The moustache is back in fashion in Manchester and the city’s mobile barbering service believes that lockdown is the main reason.

Mobile barbers Get Groomed say men started experimenting with facial hair during lockdown to relieve the boredom and that is the main reason why so many upper lips are now adorned with a moustache.

Giuliano Dore, who set up Get Groomed to bring classic barbering to people’s homes and workplaces, said many clients in Manchester are demanding a moustache trim to go with their haircut.

He said: “During lockdown a lot of men grew beards, tried moustaches and experimented with different looks because they were staying at home, had a little extra time and weren’t getting the usual banter from friends when you try something new.

“Moustaches come in so many shapes and sizes and each one says something different about you. From a pencil moustache through to a full bushy Walrus or waxed tip there is a lot to think about.

“We have now found that in Manchester, moustaches are cool once again, but the guys want a little bit of support in shaping it after the initial growth.”

The increase in moustache wearing has also been noticed in the USA where Gillette has reported that 9.6% of the male population now have a moustache – with the biggest rise in numbers ever since March 2020.

Says Giuliano Dore: “Lockdown changed so many things and hairstyles and the way people have their facial hair reflects that. Our whole business is based on going out to cut people’s hair where they are: at home, in work or at a hotel.

“It took off when people did not feel comfortable sitting in a crowded barbershop waiting for their turn while there was still a fear of contracting Covid. The barbers also appreciated a different style of business where they didn’t have the overheads of shop premises. Many had to sell up or move out during lockdown.

“So, we connect people with a professional mobile barber in their area who will come to them at an arranged time and give them a personal service. We believe the moustache fashion trend is a direct result of lockdown rules.

“A moustache can help those blessed with young looks to look more mature and can draw the eye for those with wider faces. People are trying it out for the Movember fund-raising and see celebrities sporting moustaches the trend is just growing and growing!”

See Get Groomed: Tips on growing a moustache and  The best moustache stylers for 2023.