Back in 2014, I started growing my mustache.
I had no idea how to maintain it and keep it healthy. After researching the topic, I discovered mustache wax, an essential product to style, nourish, and hold the mustache. At first, I couldn’t find any waxes in Lebanon, and I ended up ordering from abroad, which was a hassle every time.
“The mustache, or Shanab, has always been a big part of our heritage, a symbol of virility.”
In fact, some of the most influential men in the history of Lebanon had signature mustaches. But how did they care for their mustaches? I started asking around and researching, which led me to finally create my own mustache wax.
Over the last few years, I have been refining and perfecting the recipe: from developing the scents, to ensuring an all-year-round perfect consistency – not too hard and not too soft. I finally reached a formula I was very proud of. A few of my friends started asking me to give them some of my personal stock for them to use, and they kept coming back for seconds, and thirds, because they absolutely loved it!
Later, I grew a beard, which led me to research the world of beard oils and beard balms. With too little a choice in Lebanon, I ended up ordering some from abroad, and was disappointed time after time with the quality of some of the products, not to mention the time waiting for the order to arrive and the high cost of shipping. So I decided to delve into the world of beard products.
For the past 18 months, I have been refining and perfecting my formulas for the beard oils and balms, selecting natural ingredients, the best of essential oils, and experimenting with scents, consistencies, and the effect they have on my beard over the course of days, months, and years.
The final result is a range of beard and mustache products that I am very proud of, and the best part is that they are now available for you too!
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