Mustache Grooming: The Chevron Mustache
When choosing a facial hair style that’s right for you, it’s important to know your options – and there are a lot to choose from. One of those options is the chevron mustache. This facial hair style has a name that says it all: it’s a mustache, shaped like a chevron, that covers your whole top lip. With the King C. Gillette Beard Trimmer and Double Edge Safety Razor, you can achieve this look with ease. Just grab your tools and follow the steps below.
The Chevron look
Starting from scratch? If you’ve never given yourself a mustache before, or you have but the chevron style is new to you, have no fear. The chevron mustache is deceptively simple, making it all the more enticing to add to your daily shaving ritual. While it can be intimating to trim your first chevron, that doesn’t mean that trimming a mustache has to be complicated. Here’s a simple set of steps to get you on your way to the popular chevron mustache style:
Select a Fixed-Length Comb for Trimming
The right comb length on your trimmer can help you style your look. The King C. Gillette Beard Trimmer comes with three comb attachments (stubble 1 mm, short 3-11 mm, long 13-21 mm) for you to choose from. Pro tip: if you’re unsure of the comb length to use, start with the longest length and work your way down. You can always trim more, but you can’t go backward.
Trim Your Facial Hair
Even out your mustache hair length with the trimmer. Once you’ve decided on a trimmer head length this step is relatively simple. Pro tip: if your facial hair is especially thick, this part may take some time. Make sure your Styler has a fresh battery to ensure an uninterrupted trimming session.
Define Your Mustache Shape
Remove your trimmer’s comb attachment and trim your mustache to define the Chevron shape. Trimming hairs before shaving can help reduce tug and pull while shaving, and this can help prevent clogged blades.
Check For Symmetry as You Go
But be careful not to trim too much off in an effort to look even. This can leave you with a lopsided look or a different facial hair style altogether. Instead, go smooth and steady using a mirror to craft your chevron. Pro tip: if you have a roommate or a significant other, they can help you identify if your ‘stache is even or not.
Prep Your Face for Shaving
Rinse your face with warm water to help hydrate your hair in preparation for shaving. Then, lather up the parts of your face that you want to shave completely bare—the non-chevron parts—with a shave gel. Using a shave gel can help prevent nicks, cuts, and irritation. The King C. Gillette Transparent Shave gel is a great option and helps you accurately edge with a clear, non-foaming gel.
Shave with Light, Gentle Strokes
Grab your King C. Gillette Double Edge Safety Razor. Make sure it has a fresh blade before you start shaving. Then, shave with light, gentle strokes to give yourself a close shave. The Double Edge Safety Razor is a single blade razor designed for edging sideburns and strong beard lines, but it can also be to get a smooth shave that makes your chevron stand out.
Rinse Your Blades Often
Rinse the blade often throughout your shave to help prevent buildup of hairs and shaving cream on the blade edges and cartridge. This will help keep your razor performing at its best.
Work on the Edges
As mentioned above, the Double Edge Safety Razor from the King C. Gillette collection is a single blade razor designed for edging sideburns and strong beard lines. Use this to help define the chevron shape and achieve clean edges.
Rinse, Towel, and Moisturize
Rinse off your face with cool water. Towel off, and then apply a hydrating aftershave lotion to help your skin feel soft and comfortable. You can also apply a beard or mustache balm to condition your facial hair and set it up for success.
You Have Just Mastered the Chevron Mustache Style!
With Gillette razors and trimmers, your personal grooming possibilities are endless. Now you can feel confident that you achieved your new look with the best a man can get.
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