'It can be a cause of deep discontent': Understanding the reality of hair loss among men

Early hair loss in men can be distressing, but rather than undergoing costly, lengthy treatment, some are opting to shave their heads and embrace baldness

45% of men will begin to experience hair loss by the time they are 50, with one in three likely to start losing hair by the age of 35.

Hair forms an important part of our identity. It can be a sign of health and youth and is more than just a reflection of what we see in the mirror. It can act as an extension of ourselves, allowing us to express ourselves.

For men in particular, haircuts have almost become an art form in the past decade, and if you were to walk into a barbershop on any given day in Ireland, you would likely hear a range of terms from skin fades and mullets to burst fades and buzz cuts.