Just buzzed my hair short, 18y/o, pictures.

[TomD]

Hey, I'm 18 and my hairline has been receeding for the last 10 months or so and my hair has become thinner. It's in my genes, I suppose, my mother's father was completely bald by the age of 21.

I've gone thorugh the normal stages, anger, depression etcetc. First I naturally did some research about propecia, rogaine and the like, but came to the conclusion that the side effects are not worth it. It's just hair after all. Now I have accepted my hairloss. Yesterday I spontaneously bought some clippers and buzzed my hair off, what do you think?

I'm not going to shave it slick with a razor yet, as I still have quite a lot of hair left. I just wanted to see what my head looks like and try it out. I'll probably keep it buzzed, as I have to go to the army (conscription) in 3 months. Who knows how much hair I will have left after a year.

PS. Thanks for the great posts on the forums.

[Adamski1972]

You look good with short hair mate. Whatever hairstyle you go with in the future it's good that you've ruled out chemical treatments.

[Sir Harry]

Welcome! The short buzz looks good; good luck with the army.

[TomD]

Thanks for the kind comments! I must say I feel great with the buzz, it's just fresh and easy and I don't worry about hiding my thinning hair anymore . I might take it down to 3mm next week.

Also, you both look great, which gives me hope for when I one day shave it all off!

[sahil15]

The buzz cut looks real good on you.... from your pictures I cant even notice any hair loss but clearly you are prepared and seem to be taking it very well... best of luck mate

[leighmundo40]

Like Sahil15 said, I couldnt really see any hairloss, fine hair yeah.

Either look looks good on you!

[Lynchy]

Welcome mate.

Either look suits IMO!

[OzSly]

G'Day Tom mate 

Welcome to Sly Bald Guys!!

Buzz cut look good on you.

Good luck in the Army too!

[bennett11]

you look great with a buzz haircut.  At your age I also buzzed my hair short by desire - not thinning.  Kept it that way until shaving.

[TomD]

Thanks guys! As far as my hair loss is concerned you don't see it really well in the pictures because of the way my hair is combed, but maybe it is worse in my head. Nonetheless I am glad I buzzed it. Now I know my head is a normal shape and that I can pull it off.

You're all very welcoming and kind, I appreciate that.

[wetbiker7]

Welcome to the forum. I also had a receding hairline when I was young. I finally just came to grips with the fact that eventually most of my hair was going to fall out, decided to beat mother nature to the punch and broke out the clippers.

 I went ahead and started sporting the sly look on a regular basis around the age of 27. I've let my hair start to grow out where it will on several occasions but I've always ended up taking it all back off. It just feels right. Not only do I think it makes me look better now, it's very low maintenance. That's a huge plus too! 

I see that you've made the decision to go ahead and take it down a little more. Good for you man. Wear it like that with pride because it looks good.

Also, thanks for signing up for the Armed Services. I'm a USN Vet myself. Take care of yourself and God Bless Tom.

[stasiu]

The buzz cut looks real good on you.... from your pictures I cant even notice any hair loss but clearly you are prepared and seem to be taking it very well... best of luck mate

The temple recession looks normal for guy your age ... regardless ... welcome to the hairless freedom !

Keep us posted !

[mrzed]

Welcome. The buzz looks good.  Yes, most guys really have a good head shape for going sly. Just takes a buzz to prove it. When you're ready break out the razor and apply the 30 day rule.

[Razorhead]

I think the buzz cut looks great Tom. Eventually you will be tempted to shave. Curiosity will get hold of you. Good luck in the army!

[TomD]

I buzzed it to 1mm without a guard today. I like the sandpaper-feeling  .