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Try these 10 best mustache waxes for better facial hair

Enhance your look with these fantastic mustache waxes

Primary Moustache Wax
Can You Handlebar Primary Moustache Wax
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Detroit Grooming Co. Strong Hold Beard Wax
Detroit Grooming Co. Strong Hold Beard Wax
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Beardbrand Mustache Wax
Beardbrand Mustache Wax
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Proraso Moustache Wax
Proraso Moustache Wax
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Fisticuffs Strong Hold Mustache Wax
Fisticuffs Strong Hold Mustache Wax
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Stache Stick
Mountaineer Brand Stache Stick
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Suavecito Mustache Wax
Suavecito Mustache Wax
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Death Grip All-Natural Mustache Wax 
Death Grip All-Natural Mustache Wax
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Badger Mustache Wax 
Badger Mustache Wax
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Bossman MUDstache Wax
Bossman MUDstache Wax
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The world of facial hair is diverse and ever-growing... Literally! With more men caring for their hair and skin than ever before, it makes perfect sense to take better care of your facial hair. Whether you want a magnificent mustache of champions or you simply need to tame your unruly 'stache, you can definitely use one of these fine mustache waxes to keep your mane under control.

Often pomade-like in terms of consistency and made from ingredients like beeswax, think of a mustache wax as a grooming tool for your face — a way to shape and style your facial hair. Many a great mustache over the years have benefited from the addition of a stylish touch of mustache wax, which also helps in making your facial hair healthier in the process. If this sounds like something worth trying out, check out our list below of the best mustache waxes for all your facial hair needs.

A look at a jar of Can You Handlebar Primary Moustache Wax.
Can You Handlebar

Can You Handlebar Primary Moustache Wax

When it comes to making the best mustache wax for men, there’s no doubt that this entry from the pros at Can You Handlebar passes with flying colors. This may be the priciest option on this list, but one that surely lives up to the hype. Made by hand — and made with top-shelf ingredients like wax from Michigan bees, USP lanolin, castor oil, coconut oil, shea butter, and vitamin E — you can rest assured that this wax will treat your 'stache with the respect it deserves.

Primary Moustache Wax
Can You Handlebar Primary Moustache Wax
Detroit Grooming Co. mustache wax
Detroit Grooming Co.

Detroit Grooming Co. Strong Hold Beard Wax

This wax from Detroit Grooming Co. does everything you need and nothing you don't. Equipped with beeswax, coconut oil, and castor oil, this wax will leave your mustache feeling refreshed while you have an easier time styling it to your heart's content.

Detroit Grooming Co. Strong Hold Beard Wax
Detroit Grooming Co. Strong Hold Beard Wax
A tin of Beardbrand Mustache Wax.
Beardbrand

Beardbrand Mustache Wax

Keep your facial hair in proper shape on the go with this handy, pocket-sized mustache wax from Beardbrand — a brand that knows a thing or two about beard care. This aluminum tray can be stashed away just about anywhere, yet the content inside — a great wax made with beeswax and lanolin — ensures a beautifully natural look and feel for your 'stache.

Beardbrand Mustache Wax
Beardbrand Mustache Wax
Proraso Wood and Spice Mustache Wax
Proraso

Proraso Moustache Wax

Maybe you distinctly remember your father or grandfather’s favorite scent, and maybe you even remember what he used to treat his beard with. You can add a bit of that throwback cool to your own facial hair with this retro-inspired wood and spice mustache wax from a classic brand. 

Proraso Moustache Wax
Proraso Moustache Wax
Fisticuffs Strong Hold Mustache Wax
Fisticuffs

Fisticuffs Strong Hold Mustache Wax

Put ‘em up, partner — your mustache will be in fighting shape with this strong-hold mustache wax in a neat-looking tin. The high-quality ingredients will leave your mustache feeling like a champ, and the generous 1-ounce tin will leave your wallet feeling victorious as well.

Fisticuffs Strong Hold Mustache Wax
Fisticuffs Strong Hold Mustache Wax
A stick of Mountaineer Brand Stache Stick.
Mountaineer Brand

Mountaineer Brand Stache Stick

Any self-respecting outdoorsman knows how to grow a great beard or mustache, right? While that might not always be the case (and it’s certainly not required!), it pays to have the right essentials on hand to care for it, like this aptly-named mustache wax. And now that Mountaineer Brand makes it as an easy-to-carry and easy-to-apply stick, it's never been easier to take good care of your mustache!

Stache Stick
Mountaineer Brand Stache Stick
Suavecito Mustache Wax
Suavecito

Suavecito Mustache Wax

We’re totally on board with the made-in-the-USA craftsmanship that goes into this mustache wax that oozes California cool. It's formulated to provide your facial hair with an all-day hold, and it will leave your mustache smelling great. (You can choose from their original signature scent or "whiskey bar".)

Suavecito Mustache Wax
Suavecito Mustache Wax
Death Grip All-Natural Mustache Wax 
The Vintage Beard Company

Death Grip All-Natural Mustache Wax

The brand name may be jarring, but a jar of this should do the trick to keep your mustache in check! Death Grip promises an "extra strong hold" that will keep your 'stache in place for at least eight hours in just about any kind of weather. And since they give you a full ounce of this stuff, you probably won't have to worry about running out of it any time soon.

Death Grip All-Natural Mustache Wax 
Death Grip All-Natural Mustache Wax
A view of a container of Badger Mustache Wax.
Badger

Badger Mustache Wax

Taking care of your face has got to be good for your skin as well as your facial hair, and that’s why we love Beaver’s approach to natural, organic ingredients in this well-appointed mustache wax. You don't have to worry about any parabens, GMOs, or other harsh chemicals ruining your facial hair, and you can rest assured that Badger makes it easy for you to restyle and wash out.

Badger Mustache Wax 
Badger Mustache Wax
Bossman MUDstache Wax.
Bossman

Bossman MUDstache Wax

In terms of application, it's hard to beat Bossman. You don't have to worry about a poor fragrance (unscented) and the hold is lasting, shaping your 'stache for an entire day. The glue-like grasp on facial hair is great for mustaches that need a little extra help in the shaping and styling department.

Bossman MUDstache Wax
Bossman MUDstache Wax

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the deal with hold strength?

You want to decipher how much hold you need, and choose accordingly. For longer mustaches or those with coarser facial hair, a stronger hold is necessary. For guys with finer face hair, a light hold will work just fine. If you're looking to curl your mustache tips into tendrils, however, you'll need maximum-strength hold.

What kind of scent is best?

Whether a wax exudes a strong scent or a mild one, you'll want to choose something you can live with on an everyday basis. With the scent literally right under your nose, you'll want something that doesn't smell so intensely that it overwhelms the scent of your homemade lunch.

Does the ingredient list really matter?

As with every facial hair product, quality is key. Make sure you're getting a wax that boasts more than just shaping power. Your 'stache looks only as good as its health allows it to be.

Wait, will this wax color my 'stache?

Believe it or not, some mustache waxes provide color to help get gray hairs out of the picture. Make sure you're aware of what your wax is made of and how it's going to affect your hair.

We hope you found this guide useful, and we hope you soon find the right mustache wax for your own facial hair. If you can use some more help with grooming, check out our ultimate fall men's skincare guide, the nine best beard styles for bald men, and the five best hair oils to care for the rest of the hair on your head. However you prefer to groom yourself, please take care.

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Beau Hayhoe

Beau Hayhoe is a freelance men's style writer, consultant and PR pro based in Brooklyn. Beau's menswear and gear writing has appeared on a number of prominent men's style and lifestyle sites, including GearMoose, Maxim, InsideHook and more. He also covers music for The Line of Best Fit. Outside of working hours, Beau enjoys all things craft beer and has a passion for live concerts. Find him on Instagram (@BeauHayhoe) and follow him on Twitter (@BoKnowsClothes).

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