r/bald 1d ago

Im currently on the fence

Im 31, im not ready to shave it all off yet but i know its inevitable at some point.

Being blonde and thinning/receeding doesnt help my case, all the men in family have gone the same way and have cut short but never fully bald

What does the council say?

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u/Hammerbite86 1d ago

And your hairline has already cleared that fence. Sorry, mate! Welcome to the club.

Somebody please post the meme.

u/Jayandnightasmr 1d ago

I found the best way to guess is to crop the image to the highest point of the scalp you can see

u/brayk01 1d ago

Mate, you left the fence behind a long time ago. Shave it off, if you don’t like it you can grow it back but at least try going bald and see how you feel.

u/UnkleGiovanni 1d ago

You currently look 15-20 years older than you are, shaving fully bald will alleviate that

u/Nutcup 1d ago

Agreed

u/SoMoneyIDontEvenKnow 1d ago

u/AlfaHall 1d ago

For the missus and kids to give me the go ahead

u/soggychipbutty 1d ago

Do they check with you before getting a haircut?

u/AlfaHall 1d ago

No i just go and get it cut the usual no2 back and sides and an inch off top

u/goater10 1d ago

Denial is not a river that flows through Egypt. The council welcomes you with open arms.

u/Scruff343 1d ago

https://giphy.com/gifs/KYyQJ1ze5f9CK6V7D7

Time to get over the fence, it'll suit you.

u/sh3p23 1d ago

Do it brother! You will look and feel sooo much better

u/UnderstandingBig9090 1d ago

No, the fence is on you.

u/Voluntary_Perry 1d ago

On the fence about what shaver to use?

u/Vankook79 1d ago

Brother you fell off the fence long ago.

u/hamiltonscale 1d ago

No, you should hold onto it for several several, several, several, several more years, always struggling with your confidence, wondering if anyone else sees the obvious thinning, having a slight breeze be your main enemy, and living in constant doubt of yourself.

u/AlfaHall 1d ago

I respect that view 🫡

u/hamiltonscale 1d ago

I’m being very sarcastic if it wasn’t obvious.

I highly recommend that you take the plunge. It’s going to look so much better and after you get past the initial shock, you’ll walk around with a confidence that you haven’t felt since the day before you first noticed thinning all those years ago.

Rock the bald with confidence and see why so many of us are glad we finally did it too.

u/Murky-General 1d ago

I walk with a guy at work. We're both pretty much bald. I rock a #1 shave. He has a decent crown with a giant spot on back. He's constantly adjusting the rest of his hair exactly how he needs to. I feel sad for him. With mine being as short as it is, I couldn't adjust it if I wanted to. It is what it is. In my mind better not to worry about it then fret over it constantly.

u/Anglachel_Reforged 1d ago

The worst thing that can happen is that you don't like it and have to wear a hat of some sort while it grows back out.

I bet you're gonna like it. Just let go of the stress bro. Do it.

u/Constant_Cultural 1d ago

This fence is kept up by two pieces of plywood and a string, honey

u/762way 1d ago

You are balding in a very aggressive way

You might be on the fence but it appears everyone here feels shaving is the best things you can do for yourself

https://giphy.com/gifs/11M9gyJ3n9BCne

u/Old-Professional7198 1d ago

You may be on the fence my friend, your hairline is not.

u/AlfaHall 1d ago

Appreciate that!

u/benjibenjibenjim 1d ago

Nah dude you gotta join us! You’re gonna look way better

u/Additional-Audience5 1d ago

the fence is a myth.

u/Critical_Package_778 1d ago
  1. Whose fence?
  2. Get off that fence

before

  1. the authorities are called.
  2. You know what’s probably also on said fence? The little bit of hair you have left.

Seriously though, it’s just hair. It will (maybe) grow back. Or maybe not. Either way, cut it off. All of it

u/LinedScript 1d ago

Are you? Nah. Go for it.

u/Brumtol10 1d ago

I dont see too much hair on the fence tbh. Most definitely time.

u/Klutzy-Investment-76 Support Committee 1d ago

Get off the fence and DO IT!!!
https://giphy.com/gifs/11M9gyJ3n9BCne

u/J3nsenthetexan 1d ago

Big dog the fence got torn down a while back.

u/AlfaHall 1d ago

You're right, im just in denial

u/goodoldoftenwrong 1d ago

The fence is back behind you, friend, a zip code or so ago. Embrace it. Can we get an after pic

u/goodoldoftenwrong 1d ago

How about the beard. Does it grow well?

u/AlfaHall 1d ago

Kinda but it gets to this point where it gets uncomfortable so I shave it off

u/goodoldoftenwrong 1d ago

If there's some way to use an, IDK skin conditioner or beard oil or ?? I think some length on that beard plus full cue ball would accentuate your chin plus play up your eyes really nicely. They gotta make products for beard issues right?

u/TasteyTatorTots 1d ago

Is the fence okay

u/Federal_Deer8468 1d ago

Lmao. Really?!

Ffs 🤦‍♂️ shave it

u/Dick_Withers 22h ago

Respectfully my guy we're the same age but i shaved mine 10 years ago and so you look far older than me. Shave it clean and get a bit of stubble and you'll be chillin

u/AlfaHall 21h ago

Appreciate that my guy

u/Character_Ad5286 15h ago

Grow a beard, then shave the head! The new facial hair will offset the loss of the head hair and also prevent you looking like a new born baby in glasses.

u/Entire_Perspective_5 1d ago

https://giphy.com/gifs/26nb6Vyc58bcLNgBy
Buddy both you and the Say Hey Kid have cleared the fence and then some

u/bmar173 1d ago

The hair on the sides of your head overpower the small amount of hair remaining on top. At least get some type of fade haircut to bring the sides way down. But the larger truth is that you should shave it

u/AlfaHall 1d ago

Appreciate that

u/Ok-Future9384 1d ago

Brave the shave!

u/LowComfortable5676 1d ago

That some point is now. At least keep it as short as possible, no guard buzz. You have nothing left to work with, end the denial and be free :)

u/Icy-Passenger-8061 1d ago

You’ll get used to it and you’ll look better!

u/Capnlevii 1d ago

Jump down from the fence. It's already time

u/RHYN0X Bald - Man 1d ago

https://giphy.com/gifs/6hc3DfHGnvCUH58xCl
It’s time to shave it off. I also think you have a good face shape for a nice beard if you can grow one. Either way, bald is beautiful!

u/AlfaHall 1d ago

Ideally id like to grow one but never had the confidence, it goes ginger and grey

u/RHYN0X Bald - Man 1d ago

Although I had brown hair my beard was always ginger. Now it has mainly grey white and some brown/ginger and I love it! Embrace it and rock it, I say.
The main trick is keeping it tidy and shaped, don’t let it get all crazy and scraggly. A good beard shampoo, oil/butter/cream goes a long way too.

u/VenerableWolfDad 1d ago

Just do it. It'll grow back if it looks bad.

u/Big-Pen-5455 1d ago

You’ll look 20 years younger than you do currently.

u/Which-Painting9830 1d ago

Dude. Go for it 😎

u/SirInternational5875 1d ago

Do it bro it’s gone already you gonna look amazing

u/NegotiationSea9056 1d ago

Jump off the fence

u/Arysta 1d ago

You'll look much younger if you do. That makes you look old and nerdy.

u/peeshan 1d ago

With love and respect, what fence?

Join us, brother.

u/HurryAccurate2204 1d ago

There is no fence here

u/ruacommode 1d ago

I think the fence is on you mate, cuz I can see right through that

u/stoinzy 1d ago

The gate is open brother, doesn't matter if you're on the fence. You bald.

u/Jonathan-Welford 1d ago

Shave your head and grow a beard. Sorted

u/Gigalagaki 1d ago

Brother, you are going to look S O D A M N G O O D bald. Make it so.

u/claycoble54 1d ago

Jump it bro!

u/SGTShizzle 1d ago

Get off that fence brother!

u/mrgarrettscott 1d ago

You might as well shave it all off because you are currently rocking a balding pattern. That will still be true if you buzz it. Dive in the pool instead of the tip-toe method.

https://giphy.com/gifs/dUOo3PlWYEwcuYLtX5

u/UncleJims 1d ago

https://giphy.com/gifs/WrgAGkGrh0MD1Z2gkO

Nah man. Stop lying to yourself. Its ALWAYS an improvement.

u/Impressive-Monk-9975 1d ago

You at the gate my boy

u/aviduser27 1d ago

Do it

u/Perfectly_i 1d ago

Get off the fence!

u/AbjectFray 1d ago

That fence broke years ago. You just walkin’ around not knowing it.

u/fallendestiny82 1d ago

So is your hair nearly brother, do it youll feel and look much better.

u/Hazel_RAAA Hair Headed - Woman 1d ago

From top and sides it isn't really a problem but from the front it is pretty clear, I suggest buzz cut and see how you feel about it. You can always grow it back if you don't like it.

u/bubblebuddie4life 1d ago

You try they hair pills yet?

u/AlfaHall 1d ago

Nope, nothing like that other than Alpecin shampoo

u/Training-Plan-7812 1d ago

You shouldn’t even be able to see the fence in your rear view mirror anymore.

u/DoubleNickle67 1d ago

And what fence are you speaking of?

Because if you mean the losing-your-hair fence…

Brother, you are way over on the other side of that thing.

SHAVE IT! You’ve got this.

u/GrayMan2050 1d ago

Burn that fence bro

u/juniebee_jones 1d ago

Get off the fence

u/Global-Fact7752 1d ago

I have no idea why you would be..what exactly are you holding on to there?

u/SCChin91 1d ago

Even Humpty Dumpty got off the fence at some point

u/Ok-Solution-2588 1d ago

What fence? Anything you’re holding onto is a memory. You are already bald. Take your place among the brotherhood of kings and accept your fate. Any delay is delusion

u/ImportantSwimmer2759 1d ago

Hop off the fence brother, your hair's long since done so 

u/UnKind-1-Sand 1d ago

Try it. It's not as if you can't go back.

u/kawanero 1d ago

You might not be ready, but your scalp is. Do it, brother, and join us.

u/robseplex 1d ago

You're already bald.

u/mezzolicious Bald - Woman 1d ago

Nothing to lose

u/Own_Ad9686 1d ago

The fence has come down. It is now your time to make the change.

u/PsychologicalTax1952 1d ago

You’re already there. Time to make it official and embrace it 🪒

u/PonkotsuPirate 1d ago

Let a razor carefully help you down from that fence, bro.

It's time.

u/Mirin_Gainz 1d ago

It’s over brother

u/Corgi_underground 1d ago

That's one comfortable ass fence you've got there.

https://giphy.com/gifs/CWaKpKNmHinsY

u/Any_Seaworthiness678 1d ago

Do it! You wont regret

u/CNote_89 1d ago

Get off that fence dude, it can’t be comfortable.
https://giphy.com/gifs/bKnEnd65zqxfq

u/possumbellyband 1d ago

Love it when the council meetings are this brief and we can all go grab a beer

u/Left_Wonder_1959 1d ago

You might be on the fence, but your hair is crossing the meadow and fading into the horizon. Its time.

u/ObligationDry2706 1d ago

It’s going to look good 😌

u/LikelyAlien 1d ago

What fence?

u/Due-Season6425 1d ago

A tight trim or bald for the win.

u/molockman3 1d ago

Bruh

u/sparkyinlaw 1d ago

https://giphy.com/gifs/44XIb7bb1nX3y
You’re on the fence?
Get off the fence sir. You know which side of it you belong.

u/Expensive_Duty3312 1d ago

What are we waiting for?

u/G-Mav 1d ago

Join us brother

u/Pur1wise 1d ago

Technically you’ve fallen off the fence into baldness. Those lovely eyes and a wee bit of scruff with a bald head and you’ll go from nice looking to rawr.

u/GearStock1012 1d ago

Do it and post an update

u/gussy1976 Here for the Vibes 1d ago

u/DynastyHKS 19h ago

What fence baldy?

u/AlfaHall 18h ago

☹️

u/DynastyHKS 18h ago

It’s okay it happens to us all lol

u/BloodOk6235 15h ago

You may be on the fence but your hair has already jumped over

u/sheyndl 15h ago

Only one way to answer your question my friend.

u/RustyPirates 14h ago

You jumped the fence & the hounds are nipping at you ankles, cops have guns drawn—why keep running? It’s over

u/Yeah-Nah-FuckYou 8h ago

Well get off that fence and get to the barbers for a polish and shine son.