The lower edge of a moustache can follow a gentle curve instead of forming a straight horizontal line. The difference may be subtle from a distance, but it changes how much of the upper lip is visible at the centre and corners.

Ask your barber to show the proposed edge with your mouth resting naturally. Explain whether the central section should stay fuller or match the ends. A reference showing a smile may not reveal the neutral shape clearly. For a hot towel shave in Sydney CBD, agreeing on the moustache perimeter separately from the clean-shaven areas helps retain a specific design even when the overall request sounds like a straightforward tidy-up.

Plan your visit

Discuss your preferences with Ryunosuke Kano at HIROGINZA PREMIUM BARBER SYDNEY DYMOCKS, Suite 5, Level 1, Dymocks Building, 428 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000. Confirm the services and appointment details when booking.

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