you need to obtain, so take the Kent Movember Moustache Comb and a splash of water and distribute evenly by combing hair downwards. Hold a pair of scissors parallel to the ends of the hair and trim all the means throughout, till your required size is achieved. Be warned – hair seems considerably shorter when dry, so leaving somewhat additional size is advisable simply in case.
Styling your mo’
When it comes to a pointy moustache, the secret is in the styling, and the Captain Fawcett Sandalwood Moustache Wax will change into your greatest buddy. For longer kinds, heat a small quantity between your fingertips and easy outwards and upwards for greatest outcomes. If you’re going for one thing a lot shorter, apply somewhat for maintain and comb by way of.
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