How to Style and Maintain a Moustache with D R Harris

By Chemists and Perfumers since 1790 D R Harris London | Published: 2026-10-31

Category: How-to Guides

Learn how to style and maintain a moustache with D R Harris Moustache Wax. Step-by-step guide for grooming, taming, and caring for your moustache.

Quick answer

To style and maintain a moustache, start with a clean, dry stache, warm a small amount of D R Harris Moustache Wax between your fingers, then shape and set the hairs. Regular combing and trimming keep it tidy.

Why moustache wax matters

Growing a moustache often means dealing with strong, spiky bristles that resist lying flat. Even short moustaches need taming to look neat. A quality wax provides hold without stiffness, letting you shape the style you want while keeping stray hairs in place. D R Harris Moustache Wax uses beeswax as its base, which offers a firm yet flexible hold that lasts through the day.

Choosing the right amount

Too much wax makes the moustache look greasy and heavy; too little won't hold. Start with a pea-sized amount for a standard moustache. You can always add more if needed. The wax warms quickly between your fingers, so you'll feel when it's ready to apply.

Step-by-step moustache styling routine

Clean and dry your moustache: Wash your moustache with a gentle cleanser and pat it dry with a towel. Wax adheres best to clean, dry hair. A common mistake is applying wax to damp hair, which can make the wax clump or lose hold. Always start with a completely dry moustache for best results.
Warm the wax between your fingers: Scrape a pea-sized amount of D R Harris Moustache Wax onto your fingertip. Rub it between your thumb and forefinger for 10-15 seconds until it softens and becomes pliable. Skipping this step can leave hard lumps in your moustache. The wax must be soft enough to spread evenly without pulling hairs.
Apply wax evenly from center outward: Starting at the center of your moustache, work the wax into the hairs by stroking outward toward the ends. Use your fingers to coat each hair lightly. A common mistake is applying only to the tips, which leaves the base unruly. Even coverage from root to tip ensures consistent hold.
Shape and set the moustache: Use your fingers or a moustache comb to shape the hairs into your desired style—whether swept to the sides, curled at the ends, or kept natural. Hold the shape for a few seconds as the wax cools. Avoid overworking the wax, which can cause it to flake. Let the wax cool and set before touching your moustache again.
Maintain with daily combing and trimming: Each morning, comb your moustache to redistribute natural oils and any remaining wax. Trim stray hairs with small scissors as needed. A common oversight is neglecting to trim, which leads to an untidy shape over time. A quick daily comb and weekly trim keep your style sharp.

Product facts

Attempted Moustache - D R Harris London: Attempted Moustache - D R Harris London is made predominantly with beeswax and fragranced with Windsor (grapefruit, black pepper and vetiver). Beeswax provides a strong but pliable hold that tames spiky bristles without making the moustache feel stiff or sticky, while the light fragrance keeps it pleasant to wear.
Attempted Moustache - D R Harris London