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    Beard styles for bald men

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    Bald man in checked shirt and sunglasses sports a thick, full beard with sharp, defined cheek lines.

    Whether you’ve decided to shave your head or your hair has retreated of its own accord, it can look awesome to combine being bald with beard styles. But exactly what style of facial hair should you choose? Get inspired by a range of impressive beards for bald men and sport a shaved head with stubble or go all out as a proud bald man with goatee.

    Why do men lose hair as they get older?

    You might choose to rock a deliberately shaved head with your beard, but what if baldness isn’t your choice? Male pattern baldness is the most common cause of hair loss. It’s usually genetic and is down to male hormones causing hair follicles to shrink. Eventually, the hairs on your head don’t grow long enough to reach the surface of the skin.

     

    Around 50 per cent of 50-year-old men and 30 per cent of 30-year-old men have significant balding1, so you’re certainly not alone if your hairline is retreating and you find yourself searching for the best beard styles for bald heads.

    What are the best beards for bald men?

    Truth be told, when you’re bald you can master any chin beard, no matter what length or shape. It’s all about having the confidence to own your unique style – and having the right styling tools to make it look as suave as possible. So, take the following styles as a starting point for inspiration and experiment to find what works best for you.

     

    With the hybrid Philips OneBlade you can trim, edge and shave any length of hair with one handy, versatile tool, so you can perfect any of the following bald head beard styles with ease.

    Man with a shaved head and goatee stands against a baby blue wall, wearing sunglasses.

    Option 1: Be the bald man with a goatee

    A goatee draws attention right down to the point of your chin and is one of the best beard styles for bald headed men who are looking for an easy option. That’s because this look grows fast, and it’s simple to style a goatee – just use your OneBlade to keep the edges neat, and your neck, cheeks, and upper lip free from hair.

    Bald man with stubble beard and moustache wears a tweed suit and glasses, while smiling and looking down.

    Option 2: Rock a bald or shaved head with stubble

    Looking for a classic balding buzz cut with beard combination? Match the short hair on your head with short facial hair. But remember, there’s a difference between ‘can’t-be-bothered-to-shave stubble’ and ‘sophisticated stubble’, and it’s all down to maintenance. With the OneBlade’s stubble combs it’s easy to trim to your preferred length, whether that’s a 1mm 5 o’clock shadow, a 3mm tight trim, or a 5mm long stubble look.

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    Option 3: Opposites attract when you’re bald with long beard hair

    What’s the opposite of a shaved head with beard stubble? Being bald with long beard hair, that’s what. This one takes time, but it’s worth it. You’ll want to start with an even length, so use the precision comb on the OneBlade Pro and take your pick from the multiple lengths. Once it’s growing well, tidy the length with the trimmer and use the two-sided blade to edge around your mouth and along your cheek line and neckline.

    Bald man in a beige jumper and overshirt rests his stubble-covered face on his hand while sitting on a sofa.

    Option 4: Embrace the trend with faded beard styles for bald men

    Like to keep up with latest looks? This one’s for you. The fade is all about embracing being bald with a beard style that’s on-trend and works your crop up top to your advantage. You’ll want trimmed sideburns that seamlessly fade down into facial hair that gets gradually longer, winding up with a full beard. Once you’ve mastered how to style a fade beard you’ll want to stay on top of it – and replacing the blades for your OneBlade will help keep your fade precise.

     

    So, whether you’re completely clean shaven on top or want to jazz up your balding buzz cut with a beard, take your pick from these four bald head beard styles and embrace your unique look.

     

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