The Bald and Beautiful

In a world where hair is tied to notions of beauty, it's not difficult to understand the interest stirred up by the bald pate of a man or woman. Dominant media images reinforce the conventionally held view that a nicely styled head of hair is ideal and desirous, and in the case of the fairer sex, long and flowing tresses have long been regarded as a symbol of beauty and a woman's "crowning glory" in many societies.

However, there are many persons who are a part of a growing movement that is challenging the perception that bald is less than beautiful. Whether it's due to style, convenience, religion or a medical condition, there can be no doubt that more men and women are opting to go sans hair nowadays........more