If your hair is starting to go, you're in good company. Most men deal with some hair loss, and there's a lot you can do to look and feel great through it. At Undercover Barbershop in Moreno Valley, we usually recommend two things: a shorter, cleaner haircut that works with your hairline, and a few simple habits that may help slow things down.
Here's the short version:
For most men, it's male pattern baldness. It mostly runs in families and is caused by a hormone called DHT, which slowly shrinks hair follicles over time. It's completely normal, and it usually shows up in one of three ways:
Not sure which one you have? Just ask your barber. We see it every day and we're happy to show you with a mirror.
One short length all over, so thin and thick areas blend together. It works for every pattern and takes no styling. Ask for our Haircut ($35).
Sides faded to the skin with a short, textured top. The clean sides make the top look fuller, and the whole cut looks sharp and current. Great for a receding hairline or early crown thinning. Ask for our Fade/Taper ($50).
A short, choppy top pushed forward helps soften the corners of a receding hairline. It works best in the earlier stages, while there's still some hair up front.
Short on the sides, a little longer on top. Clean, classic, and a nice fit for light, all-over thinning.
When most of the top is gone, shaving it all off almost always looks better than holding on. Our Haircut & Beard ($55) includes a razor bald fade and beard trim, so you walk out with the full look.
Good to know: Growing hair longer to cover a bald spot usually makes it more noticeable. A shorter cut almost always looks better.
There's no rush, and it's totally your call. A few signs it might be time:
Plenty of our clients say going bald was the best decision they made. If you go for it, take care of your scalp: wear sunscreen or a hat outside, use a daily moisturizer, and keep it fresh with regular shaves. A beard, even a short one, adds great balance.
If you'd like to try slowing things down naturally, these five have the most research behind them. They won't cure hair loss, and they work slower than medicine, but they can help, especially when you start early.
Many guys pair a DHT blocker (saw palmetto or pumpkin seed oil) with a scalp routine (rosemary oil and massage). Be patient and give it at least 6 months. It's always a good idea to check with your doctor before starting a new supplement.
We're barbers, not doctors, so we always recommend talking to one about your options. The two most proven treatments, minoxidil and finasteride, are FDA approved and work better than any natural remedy. It's also smart to get checked if your hair is falling out suddenly, coming out in round patches, or your scalp is red, itchy, or sore.
If your hair is thinning but not quite balding yet, check out the best haircuts for thinning hair.
A haircut can't stop balding, but the right one makes it much less noticeable. Short cuts with clean sides, like a skin fade or buzz cut, work best.
If you can clearly see your scalp on top or you're spending a lot of time covering thin spots, shaving usually looks cleaner and more confident. Adding a beard balances the look.
Some do have research behind them, like saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, rosemary oil, and scalp massage. They work slowly, usually over 6 months or more, and they're not as strong as medical treatments.
No. Cutting or shaving doesn't affect your hair follicles at all. It only changes the length.
Most guys touch up at home every few days and come in every 2 to 4 weeks to keep the fade and beard sharp.
Undercover Barbershop at 13027 Perris Blvd in Moreno Valley. We do buzz cuts, skin fades, and razor bald fades, and we'll help you find the look that fits you best.
Losing some hair doesn't mean losing your style. Come see us at Undercover Barbershop, 13027 Perris Blvd, Moreno Valley, CA 92553, or call (951) 713-4965. Book online and we'll help you walk out feeling confident.