Men's haircuts · Crop

Shaved Head

Clean shave · smooth

A shaved head takes everything to the skin with a razor or an electric foil shaver. No guard, no gradient, no outline to maintain. It is the one cut that fully retires a receding hairline instead of working around it, so head shape and skin care become the whole game.

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Who it suits

Angular faces and even, rounded skulls carry it best; a beard restores balance for round faces and soft jaws. It is the standard endgame for advanced thinning, and it beats clinging to a horseshoe of hair. Check your scalp first, since scars, bumps, and dents all become visible.

Upkeep
Medium maintenance

No barbershop needed, but plan on shaving every one to three days, moisturizing, and wearing sunscreen on exposed scalp. Stubble shadow shows fast on dark hair.

Ask your stylist for

If you go to a shop first, ask for a head shave with a hot towel and a straight razor to see the full effect, or have them take it to zero with a foil shaver as the lower-commitment step.

Shaved Head — common questions

Should I shave my head if I'm balding?

Once thinning is obvious from across a room, most guys look better shaved than partially covered. It removes the contrast between thick and thin zones that draws the eye. Grow some stubble on your face the same week, since the pairing softens the change.

How often do you have to shave a bald head?

Every one to three days for a true clean-shaven look, depending on how fast and dark your hair grows. A foil shaver takes about five minutes and is easier on skin than a daily blade. Once a week, exfoliate and check for ingrown hairs.

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