Pencil Mustache
The Pencil mustache is facial hair's answer to minimalism—a thin, precise line that says 'I own multiple pocket squares and know which fork to use at dinner.' It's the mustache equivalent of a perfectly tailored suit: understated, elegant, and requires more maintenance than you'd think.
2-4 weeks
to establish the line (then eternal vigilance)
Like parallel parking in a Smart car—theoretically simple, practically challenging
$20-$40
Premium tools required for precision work
7,300
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Best For:
Detail-oriented gentlemen who enjoy the finer things and have steady hands
Warning:
One sneeze while trimming and you're starting over
Measurements
Width
0.125-0.25 inches
Thinner than a smartphone charging cable
Thickness
0.125-0.25 inches
The width of 2-3 credit cards stacked
Shape & Density
Shape: Perfectly straight line following the upper lip contour
Density: Dense but meticulously controlled—every hair counts
Defining Features
- Razor-sharp edges
- Visible gap between nose and mustache
- Uniform width throughout
- Clean-shaven surrounding areas
- Often paired with slicked-back hair
Named for its resemblance to a line drawn with a pencil, this style requires the precision of an artist and the patience of a saint.