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Discussions About Being Bald => 30 Day Rule / Beginners Section => Topic started by: InProgress on January 16, 2012, 10:51:06 PM

Title: Just did it
Post by: InProgress on January 16, 2012, 10:51:06 PM
Hey guys,

I've been wanting to shave my head for a while, and I finally did it. Kind of a crazy impulse, but so it goes. Here it is.
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Post by: LAGLE on January 16, 2012, 11:02:17 PM
Keep sly for 30 day, you'll love it
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Post by: jaypksfo on January 16, 2012, 11:58:51 PM
Awesome!!  thats what got me hooked to it!!
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Post by: Paul the Headblader on January 17, 2012, 04:31:51 AM
awesome! Congratz!
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Post by: good to be bald on January 17, 2012, 05:12:15 AM
cool 30days then life O0 :D
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Post by: Laser Man on January 17, 2012, 06:14:31 AM
Congrats. Keep it shaved.
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Post by: xnewyawka on January 17, 2012, 06:21:14 AM
That's great, keep it smooth for the thirty days now. How do you like it so far?
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Post by: stasiu on January 17, 2012, 07:02:10 AM
Looks Awesome !  Congrats !   You have that true "I Finally Did It Look" of satisfaction ! 
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Post by: usmcpelon on January 17, 2012, 07:16:13 AM
Looks awesome man, keep it shaved for 30 day and you won't go back to hair.  I've been bald for  3 1/2 years and still going.
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Post by: kalbo on January 17, 2012, 07:23:58 AM
Two thumbs up. You wear bald really well...hope you keep it.
Title: It looks great!
Post by: Bald Bill on January 17, 2012, 07:48:59 AM
Hey, nice haircut! It looks like a keeper and I see you are truly BBC as you have a shadow.

I just returned to chromedome yesterday. Went by a empty barbershop and impulsively went in and ask if they shaved. Left a smoothy and reshaved last night and first thing this morning. Ahhhhh

We see how long I keep it, but you should keep yours for sure!

Bald Again Bill
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Post by: devonlad on January 17, 2012, 08:54:52 AM
looks great mate!
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Post by: Snakehandler on January 17, 2012, 09:13:07 AM
Looks good off you ! 😄👍
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Post by: balddaniel on January 17, 2012, 10:00:35 AM
Looks great keep up the good work.
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Post by: baldaholic on January 17, 2012, 10:06:06 AM
Hi,
it looks really great!
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Post by: Slynito on January 17, 2012, 10:37:17 AM
That's great! You're looking good. O0
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Post by: zetaeffe on January 17, 2012, 11:07:28 AM
Looking great!  :) :)
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Post by: Hammy on January 17, 2012, 12:06:44 PM
Looks great!
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Post by: mrzed on January 17, 2012, 01:18:05 PM
I hope I look as good as you when I shave my head on Saturday.

Looks good.  Keep it sly.
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Post by: BBCESQ on January 17, 2012, 02:12:33 PM
I agree with everyone. Looks great.
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Post by: InProgress on January 17, 2012, 07:21:07 PM
Thanks guys. I got through the first day of work... my students didn't particularly care, but some colleagues were kind of jerks about it. So it goes.
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Post by: marty22 on January 17, 2012, 07:38:15 PM
well done and welcome!
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Post by: chgobuzzbald on January 17, 2012, 11:29:45 PM
The point is do you enjoy it and like it ?  It looks good on you.
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Post by: D.A.L.U.I. on January 18, 2012, 06:37:39 AM
but some colleagues were kind of jerks about it. 
Just remember if you are happy, they don't matter.  But, if they had emerging or established issues with mpb, although a pathetic response, it may indicate a touch of envy >:D.
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Post by: mangosink12572 on January 18, 2012, 11:16:49 AM
Handsome guy - - -now enjoy it.
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Post by: InProgress on January 18, 2012, 03:10:59 PM
Just remember if you are happy, they don't matter.  But, if they had emerging or established issues with mpb, although a pathetic response, it may indicate a touch of envy >:D.

I hadn't thought about that... but now that you mention it, I'm realizing that you're probably right.

Also, I'm seeing now that people's responses to my hair reflect much more on them than they do on me. That can be hard to see in the moment.
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Post by: aaronduke on January 18, 2012, 05:39:32 PM
Dude-you are rockin' the sly look.  Welcome to the bald brotherhood!
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Post by: baldjoeg on January 21, 2012, 08:21:56 PM
You all look great. Stay sly and welcome to SBG.
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Post by: boston501 on January 27, 2012, 03:31:23 PM
excellent sly look on you
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Post by: BaldHDbiker on January 27, 2012, 04:51:12 PM
It looks great. Welcome aboard and enjoy.  8)
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Post by: fcb2001 on January 27, 2012, 07:00:43 PM
keep it shaved for good, its a good look for you
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Post by: InProgress on January 28, 2012, 03:45:19 PM
thanks guys... i let it grow in for a week, but i just shaved it again.
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Post by: D.A.L.U.I. on January 28, 2012, 03:50:50 PM
let it grow in for a week, but i just shaved it again.
Oh, yeah--did we tell you it was addictive? >:D
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Post by: Itall on January 28, 2012, 06:22:27 PM
It looks great. Keep it up.
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Post by: ycartt on January 28, 2012, 07:32:00 PM
Looks good
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Post by: thebbqguy on January 28, 2012, 07:47:42 PM
Congrats! It looks good.
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Post by: Mr Jules on February 06, 2012, 07:36:31 AM
I've taken the plunge again. Day 2. I've been shaving my head on and off since 1995. At other times, have a skinhead / buzzcut - mainly now to conceal the grey hair and receding hair line. The only thing which usually makes me grow it back is the comments from work place colleagues.

I'd like to keep the bald look. Shaving my head takes about 5 mins and is easy enough - except behind and above the ear, where I nearly always get razor burns.

Recently, I've had my hair so short, that no one really noticed the complete bald look - unless they aren't telling me.
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Post by: BaldHDbiker on February 06, 2012, 07:54:38 AM
thanks guys... i let it grow in for a week, but i just shaved it again.

Good for you. The 30 day rule is really good so you give yourself the time to adjust. It seems like you really like it though so best of luck.
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Post by: marty22 on February 06, 2012, 08:25:32 AM
welcome Mr Jules!
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Post by: Mr Jules on February 06, 2012, 08:39:07 AM
Thanks.

Think I will have to find some advice on minimizing those razor burns !
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Post by: sailor61 on February 06, 2012, 11:47:13 AM
Prep work to soften hair....shave in the shower....try Shave Secret oil under your lather.....alum block after the shave .......ditch the multi track or elecrtic and try a DE but you will knick youself a few times in the learning curve....an aftershave balm....only shave with the grain in the problem areas for at least a month or 2 to let the skin heal and toughen up a bit.....witch hazel splashed on the areas after shaving....better prep work....better prepwork...
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Post by: isleepinthebuff on February 06, 2012, 12:56:53 PM
Welcome back to the darkside! ;D
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Post by: Mr Jules on February 06, 2012, 01:33:00 PM
So far, nobody has commented on my bald look - at least not publicly. Which I think is a good thing !

Prior to the bald look, for the last 17 odd years, I've had a skinhead, which everyone liked. More recently, I've had a number 1 or number 2. So I guess the bald look looks a natural progression.
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Post by: isleepinthebuff on February 06, 2012, 01:36:01 PM
Looks great mate!
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Post by: mrzed on February 06, 2012, 01:43:41 PM
So far, nobody has commented on my bald look - at least not publicly. Which I think is a good thing !

Prior to the bald look, for the last 17 odd years, I've had a skinhead, which everyone liked. More recently, I've had a number 1 or number 2. So I guess the bald look looks a natural progression.

My experience, too.  I was clippering to #1 or no guard for a number of months before shaving bald. Not many comments on the change.

Looks good, buddy. Keep it shaved for 30 days and you'll likely not want to return to anything else.
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Post by: Mr Jules on February 06, 2012, 02:35:01 PM
Yep, I do like the look and feel of the bald look.

The test comes next week, when I have job interviews. Do go turn up with the new look ?

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Post by: mrzed on February 06, 2012, 02:39:40 PM
thanks guys... i let it grow in for a week, but i just shaved it again.

InProgress ... it gets addicting, doesn't it.  Something very satisfying about a smooth head.
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Post by: Mr Jules on February 07, 2012, 10:38:12 AM
Day 3. And the shave this morning was the best. No nicks. And the razor burns are disappearing.
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Post by: BaldHDbiker on February 07, 2012, 07:15:28 PM
Day 3. And the shave this morning was the best. No nicks. And the razor burns are disappearing.
Are you using witch hazel after you shave? If not I would recommend it.  8)
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Post by: Mr Jules on February 08, 2012, 11:13:16 AM
Day 3. And the shave this morning was the best. No nicks. And the razor burns are disappearing.
Are you using witch hazel after you shave? If not I would recommend it.  8)

Not using witch hazel. Why do recommend it ?
(learning as I go here...)
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Post by: InProgress on February 11, 2012, 06:19:28 PM
Trying out a #1 buzz... what do you think?
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Post by: xnewyawka on February 12, 2012, 12:54:35 PM
You can keep it either way, at least you can alternate the two looks. I usually do the same during the cooler months, but in Summer I shave daily most of the time. It's nice to have the option.
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Post by: Acme on February 12, 2012, 02:28:24 PM
I think both look good but shaved looks better.  You look much more interesting (in a good way).
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Post by: mrzed on February 12, 2012, 02:32:03 PM
The sly look is more distinguished on you. 
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Post by: BaldHDbiker on February 12, 2012, 03:10:52 PM
Day 3. And the shave this morning was the best. No nicks. And the razor burns are disappearing.
Are you using witch hazel after you shave? If not I would recommend it.  8)

Not using witch hazel. Why do recommend it ?
(learning as I go here...)

It soothes the head and helps prevent irritation.
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Post by: BaldHDbiker on February 12, 2012, 03:11:34 PM
Trying out a #1 buzz... what do you think?

Sly all the way!!  8)
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Post by: Mr Jules on February 12, 2012, 03:36:06 PM
Day 3. And the shave this morning was the best. No nicks. And the razor burns are disappearing.
Are you using witch hazel after you shave? If not I would recommend it.  8)

Not using witch hazel. Why do recommend it ?
(learning as I go here...)

It soothes the head and helps prevent irritation.

Now been using witch hazel for a few days now. I've noticed the difference. Thanks for the tip !
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Post by: lordpeich on February 20, 2012, 04:27:44 AM
Trying out a #1 buzz... what do you think?

That is the haircut that that I had during the second half of 2011. I like it very much.
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Post by: kalbo on February 20, 2012, 05:00:37 AM
For InProgress - the buzz looks ok but I hope you  go back to go back to shaved bald.
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Post by: seahawk guy on February 20, 2012, 06:24:54 AM
Hi InProgress. The Sly Bald look really suits you. You have a great head shape and you carry off the Sly look so well. Guess you must do what you are happy with, but, for what it's worth, I'd say keep the Sly Bald look.  O0
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Post by: mangosink12572 on February 20, 2012, 07:47:30 AM
Shaved BALD is the best look for you  - - -You look great with the BALD DOME.
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Post by: baldjoeg on February 20, 2012, 12:34:28 PM
In Progress:  I like the shaved look the best. You have a great shaved head for it.

Using witch hazel is a must. It really soothes the head after a good shave.
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Post by: BBCESQ on February 20, 2012, 12:42:57 PM
Trying out a #1 buzz... what do you think?

Shaved. Definitely.
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Post by: InProgress on February 20, 2012, 07:59:14 PM
Thanks guys. You inspired me to shave again. This time I rinsed my head with warm water for a touch up, and cold water at the end. It's smooth as glass... it feels like i never had any hair. I love it.
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Post by: mrzed on February 20, 2012, 08:19:08 PM
That looks better.

The smooth of a fresh head shave is really something.
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Post by: Mr Jules on February 21, 2012, 04:26:29 AM
Thanks guys. You inspired me to shave again. This time I rinsed my head with warm water for a touch up, and cold water at the end. It's smooth as glass... it feels like i never had any hair. I love it.

Reason alone to get out of bed in the morning. I look forward to some HeadBlade action when I get up each day.

Keep up the good work !
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Post by: NESTYdPOGI on February 21, 2012, 07:43:50 AM
It's a keeper for you O0
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Post by: BBCESQ on February 21, 2012, 03:24:29 PM
Thumbs up!
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Post by: fcb2001 on February 22, 2012, 09:17:56 AM
just keep it smooth, it looks good on you
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Post by: lordpeich on February 22, 2012, 09:23:31 AM
You are inspirating for me.
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Post by: ProphetNoir on February 22, 2012, 02:01:33 PM
That looks good, but I'll bet it feels great!
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Post by: mrzed on February 22, 2012, 02:14:54 PM
You are inspirating for me.

Lord Peich,  just shave your head.  Be inspired.  I was.  And I'm enjoying it.

Z
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Post by: ms61 on February 24, 2012, 01:13:34 PM
Looks good man!
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Post by: Frontier Guy on July 15, 2012, 05:56:49 AM

I stumbled across this one and thought it was worth bumping up again.

I'm seeing now that people's responses to my hair reflect much more on them than they do on me. That can be hard to see in the moment.
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Post by: Sir Harry on July 29, 2012, 03:51:15 AM

I stumbled across this one and thought it was worth bumping up again.

I'm seeing now that people's responses to my hair reflect much more on them than they do on me. That can be hard to see in the moment.

Well said, In Progress....Hope you are still shaved, you look good with it.
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Post by: clarinetguy on August 04, 2012, 10:19:34 PM
In Progress you look great with that second picture. Yes the key is the very warm water to set it up for shaving and the cold rinse afterward feels great. It gets easier and with sharp blades and good preparation you will look great. Try some Headlube glossy if you want to get a great shine to stand out. Keep it up.