How to grow a mustache?

The mustache is considered the main decoration of a man, with which you can create an elegant look. Unfortunately, not all representatives of the stronger sex manage to grow a gorgeous mustache, since not only genetics, but also lifestyle plays an important role in this process. To cope with this difficult task, you need to know the basic principles of growing a mustache, as well as follow the rules for caring for them.

Those men who decide to grow a mustache should weigh the pros and cons, and also analyze whether this venture can be crowned with success. It is also necessary to remember how quickly the hairs grow back in the absence of shaving for a long time. A long and thick mustache cannot be quickly grown if there are bald spots in the area above the upper lip. Genetics also plays a huge role, it is difficult to argue with nature, and if it is laid down for a man to have a thin beard, and a mustache grows badly for a long time, then only hair transplantation or cosmetic procedures will help to correct the situation.

According to average estimates, hairs on a guy's face can grow by 0.4 mm per day, so in a month they lengthen by 1.25 cm above the upper lip.

It should be noted that the rate of hair growth depends on several factors.

• Heredity. If your grandfather or father has sparse and thin hairs, then you won't be able to grow a mustache quickly.
• Constant stress. Emotional stress negatively affects hair growth.
• Improper nutrition. A minimum of fresh fruits, vegetables and a maximum of flour, fatty, sweet foods slow down the growth of hairs.
• Hormonal imbalance. The rate of bristle regrowth is influenced by the male hormone testosterone. If it is incorrectly synthesized, a slowdown in hair growth is observed.

In adolescence, the first hair appears on the face as early as 13 or 14 years old. It is not too thick, resembles a light fluff, which spoils the appearance. At 15 or 16 years old, real antennae begin to break through, but their teenager needs to be shaved off, since it will not be possible to grow luxurious vegetation at this age. At the age of 17, when the hormonal background of boys is restored, the intensity of hair growth begins to be observed. After 20 years, you can finally draw conclusions about what a mustache will be and how quickly you can grow it.

Every man can grow a lush and large mustache. But for this you need to know how to do it correctly. To understand when to start the growing process, you should consider the main stages of hair growth.

• Stubble. It is at this stage that you can find out whether it will be possible to grow a beautiful and thick mustache. To do this, you need to exclude shaving for 2 weeks. If a man notices that there are bald spots above the upper lip, and the hairs grow too slowly, then it is better to refuse the idea of ​​having a mustache. In the event that they do not grow at all, you need to get advice from specialists and use professional lotions, oils, shampoos in home care.
• In 3 months. This is one of the most difficult stages, since during this period the stubble becomes unkempt and spoils the male image. Hair grows back more slowly on the cheeks and neck, and faster in the center. To look neat, it is recommended for a man to trim the hair in the cheek area and trim it on the Adam's apple.
• Sixth month of growing. At this stage, a man may have a thick and large mustache, which will require regular trimming and grooming in the future. If after six months the man still did not see abundant vegetation on his face, then you should seek help from a beautician and eliminate the cause. For many of the stronger sex, the reason lies in the genes, in order to rectify the situation, you will need to decide on a hair transplant. Such an operation is expensive and often does not pay off.

To keep the mustache beautiful, you need to regularly trim and shave. It is best to trust a special master in this matter: a barber, but you can also cut at home... Thanks to a haircut, the mustache will have the correct shape and grow faster. When it comes to shaving, buy a disposable razor for fine, soft hairs, and a multi-blade razor with dampening strips for tough stubble. It will allow you to quickly complete the procedure and will not damage the skin.

Shaving the stubble is necessary in the direction of the hair, shaving against hair growth can cause itching, redness and acne. It is advisable to start the procedure after taking a shower, this helps to open the pores.

You can accelerate the growth of the mustache in various ways, including including greens, fresh fruits, vegetables, fish and lean meat, seeds in the daily diet. At the same time, it is recommended to exclude fast food, sweet, salty and fatty foods from the menu.

The main thing when growing a mustache is to care for the condition of the skin. The face should be free of ingrown hairs, irritations and rashes. In order for others to pay attention to a beautiful mustache, and not to cuts, you should master the correct shaving technique. The future mustache must be kept clean using special products. Soap dries out the skin and is therefore not recommended.

Many men manage to quickly grow a gorgeous mustache using various home remedies, the most popular of which are burdock and castor oil. It is recommended to make masks of these products once a week, they can also be simply rubbed into the skin of the face. The oils contain useful components and vitamins that promote the activation of hair follicles.

Pepper mask is also very popular. This is a very extreme but effective folk recipe. After applying the mask, you may feel discomfort and burning, but the result will be excellent. To prepare such a mask, you will need a teaspoon of olive oil, aloe juice and red pepper. All components are thoroughly mixed and applied to the skin for 40 minutes. It is impossible to keep the composition longer, as you can earn a burn.

A grown mustache must always look attractive and must be cared for daily. For those who managed to grow a mustache for the first time, cosmetologists recommend adhering to some rules in the care. If you regularly follow all of the following tips, then in a short period of time you will be able to achieve an excellent result.

• Daily brushing. This should be done to the left and right away from the nose. Thanks to these simple procedures, the hairs will get the right direction and will lie neatly.To comb the mustache, you will have to buy a special comb.
• Lubrication with wax. In order for the hairs to always remain shiny and beautiful, they must be lubricated with wax immediately after taking a shower, without wiping them off. For this, one drop of the product will be enough. Then the mustache is combed.
• Usam needs styling. You can give them the correct shape using special modeling agents (paste, wax, gel). In order for the hairs to acquire curls, they are wound with a handle. Styling should be done after washing, it is recommended to perform this procedure every other day using a special shampoo. Additionally, you can apply a balm. Thanks to him, the mustache becomes lush and soft.
• Shape correction. To keep the mustache always elegant, you need to trim it periodically using a special template. You can either purchase it in a store or make it yourself from a block of wood.
• Massage. After water procedures, you should definitely do a massage. To do this, you need to massage the skin in the area above the lip, making circular movements with your fingers. Thanks to this procedure, blood circulation will improve, which will have a positive effect on hair growth.
• Aromatherapy. After washing, smokers should apply lavender, chamomile, rose or rosemary essential oils to their mustaches.

In addition, the vegetation should not be allowed to be greasy and dirty. To do this, at home, the mustache needs to provide a complete cleansing.

To change the image, the mustache can be repainted. At home, they can be easily made darker or lighter by several shades. Coloring is also used in cases where the contrast between the hair on the head and face is not pleasant. It is worth noting that dark colored vegetation visually looks denser. Therefore, the procedure is considered an excellent option for those men who are unable to grow a thick mustache. Coloring should be done gradually, especially you need to pay attention to red hair and those that are located above the lip.

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