How to grow and groom a moustache for Movember

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “You need to think about hair growth patterns, too; a full beard often pairs well with a classic moustache, while finer hair may look best with a more subtle style, like a pencil moustache.” Have patience Rome wasn’t built in a day. “This really depends on the individual – if you’ve heavy hair growth on your face, you could get your Movember moustache ready in less than a week,” says Andrew. You can also buy a moustache comb – Kent Brushes does a great one, to gently detangle.” Smith-Wood says scissors are a must, “For tools, a small pair of trimming scissors, a fine-toothed comb and a quality razor to keep edges sharp are essential.” Kent Brushes Handmade 73mm Beard and Moustache Comb, £4.50 King C. Gillette Beard and Moustache Trimmer, £17.99 Tweezerman G.E.A.R. “Depending on your moustache, you can use a mix of hair or beard waxes and beard oils,” explains Andrew, “but avoid anything too gel-like or heavy, as they may irritate the skin underneath.” Fudge Professional Hair Shaper Styling Wax Gel 75g, £16.49, Superdrug Captain Fawcett Expedition Strength Moustache Wax, £13