Moustache wax

‎ Moustache wax is a stiff pomade applied to a moustache as a grooming aid to hold the hairs in place, especially at the extremeties. It can also have restorative properties, which become more important as the hair length increases. The wax used is commonly scented, though not always.

A common recipe for homemade moustache wax is 50% beeswax mixed with 50% petroleum jelly. Colouring and scent may also be added if desired. Grate the beeswax and melt with the petroleum jelly in a double boiler then pour into a suitable receptacle and leave to cool.

Common ingredients

 * Beeswax
 * Coconut oil or shea nut butter (or any saturated vegetable oil, solid at room temperature, and not prone to rancidity)
 * Petroleum jelly (vaseline)
 * Gum arabic or pine resin
 * Scented oils
 * tallow