r/bald • u/Thrillh0use43 • 1d ago

Bald Picture I finally pulled the trigger and don't know how I feel about it

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My head is definitely lumpier than I had hoped

Do I wash with body wash or shampoo now?

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u/suejaymostly 1d ago

You look good. Grow that beard out a bit and maybe choose less severe glasses. Your eyes have been hidden for too long

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u/Half_adozendonuts 1d ago

I agree, softer frames would suit your new look much better

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u/Hubianco 1d ago

A good rule of thumb is to choose glasses that follow generally follow the shape of your eyebrows and or don’t extend beyond where they end

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u/silkwuan Bald - Man 1d ago

I just learned about this not too long ago. I asked the clerk at my eye doctor’s to help me pick a frame that looks well on me, he went all into how I should pick a frame that fits the shape of my face. I went from a circular frame to a square frame and now, I noticed that I get more compliments on my appearance.

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u/IvaldiFhole 1d ago

Stanley Tucci and Patrick Stewart both wear dark glasses, but the shape fits much better than OPs. I think if OP just finds a pair that fits their face better, it will be a big improvement.

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u/Mysterious_Sound2765 1d ago

Great advice! I would guess OP is a Spring or Summer color palette. I'm Soft Spring.

OP, black is a rather harsh color for us. It's high-contrast against our coloring, so it distracts from our low-contrast features.

Frames in medium browns, medium blues, etc., are going to complement and enhance your features.

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u/alexwaeddd 1d ago

you look great man, well done!

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u/Particular_Yellow243 1d ago

I can’t see the lumps. You look great!

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u/scottadams364 1d ago

It looks very natural on you

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u/jerbeth48 1d ago

This old lady thinks you look great!

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u/pandorabom 1d ago

This old woman agrees.

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u/Ash_Ditty 22h ago

This semi old lady agrees as well! He looks great!

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u/-mat2000hrv- 1d ago

Trust me bro you look great🙏🏼 you just gotta get used to it, don’t worry. Even look way younger too!

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u/TonightStriking7627 1d ago

You should feel good about it sir

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u/Tkddaduk 1d ago

Mate feel good about it. Bald suits you and you have a good shaped head

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u/LatterSale6894 1d ago

You look so handsome! Love it!

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u/Single-Clock-2652 1d ago

Job well done, King 👑. Looks good on you

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u/Conscious_Musician28 1d ago

You should feel great about it because you look like a million bucks!

Edit: I just use regular soap.

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u/Intelligent-Ask-3264 1d ago

Its an adjustment but i think its a good one. Very Moby of you.

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u/dougfcknsteele 1d ago

Feel good about it.

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u/hellomq 1d ago

You immediately look ten years younger!

I reckon you should grow that beard out a bit longer too, but it looks great overall; big improvement.

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u/NOLACenturion 1d ago

From the one pic it’s hard to say just how far gone you were. But you look good now.

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u/Available-Ad-7447 1d ago

Wow, just wow!

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u/eamesaarinen 1d ago

looks clean man! cool look.

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u/Affectionate-Log-260 Hair Headed - Woman 1d ago

No lumps detected. You look terrific — definitely better!

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u/alisonchains2023 1d ago

Very handsome!!!

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u/Pawly519 1d ago

You look legit 10 years younger

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u/blueboglin 1d ago

From Dad to Le Redditor

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u/Academic_View_6823 1d ago

No one loves it at first. Plus, very few people tell you that it takes some time with the dome in the sun 🌞, 🌬️ wind, rain 🌧️, hail, and even WAR before you come into your True Bald Self. Just give it a minute. It's all good brother.

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u/Klutzy_Way_3744 1d ago

It looks great, bro. Don’t forget to smile! I personally use soap on my head. I don’t really use shampoo or body wash for my head, just my body. 😀

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u/Frolicking-Fox 1d ago

Feel good.

Why would you rather be balding than just shave your head?

I didn't ask for this either, but your damn right I shaved my head when the hair looked terrible.

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u/GoodIdea321 1d ago

People will accept the lumps.

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u/Mr-Derpity 1d ago

You look really good bud.

As others have said you might want to reconsider those glasses now that you've got a new look, and get a bit more of that beard going and you're going to be a complete badass.

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u/germzap Bald - Man 1d ago

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u/Low-Head8835 1d ago

Much better

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u/OliviasGiGi 1d ago

I think you look great! 😊

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u/CobraWasTaken 1d ago

Looks great man. I would recommend still using shampoo. I always have since I went bald. I just use less of it lol

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u/her-royal-blueness 1d ago

Where’s your smile!?

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u/her-royal-blueness 1d ago

Also, you look way better congrats!

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u/igkoz1 1d ago

looking good brother

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u/DragonsAreNifty 1d ago

Oh man, you should feel great about it! Suits you so well!!!

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u/vediogamer101 1d ago

Looks super sleek man!

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u/perf1620 1d ago

It looks better, congrats

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u/benjibenjibenjim 1d ago

HUGE IMPROVEMENT!

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u/LadyMogMog Support Committee 1d ago

You should feel great because you look great!!

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u/blackcain 1d ago

your skull is a sculpted model of a beautific shape. A herculean ideal amongst men. In other words. HOT DAMN!

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u/Shokojunge 1d ago

Look at this handsome motherfucker

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u/silkwuan Bald - Man 1d ago

You look great brother! A rule that I follow is using whatever I use for my face, I use for my head as well. Invest in a good face wash (I use CeraVe) and use that on your head. I only use shampoo when I haven’t shaved in a while and I have some hair on my head. Hope this helps! 😁

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u/randamm 1d ago

Yeah nice move!

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u/Ok-Reaction9095 1d ago

Feel great about it. It looks good!!

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u/Alert_Comedian848 1d ago

Looks good dude

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u/Peach_Venom24 1d ago

I don’t think your head looks lumpy

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u/FrohlicheChick 1d ago

You look great! Bald looks so much better.

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u/Euphoric-Swing6927 1d ago

It looks good. I would change the glasses. A bit smaller and thicker frame. A little more square than the current rectangle. And a grey or navy color.

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u/Smooth_Pumpkin_2119 1d ago

I think the bald is a fine look, but without your hair, the frames seem too harsh and large for your face. Maybe a light brown with narrower, slightly rounded frames.

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u/ItsHisMajesty 1d ago

I use a good face wash after every head shave. It keeps the irritation at bay and helps my scalp stay healthy.

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u/notacatbutt 1d ago

You look ready to take on the world. 🤟

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u/MarzipanPlane9490 1d ago

Hey you probably earned those lumps 🤣just own it and be proud

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u/Global-Fact7752 1d ago

How about having a little confidence?

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u/Dapper-Toe-5034 1d ago

It looks fine dude, but it also looked fine before. It was short and not exactly like you were trying to hide it with a weird combover or anything. I think you can have it either way, choose whatever you prefer

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u/Old-Professional7198 1d ago

You look better. I’m a random internet person. I stand to gain nothing.

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u/cheekyotter1717 1d ago

You should feel good! So much better!

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u/16Jen 22h ago

Looks great.

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u/Djood 22h ago

Looking 7 years younger

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u/Insylum82 22h ago

O think you could pull of a little more stubbe, slightly longer hair than pic 2 but shorter than picture 1

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u/Holiday_Eye8852 21h ago

Undressed the head, dressed the torso. Double-good move.

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u/DancesWH 21h ago

Looking fine brother.
Just standard body wash is fine for most people.

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u/Macarena6969 21h ago

Smaller glasses

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u/oldman_58 21h ago

Looks very good.

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u/joe-lefty500 21h ago

It looks great.

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u/13pv_ 20h ago

Instant glow-up 💪🏻💯

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u/KiltOfDoom 19h ago

Looks great brother

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u/sara61wilson 17h ago

Much better and to really upgrade the look, new frames

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u/CrescentJAustin 17h ago

Much cleaner, sharper look. Congratulations

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u/PrinceDoebler 16h ago

“My head is definitely lumpier than I had hoped”
I don’t see it. You’re tweaking.

I’d wash with bar soap. Specifically, something that exfoliates. And use some type of moisturizer after showering.

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u/The_Vicious_Panda 16h ago

Thicken your beard a bit and change your glasses shape . Youre all good

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u/mothra-of-invention 15h ago

Beard and glasses work with look 1 but not as much with look 2. Maybe more fadein the sideburns and lighter frames

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u/Ok-Baseball-3705 15h ago

You look 10 years younger.

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u/Any_Seaworthiness678 15h ago

Feel good..looks great!

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u/ordbot 14h ago

😍🥳😍

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u/BrightDesign44 14h ago

I know this group really likes the totally bald look, but I think you could grow it in a little bit if you don’t feel like the shaved look is quite for you.

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u/HaircutLady1987 14h ago

Looks good

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u/Ok-Leave2099 14h ago

way better trust me you look cute now

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u/Nervous_Writer_2632 14h ago

Hopefully you’ll feel as good as you’re looking. Years younger and oh so handsome. 10/10

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u/ThoughtGuy79 14h ago

Excellent. You feel excellent about your decision. Glad we could straighten that out.

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u/DouglasS71 13h ago

OP I use body wash, but if you’re going to keep your beard, you could use shampoo. Really it’s your choice.

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u/MamaKim31 12h ago

Looks great! Body wash!

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u/Kitten-Couger 12h ago

Just shaved off 10yrs dude!!! Looks good!

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u/Lohrhunter7 12h ago

Looking really great already! I think the confidence comes with time, not instantly and that's ok. Take the time OP and of you want more upgrades try different glasses. There's a lot of online stores that let you try them on with a filter and maybe you'll find a new frame you like more that matches the new do. Best of luck!

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u/Sweaty-Cattle2024 11h ago

Makes you look younger

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u/OptimusPrime365 11h ago

Hey you look like Henry Pakker and he is a charming dude!

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u/Wild_Clade 10h ago

As others have said. Id get yourself some rounder glasses. Your current ones visually divide your face in two. Go to the opticians and try on some rounder ones. Possibly try thinner arms. 

Also as others have said you look a good 5-10years younger. Before you look worn out now you look sharp. 

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u/liquitexlover 9h ago

New glasses (too wide for your face), and grow the beard out more.

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u/Gdbd09 9h ago

It looks good!😎

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u/Easy-Truth-851 9h ago

You look younger now!

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u/sin-thetik 9h ago

I just use soap to wash my scalp.

https://giphy.com/gifs/l0MYC0LajbaPoEADu

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u/Melanbythesea 9h ago

What a beautiful head! Go forth and conquer, Dude!!

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u/hardiniowa2002 8h ago

Dude you look amazing!

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u/Leumas_ 7h ago

You need smaller glasses. That’s it. 10/10.

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u/Former-Increase-9165 6h ago

You actually look younger without the hair,

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u/Pristine_Bike_7888 1d ago

I feel like this subs obsession with telling men they look hot bald is hella similar to trans grooming boards

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u/blueboglin 14h ago edited 12h ago

Yeah he looked like a dad in the first photo and then looks like le Redditor and young kid in the second one. Truly a downgrade outside of this echo chamber

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u/Spreken 1d ago

Trans grooming boards? What weird fucking circles are you in?

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u/RoyGBivens420 1d ago

First photo pedo vibes, second one normal person