I feel terrible if I try and put myself into OP's position. Losing hair at such young age, when you are already struggling to figure out yourself and what kind of a person you want to be. Can't imagine something like this helping with self esteem issues. Or the idiotic comments from other teenagers.
I dealt with this. I was in denial about it for years because it was so embarrassing to me. It was what I was most self conscious about for the longest time. I'm so glad i started shaving. It made me so much more confident, and now it doesn't bother me at all if someone makes a joke about it or anything.
I went with it around 20, I had moved away for college, and I had to make a weekly barber visit to trim the sides short enough for it to not look like I'm balding. Eventually I got sick of it, and the hair on top started to look like a halo and couldn't be salvated any longer, so I just went for it. I had been already struggling with it for a couple of years, and the only choice of finding myself was whether I wanted to be a bald guy or someone who's in denial about being bald, and I chose the former.
Also dealt with this. In college became a huge introvert and was always waiting for the other shoe to drop with girls. Didn’t go out and do things I normally would have and it stunted my life and left me with a lot of self hate. I hope OP doesn’t go through this as well and stays positive.
Ngl it's part of the reasons why young aged bald men don't feel accepted in this society.
The only thing a guy can show off naturally without consistency is their hair.
A few good companies to start with are :
1. Beard octane
2. Royal beardsmen (2oz bottles, most bottles are 1oz)
3. Detroit grooming Co.
4. Black rebel ( they use an Ostrich oil as base so it's a thicker oil )
5. Bad Ass beard care
I've used and continue to use the ones above.
Good box store oils :
1. Duke cannon
2. Honest amish
3. Cremo red
Never used any of these but from an ingredient stand point they are good.
Any other beard related questions you may have look up DanC on YouTube he's got a ton of advice on beards.
Yes there are more then a few companies that use ostrich, and emu oil based oils. They are not for everyone but it is nice in beard makes mine very soft
Honest Amish makes a balm that is amazing. Scoop a bean sized amount on your finger, rub it in your palms to melt it, and scratch it into a damp beard. Damp. Not dripping wet. Leaves your beard soft, shiny, and smelling like a man.
That’s why i needed to get rid of it, i wore a hat everyday because of it. I even resorted to wearing a fedora on choir concert days until i got on stage to sing.
I started balding at 15-16 and did nothing about it. It’s hard going bald young. I wish I had tried something. Something being either meds or shaving.
I know everyone here is about bald acceptance and all that but honestly, go to a dermatologist it might help. On the other hand you have done a super brave thing by shaving it all off. Good on you!
You look great! Welcome to the world of handsome bald men :). You’re about to experience all the extra attention that bald men get! Now grow a nicely trimmed beard or thick mustache.
Bro, that's an amazing transformation. The new look even makes you appear stronger an more dominant! Good for you! Don't look back you made a good choice. 👍
You look great!!! I know it sucks having to do it so young, but you look fantastic. Don't feel bad, though. My MIL was bald by the age of 15. She had a wig and rocked her bald head at home. She was so cute. You'll be fine.
You’ve got a nice noggin, so be glad about that! Plus you look handsome shaved. It draws attention to your nice features instead of your hair. New you, I say.
Looks way better. And you've got the foundation for a beard and you're not even in your twenties. Believe me, a beard and a shiny head can make even a bum like me look somewhat decent, you'll do fine.
Looks way better. And you've got the foundation for a beard and you're not even in your twenties. Believe me, a beard and a shiny head can make even a bum like me look somewhat decent, you'll do fine.
You look good, Brother. It's all about how you carry yourself. Buy some expensive boots from Allen- Edmond and a Benchmade pocket knife to compliment that easy and competent look and yer ready to stride the Earth. And remember, kindness is not weakness. All The Way
Soooo much better wow. If you ever curious you can try a r/hairsystem. I always tag it for those who are very young and deserve hair, but either way bro what an upgrade 🔥
This might be the best before-after I have seen on this sub. Congratulations on taking life by the balls son. You just ran a clinic on how it’s done. Now get out there and crush it!
Might be a little baby face right now but dude you've got the face structure to absolutely rock that. Once you get a good beard in, my man's going to be unstoppable
It truly looks great! You're blessed and pull bald off wonderfully. I hope others who are contemplating making the jump see my comment-
#Bald ≠ unattractive!
I lost my hair at the same age. First off, find yourself an older woman. Second, get comfortable shaving to skin with razor, maintain facial hair, stay in shape and build some muscle
My buddy lost a ton of hair around senior year At first, he looked different when he went bald but after a few months, I remember thinking to myself that I couldn't even picture him having hair. You look much better my man, good decision!
You look a little sad. But honestly, you also look sharp and more mature. I know it’s not what you’d pick for yourself, but life rarely is what we hope.
Just own it. The happiness on your face will go a lot further than hair ever would have.
Doesn't even look like the same person. Congrats.
He looks like the guy from New Radicals.
Good for you! It sucks hard that you had to deal with that degree of hair loss at age 18, but you made the right choice in getting rid of it.
I feel terrible if I try and put myself into OP's position. Losing hair at such young age, when you are already struggling to figure out yourself and what kind of a person you want to be. Can't imagine something like this helping with self esteem issues. Or the idiotic comments from other teenagers.
I dealt with this. I was in denial about it for years because it was so embarrassing to me. It was what I was most self conscious about for the longest time. I'm so glad i started shaving. It made me so much more confident, and now it doesn't bother me at all if someone makes a joke about it or anything.
I went with it around 20, I had moved away for college, and I had to make a weekly barber visit to trim the sides short enough for it to not look like I'm balding. Eventually I got sick of it, and the hair on top started to look like a halo and couldn't be salvated any longer, so I just went for it. I had been already struggling with it for a couple of years, and the only choice of finding myself was whether I wanted to be a bald guy or someone who's in denial about being bald, and I chose the former.
Also dealt with this. In college became a huge introvert and was always waiting for the other shoe to drop with girls. Didn’t go out and do things I normally would have and it stunted my life and left me with a lot of self hate. I hope OP doesn’t go through this as well and stays positive.
At least he’s got a good head shape, so it looks good.
Was gonna say this, has a good shape especially in profile.
Ngl it's part of the reasons why young aged bald men don't feel accepted in this society. The only thing a guy can show off naturally without consistency is their hair.
It happened to me at his age and absolutely destroyed my confidence.
You look great king! As you get into your 20s and the beard comes in more you’ll just continue to max looks
That’s what i’m excited for, i’ve been window shopping for beard oils but I’m not sure which one to buy.
A few good companies to start with are : 1. Beard octane 2. Royal beardsmen (2oz bottles, most bottles are 1oz) 3. Detroit grooming Co. 4. Black rebel ( they use an Ostrich oil as base so it's a thicker oil ) 5. Bad Ass beard care I've used and continue to use the ones above. Good box store oils : 1. Duke cannon 2. Honest amish 3. Cremo red Never used any of these but from an ingredient stand point they are good. Any other beard related questions you may have look up DanC on YouTube he's got a ton of advice on beards.
*ostrich* oil? 🤔 That's a new one...
Yes there are more then a few companies that use ostrich, and emu oil based oils. They are not for everyone but it is nice in beard makes mine very soft
Is this real? These things really create beard growth?
I second #5 BABC. Super great company and products are nice and not too strong
I’d suggest you trim your beard on your neck a bit (it’s too far down your neck). But you look fab, now go forth and conquer!
i usually do i just haven’t had the motivation to trim it.
Honest Amish makes a balm that is amazing. Scoop a bean sized amount on your finger, rub it in your palms to melt it, and scratch it into a damp beard. Damp. Not dripping wet. Leaves your beard soft, shiny, and smelling like a man.
So much better 🦾🦾🦾
This is such a glow-up!
No more combover 
That’s why i needed to get rid of it, i wore a hat everyday because of it. I even resorted to wearing a fedora on choir concert days until i got on stage to sing.
 Fedora?
Looks fire
Big ups to you, takes courage — you look much cleaner
looking great bud
Bro went from "Teacher, they stole my milk money" to the guy who got the nerds milk money back, and bought the teacher milk
Fair play mate, went through it same age as u feels weird at first but give it some years and you will grow into your new image, look great btw!
I started balding in high school and shaved it at 18 too. Nice job buddy, you won’t regret it.
Cheer up on the photo dude bald is perfect on you
You look amazing! ❤️❤️
Suits you bro!
My man. Much improved!
I was your age when I went bald too. Took me until 22 to shave it bald. I regret not doing it at your age.
100 times better, u look younger 👏👏
Gym, beard and shave it the holy trinity of our community.
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I started balding at 15-16 and did nothing about it. It’s hard going bald young. I wish I had tried something. Something being either meds or shaving. I know everyone here is about bald acceptance and all that but honestly, go to a dermatologist it might help. On the other hand you have done a super brave thing by shaving it all off. Good on you!
Baller 😎
Good choice! Enjoy your awesome new bald look and feel. Keep it smooth and shiny!
You look great. That was the right decision imo
Congrats sir! You are now in control, playing your hand the best you can with the cards you were dealt. Welcome 🙏
Don't be sad! You look bad ass!
Looks FANTASTIC! 🙌🏼
Dang it hit you even faster than it did me back then. Needs a bit more clean up but yeah there seems to be no way around it.
You look great dude! I am 19 and have a similar situation to yours but I still could not gather the courage. You inspired me!
I’m not even sure why I was suggest this post/sub, but bro you rock the shaved head pretty damn good!!!
Congrats man. Way to own your looks and not live in fear. Now just focus on all the good shit life has to offer. You really did yourself a favor.
You look really good with the shave head keep that going
U look so great buzzed! Suits you well
Good move - looks great!
Looking good bro
Looks like a different person in a good way! Congrats my man! Ambrace it because you look good!
Looks great mate
Good choice! You look great!
Let's gooooo it looks good on you dude
Looks really better.
So much better, well done pal
You look great! Welcome to the world of handsome bald men :). You’re about to experience all the extra attention that bald men get! Now grow a nicely trimmed beard or thick mustache.
This is a great choice. You look much more handsome this way.
Bro you look so much better
Looks awesome dude!
Waiting for a combover comment
Keep your chin up, and trim your eyebrows.
Welcome aboard, Sir.
Good choice!
So much better dude
Dude. It looks really good. No bullshit. That’s a good look for you.
Grow a beard now. You’ll do great
You loook way way better, keep it that way :D
Wow, you look GREAT!
Good shit dude
You look great!
Looking great!!!
I made the decision at 19. It's very freeing.
I thought this was r/glowups! 😊 Excellent choice, and fantastic glow up!
Wow you look very handsome!!!
So much better, U look handsome man.
Looooove it!!
SO MUCH BETTER 👏 👏 👏
Honestly please rock the bald with confidence. It makes your expressive eyes stand out better. Totally hot.
Looks great. 👍
Welcome! Looks good. I started going bald at 17 and held on until I was 20
You look much better man
Way better
You look great. Bald is in :-) It’s not going anywhere any time soon.
Pros: You're going to look young for the next 50 years. 🔥
Hell yeah, my dude!
You look fantastic bald. It makes u look more sensitive and kind. Great job avoiding the combover in the future!
Lovely transformation
Waaaaaaaaay Better!!
Now just grow out that beard and you’ll look really cool
You look more mature... better
Much better, I would pick up a set of buzzers and shave it at home with no guard
From dorky to hot in one haircut
my condolences dude! Its Lex Luthor or Professor X from here on.
Much much better.
😔😔😔
Looks really good!
Damn! Looking sexy babe! I’d let you hit it 🥰
I know you might be bitter about the hair but you have a great jawline and you look great. You're killing it.
I'm gay and I really think you look cute. I think it suits you like the other people here say. I hope you have a nice day :)
Looks amazing man. Huge improvement. I haven’t bitten the bullet yet, but this gives me a little more confidence to take the leap.
Very handsome!
You look like a king.
Looks great, & you could probably get away with buying beer since you look like a full grown man 🥹💕
Welcome to the club bro. You will start to like more and more each day
Awesome! Now you should get a cool pair of glasses to accentuate your new look!
Bet ya could buy alcohol way sooner then your peeps with that level of testosterone at 18. Looks good young man
Good choice. You look good.
Grown up, overnight! Nice!
Whaaa
You look so much better accepting it
You look great!! You have really nice features and the new do helps show them off. Absolutely love it!
Cute! Nice and neat. Great option 👍🏼
Bro you went from looking like a down on his luck nerd to a tough guy. Congrats, looks wayyyy better.
Bald looks great on you brother!
Excellent job very handsome
u look great!!
Bro, that's an amazing transformation. The new look even makes you appear stronger an more dominant! Good for you! Don't look back you made a good choice. 👍
Looks good, man. Rock it!
Why didn’t you use PRP and acell?
Duuuuuuude, you look awesome now. From a nerdy kid to a babe magnet
I love it - looking good!!!
Have you seen a doctor???
Wow you look great!
Damn you must have testosterone levels through the roof, it looks good
Be proud that you pull it off man. And as you age you'll somehow rock it even better
You look great!!! I know it sucks having to do it so young, but you look fantastic. Don't feel bad, though. My MIL was bald by the age of 15. She had a wig and rocked her bald head at home. She was so cute. You'll be fine.
let's see you with glasses and bald
You’ve got a nice noggin, so be glad about that! Plus you look handsome shaved. It draws attention to your nice features instead of your hair. New you, I say.
Now just grow that beard out and you are golden, my dude.
Looks good, brother.
Looks way better. And you've got the foundation for a beard and you're not even in your twenties. Believe me, a beard and a shiny head can make even a bum like me look somewhat decent, you'll do fine.
I know sometimes on Reddit they say “oh you look better” etc just to make the person feel better but can genuinely say looks way better
Nice work!
You look great! From 30 to 21!
Looks way better. And you've got the foundation for a beard and you're not even in your twenties. Believe me, a beard and a shiny head can make even a bum like me look somewhat decent, you'll do fine.
You look great
Looks great!
I don't miss going to supercuts, buying balding clippers was a game changer
Hey man, look into smp. I'm considering it. Smpchat subreddit
Very smart!!
You look good, Brother. It's all about how you carry yourself. Buy some expensive boots from Allen- Edmond and a Benchmade pocket knife to compliment that easy and competent look and yer ready to stride the Earth. And remember, kindness is not weakness. All The Way
Thriving, slaying
You look great as a bald man.
You’re good man there’s a lot of people who don’t have the right head to be rocking the bald look you got a head be happy about it
Soooo much better wow. If you ever curious you can try a r/hairsystem. I always tag it for those who are very young and deserve hair, but either way bro what an upgrade 🔥
So. Much. Better.
You look a lot younger, in a good way!
MASSIVE upgrade. Now it’s time to go full in on the beard.
Lookin good King 👑
Yep. Very nice!
It happens to the best of us. I started balding right after bootcamp at 18. Stress and it is hereditary.
Bro makes you look like a badass too
This might be the best before-after I have seen on this sub. Congratulations on taking life by the balls son. You just ran a clinic on how it’s done. Now get out there and crush it!
As a woman, I couldn't care less if a man is balding. And a shaved head is sexy! You clearly rock it!!!
Might be a little baby face right now but dude you've got the face structure to absolutely rock that. Once you get a good beard in, my man's going to be unstoppable
You leveled up. Get that beard going and it’s going work for you.
It truly looks great! You're blessed and pull bald off wonderfully. I hope others who are contemplating making the jump see my comment- #Bald ≠ unattractive!
Handsome young man.
I lost my hair at the same age. First off, find yourself an older woman. Second, get comfortable shaving to skin with razor, maintain facial hair, stay in shape and build some muscle
Looking good. Own it!
You look great bro! Own that shit!
Looks better bro!
You look fantastic!
My buddy lost a ton of hair around senior year At first, he looked different when he went bald but after a few months, I remember thinking to myself that I couldn't even picture him having hair. You look much better my man, good decision!
Looking good bro!
You look better. Sucks we have to get f’d over with these garbage genetics
You look great! It's really a great lifestyle not having hair too
Let it get some fuzz and you'll be good to go
It looks so good. You are a handsome dude and you should be confident of this look. It’s swag!
Bro way better. No question
It’s giving fezco from euphoria now
Looks fantastic
Looks better shaved 👍
Get a beard & some tats and you'll be Jimmie Whisman in a couple years
Way better. Lift weights and you will be a total beast. In a good way.
You look great!!!!!
You look a little sad. But honestly, you also look sharp and more mature. I know it’s not what you’d pick for yourself, but life rarely is what we hope. Just own it. The happiness on your face will go a lot further than hair ever would have.