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10 Beautiful Women Who Will Inspire You To Shave Your Head

Gone are the days when long locks were the only style considered feminine or acceptable. Nowadays, less is more; hair included. More than ever, women are redefining beauty by letting go of the hair on top of their heads and famous ladies like Amber Rose aren’t the only ones doing it! Get inspired by these 10 beauties, who will inspire you to consider starting fresh with a shaved head. 
By Ezinne Mgbeahuruike · Updated October 26, 2020
01
Karenolla

Having low­cut or no hair adds beautiful dimension to the face.
10 Beautiful Women Who Will Inspire You To Shave Your Head
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02
Finding Paola

No matter how you choose to style your short haircut, it will always look chic and effortless. We’re always in awe of Paola’s beautiful mane. 

10 Beautiful Women Who Will Inspire You To Shave Your Head
@findingpaola/Instagram
03
Courtwedd
A beat face and bald head are the perfect combination. We love how natural Courtney’s makeup looks in this mood lighting.
10 Beautiful Women Who Will Inspire You To Shave Your Head
@courtwedd/Instagram
04
Caxmee
Much like Cax, sometimes you want to keep it simple and carefree by letting go of your locks.
10 Beautiful Women Who Will Inspire You To Shave Your Head
@caxmee/Instagram
05
Chrismiss
You can also play with cool designs by having your barber craft them into your next cut. Adding a subtle line is just the edge any girl needs.
10 Beautiful Women Who Will Inspire You To Shave Your Head
@chrismiss_/Instagram
06
Justjoykendi
Take your hair from flat to funky with dye! Not only is this blonde making Joy’s skin glow, but the full brows adds a subtle “umph” to her face.
10 Beautiful Women Who Will Inspire You To Shave Your Head
@justjoykendi/Instagram
07
Sarah Francois
Be sure to play up your cutting edge hairstyle with an equally head turning beauty look and accessory like Sarah.
10 Beautiful Women Who Will Inspire You To Shave Your Head
@sarahmfrancois/Instagram
08
Pjuls
Sometimes, a shaved head is the best accessory for any outfit; just ask this beauty!
10 Beautiful Women Who Will Inspire You To Shave Your Head
@pjuls/Instagram
09
Styleoptimist

StyleEnthusiast cut her hair 3 years ago and hasn’t looked back since. She has a thing for glasses and that’s what makes her bald fade stand out even more.

10 Beautiful Women Who Will Inspire You To Shave Your Head
@styleenthusiast/Instagram
10
@iamhamamat

If you’re not ready to take the full plunge, consider starting with a short coif like Hamamat. She’s gorgeous! 

10 Beautiful Women Who Will Inspire You To Shave Your Head
@iamhamamat/Instagram
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