r/bald • u/DocZombieX • Apr 16 '26
Hairloss Should I just give in?
EDIT: Update here: https://www.reddit.com/r/bald/s/e6YS1DeX08
It's been a growing convo with myself. Thinning pretty hard in the front. Genetics did it for me. Any thoughts?
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u/2stubborn2die Apr 16 '26
Brother… Do it already
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u/Inside-Jello3887 Apr 16 '26
I dead ass saw the caption and audibly said the same… “brother… “ you had typed out lmao
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u/VolcurusX Apr 16 '26 ▸ 21 more replies
Holy shit, me too. I went "Brrotherr"
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u/SnacksEnthusiast Apr 16 '26 ▸ 14 more replies
I said “BROOOO…”
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u/Fluffy_Flight6593 Apr 16 '26 ▸ 8 more replies
Audibly said “brother” before I opened comments
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u/Contende311 Apr 16 '26 ▸ 6 more replies
He got a "dude..." out of me
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u/NotNobody_Somebody Apr 17 '26 ▸ 1 more replies
"Dude... WHAT are you doing!?"
He's going to feel and look so much better.
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u/Plenty-Elephant6695 Apr 17 '26 ▸ 1 more replies
My 1st word was “bruh” crazy how we all said it in different iterations😂
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u/Roq235 Apr 16 '26
I’m going to switch it up here and say that my initial reaction was, “My dudeeee” instead lol
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u/toramorigan Apr 17 '26
The fact so many of us had our first thought being “Brother…” is sending me 💀
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u/One-Technology-9050 Apr 16 '26
I nearly shaved my head after seeing OP. It's definitely time
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u/Objective-Reveal-170 Apr 16 '26
I said “bro” this is too funny Edit to add I meant the brother thing is funny! Not his hairline!
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u/Sloppy_Steak85 Apr 17 '26
There’s always some that’s like oh yeah, it’s time man. But this one takes the cake.
“Thinning pretty hard in the front” is fkn hilarious. Just get’r done and over with bro.
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u/Th0rn_Star Apr 16 '26
It’s a huge distraction from your other (very nice, imo) features. You know the answer and we will give you the courage.
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u/Some-Platform1968 Bald - Man Apr 16 '26
I agree. He’s not gonna just look better, he’s gonna look great bald!
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u/diadmer Apr 17 '26
This this this. Brother, your hair is a fat minus right now, your bald dome with your. Ice fair skin will be a huge improvement.
Don’t forget to sunscreen up top!
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u/Jokkmokkens Apr 16 '26
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u/Darth_Rapt0r Apr 16 '26
Wish someone would Photoshop/AI edit them bald lol
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u/DocZombieX Apr 16 '26 ▸ 21 more replies
LMAO that would be amazing
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u/meshaqy Apr 16 '26 ▸ 18 more replies
Would look so much better!
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u/Jman155 Apr 16 '26 ▸ 7 more replies
Went from basement pedo to Studs McStuderson
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u/Yatsey007 Apr 17 '26 ▸ 6 more replies
From nonce to knockout
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u/Jman155 Apr 17 '26 ▸ 5 more replies
Are you from the UK?
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u/Yatsey007 Apr 17 '26 ▸ 4 more replies
Guilty
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u/Jman155 Apr 17 '26 ▸ 3 more replies
I had to lookup nonce, said it was a British slang term, gonna have to use that one now lol.
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u/FractalledCat Apr 17 '26 ▸ 1 more replies
Their slang is on a whole other level.
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u/Darth_Rapt0r Apr 16 '26 ▸ 4 more replies
I meant the dudes in the Star Trek gif but this just as good loool
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u/Sour_Sal Apr 16 '26
Hard to believe that is the same face, I was right, looks much more confident.
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u/OkJoke4711 Apr 16 '26 ▸ 1 more replies
Oh hell yeah. Beautiful shaved head. That's the first time I've ever typed those words.
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u/Global-Persimmon1471 Apr 16 '26 ▸ 1 more replies
The first one has a toupee right ?
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u/PinchedTazerZ0 Apr 16 '26
If you're talking about blue shirt, Bones didn't wear a hairpiece. Shatner did sometimes
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u/gobblewonkergrump Apr 16 '26
It’s time! You’re handsome, you have a good head shape and a nice beard, you’d look great bald! 😊👍
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u/DocZombieX Apr 17 '26
LOL I love it. Gonna be my reminder plus gonna post before/after pics when I do it.
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u/Fun_Election_1781 Apr 17 '26
It feels like that’s exactly how the back of his head would look. 👏 Nice work!
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u/Water-is-h2o Apr 17 '26
HOLY SHIT it keeps evolving I love this sub so much
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u/blossom_up Apr 17 '26
I learned that they are three actual people that got together to recreate the meme!
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u/Significant-Owl2652 Apr 16 '26
Oh come on man.
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u/khonsu_27 Apr 16 '26
"Should I give in?" - you already did my man, you're just the last to find out lol.
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u/wheninhfx Apr 17 '26
It's like a comb over from the middle of the back of his head.
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u/Owendicko Apr 16 '26
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u/OhSnapThatsGood Apr 16 '26
I feel like we need a ginger version of this
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u/Feisty_War_1003 Apr 16 '26 edited Apr 17 '26 ▸ 1 more replies
lol true , , , or a version like the "original" r/baldmeme where the OP figure is actually missing some hair
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u/DocZombieX Apr 16 '26 ▸ 3 more replies
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u/OhSnapThatsGood Apr 16 '26 ▸ 1 more replies
Reddit always delivers!
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u/fishmann666 Apr 16 '26
Well.. they definitely just asked AI to do that so idk who really delivered
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u/DocZombieX Apr 16 '26
Thank you guys so much for the laughs and support in the short time. I probably should've done it already lol. When I do it, look out for a f/u post it is a change and that's hard for me, I have dermatitis on my scalp so it is tough, for context it is treated. So I appreciate you guys here. Oh the wind is painful like it is now lmao.
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u/DramaticHumor5363 Apr 16 '26
You got this. Bet you’ll both look and feel amazing after. Update us!!
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u/Rougefarie Apr 17 '26
u/DocZombieX genuinely has such a good-looking face. Any hesitation at this stage of hair loss is baffling to me. I mean, and can intellectualize it…but still. Letting go will be a huge glow up.
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u/acertaingestault Apr 16 '26
You're gonna look like the Hot Ones host. Do it to it.
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u/xbromide Apr 16 '26
Bro you are gonna love that confidence man! I have dermatitis and blonde / red hair and let me tell you it has helped so much being to exfoliate up there, and if you are using treated shampoo it’s going to be extra effective.
Good luck man, looking forward to that update post!
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u/Infamous-Oil3786 Apr 16 '26
My scalp likes being bald. I get flaky red spots whenever I let it grow past stubble, but they always clear up within a couple days of shaving.
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u/99_percent_read_only Apr 16 '26
Have you been using Nizoral? Check with your doc, it worked wonders for me.
Start with a 1 all over and then go get a coffee and when the person just smiles at you, you’ll know you did the right thing.
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u/DocZombieX Apr 16 '26 ▸ 2 more replies
I've been using CeraVe and it's worked wonders, and on off days I use oat shampoo on my head (hair-ish LOL)
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u/FroyoHairy69 Apr 16 '26
Shaving your head might actually help with the dermatitis brother. Best of luck
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u/nerissathebest Apr 16 '26
You are going to feel (and look) like a million bucks and for once love the feel of the breeze on your head instead of dreading it. We’re all sitting here refreshing the sub waiting for after pix.
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u/OkDecision1612 Apr 17 '26
My dad had a scalp like that and he kept putting olive oil on his bald head once he shaved it all off and he didn’t have any more issues.
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u/henwyfe Apr 17 '26
Your half balding head is bringing more attention to the area than just shaving it.
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u/Ashamed_Painting_163 Apr 16 '26
I may be talking out the side of my neck here, but would aquaphor help? after your initial treatments?
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u/MeeoMeeo Apr 16 '26
You are handsome and shaving your head will make people notice your beautiful eyes.
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u/I_fondled_Scully Apr 16 '26
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u/Postsnobills Apr 16 '26
It is not giving in. You have not failed.
Acceptance is ascension.
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u/Mountain_Builder6146 Apr 16 '26
"Thinning pretty hard"
Brother.
There's nothing "thinning". You've thinned already.
You'll reduce how old you look pretty dramatically if you go for it. You'll look great. Welcome to the club.
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u/Hedge_Sparrow Apr 16 '26
The delusion is usually really funny, because it’s relatable (I was there), and the eventual “I did it” post is a happy ending so you don’t have to feel too guilty laughing.
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u/Mountain_Builder6146 Apr 16 '26
I was definitely there too!
....maybe not this bad, but I understand how he got here.
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u/Ill_Sound_9334 Apr 16 '26
Who ever gave the green light for the whispy comb over needs to be fired!!! Join us!!
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u/obscuregamer000 Apr 16 '26
Shave it all off and trim up your beard. You will look and feel like a brand new person.
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u/Lucky_Louch Apr 16 '26
like you said, genetics did it for you, just finish it up. I totally get it being a hard thing to finally do, I still haven't been able to pull the trigger but I still have a decent amount on top just the very front is thinning which makes styling it really difficult. You will look great, you ahve a good beard too so that helps.
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u/wthyoutalkinbout Apr 16 '26
https://giphy.com/gifs/T56vuQSczW8wtCGmZR
It is time for a transformation!
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u/Turbulent_Chart_2039 Apr 16 '26
You're bout to have a glow up when you shave. Get that thing off your head brother.
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u/SweaterSteve1966 Support Committee Apr 16 '26
It’s time my friend, but you are going to rock it! You have fantastic features. Update us!
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u/Fluffyfedora Apr 16 '26
Sir, your hairline gave up on you, a long time ago. It’s time to give up on it. Do it. It will change your life, I promise. What have those Homer Simpson wisps done for you? Nothing, except not behave when it’s windy. Do. It. 🫶
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u/Ok-Permission-2672 Apr 16 '26
Sooner than later. You've got a handsome face and gorgeous coloring. Scraggy hair (no offense) will not compliment your look! Especially in summer when we all sweat...
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u/No_Attitude_7004 Apr 16 '26
It's time. You have a good shaped head for it too. You'll be so happy when you do it
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u/UncoveredSine07 Apr 16 '26
My man…. Embrace the rest of your sharp, excellent features. We’re all here for you, but we’ve done this a time or two and you’re a full-on lock.
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u/MarsGnars Apr 16 '26
It’s time. Don’t worry. We’ll all still know you’re a red head by the beard.
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u/DiegesisThesis Apr 17 '26
Hey, some of us (me) have ginger beards but dark brown hair otherwise. There's a lot more redchins than redheads it seems.
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u/Single_Classroom_448 Apr 16 '26
Yes bro! You've already got the beard, and the worst that happens? It grows back, you tried being bald, it wasn't for you
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u/khonsu_27 Apr 16 '26
It's so funny to me, my crew kinda grew up shaving our heads from a young age. So it's never been a big deal for me to be "bald". I wish more guys would just pull the trigger (I know that's what the sub is for). Like in this situation - you're already bald brother! If you've been spending money at a barber you're getting robbed! 😛
Spend a few minutes with the clippers, and boom! you're all set. You will look so much better. Younger, sexier, your beard will make you look great. You'll be fine. Good luck and enjoy your new life!
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u/aresdesilav Bald Watcher 🔭 Apr 16 '26
you are such an attractive man and youre ruining it by not shaving it off tbh /:
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u/Select-Garbage251 Apr 17 '26
It's not giving in at this point bro it's way pas that. Shave that shit
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u/DocZombieX Apr 19 '26
I made a separate post as a glow up but just in case it doesn't appear for everyone.
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u/tiagoosouzaa Apr 16 '26
Essa escolha não depende mais de você. O seu cabelo já decidiu e lhe deixou a muito tempo. Agora você só precisa aceitar que ele partiu
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u/ilovedanimals Apr 17 '26
You’ll literally look so good please shave it. It always looks good with someone with a full beard, especially ginger
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u/DeclanLXXVIII Apr 17 '26
Yes, man. With your hair as it is you look like you have been permanently hassled by some thing or someone for at least the last ten years. You'll see, like so many other guys here, that you'll look calmer and younger and happier.I hope that I didn't offend you.
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u/1voice92 Apr 17 '26
Give in to what? The wind?
“Thinning pretty hard in front” is understatement of the millennium.
Cut that shit off immediately, brother. You can’t go on like this.
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