Brotherhood of Bald People Worldwide

As he celebrates the one-year anniversary of his first head shave, Brotherhood Member Dominic Perino shares the changes that have happened to him since making that decision:

Well, today is my one year anniversary since I first decided to shave my head. For all of those out there on the fence, I have decided to list everything that has changed as a result of shaving...if it get's too long, sorry.

1. Not worried about any weather condition, wind, or wearing a hat that would mess my hair up.

2. I have ridden lots of rollercoasters/amusment park stuff with my wife--don't have to worry about the hair.

3. Gone to the beach all last summer, swimming, pool parties etc and never worried about my hair.

4. Learned to ride and bought a mototcycle--I can ride anytime, anywhere without worrying about messing my hair up.

5. Have EMCEE'd numerous functions and don't have to worry if "can they tell how bad my hair is thinning", which did affect my performance in the past--people have told me "WOW, that was awesome--you were never like that before you shaved your head".

6. People look into my eyes when they talk to me, and I know whether they are being "real" or not.

7. Got some cool nicknames like "Skeletor" and "Captain America"

8. Get much more sleep than I used to--shaving it every day is EASY, and takes much less time.

Another recommended head shave video:

Mike Ubl, Mission Director

I am writing this for all my brothers out there with MPB (male pattern baldness) who are having trouble choosing the path to a hairless, feel-good life. 

I’ve been where you are – the endless thinking about what to do, the pressures of other people giving you grief over your hair loss and the hair restoration industry in relentless pursuit of you and your money. No offense to those in this industry – I’m just being honest. I see the commercials myself – a lot. They are impossible to avoid. Hair restoration has its place, but in my opinion, it should be one of many options and definitely when it comes to medications and surgical procedures, these things should be the last things to try, not the first. 

I’m writing this for one reason and one reason only: If you’re thinking about trying hair growth drugs, a hair “system” or jumping into a hair transplant, I want you to know that there are other options. First, try finding a hair style that works for you. For many of you, the total shave will be the answer. For others, check out the “Styling Tips for Thinning Hair” article in the “Bald Hair Styles” category to find a great look. But for those of you who are thinking about the total shave, quit thinking about it and just give it a shot. If you dig into this website, you’ll find that many of the members here have been where you are and have been very open about their experiences too. When it came to deciding on the total shave, many of them just kept clipping it down until they were ready to shave it all off. Some of them, like me, just plain went for it - shaved it all and never looked back. 

All I can say is when it comes to the total shave, “Try it. You’ll like it, grow to love it, and never go back”. Once you feel, see and realize how easy and nice it is, your choice in this matter will be easy. I’d recommend you try out your new look for at least three months or so before deciding what you want to do. This gives you time to really appreciate the feel, the look, and the easiness, and to see how much the people around you like it. I’m telling you that most all the women love it and once you shave it, your worst problem will be people wanting to rub and kiss your head; but that’s okay because we have a t-shirt in our online store for just this problem. It states “If you want to RUB IT, please ask first!” It’s one of our top sellers – every bald man and pregnant woman gets that one! 

Again, I’m not saying the total shave is for everyone, but I’d venture to guess that most of those who try it will love it and never go back. It can save you a lot of anxiety. The guys I’ve talked to all say the same thing – baldness stops being an issue once you actually are bald! So again, this is my plea: Try the clip it/shave it option first. Try it you’ll like it. 

Like another of our t-shirts says: “Bald is the new hair.”   

Thinking of you,

Mike

Julie Olson, Mission Coordinator

Found a few bald head care tips online today. Check it out:

http://www.menshaircaretips.com/bald-head-care.html

Julie Olson, Mission Coordinator

Some of our members have mentioned that they've had some trouble using the Headblade headshaver. Fortunately, with a little instruction, many have found they can handle it and do like shaving with it. 

If you need a little guidance, check out Headblade.com's "FAQ's" page:

http://headblade.com/faq.html?faq=01

And view the instructional video:

http://www.headblade.com/headblade-101.html

Julie Olson, Mission Coordinator

One thing we've tried to make clear whenever possible is that there are options for styling thinning hair. One of them is to shave it all off and if you're ready to consider that option, then this article may offer you a little inspiration.

(If you're still looking for other styling options, check out the articles in the category "Bald Head Styling Tips".)

Men... Are you (or someone you know) dealing with thinning hair? Bald spots? Excessive hair loss? Male patterned baldness?

They've found a cure for baldness... It's called acceptance!

At least that's the way Jim felt when he started losing his hair several years ago.

Following is a step-by-step photo collage of the process Jim went through the day he decided to shave his head and start living life as a bald man... by choice.

http://thefuntimesguide.com/2007/02/tips_for_shaving_head_bald.php

Julie Olson, Mission Coordinator

Submitted by "Bald Jedi"

Julie Olson, Mission Coordinator

We've had some discussions on the forum regarding bald men and facial hair, so I thought I'd put this link in for the guys. The consensus seems to be that a little facial hair is a good look for men - whether bald or not. Here are few "tips" for keeping that facial hair lookin' good:

http://www.askmen.com/fashion/trends/16_fashion_men.html

Julie Olson, Mission Coordinator 

Source: Yahoo Answers

Best Answer - Chosen by Voters

Soap, it removes stuff that shampoo can't.
Basically you would treat your head like your face.

Shampoo is a lighter and less harsher substance than soap so it doesn't clean as well and it doesn't remove the old dead skin as well as soap can.

Julie Olson, Mission Coordinator

This article was submitted by "Waliguy" in the forum. I thought it was worth posting here in the blog: 

New York Times Style Section: The New Niche: Hair Care for Men Without
By ANNA JANE GROSSMAN
Published: March 8, 2007

THE same week a Los Angeles salon owner was pleading with Britney Spears not to buzz her head, barbers were laying tracks across the scalps of all sorts of men at the Aidan Gill for Men salon in New Orleans.

“We have at least one man coming in for a head shave every day,” Mr. Gill said. “Had Britney come here, we’d have shaved her all the way down. She’d have looked incandescent.”

For most of recent grooming history, having a totally bald pate was a look most likely found among men with formidable personalities and names to match — Kojak, Yul, Ike, Warbucks, Clean. It wasn’t a look for John over in accounting.

But in the late 1980s, Michael Jordan shaved it all off. Soon, the world was examining the scalps of Bruce Willis, Andre Agassi, Moby and just about one token character on every TV show — not to mention a swarm of Oscar nominees and presenters this year, including Jack Nicholson (who had shaved his head for a role).

The response is a booming market of products being developed and sold specifically to the unhirsute - a new front in the nearly $5 billion onslaught of male grooming products in the United States.

Julie Olson, Mission Coordinator

It's obviously working for this guy:

Frederick Ljunberg…Soccer Player for Team Sweden and Calvin Klein Model

See…Frederick Ljunberg has the right idea. His hair is receding and he went for the buzz cut. He is a case of someone who actually looks better with the buzz cut. He kind of looks like a freak with a full head of hair.

Read the full article:

http://fitnessblackbook.com/funky-style-tips/going-bald-or-have-a-receding-hairline-you-need-to-buzz-it-off/#more-52

Julie Olson, Mission Coordinator

I found this video on www.videojug.com today. It is called "How to Cope with a Receding Hairline" and I thought it was quite good: