State of the 'Stache: The curl

The mustache is finally long enough to attempt a curl. A "tacky" mustache wax is essential. Firehouse* sets in just a minute.

Next week I'll see my barber to shape the beard.

* Turn your sound volume down before visiting the Firehouse website. The 90's called, they want their "play audio on load" web page back.

State of the 'Stache: November 22, 2014

The "State of the 'Stache" is a series of posts exploring the current state of my beard and mustache as I attempt to create something worthy of a Steampunk outfit. 

I'll describe the products I use and any challenges as they present themselves. 

Yes, probably not the most exciting blog series but, it's my blog after all. 

The beard and mustache

Stacey and I are attending a Steampunk event in the spring. Along with preparing our wardrobe, I've decided to grow out my beard and mustache. I've always had a full beard, but usually have it clipped short each time I visit the barber. 

I knew with the longer hair I'd need some help controlling the beast. If there's one thing the Miller family is good at, it's growing hair. 

I checked a few websites and asked a good friend of mine with a handlebar mustache for advice. I decided to use Firehouse Mustache Wax. 

Not knowing how much hold I would need I started with their "Light" style. It proved to be unable to control my gray bristles. However, the "Tacky" was up to the task. 

I usually keep my hair short but with the full beard my barber suggested I keep it longer. I find that my longer greying hair requires conditioner too. I thought about beard balm or oil but decided to start with some inexpensive hair conditioner. 

The 'stach and beard are coming along. Not sure how long I'll let it grow.