A moustache is composed of facial hair above the upper lip. At international contests, it is agreed that moustache hairs can start growing from up to a maximum of 5/8" (1.5 cm) beyond the end of the upper lip.

MOUSTACHE NATURAL

A natural moustache is any length of hair grown from above the upper lip and beneath the nose, with no styling products permitted. The moustache hairs should be connected up to a maximum of 0.6 inch (1.5 cm) beyond the edge of the upper lip.

Chin hair is not permitted in this class: no “goatees”/van dykes, musketeers, etc. Sideburns unconnected to the moustache are permitted. They cannot be overstated, and will not be considered during judging.

No styling aids permitted. Refer to the main Category Definitions page for acceptable styling methods.

MOUSTACHE FREESTYLE

A styled moustache is any length of hair grown from above the upper lip and beneath the nose, styled with product. The moustache hairs should be connected up to a maximum of 0.6 inch (1.5 cm) beyond the edge of the upper lip.

Chin hair is not permitted in this class: no “goatees”/van dykes, musketeers, etc. Sideburns unconnected to the moustache are permitted. They cannot be overstated, and will not be considered during judging.

Styling aids are permitted. Refer to the main Category Definitions page for acceptable aids.