you should shave your head

She's been shaving her head for several years. She loves the convenience, and that she can do things like bleach a few weeks-worth of hair growth, and shave it all off again. This is yet another vlogger who represents the ethos of this blog. If you're watching this video, or spending time on this blog, and are thinking of shaving your head, just do it.

Dae: My Skin. My Way Stories | Gillette Venus

"My shaved head makes me feel beatuful, powerful, and memorable."

It is good to see some representation in ads, though there is such a long way to go.

Jada Pinkett Smith Shares Update On Her Journey With Alopecia

"Me and this alopecia are going to be friends … period!” the "Red Table Talk" host wrote on Instagram.

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10 celebrities who shaved their heads and looked absolutely amazing

 

Are shaved heads going to be the *look* of 2022?

A Bald Girl's Hair Routine

Anywhoooo - in this video I go over my hair (or rather, lack thereof) routine, the tools that I use to shave my hair, and a bit of my hair journey. If you're looking to shave your hair, I hope this video inspires YOU. Grab your clippers and join the "Bad Bitch With No Hair" gang, gang!

7 Women On What It Felt Like To Shave Their Heads. And The Reactions They Got

 A clip from the article:

There is a new and growing community of women who are shaving their heads. For some it’s what makes them feel gutsy, fearless and free. For others, it’s like taking head on stereotypes that women must have long wavy tresses to be ‘beautiful.’ Seven women share what prompted them to shave their heads and how things changed for them, not just in society but within.

Celeb Barber Shares Tips On Maintaining The Perfect Baldie

A feature article on Shakeya "Shakey" Mervin, along with some advice.

I SHAVED MY HEAD

I shaved my head 2020

My Daughter Shaved her Head!!!

This was early on in the pandemic, but since the pandemic is still very much a part of our lives, defintely relevant. Omicron is the latest variant. We'll all probably be facing some more restrictions. Whether it's a bucket list item, a practical style to ride out a pandemic, or just a style that makes sense from a lifestyle perspective, it's all good. It's especially good when you have people in your life who support you. Probably most (at least the ones who matter) will.

HOW TO DARE TO SHAVE YOUR HEAD: 10 Questions That Will Help You Make Up Your Mind

A video from a life coach who has shaved her head at some point in the past.

Taking It All Off The Unadorned Truth About Bald Women

This is a Washington Post article from 1999. In some ways it is a window into how much has changed, as well as how much remains the same.

These women and girls are bald. A photographer sees beauty and power.

See the photos and read the stories behind 6 subjects in Abby Greenawalt’s ‘Well Rounded’ exhibit

Shaving heads and fun with dye!

2,5 minutes of: BUZZING HAIR OFF

How Going Bald Inspired This Woman to Start a Baldie Movement

Of course, what started as The Baldie Movement (as featured in this article) is now The Bald Boss Movement, and seems to have spawned The Baldie Revolution.

Shaving Your Head As a Woman - Pros, Cons, and How to Rock It

 From the article:

It’s a fact: the shaved head look isn’t exclusive to men. Women with shaved heads are seen more and more in our society today, and they’re turning heads for all the right reasons. Shaving your head shows off the elegant line of your head and neck, accentuating your facial features for a look that’s entirely you.

There's plenty of advice about the benefits, drawbacks, self-care, and how to really express your own uniqueness.

My friend is shaving her head for the first time

As Olga says, you don't need a translation into English to understand the emotions in this video. There is just so much positivity as Daria shaves her head (with Olga's help). In this case it's about friends supporting friends, and having a good time in the process. What's not to like?

These Women With Alopecia Embraced Their Baldness on Their Wedding Day

This story on Vice is very inspiring.

“If someone does not want to marry me solely because of the fact that I don’t have hair on my head, why would I ever want to marry that person?”

Shaved My Head

JAG RAKAR AV MIG HÅRET

Rakar av mitt hår | BUZZ CUT

FINALMENTE ME RAPO LA CABEZA

Why all women should shave their head! | My hair journey | HannahFlemingHill

i shaved my head // spooky season 2021¡

Bald is Beautiful: How One Woman is Showing Us Beauty Starts from Within

She’s The First Bald Sports Illustrated Model And She’s Using Her Platform To Normalize Alopecia And Baldness In Women

This is an article about Christie Valdiserie, who is the first bald woman to appear in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit edition, and who is using her influence to normalize baldness, and raise awareness about alopecia. She has an organization called The Baldtourage that is worth joining if you are a bald woman.

Embracing the Beauty of Being Bald

This is a very positive article that really makes the point that "going bald is sometimes a choice, sometimes it's not. Either way, it's beautiful."

Skylar Grey Says She Feels Like A Super Hero Since Shaving Her Head

I shaved my head: Vlog 5

i SHAVED my head BALD 2021 | society's standards of beauty

i shaved my head... again.

yes, i shaved my head for the third time. i feel so confident and beautiful and am really happy with my decision.

SHAVING MY HEAD ON LIVE

Why you SHOULD shave your head. HEAD SHAVE video

Watch me shave my head

shaving my head

FIRST TIME SHAVING MY HEAD FINALLY!!!

Giving Myself a Buzz Cut - girl with shaved head

I let my husband shave my head!

Shaving my head

N HAPPY TRAILS episode 15! …Robinson Canyon AND shaving my head!…

Shaving My Head Transformation | 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐚𝐲𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤

I FINALLY DID IT! I've been wanting to do this for so long and it's finally happened. All I want to say is if you have wanted to shave your head then you need to stop hesitating and just go for it. Enjoy watching me get empowered by shaving my head. Thank you all so much for watching!

I Shaved My Head!

Why is hair such a big deal? Since the start of last year I've been saying that I wanted to shave my head. August 28, 2021, I finally decided to pull the trigger and buzz it off!

I shaved off my hair||New Beginings||Namibian Youtuber

Should I shave my head?

BAD *BLEEP* MAKEUP LOOK!

Shaving My Head To Finally Release Trauma & It's FUN! | Women's Buzz cut | Spiritual Healing | Vibe

Hi, I shaved my head & I wanted to let you know ✨

SHAVING MY HEAD.... again...?

She feels empowered.

STRAIGHT BLADE SHAVE TO THE SCALP AT BARBER SHOP!

I recently donated my hair to donate to children with hair loss. In this video, I visited a barber shop so I could experience a straight blade shave to my scalp for the first time! Amazing experience!!

It's awesome that she recently had her hair shaved off for charity. It's also great that she's really enjoying her new look and making the most of the experience.

I SHAVED MY HEAD! (Part 3)

I shaved my head

Shaving my head (full video)!! 👀🤭🤫

SHAVING MY HEAD!

A Woman Empowered: How Going Bald Grows Your Confidence

An inspiring blog post that is a must-read.

SHAVING MY HEAD! 🦋✨

Her reasoning for shaving her head is explained in this video:

Getting my hair shaved off!

SHAVING MY HEAD- Alopecia

I went bald.

Top 7 Perks of Shaving Your Head

This writer finds several advantages to having a shaved head, and has a few tips as well.

Why I Shaved My Head Before an International Beauty Pageant

This article by Cricket Guest discusses why she chose to get a buzzcut just days before she participated in a beauty pageant. She's since experimented with short hairstyles, but really enjoyed her experience with a shaved head. And she's probably right that if you are a woman and clicked the link to her article, you've been thinking of shaving your head. Then again, if you are a woman who clicks on this blog, chances are you have already been thinking of shaving your head, or have already done so.

Everything You Need to Know About Shaving Your Head

I've posted tips on shaving your head before on this blog. Here's a guide from L'OREAL.

9 Women on What It Felt Like to Shave Their Heads

This article from Glamour is very positive and inspiring.

From the intro:

The message is clear. A buzzed head represents a fearless, done-hiding movement, and in both fiction and real life, González isn't alone. A community of women with buzz cuts and shaved heads is growing under hashtags that embrace the look, uniting people in dismissing societal standards and celebrating those who do what they want. Especially considering the beauty ideals that are pushed on women from birth (thanks, shampoo commercials), bald women's blatant refusal to exist for anyone but themselves is groundbreaking.

BUZZ CUT TO THE SCALP WITH NO GUARD!

I shaved my head 💜

SHAVING MY HEAD at Home - Shoulder Length Hair to Buzz Cut

I shaved my head + a life update & advice on self love💕

SHAVING MY HEAD :D

I’m Bald AND Sexy | SHAKE MY BEAUTY

Fortune favors the BALD !

Four Women Talk About Alopecia, and International Alopecia Day®

I featured the person who posted this video (she appears on the top right of the four women) in one of my first blog posts in 2008. Her views about alopecia and self-acceptance are truly inspiring.

I Shaved My Head

I shaved my head. -Big Head Girl Edition.

Why I Shave My Head..

Shave your hair!!!

I shaved my head

SHAVING my HEAD

Shaving My Head 👩🏽‍🦲

How to Be a Bald and Beautiful Woman

WikiHOW offers some tips for making the most of life with a shaved head.

I shaved my head...

SHAVING MY HEAD!!!!!

A bald woman's guide to survival: Michelle Law at TEDxSouthBankWomen

Welcome to My New Normal | Jannica Olin | TEDxNormal

She finds that her new normal was normal all along. A very empowering video.

I SHAVED MY HEAD | new fresh start!

Shaving over 2 feet of hair off my head!!

This Is Why I Shaved My Head

Girl's Headshave

RASPANDO O CABELO PRA COMEÇAR BEM O ANO

Going bald/cutting off my hair

DIY BUZZ CUT for women 🐝 Clipper Length Examples #6-2 (yes I’m shaving my head)

Girls Headshave

The point is to have fun.

PROS & CONS OF HAVING A BUZZ CUT (As a Woman)

Fur Elise - Piano - Headshave

This channel produces some of the most positive and inspiring videos. The people involved are wonderful.

I shaved my head | ThatDesiBackpacker

SHAVING MY HEAD!

I just love Ashley's attitude. Her video and this excerpt really capture the spirit of this blog.

Hi everyone! Well...I did it! I shaved my head...and honestly I couldn't be happier with it. I encourage anyone who wants to shave their head to do it. It's such an empowering experience. So of course I wanted to bring you on this journey!

Yes, I shaved my head on camera so you can watch me suffer

Summer Head Shave

shaving my head for the sake of art

SHAVING MY HEAD! (22 inches GONE)

6mm Buzz Cut Trim Tutorial

Just normalise the things 🙃😇. I just shaved my head off

SHAVING MY HEAD & FACILITATING CHANGE!

SHAVING MY HEAD!

20 Year Old Headshave

I SHAVED MY HEAD! (Part 2)

Are There Any Benefits to Shaving Your Head?

 Should I shave my head? Benefits, precautions, and how to do it

How to shave your head safely

You don’t want to rush your first shave, so leave yourself plenty of time.

What you’ll need

• adequate lighting
• hand mirror to check the back, the sides, and behind your ears
• scissors or clippers
• razor with a new blade
• shaving cream or gel
• moisturizer or aftershave lotion
• soft towel

Instructions

If you have long hair, cut the bulk of it off before shaving. Get as close to the scalp as you can. It may help to use clippers. Then, give your scalp a thorough washing with warm water.

Next, follow these steps:

1. Apply shaving cream or a warm compress to your scalp for a few minutes to soften the hair.
2. Use a sharp razor. Dull blades make nicks and cuts more likely.
3. Start with the top of your head. Use gentle strokes, going in the direction of hair growth.
4. Rinse the blade after every stroke to get rid of excess shaving cream and hair.
5. Move to the sides, taking care to fold your ears down to avoid nicks.
6. Shave the back of your head, working down toward your neck.
7. Use a handheld mirror to make sure you haven’t missed any spots.
8. Rinse your scalp with cool water.
9. Pat dry with a soft towel.
10. Apply moisturizer or aftershave lotion.

You can also use an electric razor, but the result may not be as smooth. On the other hand, it’s faster and easier because you don’t need to use shaving cream or keep rinsing the blade.

How often you’ll need to shave depends on how smooth you want your head and how quickly your hair grows.

Why I Buzzed My Hair, and Why You Should Too

Her advice is simple: 

 If you’ve ever wanted to buzz your hair, but don’t for any of the above reasons, then let me provide you with six reasons for you to take the plunge and chop it all off: 

•  Cutting all of your hair off is so satisfying. Ever taken scissors to barbie hair as a kid? Imagine that, but ten times more fun. It’s a super cool sound, and you can give yourself a bowl cut for five minutes without ruining your life. 
• It’s super cathartic, and a great way to release emotion in a way that is constructive instead of destructive. In a lot of ways it was symbolic for me, but cutting your hair like this can mean whatever you want it to mean, and it can be a good metaphor for letting go and releasing the things that are weighing you down.
•  It’s super convenient. I never have a bad hair day, and I never have to worry about how to wear my hair in the mornings. 
• It never gets in my way, never sticks to things, and you can see all of my cool piercings all of the time. 
• You’ll save so much money on hair products. Shampoo, conditioner, dry shampoo, hair gel, hair mousse, even hairbrushes? Say goodbye. You’ll never need them again. 
•  The buzz cut is iconic. I’ve never seen a woman look bad with a shaved head, and every room you walk into will notice you’re there. It will bring attention to your features, and make every outfit you wear so much cooler. 
• You deserve to be happy, regardless of what other people think. You deserve to be free of societal expectations, and do whatever the hell you want with your hair.

‘The Bachelor’s’ Chelsea Vaughn Shares The Hair Products She Swears By For Her Shaved Head

She says, “I feel more confident than ever.”

SHAVING MY HEAD WITH A T LINE buzzcut T-line

I SHAVED MY HEAD! (Part 1)

I shaved my head

Impulsively shaving my head

Shaving head then eyebrows

0mm Buzz Cut in Quarantine

Shaving my head and eyebrows

Shaving the Noggin for GOOD!!!!

I shaved my head

Shaving my head with extra steps

The Cathartic Experience That Is Finally Shaving Your Head

A recent article in Harper's Bazaar that features four women who decided to give themselves buzzcuts.

Pros & Cons Of Shaving Your Head

What You're Doing Wrong | How to Accessorize Your Bald Head | Checked By Chidi

HAARE ABRASIEREN - Zwei Frauen rasieren sich die Kopfhaare ab

Helen Kelly - I Shaved My Head!

EXTREME Hair Makeover | SHAVING MY HEAD | From Blonde to Buzzcut

Jazzelle - Dare 01 // DARE TO CONFORM TO YOUR OWN EXPECTATIONS (THE HEAD SHAVE)

Clean shaved head/ E Girl transformation 💕

💄◆Alopecian ART Project◆💎0816

two bald women

Why is she having her head shaved again? Wait till you hear her reason this time!

Breaking headshave gender stereotypes | Women day 2021 | Bald girl Richa | Gender inequality

I SHAVED MY HEAD and Started a New Youtube Channel

How the World Finally Stopped Shaming Women with Shaved Heads

Here's a clip from the article (2017):

The world no longer needs to have a discussion every time a famous woman shaves all her hair off, and it's a clear signal that we are finally reaching a new point of freedom for women's self-expression. Aside from anything else, in the age of the internet, we are all inherently less shockable.

The article seems focused more on celebrities, but is also applicable for those who have no interest in celebrity status.

BALD, BAD, & BOUJEE: People Shave their Head for Women's Empowerment

I hosted an event to bring women together and love each other. The first time I shaved my head, I felt reborn and was able to regain much confidence in my journey. My intention was to instill that, and beyond in others. Everyone, whether they shaved or not, was so brave; I am grateful.

Ella Maneja Puro Style

The song sort of fits the vibe of this blog.

Quarantine Head Shaving Journey | Hair.com By L'Oreal

shaving my head w/ makaela :)

ME RAPO LA CABEZA | CarlotaVlogs

'I Want To Normalize Bald Women'

I am not my hair: More women are going bald (or near-bald)

An audio-visual essay by CNN.

Going Low: How Black Women Have Reclaimed Bald Beauty

These days, the idea of existing as a bald, Black woman carries an air of stately rebellion. Like me, many Black women have taken the plunge as an act of radical self-acceptance, with Danai Gurira, Lupita Nyong’o, and — of course — Grace Jones modeling the blueprint for bald bodaciousness.

Read the rest here.

Poem of the week: Hairless by Jo Shapcott

Can the bald lie? The nature of the skin says not: it’s newborn-pale, erection-tender stuff, every thought visible – pure knowledge, mind in action – shining through the skull. I saw a woman, hairless absolute, cleaning. She mopped the green floor, dusted bookshelves, all cloth and concentration, Queen of the moon. You can tell, with the bald, that the air speaks to them differently, touches their heads with exquisite expression. As she danced her laundry dance with the motes, everything she ever knew skittered under her scalp. It was clear just from the texture of her head, she was about to raise her arms to the sky; I covered my ears as she prepared to sing, to roar.

Read the backstory here.

Alopecia: Brecon dancer, 25, tackles hair loss head on

An inspirational story of a woman's journey with alopecia.

Shaving My Head 1 Year After My Hair Fell Out

ЮЛЯ ЧИГРИНЕЦ БРЕЕТСЯ НАЛЫСО

БРЕЮСЬ НАЛЫСО😱

Buzzing My Hair Off

So I shaved my head

Shaving My Head

MY ROOMMATE SHAVES MY HEAD! OMG…IM COMPLETELY BALD

ACTUALLY Shaving My Head Bald (With a Razor)

SHAVING MY HEAD

SHAVED MY HEAD - PARENTS REACTION

WHY I SHAVED MY HEAD

MY HUSBAND SHAVES MY HEAD | Watch my Husband Shave my Head bald | Hair Shaved

OK MY MOM SHAVED HER HEAD!

Buzzcut | Shave my head - Короткая стрижка | Бреюсь налысо.

Cutting off all my hair!! - Brave the Buzz

I cut off all of my hair, but not in the most efficient way. At least it was fun!

If you're thinking about buzzing off your hair (and you've wanted to for a while), just do it! It'll grow back... eventually. It's been a few months since this video was filmed and I still love my new short hair!

I’m Bald AND Sexy | SHAKE MY BEAUTY

Last of my 30s, I Shaved my head...

My name is Shino Kakuta and I’m a Japanese. I’ve always wanted to shave my head but I didn’t have a guts and chance to do it. But now, I will turn to 40s yes, I’m 39 years old now. I wanted to make something special memory for my 30s so I decided do it!!!

Haare abrasieren/ shaved my head

Female Buzzcut 坊主女子 aka I shaved my head quietly (no talking)

To everyone who is watching this video - judging from my facial expression in this video, it seems like I was traumatized by this experience 😂 And indeed it was quite an emotional process but in an entirely positive way! I feel really liberated after finally chopping all of that hair off. Shaved heads are beautiful!

THAT ONE TIME I SHAVED MY FRIEND'S HEAD

shaving my head for 2021

A stunning woman has been forced to tell strangers she ‘doesn’t have cancer’ after shaving her head.

The title is clickbait, but the story itself, about a woman living with alopecia, is actually quite positive. I like this quote especially:

Since her move to London from Newcastle, Zoe has felt less self conscious with people being a lot more accepting and diverse – rather than people presuming it’s an illness, people have come up complimenting her thinking it’s a fashion choice.

With alopecia being so unpredictable Zoe’s hair could grow back at any point, or not at all.

She said, “Even if it was to grow back tomorrow, I’d still keep it shaven because I’ve grown to love it and find it so liberating.

“I want to be a help to others with alopecia, as I wish I had someone to look up to when I was a teenager struggling with it – I’ve even had a friend of a friend “come out” and tell the world about her battle with alopecia because of me.”

Good on Zoe.

11 Things I Learned After Shaving My Head

Everything you need to know before going for a buzz cut.

Shaving & Donating All My Hair

I SHAVED MY HEAD

A bit of site maintenance

After close to 13 years (13!), this blog has managed to stay alive. Unfortunately, a lot of links don't. I have been deleting posts when replacement links are not available. If I think a post is salvageable, I am bookmarking links and keeping those posts alive. So if a blog with almost 1100 posts now has barely 900, you know why. There is a lot still to be done. Times have changed, but this blog's ethos has not changed. The ethos is simple: a shaved or buzzed head is just another haircut, regardless of gender. It may not quite be mainstream, but it's no longer quite radical either. It's perfectly fine to be out if you are a girl or a woman who is bald because of conditions like alopecia, lupus, or trichotillomania. Shaving your head in support of someone else or a cause is much more accepted now. The ethos is simple: women and girls, regardless of ethnicity, culture, or age will find find a shaved head to be an empowering experience. It does not matter whether it's just something to try either to satisfy curiosity or to go bald long term. Videos and articles have all been consistent with that ethos. More recently, this blog has featured videos and articles about maintenance of a shaved head or a buzzcut, as well as makeup and accessory tips. A lot of the latter were not available until the last few years. Something across cultures has changed. Finally, a thanks to those who keep links up. Whether they know it or not, they are inspiring, maybe numerous years later, other girls and women who have the same questions, worries, and concerns as the original video posters did. Seeing someone try something, find the experience meaningful, and worth sharing really does help others. This blog only features videos and articles of those who willingly (regardless the reason) shave their heads or decide to show the world that they are bald. There are dark corners of the internet that are best avoided, and this blog stays clear of anything that is not empowering. Anything on this blog features girls and women who took clippers and razors into their own hands, either literally or figuratively, to learn something about themselves that they could share with others who maybe felt the same way. This blog acknowledges that thes are people who are perfectly fine with validating themselves, but who are cool with others validating them as well. The latter seems more likely these days. If this blog inspires some to try something that they wanted to try, that's great. In the meantime, I'll make sure that the content here is truly positive and meaningful. That is good enough. If this blog remains an inspiration to some girls and women who've been thinking about going bald, or to finally be more accepting of those who do, it's done its job. Nothing more. Nothing less.

On prom night, 5 Quebec teens shaved their heads to support cancer patients

OMG She's Bald: the power of a woman with a shaved head

My Everyday Makeup Routine as a Bald Girl

‘It takes a thick skin to rock a bald head’: meet the women embracing hair loss

An article about how some women are not only coping with hairloss, but embracing it.

Jessica Shaves Jessica

Before and After Photos of Women Who Shaved Their Heads in Self-Isolation

This article is from Vice in April 2020. Many of us will be in some form of self-isolation until vaccines for COVID-19 are widespread so, why not. Even without a pandemic, why not. Times are changing.

HBE Now Begins - One Bald Move (Part Two)

Bald Katya

Shaving My Head Bald

Why I Shaved My Head