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My Reward PointsWe all have both good and bad days where the mustache is easily manageable, or on some days, it won't cooperate.
DIY mustache wax comes to the rescue to tackle the hard days and manage the mustache easily.
All you have to do is take a pea-sized quantity on your fingertips and apply it to the mustache in the desired shape.
Wax would hold it in the same position without budging a single hair out of shape.
Try the homemade mustache wax and see how it works for your mustache.
What is Mustache Wax?
It is a men's grooming product used to shape, style, and hold a mustache in place.
It generally comes in two types: paste and solid form. It is used in the aftercare of mustaches after washing.
The consistency depends on the hold they provide for the mustache.
Why Make Your Own Mustache Wax?
It is essential to know about the benefits of DIY mustache wax before crafting one to know what you are getting yourself into.
1. Personalised Hold and Texture
One can create a wax with the exact texture and consistency you may require.
It would also decide the grip of the wax on the mustache.
It enables you to experiment with various ingredients to achieve a matte or glossy finish.
2. Chemical-Free Grooming
Customisation lets you avoid harsh chemicals and synthetic additives generally found in commercial products.
It also reduces the risk of allergic reactions.
3. Cost-Effective Luxury
It can be made at a fraction of the cost of a store-bought version.
With the right ingredients, you can enjoy the luxurious texture.
4. Eco-Friendly and Sustainable
It minimizes the use of single plastic, which encourages the use of reusable equipment and packaging.
It also lets you source ingredients from local suppliers to reduce your carbon footprint.
5. Tailored Scent
An individual can choose from a wide variety of essential oils while reaping their benefits.
When inhaled, essential oils also provide the benefits of aromatherapy.
Key Ingredients for Homemade Mustache Wax
The key ingredients which are essential for the formulation of mustache wax are mentioned below.
Beeswax
Beeswax is one of the main ingredients that helps maintain the shape of the mustache. It is essential to achieving the desired style without much hassle.
Carrier Oils
There are various kinds of carrier oils available one can choose from such as coconut oil, almond oil, olive oil, and jojoba oil.
These oils help provide shine, moisturisation, and hydration without clogging the pores.
Essential Oils
Essential oils add fragrance and therapeutic benefits to the mustache wax.
Many essential oils contain antibacterial, antiseptic, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties that soothe the skin and provide extra benefits to the mustache's hair.
Popular essential oils are lavender, cedar, sandalwood, and tea tree essential oils.
Shea Butter or Cocoa Butter
Shea butter and cocoa butter add extra moisture and soften the mustache, making it more manageable and preventing breakage.
They are also rich in antioxidants that protect against environmental damage.
Vitamin E Oil
This oil is known for its antioxidant properties, which minimize the damage caused by free radicals to skin and hair.
It also moisturises the skin, preventing damage.
Homemade Moustache Wax Recipe
Within 5 minutes, your moustache wax will be ready to take care of your mustache for a longer time, as its shelf life is 6 months.
Ingredients
- Beeswax - 2 tablespoon
- Coconut oil - 1 tablespoon
- Cedarwood essential oil - 4 drops
- Sandalwood essential oil - 4 drops
Supplies
- Measuring spoons
- Microwave/ saucepan
- Bowl
- Spoon
- Container with a lid
Directions
Step 1: Take 2 tablespoons of beeswax and 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a bowl.
Step 2: Place the bowl in a microwave or a saucepan to melt the ingredients.
Step 3: Take the bowl out of the microwave and add 4 drops of each cedar essential oil and sandalwood essential oil.
Step 4: Stir with a spoon and transfer the mustache wax to a container with a lid.
Conclusion
Crafting a mustache wax is a simple and rewarding way to take care of the mustache.
It helps keep it soft, steady, and firm throughout the day while maintaining the desired shape required.
It reduces the fizzy of the mustache making it manageable.
It is also a cost-effective way compared to commercial products by using reusable top-quality products and packaging.
