Can You Use a Beard Trimmer on a Moustache?

Yes, you can use a beard trimmer on a moustache, but with careful technique.

How to Use a Beard Trimmer on Your Moustache

Using a beard trimmer for moustache grooming is perfectly acceptable, and often quite effective. However, direct contact with the skin of the upper lip is not advised.

Here's a breakdown of how to do it:

• Shaping the Surrounding Area: The primary use of a beard trimmer for your moustache involves cleaning up the areas around the moustache. This includes:
  • Cheeks: Removing stray hairs that creep up towards the moustache.
  • Neck and Chin: Maintaining a clear separation between your beard (if you have one) and your moustache.
• Shaping the Moustache Itself: While you can use the beard trimmer to shorten the length of your moustache, proceed with caution. Remove the beard comb attachment and use the trimmer head carefully.
• Trimming Technique:
  1. Start by brushing or combing your moustache to straighten the hairs.
  2. If shortening the length, begin with a longer guard setting. You can always trim more off, but you can't put it back!
  3. Trim in small, controlled increments, working your way from the outside in.
  4. Pay attention to symmetry.

Considerations When Using a Beard Trimmer

• Guard Settings: Always start with a higher guard setting to avoid accidentally trimming too much.
• Blade Sharpness: Ensure the trimmer blades are sharp for a clean and even cut. Dull blades can tug and pull hairs.
• Hygiene: Clean the trimmer blades before and after each use to prevent infection.
• Alternatives: For precision trimming and shaping of the moustache itself, consider using moustache scissors or a dedicated moustache trimmer.