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Discussions About Being Bald => To be or not be...Bald => Topic started by: titooooo on January 28, 2015, 04:03:43 PM

Title: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: titooooo on January 28, 2015, 04:03:43 PM
This photos with #2 buzz cut (the shorter on i got)
And the second after one mothe
Shold i shave my head and how
I thik i will look ugly without hair
Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: sevenwithcheese on January 28, 2015, 05:08:04 PM
I would either grow it out like it looks in the second pic or shave it off.  Don't judge how your bald head will look with a #2 guard though take it down to a 1 guard or no guard first then you can adequately gauge how you'll look with a razor cut.
Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: tobler1 on January 28, 2015, 08:09:22 PM
I say try it...you look like you can grow hair pretty quickly, so you'll be back to hair pretty soon if you don't like how you look shaved.
Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: TheSlyBear on January 28, 2015, 09:08:12 PM

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Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: titooooo on January 29, 2015, 12:54:01 AM
I have a tall face shape is it okay for being bald?
And if i wanna shave can i do it by myself without any help?
Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: socknoggle on January 29, 2015, 08:15:52 AM
I have a tall face as well and I  think I look pretty good bald .  I love it.   Like  Tobler  said if you don't like it it'll grow back.   And there is a big difference between a buzz and shaved in how it looks.   I say try it.   

As for how to go about it you can do it yourself  or find a good barber shop.   if you want to do it yourself make sure  you buzz  down to about a zero first then take your time taking slow smooth strokes.  The advantage of going to a barber to have it done is that they can give you all sorts of advice on how to do it and how to take care of your scalp afterwards.  Either way it should be a great experience.
Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: beardbald on January 29, 2015, 01:20:46 PM

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Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: DOC_OSMC on January 29, 2015, 04:56:33 PM
If you're thinking about it, you might as well give it a shot.  If it's not you, then you can grow your hair back.  If you do shave it, stick to the 30 days to give you time to get used to it.  After, then you can decide whether to stay shaved or grow back the hair.
Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: Hingatao on January 29, 2015, 06:54:17 PM
Your head and face shape look fine. Go for it! If you don't like the way it looks your hair will grow back.
Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: Sir Harry on January 30, 2015, 03:14:34 AM
I think you have the headshape and the facial hair for a shaved head. Try it, what do you have to lose?
Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: Semi-Sly on January 30, 2015, 10:00:15 AM


Have you never shaved before?  Really?  Most guys that I know have done it several times.  Every man should do it at least one time in his life.  It is a very assertive and empowering experience , (in addition to being a very virile look).

Please post some before and after photos for us; that way we can give you an honest opinion.
Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: Goatee on January 30, 2015, 11:36:01 AM
Look, you look ugly with hair and without hair!! ONLY KIDDING!!!!

I would shave it off my friend. What have you to lose except your hair. Give it 3000 days before you decide for good! lol
Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: titooooo on January 30, 2015, 12:06:12 PM
Ok ok i gonna shave it but pleas guys tell me how step by step 
Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: Goatee on January 31, 2015, 09:02:06 AM
Trim it down as low as possible with a trimmer.

Wet head with warm water. Lather well with some good shaving cream/soap (Not rubbish spray foam!)

Use a cartridge razor for the first time, preferably one with not many blades in it like a Mach3.

Shave 'With the Grain' first, on all sides. Rinsing the blade after each 'scrape'.

Then, when you have done all sides and top, lather up again and shave 'Against the grain'. Remember not to shave over any parts that have no shaving cream or soap on them. Keep the blade on the 'smooth stuff'

You may need to do another 'pass' or two before your head is almost smooth. Remember, you are not trying to remove all the hair in one go! Each 'pass' removes a little more.

You may then have to 'touch up' areas that still feel a little rough to the touch. Dont be too fussy as you are still learning.

After you are happy with your shave, rinse head well with cold water. Me, i use an 'Alum Block' after that and then rinse and then use 'Bump Patrol' which both help with stopping razor burn and cuts or nicks.

After that you can use a nice shaving balm on the head!

Look on youtube for some great videos of how to shave etc

Good luck and enjoy!
Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: titooooo on January 31, 2015, 01:09:17 PM
Thanx guys its done its the best feeling ever
Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: Semi-Sly on January 31, 2015, 05:09:48 PM
Congratulations!  It really does feel great; doesn't it!

Post some photos so that we can give you our opinions.
Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: Goatee on February 01, 2015, 04:15:35 AM
Fantastic!! Remember, you will have good days and bad with shaving. You will get a lot more good than bad!! Bad meaning nicks or cuts or spots etc.

Head shaving is awesome
Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: AJ Q-Ball on February 01, 2015, 01:23:07 PM
Congrats on doing the deed! Like Goatee said, you will have more good shaving days than bad. I'm about to fully recover from a cut I sustained shaving with a shavette. I pushed the blade's life too far and suffered the consequences. If you ever do get cut badly, use a liquid bandage to minimize scarring. If you have any questions, let us know.
Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: DOC_OSMC on February 02, 2015, 12:17:41 PM
Congrats bro!  Post some pics.  Stick to the 30 days and soon it'll be second nature to you.
Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: tobler1 on February 02, 2015, 06:19:08 PM
Congratulations on the shave!  I hope you're still enjoying it.
Title: Re: im 19 should i shave my head
Post by: SlyMike on February 03, 2015, 12:19:30 AM
It looks great short, glad to hear you are enjoying it