A survey of 2,000 bald men has revealed that 90% have no regrets after shaving their heads. The study, commissioned by skincare brand BLD BRO, found that 74% of those who shaved due to hair loss felt a sense of liberation once they embraced their hair-free appearance.
Before shaving, more than half (54%) admitted that losing their hair was a source of stress that negatively affected their mental health. Two-thirds reported a drop in confidence, while 44% felt self-conscious about their appearance. However, 57% worried about their appeal, yet 41% revealed their partner actually prefers them bald.
After shaving, more than half (53%) experienced lower stress levels, and 50% noticed a boost in confidence. The survey also found that 56% had taken steps to prevent or reverse hair loss, spending an average of £750 on products, treatments, and consultations.
Tariq Kazemi, co-founder of BLD BRO, said: 'For most people, the fear of hair loss is far worse than actually being bald. When you finally accept being bald, the anxiety and problems fade away. You realise that being bald is actually quite good; no haircuts, no bad hair days and no stress around hair loss.'
The findings come ahead of BALD FEST, a celebration of bald confidence taking place in London's Soho on May 14, offering free head shaves, DJs, and complimentary beer.
