The initial trends of goatees and hipster beards have laid the foundations for so many more beard styles and choices that abound today.
People the world over have drooled over the bombshell beardstaches displayed by such handsome men as Henry Cavill, Jamie Dornan, and Jon Hamm.
How Do You Define a Beardstache?
Just like the word beardstache is a combo of beard and mustache, so is the style. But the key distinction is that the mustache is longer and more prominent than the beard. Thus, the upper lip is the more noticeable feature of a beardstache. The beard is usually stubble, but not always.
The beardstache frequently works best if the mustache is a big, full, thick one like a handlebar, a chevron, or a walrus.
The Ultimate Beardstache Ahead of Its Time
Do you remember Biff Tannen, the bad guy character in the 1980s Back to the Future movies? The dude who always ended up crashing into a manure truck?
Well, take another look at the third Back to the Future movie and feast your eyes on a beardstache of pure glory. Biff’s mustache was epically long, bushy, and shapely, against the backdrop of a supremely shaggy stubble beard.
Although he was an unlikeable character, Biff’s facial hair was just magnificent and pre-empted the 21st-century beard revival, showing yet again how that movie franchise was way ahead of its time.
Beardstache with Stubble Beard
Put a long mustache style above some sculptured neck and chin stubble, and you have yourself a sexy beardstache without a lot of effort.
As your mustache gets long, we recommend styling products to shape it beard balm if it’s a very thick walrus or Imperial handlebar style, and mustache wax if you want the corners more pointed and/or curled.
How to cultivate this style
Grow out your beard and mustache together before eventually taking the electric clippers to your beard. Don’t shave it. Just trim it evenly.
Beardstache with a Short Beard
The beard is slightly longer than stubble, but not long enough to overshadow the mustache as the feature of this look. So you’ll need to grow that mustache BIG, which takes patience.
You may even want to try a goatee beard for this look.
Beardstache with a Chevron Mustache
This is the look Henry Cavill had in Mission Impossible. The chevron mo is a classic look – thick and neat. If your mustache doesn’t grow thick, it may not work for you. The best beard to go with this is a stubble so as not to overshadow the chevron.
Beardstache Varieties and Maintenance Tips
Walrus Beardstache
One of the most famous walrus mustaches ever came with a side of “diabeetus.” That’s right, the late actor Wilfred Brimley, who has a modern-day twin in Andy Reid, the Head Coach of the Kansas City Chiefs.
Handlebar Beardstache
Sometimes called the Hipster Beardstache. Over the beard, you pair a curly handlebar stache. You can have a longer beard with this look, provided it doesn’t overshadow the majesty of the handlebar.
Horseshoe Beardstache
You know the Hulk Hogan shape of mustache? That’s a horseshoe. It’s a power look, for sure.
Other Tips for Maintaining a Beardstache
- Wash regularly: Like two or three times a week, even if your beard is stubble. Use a premium quality beard wash to maintain skin health, hydration, and balance, and to wash away dead skin cells and bacteria that can build up.
- Use beard oil every day: This will feed and nourish your skin and follicles, while cutting down on beard itch that many dudes experience in the stubble phase. It will also keep your mustache glossy and easier to shape/brush.
- Brush daily: With a wild boar bristle beard brush. (Yes, even with stubble.) Brushing removes flakes, dead skin cells, and other dirt while detangling your mustache. It also helps train the direction of hair growth. On top of everything, it simply feels awesome.
- Trim your beard regularly: Probably once or twice a week. Be sure your beard is clean and dry first.
- Trim your mustache regularly: With scissors to maintain its clear shape.
- Use beard balm for a walrus or chevron mustache: To give it that uniform look.
- Use mustache wax for a handlebar mustache: To keep it twirled into shape.
Conclusion
The evolution of beard styles has been significantly influenced by early trends such as goatees and hipster beards, paving the way for a diverse array of beard choices available today. Iconic figures like Henry Cavill, Jamie Dornan, and Jon Hamm have showcased the appeal of styles like the beardstache, contributing to their popularity.
FAQs
Q: How long does it take to grow a beardstache?
A: It varies depending on your hair growth rate. Generally, it can take a few weeks to a couple of months to grow a prominent mustache and maintain stubble or short beard.
Q: What products are essential for maintaining a beardstache?
A: Essential products include beard oil, beard balm, mustache wax, and a quality beard wash. Regular trimming tools like electric clippers and scissors are also necessary.
Q: Can anyone grow a beardstache?
A: Most people can grow a beardstache, but the fullness and thickness of the mustache can vary. If your mustache doesn’t grow thick, certain styles like the walrus or chevron may not work as well.
Q: How do I deal with beard itch during the stubble phase?
A: Regular use of beard oil can help reduce itchiness by keeping the skin and hair follicles hydrated and nourished.
Q: Do I need to visit a barber for a beardstache, or can I do it myself?
A: You can maintain a beardstache yourself with the right tools and products, but visiting a barber can help you achieve a cleaner, more precise look, especially when starting out.