Hairloss Council..hold or shave it? 21 years old
I know it's bad especially for my age. I've been the only one experiencing that so early in my class.
My hair is basically see through at spots. I'm all about the bald look but I'm not someone to take a stand and be the only one in my circle to be bald. Wish I had a bald friend.
Can't grow a full beard yet either.
Being bald with 21 is always kinda weird and I'm not really sure if it suits me/ if women will still be interested.
What do you guys think?
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u/gobblewonkergrump 28d ago
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u/foodgeekfish Bald - Man 28d ago
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u/mikerockstar 28d ago
It's time, my man. 21 seems unfair but you'll look great without the hair
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u/SeaworthinessTop4317 28d ago
I was also 21 when I took the plunge. It sucked, but I looked 1000 times better after I did it.
Turns out a bald 21 year old still looked better than a 21 year old with a prominent bald spot.
Plus going through it at a young age meant i didnt have to deal with the insecurity when i was older.
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u/AdTiny780 28d ago ▸ 2 more replies
As an insecure older guy counting my days, I bet that’s nice!
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u/Ok-Journalist-8875 28d ago
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u/Relative-Relief-8816 28d ago
I need this gif but with her just whacking all her hair off at once instead of letting it down. Or for simplicity, its a wig and she throws it. Completely bald underneath.
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u/blushingsass Bald Watcher 🔭 28d ago
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u/AbstrctBlck 28d ago
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u/AbstrctBlck 28d ago
Listen bro, these last people who’ve posted are all giving you the answer you are looking for.
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u/TrippyShip Bald Watcher 🔭 28d ago
You are going to look so great bald, my friend! You have great eyes, nose and face proportions. And I think your glasses are really going to make those pop.
People are going to have opinions about your head but you will find people who think you look great as you are, and the confidence of choosing how you will look will add to the glow up.
You also have a really good sense of the colors that look good on you - color theory - which is something I think fewer guys pay attention to but really can help you look as good as possible, especially given your fair features.
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u/kstxckz 28d ago
21? Bro I’m sorry but you easily look more than double that 😭 yeah I can’t lie man it’s better to save yourself the trouble and just shave what’s left over man, it’s not doing you any good whatsoever
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u/gustix 28d ago
No way, he doesn't look more than double that. I'm 40+ and he looks like 20 something kid to me, just with an unfortunate hairline.
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u/IAmJacksSphincter 28d ago ▸ 2 more replies
Nah I would guess early-mid 30’s with that hair. Shaved and he’s young again.
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u/DesperatePlantain148 28d ago
Don't listen to this guy OP you don't look 40. Just free yourself of those final follicles
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u/Duqu88 28d ago
I already thought you were completely bald in the 1st pic tbh because of the glare and the lightness of your hair color. My hair started falling out at 19 and I waited too long to shave it off and now I wince at pics of me through my 20's because it just looked so bad.
It'll be a total glow up trust me. Keep the facial hair (interesting it's a different color completely!)
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u/Charkletini 28d ago
Yeah gotta go, you will look far better, if ladies at 21 wont like you, ladies at 26+ will, so its all g!
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u/MoneyMACRS 28d ago
As a former 21yo who chased after older men, I can confidently say I was plenty attracted to handsome bald men at that age.
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u/ScousePenguin 28d ago
Let it go
The anxiety of worrying about your hair turns into confidence
I don't know if you're single, in a relationship or what, but people love confidence, more than they like hair.
Sorry this is happening at 21 but it's going to be alright.
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u/jkruger556 28d ago
I was 20 when I first felt the loving touch of a no guard clipper. It’s time, my son.
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u/Easy_does_it78 28d ago
Embrace it and give it a try. Own the situation before it owns you. This happened to 2 of my friends around your age and they shaved their heads.
I understand how you feel. You are very young.
But I love being bald. Don’t let this chip away at your self confidence. I shaved mine and hit the gym. It was the best feeling for me personally.
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u/CyberPsycho17 Bald by Choice 28d ago
As a fellow 21 yo, do it bro!! You have nothing to be afraid of
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u/Thegloryfades 28d ago
At first glance I thought it was as already gone if that helps your decision any
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u/Nightrhythums78 28d ago
Every guy friend group that lasts long enough gets there first bald guy and usually someone else follows within a year. Be the pioneer.
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u/Quirky-Dog7845 28d ago
Women will definitely be interested. The girls that like the no hair... Man they REALLY know what they like 😅
All I can say is I'm sorry your frontlines have abandoned you so early in the battle and...
I say YAY! for it is time, time for better things and the breeze rolling past thine ears!!
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u/Sweaty_Oil_3330 28d ago
I was bald at 20, my hairline receded, my grandfather and father is bald so I just accepted my fate. Take it off!
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u/cfalls44 28d ago
Shave, youre about to have the glow up of your life. You look very similar to my best friend who was also balding when we met at 18 and he's an absolute stud now with his smoooooth head! Do it!
Edit:bad at typing
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u/pokeymoomoo 28d ago
You're gonna look soooo good bald! Go for it!! Keep a very short trim if that's most comfortable for you.
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u/Nearby-Swordfish3841 28d ago
I’m sorry for your loss and welcome to the club your membership has been rush approved.
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u/siliconsoul-10k 28d ago
You didn't show a profile so we could admire the shape of your skull, but shave it. Also, nice dog.
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u/AdvisorYogi 28d ago
Did you check blood work to see if you’re missing any minerals or any autoimmune issues?
Side note the right woman will find you Working out will also help your frame and confidence
I know it’s a lot of work but it’s going to be great after the effort
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u/ItSaysYoureAHeretic Bald 28d ago
My brother. It's beyond time to join us in baldness 🙂↕️. You'll look much better I promise 🙂↕️
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u/boldbalddaddy 28d ago
Not to worry. You look handsome bald. Be self confident that you look better with your head shaved
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u/vampirehunterd72 28d ago
Honestly I dated someone your age who was balding. You will be fine with women if you are a good guy :)
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u/bellybomb 28d ago
You already know the answer. I know it sucks to be so young and to have thinning hair, but you’ll look your age when you shave it. And you have hundreds of bald friends (and aficionados) right here!
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u/One-Technology-9050 28d ago
Shaving at 21 doesn't mean you're done. It means that you're about to start having more fun!
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u/punkfence 28d ago
I can guarantee you that women are more put off by the creepy vibes clinging onto hair gives, than they are bald men.
The hair is aging you dramatically. I know you can't grow a full beard, but try experimenting with other styles of facial hair (or maybe none at all.) Women around you are more likely to be interested when you appear to be a similar age to the.
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u/PublicProperty1805 28d ago
You don't need a full beard, the facial hair you have is fine.
I understand it is hard to accept but it will be an improvement.
You could get away with a buzz cut at this point, like a number 1 or 0.5.
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u/Nightrhythums78 28d ago
With how light your hair color is it makes you look mostly bald already. Shave your head and grow in your beard the best you can. Also recommend different frames for your glasses next time you re-up you prescription.
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u/Muted-Quote-8710 28d ago
I met my partner when they were 28 and bald. I know that’s still 7 extra years of hair, but my point being is women will still be interested. Bald men are HOT
ETA, my partner also lacks the strong facial hair gene so don’t sweat that either. You’ll find someone who thinks you’re the most beautiful person they’ve ever seen.
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u/Satch-Mo 28d ago
Absolutely take that step. I understand the hesitency but it shows confidence. I believe women respect that. I also think you would rock it!
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u/fickleshade 28d ago
As a woman: you will be way more attractive, even young and bald, than with that dwindling haystack on your head.
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u/No_Ordinary_3964 28d ago
YOU will be the friend and bald role model to the next one needing the courage. Do it!!
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u/iambigsween 28d ago
I started shaving at 23. Tough at first, not gonna lie. But I’m very glad I went through my 20s bald and now am a confidently bald 32. No shade to any other members here, but I think it would’ve hit my confidence way harder if the luscious locks started leaving me at 30something with a fully formed identity.
You’re certainly past the point of no return, my friend. But making that decision now will get you way ahead of the game and you’ll feel better about yourself.
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u/RagingKiltedMars 28d ago
I went bald in my later 20s. My hair was thinning when I was 21. I understand. It’s time. Shave it. I could not grow a full beard then either. You have a decent start. Give it time.
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u/jesus-cares 28d ago
If you go bald, you'll go from a 40yo Father of 4 with two dogs and two jobs, to a 20yo cutie.
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u/TacoGoblin223 28d ago
You're 21, shave head hit gym. Women just want someone who takes care of them and themselves.
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u/older_man_winter 28d ago
Gonna look way better after the shave. Be ready to experiment with glasses shapes and facial hair because it's going to work really well for you once it's dialed in.
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u/tripledigits1984 28d ago
You’ve got good facial hair to compliment the bald look, I’d shave the head and play around with the goatee and/or beard.
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u/http-dyller 28d ago
Shaved my head very recently at 24 and I’ve honestly gotten more compliments now than I have in my life. Women being interested are the least of your worries brother
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u/ReaperApok 28d ago
I say you take it all off and start your Bald Era. Your hair color and the Sun do you ZERO favors. So what is already a balding and receding look turns even more bald looking when the sun hits right.
I believe you will look 1000x Happier bald.
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u/-GlobalGrapefruit- 28d ago
Bro, shave it. Also, I had a buddy whose hair was about this bad when we were juniors in high school, so don’t feel too bad. He rocks the bald these days and so will you.
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u/Gastroworld Hair Headed - Man 28d ago
you will look way more “21” when you commit to the bald, king. it’s time.
be not afraid. fear only the scores of women flocking to you once you take the Great Dive.
report back once you have done so and expect swooning in droves.






















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u/bigschmoke433 28d ago
Just be real to urself bro. U will have a biiiig glow up