HairlessinToronto
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I'm 32 years old and I'm losing my hair. I've been losing it for the past 7 years and just this year, I've made a commitment to try and do everything in my power to keep what I have. I however live be a few rules with my thinning scalp and I'll like to pass it on:
1.) Keep your hair short. I can't stand looking at guys who are obviously losing their hair and growing it longer than Julia Roberts. After the initial shock of seeing yourself with short hair, you'll get use to it and so will everyone around you. It's easier to maintain and work with if you're using topical treatments.
2.) Don't get so depressed about your thinning scalp that you don't want to go anywhere (especially when your friends have all their hair). I know this one is tough but don't miss out on life because your best friends have thicker hair than Tom Cruise.
3.) A lot of guys grow a goatee to compensate for their thinning scalp. They're probably hoping that this looks gives them an edge and maybe the women will think they're mysterious enough because they look like a "bad boy". If growing a goatee gets you through the day, then grow away but I do think the look is dated.
4.) Don't wear a baseball cap everywhere you go because you're embarrased about your recession. If you keep it short and neat, you'll find that you don't need to hide behind a baseball cap.
5.) If someone is making fun of your receding hairline and it's starting to bother you, tell them to F off or go F themselves. They'll get the message loud and clear. You didn't ask for your hair loss so why should you be the butt of anyones jokes? It's ok if it bothers you. You're only human. If you were born without a body part and someone started making fun of you, you'd have a right to be upset. Remember, only do this if it's bothering you. I personally have a thick skin.
6.) Get all the information you can about hair loss before you start buying products. The internet is a good place to start. Also friends who are losing their hair might have some suggestions. You'll be surprised on how many guys are doing something about it. See a dermatologist. Start as early as you can and don't be in denial. Time is not on your side when you notice hair loss. Seek help immediately.
7.) Start dressing better. It helped me a lot and it made me feel better because I thought I looked better. It sounds shallow but when the count is not in your favor, you have to do everything you can to try and even the score (baseball metaphor).
8.) I'm adding this one in because someone had mentioned it in this forum and it made sense. Stay in shape. Go to the gym, workout and feel healthier about yourself. It does work. I know what you're thinking. Why do I have to go the extra mile and start a workout regiment while the overweight guy with super hair gets to veg out on his couch? You have that right to but if you want to start feeling better and getting those endorphins to start shooting across your synapse, this is not a bad place to start. Besides, being in good health is not a bad thing.
9.) Don't you hate it when you haven't seen someone in a while and after they make eye contact with you, the next thing they do is give your hairline the once over and even make a snide remark about it? I just can't stand the fact that they give the old hairline the quick eye exam and you know what they must be thinking. These people need to be hurt in someway. This one isn't a rule just more of an observation. You can however ask them what the F are you looking at? I know some guys with thinning hair will break the ice first with a joke. Good for them.
10.) Don't let it consume you. I know this one is tough but your free thoughts shouldn't be wasted on this all day. Instead, think of the promotion you're trying to get or that hot new chick your company just hired. It will wear you out if you just keep thinking of your hair loss all day. Plus, it will depress the life out of you.
Remember, there are a lot of guys out there that feel the way you do about your hair loss. It's not fun knowing that you have one more thing to worry about but even though these are the cards you were dealt, it doesn't mean that this is the hand you have to play (poker methaphor).
This is it for now but if anyone has anything else to add, be my guest.
1.) Keep your hair short. I can't stand looking at guys who are obviously losing their hair and growing it longer than Julia Roberts. After the initial shock of seeing yourself with short hair, you'll get use to it and so will everyone around you. It's easier to maintain and work with if you're using topical treatments.
2.) Don't get so depressed about your thinning scalp that you don't want to go anywhere (especially when your friends have all their hair). I know this one is tough but don't miss out on life because your best friends have thicker hair than Tom Cruise.
3.) A lot of guys grow a goatee to compensate for their thinning scalp. They're probably hoping that this looks gives them an edge and maybe the women will think they're mysterious enough because they look like a "bad boy". If growing a goatee gets you through the day, then grow away but I do think the look is dated.
4.) Don't wear a baseball cap everywhere you go because you're embarrased about your recession. If you keep it short and neat, you'll find that you don't need to hide behind a baseball cap.
5.) If someone is making fun of your receding hairline and it's starting to bother you, tell them to F off or go F themselves. They'll get the message loud and clear. You didn't ask for your hair loss so why should you be the butt of anyones jokes? It's ok if it bothers you. You're only human. If you were born without a body part and someone started making fun of you, you'd have a right to be upset. Remember, only do this if it's bothering you. I personally have a thick skin.
6.) Get all the information you can about hair loss before you start buying products. The internet is a good place to start. Also friends who are losing their hair might have some suggestions. You'll be surprised on how many guys are doing something about it. See a dermatologist. Start as early as you can and don't be in denial. Time is not on your side when you notice hair loss. Seek help immediately.
7.) Start dressing better. It helped me a lot and it made me feel better because I thought I looked better. It sounds shallow but when the count is not in your favor, you have to do everything you can to try and even the score (baseball metaphor).
8.) I'm adding this one in because someone had mentioned it in this forum and it made sense. Stay in shape. Go to the gym, workout and feel healthier about yourself. It does work. I know what you're thinking. Why do I have to go the extra mile and start a workout regiment while the overweight guy with super hair gets to veg out on his couch? You have that right to but if you want to start feeling better and getting those endorphins to start shooting across your synapse, this is not a bad place to start. Besides, being in good health is not a bad thing.
9.) Don't you hate it when you haven't seen someone in a while and after they make eye contact with you, the next thing they do is give your hairline the once over and even make a snide remark about it? I just can't stand the fact that they give the old hairline the quick eye exam and you know what they must be thinking. These people need to be hurt in someway. This one isn't a rule just more of an observation. You can however ask them what the F are you looking at? I know some guys with thinning hair will break the ice first with a joke. Good for them.
10.) Don't let it consume you. I know this one is tough but your free thoughts shouldn't be wasted on this all day. Instead, think of the promotion you're trying to get or that hot new chick your company just hired. It will wear you out if you just keep thinking of your hair loss all day. Plus, it will depress the life out of you.
Remember, there are a lot of guys out there that feel the way you do about your hair loss. It's not fun knowing that you have one more thing to worry about but even though these are the cards you were dealt, it doesn't mean that this is the hand you have to play (poker methaphor).
This is it for now but if anyone has anything else to add, be my guest.
