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Discussions About Being Bald => To be or not be...Bald => Topic started by: RayJ on February 13, 2016, 09:01:46 AM
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I am 52 y/o and married.I started losing my hair a few years ago and after my last haircut at a barber,I looked in the mirror and just said to myself "this has to go".I bought a Wahl balding trimmer and after some experimenting with different lengths(going from almost completely bald to a longer buzz),I now usually use the 1/16" guard and buzz my head about twice a week.My wife would like it even longer but my son told me that without a doubt,the 1/16" buzz looked best on me.
Is there anyone out there who goes with a short buzz instead of completely bald?And,how do y'all think my buzz looks now and how would it compare to completely bald?Thanks(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fuploads.tapatalk-cdn.com%2F20160213%2F3fec14ec0b1693481cecada9c18a38c0.jpg&hash=7ea257dd16fe3693b0dd9b668b280d28205c1586)(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fuploads.tapatalk-cdn.com%2F20160213%2F7254bd99b7be33d12493b804cab48420.jpg&hash=cafaf6b1a56a276ff6d31efc6fcbf538c45a5c1e)(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fuploads.tapatalk-cdn.com%2F20160213%2F7084db5e0b6f82c4b2ef409fae42d34b.jpg&hash=78bd52f13a5c417e0f306f97fa2fac3f599e4432)(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fuploads.tapatalk-cdn.com%2F20160213%2Fa5122cb67ad60936ef8a430f1dedb216.jpg&hash=14efa562d8816b50ef0db2a43d795cb6159ed30b)
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Welcome back, Ray!
Looking at your photos, I think that where you are suits you pretty well. If you are happiest with what is shown in your pictures, then we are happy with you. The main purpose of this forum is to let people know that hair loss is not the end of the world and that the fellas and ladies here are to help with encouragement.
P.S. I do razor shave sometimes, but last summer I underwent a scalp pigmenation (tattoo) procedure to cover up some severe scarring. When I shave, the shadow is still there, but the scars are concealed well, and it gives the appearance of a no-guard haircut. I also sometimes use clippers all over my head when I'm short on time. When I want the look of a completely bald head, I just slap on a light coat of concealer.
P.P.S I deleted your duplicate thread to avoid confusion, but I'm sure some of our buzzers will chime in with their stories. Once again, welcome back!
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Hi Ray, just my opinion, but I think you should try shaving. It will look great, and the feel of a shaved smooth head is amazing. If you hate it, it will grow back to your current look in about 4 days. Personally, I don't like how I look of a short buzz on me, but love the look when I shave it.
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Thanks.I've been lurking some but just don't post much.
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I give mine a point 5 all over .I haven't done the hole razor to the head thing seems like a lot of work i hate shaving anyway .!! seems to suit you and this way you only have to do it every few days
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Ray, the buzz looks fine. And yes I also prefer abuzz cut in the winter months. Maintenance is minimal I cut with no guard and let grow from 1 to 4 wks .
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I think that I will stick with the buzz for now.I'm not sure that I would be up to shaving my head on a regular basis.I can buzz it in about five minutes while standing in the bath tub before I take a shower.I am not crazy about how I look with a buzz but it beats the way it looked right after my last pro haircut.
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That is true, shaving does require some time. I'm a daily shaver with a double edge safety razor, and it takes me close to 30 minutes for head and face. Funny, before I started headshaving, I hated shaving my face, but I thoroughly enjoy my daily headshave.
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I think it looks fine and it's also if you want to take the plunge and go all in for the lifestyle. I mean, reddog spends 30 minutes a day and he enjoys it but there is no way I'm spending that much time everyday shaving. That's why I prefer the buzz and have a beard :)
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Looks good either way but personally I prefer a smooth dome. Having said that I am retired and don't need to present every day so I have have found that a shave every 3rd day is fine. Saves on razors to0.
Personally I would suggest letting the nascent beard grow a bit more and then either a goatee or full beard would look good.
Next time you take a photo please SMILE. You look very concerned!
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The buzz looks good, and I am sure a razor shave would look better. If it is the time that concerns you, you can razor shave in the shower with a cartridge razor in 5 minutes once you learn your technique. Take less time than styling your hair, but I admit not as fast as buzzing a couple of times a week. The smooth feeling is awesome, and since you hair is gray, the shadow will be invisible. Well worth the time to me, and maybe wnen you retire you can spent the time that Reddog does with a DE.
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I think that I will stick with the buzz for now.I'm not sure that I would be up to shaving my head on a regular basis.I can buzz it in about five minutes while standing in the bath tub before I take a shower.I am not crazy about how I look with a buzz but it beats the way it looked right after my last pro haircut.
Well you can always try a " rug " ........LOL.
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I echo what Harry said so well.
If you are happy with the buzz, then keep it like that. It is a good look for you.
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I buzzed mine for years and I was cool and I had no issue. I think the issue is when you do shave regularly you then have an issue with buzz length as you can feel the growth, if you know what I mean.
I suppose for me I have a shadow which makes me more aware of the helicopter landing pad I have on the top of my head. When I shave t's less so.
I cant imagine spending 30 mins on my head. Mine is done in 2-3 mins but then again i don't perform half the rituals I see people posting about on here. Its just saving gel on. Razor over. Done.
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There's no reason for a shave to take 30 minutes unless you want it to take that long. I'm well under 10 minutes every day. A buzz still might be slightly faster, but I know I prefer the feel of no hair to a short buzz.
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Looks good either way but personally I prefer a smooth dome. Having said that I am retired and don't need to present every day so I have have found that a shave every 3rd day is fine. Saves on razors to0.
Personally I would suggest letting the nascent beard grow a bit more and then either a goatee or full beard would look good.
Next time you take a photo please SMILE. You look very concerned!
I agree,a smile would be much better.I don't like how I look in pics anyway.I appreciate the comments and tips.Growing my beard a little longer is something I might do.I would not have time or inclination to shave my head daily or even several times a week.That could change though.
My wife would not like my head shaved though.She is not crazy about my buzz but has gotten used to it.
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Just to clarify, yes I do take my time shaving. I use a double edge safety razor, so I am very careful. Also, I have a full head of hair, so my head and face are alot to shave. Yup, I could get the job done in 5 minutes in the shower, but I enjoy the whole old fashioned experience, and I have the time.