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Pencil mustache
A thin, precisely shaped line just above the upper lip. Reminiscent of 1930s and ’40s film stars, it’s a stylish, retro and bold mustache.
- Length
- Short
- Upkeep
- High
- Growing time
- 2–3 weeks
- Face shapes
- Oval, heart, diamond, long
How would Pencil look on you?
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Slicked Back
Undercut
Fade
Side ShaveWhat to tell your barber
“I’d like a pencil mustache. Please shape it into a thin, straight line just above my upper lip and shave the area above it. Leave a small gap in the middle and keep both sides symmetrical. Cheeks and chin fully shaved.”
Tip: show the result you made in Mane too. A description plus a picture is the clearest brief.
Why choose it
- A stylish, retro character
- Works even with a thin mustache
- In proportion with fine features
Keep in mind
- Needs precise shaping almost every day
- Any asymmetry is instantly noticeable
Similar styles
About Pencil
For a pencil mustache, the top of the mustache is shaved away to leave a thin strip right above the lip line, usually with a small gap in the middle. The thinness and symmetry of the line are everything, so it needs precise shaping with a detail trimmer or razor almost every day.
It looks elegant on oval, heart-shaped and diamond faces and stays in proportion with fine features. It’s also a good option for a thin mustache, since it only uses the hairs along the lip line. Paired with slicked back hair or an undercut, it creates a classic gentleman’s look.
How do I shape a pencil mustache?
Keep the mustache short, then shave the top with a precise trimmer or razor to leave a thin line above the lip. Working from the center outward in the mirror makes symmetry easier.
What’s the difference between a pencil and a natural mustache?
A pencil mustache is shaped into a thin line, while a natural mustache grows as it is down to the lip line. Try both on the same photo to compare.
How many credits does it take to try Pencil in Mane?
Each CONFIRM costs 1 credit and creates one image. Picking options and browsing uses no credits; a credit is only used when you press CONFIRM, and it’s refunded automatically if the generation fails. You can combine a hairstyle, color and beard in the same CONFIRM. During the beta, credits are bought in the app and the same balance works on the web.
Try it on your own photo in 3 steps
Add your photo
Keep your face centered and well lit. Uploading a photo and picking options uses no credits.
Pencil is preselected
The studio opens with this choice. Add a color, beard or smile if you like; everything is applied in the same try.
Press CONFIRM
Your result is usually ready in 10–30 seconds. Save your favorite, compare side by side or show it to your stylist.