
How to Do a Pilot Mustache
A Pilot Mustache gets the most attention here on the ground. It’s a pretty easy look to grow and maintain. Go ahead. You don’t need flight training to land whiskers like these.
How to Do the Pilot Mustache Step-by-Step
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With your Wahl trimmer or Wahl shaver, closely trim or shave your cheeks and chin clean but leave the mustache untouched.
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The mustache should have a nice arch, keeping hair slightly separated from the top lip.
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Trim a triangular shape of hair at the middle of the bottom lip.
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Use your trimmer to trim occasionally throughout the week to avoid unwanted stubble.
What to use
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Wahl offers trimmers and grooming kits that let you achieve the look you want and keep it looking great.
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Combing Your Mustache

Always comb hair straight down before you trim.
Lining Your Mustache

Use a compact precision ground trimmer—like the Wahl Mustache Trimmer—for great lines and hard-to-reach areas like under the nose.
Shaping Your Mustache Without a Guide Comb

Experiment with different styles to see what shape suits your face or personality best.
Shaping Your Mustache With a Guide Comb

When trimming with a guide comb, work from inside out and cut in a downward motion.
Applying the Right Pressure

Applying too much pressure with your trimmer may remove more hair than desired.
Using a Taper Guide to Trim

Use the taper guide comb post trim to refine or tighten up any whiskers above the lip.
Maintaining Your Facial Hair Between Trims

Remember, style dictates the amount of time you need before trims.
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