What are mustaches? Popular types and shapes

Knowing what mustaches are, what their popular types and shapes are, is important not only for professional hairdressers. Mexican and curled, English and Ukrainian, beautiful large mustache and thin antennae - these are just a small part of such "natural decorations". However, the idea of ​​such a topic is not too deep for most people, and it is time to correct this shortcoming.

There is nothing more volatile and unstable than fashion. But she inevitably "gets stuck", sooner or later comes to what was once popular. After several decades of popularity for a perfectly smooth male face, the mustache is returning to popularity again. They emphasize the respectability and solidity of their speakers, decorate them.

However, the psychology of wearing a mustache is much more varied than it might seem at first glance. The motivations for such a decision are:

• the desire to hide the imperfections of the face, in general, lips and their surroundings in particular;
• imitation of film actors, politicians, other celebrities of the past and present, even cinematic and literary characters;
• the intention to distinguish oneself from the general mass of people;
• striving to be more attractive to girls and women;
• keeping warm in winter;
• elementary laziness;
• "I like it better this way."

The variety of whiskers is quite large. Let's consider the main varieties of this men's jewelry.

Whatever the driving force, proven traditional types are often preferred. A good example of this is the "handlebar of a bicycle". It owes its name to its characteristic upward curling. Interestingly, in Italy people often talk about "spaghetti mustaches". The association that gave rise to this name is also quite understandable.

The "horseshoe" was once quite widespread among men in the Wild West. Here, indeed, there is a similarity with the corresponding element of horse equipment, only inverted.

Of course, the "pencil" also deserves attention. Such a small, thin antennae were worn by many people in the 1940s, imitating the then legendary film actor Clark Gable.

Lovers of thick "hairy protrusions" should pay attention to the "Hungarian" format. It implies not only a fluffy appearance, but also a noticeable length.

Thick and short, moreover, a mustache is, first of all, a "toothbrush". To make it clearer, these were the preferences of the unsurpassed Charlie Chaplin. Well, those who simply do not like to shave regularly choose the “only there” scheme - the result will be barely noticeable. It has been in use for decades.

But if we continue the theme of the classics, then we should definitely mention the version of "Dali". It means:

• narrow;
• long;
• gracefully curved shape.

Elongated and extended mustaches with tapering tips are called English for a reason.

As for the fluffy hair hanging over the lip, this is a "walrus". In some cases, they cover the mouth, although this is not necessary. You can copy a suitable shape from the portraits of Nietzsche and Mark Twain.

Speaking of the Italian mustache, it is worth mentioning such a type as "Balbo". This is a rare "personalized" variant. "Balbo" is worn only and exclusively with a beard. However, their lines do not intersect, sideburns are not allowed. Important: the length of the hair in the mustache and in the beard must be exactly the same. The style of the beard can be selected separately.

Classic "Balbo" means growing hair on the cheekbones and chin. The latter is required to be completely closed. The cheeks, neck and the area from the lower lip to the chin must be cleaned thoroughly. This solution helps to create a sense of masculinity and enhances the expressiveness of the look. The limiting hair length is a maximum of 4 mm.

Among the fashionable options, the "chevron" deserves attention. In this case, the "vegetation" has a wide, thick base. In fact, the hair reproduces the features of the upper lip. Its part is covered by 100%, however, going beyond the labial corners is unacceptable. Such a decision will immediately create a feeling of masculinity and austerity.

For brutal male looks, a potentially classic "British" approach is now suitable. This version is most acceptable for people of average height, with a moderately dense or thin build, with large facial features. Such a mustache looks especially good on very plump lips. With profuse facial hair growth, the English format is developed using a razor.

Lovers of everything exotic and non-standard pay attention to the hussar mustache... They look noble and graceful on almost any face. But it's worth noting that estimates can vary dramatically. Some people (including, by the way, women) believe that the hussar mustache is elementary outdated. It is worth noting that in the past they meant not just belonging to a military profession, but also participation in a specific unit.

Experts note that such a solution is suitable for people with an elongated face like an oval. The triangular shape of the face also allows you to choose a hussar mustache. But for a large and round face, they are not suitable. In this case, the curled ends will not be as beautiful as they usually assume. The reason is simple: a violation of visual harmony.

Fu Manchu is a neat, stylish-looking mustache with a medium base. The hair should grow from top to bottom. In the course of the strands taper. A necessary requirement is the repetition of the lines of the upper lip.

The gracefulness of the shape is expressed in the length of the tips. This type was quite popular in the first half of the last century. It got its name in honor of the film, where the main character had just such vegetation. Today it is chosen as a reference point by various hipsters and amateurs to demonstrate sophistication, some mystery. They will also come in handy for connoisseurs of East Asian style.

Not everyone has heard about the "pyramid" - even those interested in the novelties of the cosmetic world. The name exhaustively characterizes this type of mustache: they resemble a truncated trapezoid. A narrow area is located under the nose. Closer to the lip, it expands significantly. No curling required - you need an even styling to the sides. It is believed that the "pyramid" is perfectly combined with any beard.

If you do not want to acquire just a small or large mustache, you should pay attention to the national branches in this matter. First of all, it should be said about the so-called Spanish mustache. They are less famous than the goatee beard - and completely undeserved. A Spanish mustache is always small, curling, but only slightly. And usually only a small area is left from the beard. Johnny Depp's goatee and mustache can be taken as a reference.

The Mexican mustache cannot be considered simply derived from the Spanish standard. In the sultry part of the American continent, they are used to wearing thick, extremely black facial hair. She even entered a kind of folklore. The reason is very simple: Mexicans love to stand out visually, to demonstrate their luxurious and unusual appearance.

Mexicans have been using highly developed mustaches for centuries. It has not been established for certain when exactly this fashion appeared, and what was the impetus for its emergence. But there is an assumption that in this way street players on musical instruments and wandering (and not only) artists tried to attract attention to themselves. Other men were quick to appreciate this relatively simple and cheap way to stand out, too. It doesn't matter, really, that is the reason or not - the fact is that today almost everyone can become “like the Mexicans”.

If we talk about celebrities, then a good example of a Mexican barbel would be film actor Danny Trejo... It is not necessary, however, to be guided by "overseas" standards. The Ukrainian mustache can also be considered a good visual option. They usually have an emphatically vigorous, masculine appearance. A characteristic feature is also a large length - even if only the upper mustache is usually left, but it is elongated, refined in shape.

This refers to very ancient, almost pagan times. Then a long gorgeous mustache and beard was a real challenge to the enemy from the side of the warrior: "try it, get it and cut it!" Today, hairdressing experts recommend growing a Ukrainian mustache and beard at the same time so that they do not look stupid. It is believed that such face decoration will be charismatic and shocking at the same time. It is difficult to look after him, especially if you do not use the services of a professional barbershop.

Completing the review of mustache options is appropriate for the Georgian version. This is also a traditional colorful type, steeped in legends and centuries-old history. Of course, a real Transcaucasian barbel is simply obliged to amaze with the splendor of the framing of his lips. It is not necessarily distinguished by its length or original shape. Usually they are limited to repetition of anatomical forms, but at the same time they try to achieve the most saturated black color.

Many people are lucky and their facial hair grows on its own due to a predisposition at the genetic level. Undoubtedly, few people manage to grow something really chic, surprising in size and quality. Therefore, it is necessary to study your biological capabilities as carefully as possible and choose the shape thoughtfully. A good choice can be made by looking at a famous person with a similar face geometry. The next important point is to use the right mustache care products.

Short hair can be styled using wax. With a large length, they will have to be stacked. Excessive dryness and brittleness are overcome with the use of a special beard oil. Coloring is done without much difficulty. Care should be carried out not only for the mustache area, but also for the face as a whole - such simple requirements make it possible to guarantee success even in the most difficult cases.

Do-it-yourself mustache care is very important for any person who decides to get one. It doesn't even matter if someone can visit the hairdresser for financial reasons. Life itself shows that hairdressing services may suddenly be unavailable in principle. Meanwhile, everyone can do a mustache trimming with a trimmer, you just need to follow the elementary rules. Before starting work, the hair must be washed and combed.

If there is a beard, they first cut it, and then take up the mustache. The haircut is carried out from the center of the lips towards the corners. The upper hairs should be shortened only if this directly prescribes the chosen option; if there is no such requirement, they are left up to the nose.

Scissors are a classic when working with facial hair. They allow you to straighten your hairline. However, you need to understand that high-quality hairdressing scissors cost very serious money. For non-specialists, it is more correct to choose trimmers. And specialized or conventional models are largely a matter of personal taste.

But it should be borne in mind that the universal trimmer also allows you to trim the beard and hair at the top of the head, and sometimes in the nose and ears. Another important nuance - when leaving, you need to use a mirror. Better if it will enlarge the image, allowing you to do the job more accurately.

In addition to minimizing hair clipping, you need to comb it after each pass with a trimmer or scissors. And carefully look at the result. Particular care must be taken when working with curled and protruding edges - they are processed with the lightest movements. Here are some more tips:

• combing in different directions will help hide individual hairs and line everything up;
• determine carefully the contour of the mustache, leading the trimmer vertically, with the blade towards you;
• take care of the external framing;
• form a cone, holding the trimmer with the marking side towards you;
• achieve the final shape, holding the trimmer with the blade towards you;
• fix the tips with wax.

Those who want to acquire luxurious vegetation around the lips can with good reason copy it from people who have distinguished themselves in anything. So, few people have not heard of the "Stalinist" mustache. The secret, by the way, is simple. You just need to grow your hair thick and wide. At the same time, the tips are slightly bent downward. Strictly speaking, this is the already characterized “chevron” style - the case when the “carrier” is better known than the “sample”.

Charlie Chaplin's mustache is also widely known. They are of the "toothbrush" type. But if the image of the great comedian is known to almost everyone, then not everyone knows, for example, that Peter I wore a kind of later "pencil". It was located above the upper lip. And if you want to breed something chic and powerful, without too much courting, you can imitate Budyonny; outward signs will be deliberate negligence and density.

Salvador Dali's mustache had opposite features. The outstanding artist focused on the fineness and the tips twisted up. Extravagant people can safely choose the same style. In addition, the following are suitable as samples for copying:

• Einstein;

• Freddie Mercury;

• Mikhail Boyarsky;

• Alexander Lukashenko;

• Frank Zappa.

For information on the difficulties that occur when growing a mustache, see the next video.