Why do men shave their heads? ——Looking at the rise of the bald head trend from the perspective of social hot spots
In the past 10 days, the discussion about men's bald heads has increased significantly on the Internet. From celebrity modeling to amateur sharing, bald heads have become a noticeable phenomenon. This article will use structured data analysis to explore the multiple reasons why men choose to go bald.
1. Popularity data of bald head topics across the entire network (last 10 days)
| Platform | Amount of related topics | Number of hot searches | core keywords |
|---|---|---|---|
| 128,000 items | 5 times | #malestarbaldchallenge#, #baldlooksso-fragrant# | |
| Douyin | 320 million views | 3 times | #baldheadbefore and after comparison#, #30seconds shaved head challenge# |
| Zhihu | 4800+ discussions | 2 times | "What is it like to shave your head?" "Discrimination against bald heads in the workplace" |
2. Analysis of the five major reasons why men shave their heads
1. Pragmatic choice
Data shows that among men aged 35-50, 68% choose to shave due to hair loss. Medical research shows that androgenic alopecia affects about 50% of middle-aged men, and bald head has become the most economical solution.
| age group | Choose a shave ratio | main reason |
|---|---|---|
| 20-30 years old | 23% | Styling attempt/film and television imitation |
| 30-40 years old | 57% | Early hair loss troubles |
| Over 40 years old | 82% | Severe hair loss/grey hair management |
2. Image reshaping needs
Under the Douyin #baldface challenge topic, 31% of participants said they "accidentally discovered that their hair looks good-looking" and 27% thought it "looks more masculine". The bald images of celebrities such as Xu Zheng and Zhang Weijian have strengthened the aesthetic label of "intelligent and tough guys".
3. Convenience of life
Research shows that shaving your head can save:
| Project | Average annual time saved | Average annual cost savings |
|---|---|---|
| Number of haircuts | 15 hours | 2000 yuan+ |
| toiletries | -- | 800 yuan+ |
4. Subculture symbols
In the e-sports circle, fitness circle and other young groups, bald heads have become a symbol of "breaking the norm". Hupu community polling shows that 14% of men aged 19-25 said they "want to try bald heads to experience a different stage of life."
5. Special scene requirements
Recent cases that have sparked discussion include:
3. Changing trends in social cognition
Comparing the 2020 data, the positive impression of bald men has increased significantly:
| Evaluation dimension | 2020 Recognition | 2024 Recognition |
|---|---|---|
| Professionalism in the workplace | 42% | 67% |
| Opposite sex attraction | 28% | 53% |
| Personal expression | 35% | 71% |
Conclusion:Bald head has gone from a helpless choice to an active pursuit, reflecting the diversified development of male image management. With the popularity of the tough guy bald image in film and television dramas such as "Rush" and Generation Z's breakthrough in traditional aesthetics, it is expected that the proportion of men shaving will increase by more than 40% in the next three years. This is not only a personal choice, but also the epitome of increased social inclusion.
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