@mikemonnette How to grow a moustache if you've got weak facial hair #moustache #mensstyle #mensstyleguide #mensfashion #mensgrooming #mensgroomingtips ♬ Romantica - YannaY & Cafe De Anatolia
Growing a mustache when you have patchy or weak facial hair can feel like an uphill battle. I know this struggle firsthand—I’ve made plenty of mistakes trying to grow one, and for a long time, it just didn’t look good. I can’t grow a full beard, but I’ve learned a few tricks that help me maintain a mustache that actually looks decent. Here’s what works:
1. Trim from the Bottom—Not the Whole Thing
A common mistake is taking clippers and trimming everything evenly. Instead, focus on cleaning up the bottom edge while letting the rest of your mustache grow in naturally. This helps preserve the density and shape as the hair grows out.
2. Be Patient—Really Patient
If you have weak facial hair, growing a mustache takes time—way more than you might expect. It can take 4-6 months for the longer hairs at the top to reach a length where they start to fill in the gaps. Don’t give up too early just because it looks awkward at first.
3. Keep It Tight—Less Surface Area, Better Look
The weaker your facial hair, the more precise your mustache should be. I find that keeping it neat and contained makes a huge difference. I trim everything about a centimeter past the corners of my lips and remove any stray hairs sticking up at the top. This keeps the mustache looking intentional rather than scraggly.
4. Use Mustache Wax for Control
Once you’ve got some length, a little bit of medium-hold mustache wax can make a big difference. It softens the hair, keeps it smelling good, and helps control wild hairs that won’t stay in place. A well-groomed mustache always looks better, no matter how thick (or thin) it is.
Final Thoughts
Even if you weren’t blessed with thick, full facial hair, you can still rock a mustache. By trimming strategically, staying patient, and using a bit of styling product, you can make the most of what you’ve got. It might take a while, but the end result is worth it!