Movember & No-Shave November
Why do men wear mustaches in November?
Have you ever wondered why men suddenly appear everywhere with mustaches in November? Welcome to Movember! Movember (a combination of mustache and November) is a global movement that aims to raise awareness for men's health issues. The mustache symbolizes the commitment men around the world are showing to raise funds for healthcare and shine a spotlight on important issues like prostate and testicular cancer, as well as mental health.
What you can expect:
What is Movember?
How it all began – The story of Movember
Movember was founded in the early 2000s by Australians Travis Garone and Luke Slattery. The two friends had the idea of growing a mustache for a month to raise awareness and funds for men's health. What began as a small idea quickly grew into a global movement, reaching millions of people through social media. Since 2003, the Movember Foundation has supported over 1,250 projects promoting men's health.
Movember vs. No-Shave November – What’s the difference?
Movember and No-Shave November share a common goal of raising awareness about men's health, but differ in their approach. While Movember focuses on growing a mustache, No-Shave November is about abstaining from shaving altogether for a month. No-Shave November was founded by the Hill family in the USA to raise funds for cancer research. The money saved by foregoing shaving products and visits to the barber shop will go towards cancer research and treatment.
How to take part in Movember: Rules and guidelines
Want to join? Nice! Here's how:
1. Register on the official Movember website and become part of the community.
2. Join a team or invite friends to join in – it's twice as fun together!
3. Shave-Down on October 31st: Shave completely and only grow your mustache in November.
4. Document your progress and invite friends and family to donate to your Movember style. Together, you can raise awareness about important health issues.
The rules for No Shave November
Have you decided to grow your beard for a good cause this year? Great! There are no strict rules for No-Shave November. You can start with or without a beard and stop shaving by the end of November. We've explained how to grow a beard here: Growing a beard – including tips and a video . Trimming and shaping is, of course, allowed.
Beard care in Movember – How to keep your mustache in shape and how to still shape your beard
Do you want to take part in Movember or No-Shave November, but don't want to have an unkempt beard?
Whether you prefer the classic mustache or a creative style – your beard deserves the right care !
The most important rule: only a clean beard is a beautiful beard. Wash your beard daily with a mild beard shampoo to remove dirt, styling residue, and flakes. Make sure the edges are neatly trimmed and avoid overly long hairs that could spoil the look. Use beard care products like beard oil or beard balm to keep your beard smooth and healthy. Then, shape your beard perfectly with a beard brush and beard wax . This way you can proudly wear your Movember style and make a statement for men's health at the same time.
FAQ about Movember and No-Shave November
How can I participate in Movember?
You can easily sign up and create a profile on the official Movember website. Join in and grow a mustache or walk 60 kilometers in November to raise awareness and funds.
What does Movember achieve?
→ The Movember Foundation has already supported over 1,250 projects worldwide and raised almost one billion dollars to promote men's health.
→ More than 6 million people – called “Mo Bros” and “Mo Sistas” – have participated since its inception.
→ The global Movember community includes participants from over 20 countries.
→ Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in young men. One of the main goals of the Movember initiative is to reduce the suicide rate among men by 25% by 2030 and halve deaths from prostate and testicular cancer.
Discover more beard care tips in our Academy
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Beard care: Why and how to best care for your beard
Ingrown beard hairs – causes & valuable tips
Shaving your beard: 3 steps to a perfect shave
Dandruff in the beard – How to recognize it and get rid of it
Beard ringworm – causes, symptoms, treatment & prevention
Move for Movember – Move for men’s health
If a mustache doesn't suit you or you'd like to participate in another way, there's the " Move for Movember " project. Participants set a goal to complete 60 kilometers in November – whether by running, cycling, or swimming. This gets them moving and makes a statement for men's health. The 60 kilometers represent the 60 men who die by suicide every day and serve as a reminder of the importance of talking about mental health and seeking support.