Hair loss is nothing to be scared or ashamed of. It’s something that just happens or doesn’t happen. All your male relatives might have thick, quality hair, and you still might lose yours. So, why stress about it?
Instead, you can embrace it and make the most out of it. Some guys who started losing their hair might think that there’s nothing they can do to turn the tables and that they’re stuck with a bad look forever. However, that couldn’t be further from the truth.
So, what can you do? A shaved head with beard is one of your best options. Read on to find out more about the trend that’s sweeping the land.
Shaved Head with Beard – Why?
Some of you may wonder why you should go for the shaved head with beard style. There are many reasons to embrace this ever more popular look. However, we’ll talk about the biggest and most important ones.
Women Love It
Yes, that’s true. You might not believe it, but many women love men with freshly shaved heads. Why? They find such men smarter, more dominant, and even more handsome and masculine than guys with regular hair.
If you also add a nicely groomed beard to the mix, women will also find you stronger and manlier. Alone, this argument might be worth the switch. But if you’re still on the fence, there are other positive sides to the shaved head with beard style.
It Makes You Look Younger
People often associate hair loss with age. After all, many people (men and women) imagine a middle-aged or older man in poor shape when someone mentions balding.
However, the truth is that a freshly shaved head will make you look younger than you actually are. If you also have a cool beard, you might get a serious age discount the next time age pops up in a conversation.
You Will Get That Tough Guy Look
Many men with a full head of hair and no beard look like boys. It might work for some women, but many prefer a more masculine appearance. Growing a beard is a good solution. But growing a beard and shaving your head is an excellent solution. Put on your leather jacket (faux leather counts, as well) to complete the look.
If you decide to go for the beard and shaved head look, make sure to shave your head regularly. Even more important, give your beard plenty of TLC. You want to look like a tough guy, not Robinson Crusoe.
Shaved Head with Beard – Popular Styles
In this section, we’ll look into some of the beard options that go well with a shaved head.
Stubble
We’re kicking things off with the simplest and fastest option – stubble. Stubble takes only a couple of days to grow and requires virtually no maintenance. You’ll have to shave the beard every few days, but that’s pretty much it. Perfect if you’re aiming for a rugged look.
Stubble works best for men with an oblong or a round face. Men with a narrow face can pull it off, as well. However, stubble is a poor choice if you have a boyish appearance. In that case, you’ll need a more substantial beard.
The best examples of this look include Bruce Willis, Jason Statham, and Patrick Stewart.
The Goatee
The goatee is extremely popular among both men with hair and those who are bald or balding. Why? The reason is simple — it looks great in and of itself. The best thing about it is that you can style it in a million ways.
That said, it is somewhat maintenance-heavy, as you have to keep other areas cleanly shaven at all times. However, the effort is more than worth it.
If you’re shooting for a biker look, you can match your goatee with a leather jacket or a rock band shirt. On the other hand, a suit and a tie will give you an elegant corporate look.
In case you want to spice things up, you can also let your mustache grow along with the goatee. The nicely shaped mustache will give you that adventurous musketeer look.
Mutton Chops
Mutton chops were among the most popular facial hair options, some 100 or 200 years ago. Today, few men wear them, as the goatee, stubble, and other beard styles rose to prominence.
But if you’re aiming for a tough guy look, mutton chops are among your best options. A shaved head already makes you look more masculine. And the addition of super-long sideburns (that’s what mutton chops essentially are), you’ll be the toughest cat in town.
Some guys find mutton chops alone to be insufficient. If you’re among them, you can also grow a mustache and connect them to your epic sideburns.
Full Beard and Mustache
A full beard with a mustache is another popular option for men who shave their heads. Depending on your outfit, you can look smart or tough. Or maybe you prefer a beard without the mustache?
If you’re wearing a button-down shirt and matching pants, you’ll look like an executive of a successful company. Casual clothes will give you a more rugged appearance.
Whichever approach you choose, you’ll command more attention and, consequentially, respect with a full beard and mustache.
The only catch here is that your grooming game really has to be on point. Otherwise, you risk going from the tough guy to the hobo look in a matter of days.
Long Beard and Mustache
Long beards have become very popular in recent years, and opinions on them are pretty divided. However, some men can make that look work.
That said, to make the long beard and mustache work with a shaved head, you’ll need to put in a tremendous amount of effort. The longer the beard, the more care it will need.
This look isn’t the best option for guys that can’t really commit. If you let it go, you’ll be in the hobo zone in no time.
Beards and Shaved Heads Rule
As you’ve seen in this article, the fact that you’re losing your hair shouldn’t bother you at all. However, it is perfectly understandable and OK if you have a hard time accepting it.
To turn the tables, all you need is a razor. Give your scalp a good clean shave. Women love that style, plus it makes you look tougher and smarter at the same time.
To complete the look, you can opt for the shaved head and beard combo. Stubble, goatee, mutton chops, full beard, and long beard are the most popular options.