A man who keeps his head shaved has a routine: a tool to shave with, something to make the shave glide, and something for the scalp afterward, because a bare scalp gets sun, dryness and shine that hair used to cover. The best gifts for bald men upgrade one of those three steps.
The first question is how he shaves now. Some men run an electric head shaver every day or two. Others prefer a manual razor and shave cream. If you are not sure, look in the bathroom or ask someone who knows, then use the section that fits.
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Quick picks
- The upgrade head shaver: Philips Norelco Head Shaver Pro 9000.
- A rotary head shaver made for bald heads: Skull Shaver Pitbull Gold PRO or Freebird FlexSeries Pro.
- A barber-style foil shaver: Wahl Professional 5 Star Vanish.
- If he uses a manual razor: HeadBlade Moto starter kit.
- Scalp care: HeadBlade HeadLube SPF 50 or a matte moisturizer.
Electric rotary head shavers
Rotary head shavers have several round heads that flex to follow the curve of the skull, so he can shave his whole head without a mirror. They work wet or dry, which suits a shower shave. Our electric shaver gifts guide covers face shavers too.
Philips Norelco Head Shaver Pro 9000
The Philips Norelco Head Shaver Pro 9000 has a fully flexible head that rotates 360 degrees to follow the head’s contours and 36 self-sharpening ComfortCut blades. A PowerAdapt sensor reads hair density and adjusts power as he shaves. It runs 90 minutes on a one-hour charge, a five-minute quick charge gives one full shave, and it is IPX7 water resistant. The box includes a rinsing station, a luxury case and four extra replacement blades. The Head Shaver Pro 7000 has the same head, blades and runtime, with a travel pouch in place of the case.
Skull Shaver Pitbull Gold PRO
Skull Shaver’s Pitbull line is built for shaving the head and face. The Pitbull Gold PRO GX5 has an upgraded motor, an LED battery display, PRO blades and a travel case, and works wet or dry. For a man who already owns a Pitbull, a Forte PRO 4 replacement head fits all Pitbull, Palm and Butterfly Kiss shavers and is a useful refill gift.
Freebird FlexSeries Pro
The Freebird FlexSeries Pro is a head and body shaver kit with ScalpSafe rotary heads, IPX7 waterproofing and up to 90 minutes of cordless runtime on USB charging. It comes with five attachments, including a clipper with guards and a nose trimmer, so it covers his beard and touch-ups too. Freebird says to replace the rotary blade about every four weeks, which makes a FlexSeries blade 3-pack a good add-on.
Remington Balder Pro XR7000
The Remington Balder Pro XR7000 has five Dual Track rotary blades on a pivoting neck, a chamber that catches cut hair, a pop-up trimmer for detail and up to 50 minutes of cordless runtime. It is fully waterproof and has a travel lock and pouch.
A barber-style foil shaver
Some men prefer the finish of a foil shaver, the kind barbers use to clean up a bald fade. Foil shavers are straighter than rotary heads, so they take a little more care around the back of the head, but many head shavers like them.
Wahl Professional 5 Star Vanish Foil Shaver
The Wahl Professional 5 Star Vanish is a cordless double foil shaver for the head and face. Its cutting bars move independently on their own suspension, the single foils pop out for replacement, and the battery runs more than 100 minutes per charge with an LED fuel gauge. It is a barber tool, which makes it a gift that feels a step up. Our gifts for barbers guide has more pro tools.
For the man who uses a manual razor
Many men get their smoothest head shave with a blade. HeadBlade makes razors shaped for the scalp, designed for control as they follow its contours. The HeadBlade Moto starter kit includes the Moto razor, a 5 ounce tube of HeadSlick shave cream and replacement blades, so it is ready to use. The HeadBlade ATX has a rigid body and a non-slip rubber ring for grip in the shower. If he already owns one, an 8 ounce HeadSlick shave cream is a mentholated refill made for head shaving. Our shaving gift sets guide has more blade options.
Scalp care
This is the part most gift guides skip. A shaved scalp is exposed skin, and it needs sun protection and moisture like a face does. Our guide to keeping a bald head smooth covers the full routine.
Sunscreen made for the scalp
HeadBlade HeadLube SPF 50 is a broad spectrum sunscreen lotion made for shaved heads, face and body. It is non-greasy and water resistant for 80 minutes. The Bald Brothers SPF 50 scalp sunscreen gel dries to a matte finish and is fragrance free, which helps if he dislikes a shiny head. Bee Bald SMOOTH+ is a daily moisturizer with SPF 30 for the head and face. For a man who still has some hair, the COOLA scalp and hair SPF 30 mist sprays on lightly without an oily residue.
Matte moisturizer
A bald head can look shiny by midday. HeadBlade HeadLube Matte is a post-shave lotion with a matte finish, free of parabens, perfume and dyes, with aloe, tea tree and peppermint. The Bald Brothers scalp moisturizer is also matte, non-greasy and fragrance free. Our guide to the best moisturizer for a Black bald head compares more options.
Aftershave for the head
Bee Bald HEAL is an after-shave balm for the head, face and body, made to calm redness, bumps and razor burn. It goes on in a thin layer. If he gets bumps after shaving, our razor bumps guide explains the causes and the routine that helps.
Two small extras
A bald head gets cold. The Minus33 merino wool cuff beanie is 100% merino, lightweight, machine washable and fits under a helmet. And the HEETA silicone scalp massager has soft silicone bristles and an easy-grip handle for the shower. Both fit in a stocking. See our grooming stocking stuffers for men for more.
How to choose
If he shaves with an electric shaver that is getting old, a new head shaver is the gift he will notice most. If he shaves with a blade, a HeadBlade razor or kit fits his routine. If you do not know how he shaves, choose scalp care: every bald man can use a scalp sunscreen and a matte moisturizer, and they are easy to pair.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good gift for a bald man?
A head shaver if he shaves often, or scalp care if you are not sure. A sunscreen made for the scalp is useful year-round and is often something he has not bought for himself.
Is a rotary or foil shaver better for a bald head?
Rotary head shavers flex to follow the curve of the skull, which makes them easier for a full head shave without a mirror. Foil shavers give a barber-style finish and are popular for bald fades. Either works; it comes down to what he is used to.
Do bald men need sunscreen on their head?
A shaved scalp is skin that gets direct sun, so yes, it needs protection like the face. Scalp sunscreens such as HeadBlade HeadLube SPF 50 are made to go on a bare head without leaving it greasy.
How do I stop a bald head from looking shiny?
Use a matte moisturizer or a matte sunscreen after shaving. HeadBlade HeadLube Matte and the Bald Brothers products are made for this.
