New recruit?

[Chuck-Chuck]

Hey Fellas,

I've been lurking on this site for a week or so and have been very impressed with this forum.

Recently, I had some people tell me in no uncertain terms that my MPB is rapidly picking up steam. I hadn't really noticed I guess (probably repression on my part).

Anyways, I'm wondering if this might be the time to get sly....any opinions? Like many others I wonder what my head shape will look like but thought I'd post some pre-op pics if u guys want to take a peek.

Thx
Chuck

[Hook'Em]

You'll be fine. You already have a good idea from the pics. (don't have much left anyway). I say go for it!

[Chuck-Chuck]

Yeah, true enough. It's just the scalp behind that curtain on the back of my head I'm wondering about...I'm sure it'll be fine. About 14 years ago, I recall having a high & tight in the Army, and after a night of bar hopping, a buddy and I decided to go sly. I can't remember my reaction as I stared into the mirror the next morning after the alcohol wore off, but I'm pretty sure I was ok with it. The Army however was NOT. LOL. Almost got into a little trouble for that shenanigan. 

[Stu]

Your hair loss is the 'picture perfect' example of hair that no longer serves a purpose... what's the point?  It's time to go for it.  I'm not sure how old you are, but I guarantee you look much older than your age.  You'll be amazed at the youthful transformation.  Welcome to the site, and let us know if we can help.

[Chuck-Chuck]

Thanks Stu...just turned 34 last week. I think I'm primed and ready to go.

[Stu]

I would have guessed 46/47, so I just proved myself.  I think most guys lose about 10 years off their look when they shave, so guess what... you're 24.  Voila!!!

[D.A.L.U.I.]

Git er done!  Your only regret will be not doing it sooner--we promise.  You're really going to like this.

[Alexander215]

Bro, GO for it, your head is suited to it. Plus, I think you will look 15-16 years younger

[SLYinKC]

Chuck... you look like a prime candidate for SLY  to me...  I say GO FOR IT!!!!!

[GASlick]

As the other guy's have said, you're almost there.  Just do it!

[Chuck-Chuck]

Alright guys,

The deed is done!!! Man, I could feel my adrenalin kicking in while I was shavin'. Took a couple deep breaths and just had to slow myself down and take my time.

Didn't realize my ears were quite so big, but I'm diggin' this!!! 

Now I just need to get some sunshine on my noggin (not too much I hope).

There was quite a bid of redness when I was finished...witch hazel is supposed to help with that then?

Here's what I did:

-Used clippers to cut it all down to stubble
-Jumped in shower for 5 min under hot water
-Lathered up my head with some Gillette shaving gel
-Ran a Mach 3 front to back and then back to front (this took a few runs as I was missing some big patches)
-Soaked with cold water for as long as I could stand it (maybe 20 secs)
-Used some aftershave balm (aloe, eucyaluptus, peppermint)

And that was it...should I include witch hazel in the future before putting on the balm?

[SlyintheOC]

Your SLYness looks terrific!!   

Welcome to the group. This is a great site with fantastic advice and support. The brothers here are a great bunch of guys!!

After my cold water rinse, I use witch hazel then aloe vera gel.

[parksie]

It looks great  stay with it for 30 days 

[Sean25]

awesome huh.. nicely done

[Chuck-Chuck]

30 days...it's on!