Thread: Handlebar Mustache vs. Straight Razor

The way you describe (handfull of handlbar when you get close) is my technique exactly. It's really not that different than stretching the skin or moving your nose and stuff around so you can get a good angle. True your fingers get wet but you can always just keep a towel handy. What kind of wax are you using? I've found that when I use the harder stuff (most notably Firehouse) eventually the hair gets trained and even when you wash it the moustache retains a pretty handlebarred appearance and your stash isn't wondering all over your face.

@str8fencer: The appliance you're referring to is called a snood. Can't say I really understand its purpose but it seems to be so that your moustache doesn't get messed up when you sleep (as if I actually care what it looks like when I''m sleeping.) Besides, first thing in the morning I'm going to take a shower and fix it anyway. Here's a link to one Stern Moustache Snood | RoyalShave. Completely not practical for shaving. Reminds me of one of the head gear retainers some kids used to wear, looks like and unneccessary PITA to me.

MJC: One of the best write ups I have seen as far as mustaches go. Excellent tips!

I pretty much always shower just before I shave, so my moustache is usually wax-free, and hanging straight down. I move it out of the way just like you're describing. I've always got a hand towel close by when I'm shaving. I dry my hands and sometimes the tang before each pass.