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I've been growing a gotee (spelling?) lately but have a few (well, more than a few) whacky whiskers that want to shoot off into strange directions as they grow out. I'm wondering if a touch of moustache wax would be the solution? Any suggestions are most welcome. One brand over another, or maybe some other method to tame them that i'm not aware of. thanks pardeners.
I use Clubman. Stay away from CVS knock off. It doesn't have enough body. I'm glad you asked this question and will watch for other answers. I haven't found anything better than Clubman but wouldn't mind trying something else.
Back when I had a handlebar I tried the Clubman wax and was very let down by it. After a few hours, the wax started to flake off and it looked like I had dried out food in the mustache. No it wasn't food! :soapbox:
For just a few flyaway whiskers, try a pomade. Murray's makes a decent THICK wax type pomade. Sally's Beauty Supply should sell it. It's in an orange tin with a gentleman with an afro on the lid! The smell is almost like a sweet tobacco. I believe the price was about $5 and that is enough to last you a lifetime.
for my handlebar - which I'm growing again after letting the lip breathe free for a couple of months - I use clubman as well. I know there are many others out there, but to just keep a couple of strays on track, you can't beat the price. Like it was previously mentioned, if you put it on too thick, it will get crusty and flake off, and you'll look like you were rooting around in Styrofoam shavings.
I have tried Colonel Conk's as well. It was ok. I liked the smell, but didn't have enough gusto to keep the whiskers in check. Also - it was petrolatum based. As is Murrays. Petrolatum = vaseline.
Just be weary that petrolatum based "waxes" can be very difficult to wash out. Many people recommend using dishwashing soap to get it out effectively. But it can definitely get the job done.
The best thing that I have found for controlling my mustache is Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip balm. It does an excellent job without being sticky or hard to wash out. It smells much better than most of the mustache waxes out there,which is a good thing considering that it is right under your nose. It gives just enough hold without being stiff, and does a good job conditioning/softening my whiskers. Use just a bit to keep the unruly hairs where you want them, or use a bit more to hold the twist and curl of your handlebars perfectly. I also think that it is one of the best protective/healing lip balms on the market.
Oregon wild hair mustache wax. Nuff said.
Goatee. But, just to get it straight, is it a goatee or a VanDyke (named for the artist)? Goatee is on the chin only (many variations, but it does not include a moustache), VanDyke is a mustache (or moustache (pick your spelling, either is correct) and a chin beard, joined or not (again, many variations, but always includes a moustache).Quote:
Originally Posted by michaelcassani
I use Col. Conk when I want to wax it. Washes out easily with soap and water. I'm not a serious waxer, so I'm not up on all the stasch waxes, but Conk does what I want on occasion, just a bit of control over wavy whiskers. I'd take the advice from the others who have replied.
Sounds good. I'll give it a go and thanksQuote:
Originally Posted by DMHarper
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Originally Posted by captp
Thanks. It's a VanDyke. Never heard that term before and like the sound of it more than "goatee".
I'll have to see if i can track it down. Thanks for the suggestionQuote:
Originally Posted by hornm
firehouse wax smells lovely and gets the job done.. i've noticed that they recently started carrying it at westcoastshaving.com
Without a doubt...the BEST moustache wax is made by a fellow named John Pitts in Mississippi. It is called Firehouse Moustache Wax. I had a handlebar stache for quite some time and this stuff was excellent in not just keeping the whiskers together, but it held the curl shape all day! I even wore it through a marathon....it looked as good after 26.2 miles, as when I started. I use the "Wacky Tacky" product.
Not a wax, but an idea...
I've got coarse wavy hair, and wiry whiskers. I wear a Van Dyke just about always, but every once in a while have issues with hairs looking scraggly. To keep my hair from looking like crap every day, I use a conditioner. When I get wild whiskers I just apply the conditioner to my chin/lip just like I do to the rest of my hair. Within a day or two they soften up and will comb together with the others.
FWIW & YMMV
+100 Oregon Wild Hair is the gold standard of stash waxes. I've tried Clubman as well as various pomades and for lightweight jobs they would work but for serious business my choice would be Oregon Wild Hair.Quote:
Originally Posted by hornm
Michael let me look at home. I may have another travel tube of the OWH. If so I'll send it to you no charge.
Michael - Horn
im using this on my goattee.
Woody's Grooming - Pomade
and to make it easy to put in i use a cheap Military style boar hair brush (3 bucks at the PX).
I've been raising a stash for a few months now again.Got it goin good,but up till now have just been using the Col. Conk. How are the Firehouse and the Oregon wild hair comparably speaking.Does any one know per chance. I need a good wax that smells good and conditions but hold nice ? Or maybe I'm just being redundant and not reading the reviews here well enough ?:shrug: P.S. Has any one used Cedar Hill farm wax ?
Any recommendations on application? I just got some Firehouse Mustache wax the other day and can't quite figure out how to get it to work.
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Originally Posted by hornm
I have heard that this stuff is tops from a few people. I will give it a try soon. A friend of mine gave me a tin of this: Cowboy Stache Wax So far, my handlebar likes it. It holds everything in place and doesn't crust up, it's clear too.
rub a small bit between your thumb and forefinger the get it warmed up and then just start pulling your moustache in the direction you want it to go.. i know a few people who really cake it on.. i don't think that is necessary..Quote:
Originally Posted by jeffy
Firehouse moustache wax is the way to go. I used the wacky tacky until an unfortunate incident with the straight edge so watch out.
http://www.firehousemoustachewax.com/
I'm pretty new to mustache waxing, it seems like I'm putting too much in. Even with what I'm putting in it, the hairs still seem to be a bit crazy still.Quote:
Originally Posted by vthomlinson
Try Petal Pusher Fancies organic "dandy candy moustache trainer" a little goes a long way! check out their site they have over 10 varieties of wax to choose from so you are sure to find one that suits you! Plus they also make a mustache wax remover!!!! I love the stuff and can't get enough! good luck mate!Quote:
Originally Posted by jeffy
http://petalpusherfancies.com
PS- they also have an instructional video on how to use mustache wax, that may prove helpful! here it is: petalpusherfancies - YouTube
Firehouse wax , wacky tacky......best hold ever.:)
I like firehouse but I think Dandy Candy wins. part of my job is reviewing mustache waxes and trainers and I believe I have a bit of insight on this matter. Regardless, we all have our favorites such is the nature of brand loyalty. Just keep your eye on Petal Pusher Fancies for there is a buzz about them. chau!Quote:
Originally Posted by Nightblade