Except, they’re not. Not in the slightest. Going bald is an obstacle but not a barrier to sound personal style. Depending upon your hairline – for instance, those receding can still pack quite the cut – there are many ways to tackle baldness.

Sure, my own confidence was knocked at the emergence of a sparser head. But reaching for the clippers was liberating in more ways than one. I don’t have to spend 10 minutes in the morning with wax and a hairdryer. I don’t even really need to shampoo anymore. And, I was pleasantly surprised to see my skull was a lot more symmetrical than I anticipated.

Science has plenty to say, too. A study by Florida’s Barry University asked participants to rate men in four areas: physical attractiveness, aggression, appeasement and social maturity. It was the bald heads that came out on top in most sections. And while we can’t fairly evaluate their boyfriend behaviour, fellas like Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham are hardly doing bad for themselves.

Mates kindly noted their approval, too – always a relief amongst blokes that have spent 15 years rinsing one another at the pub. The only setback is the weekly requirement of a cut – nobody should risk a head that mimics crop rotation – but even then, it takes 15 minutes and a mere £8. Job done.

Just because your hair is on the down doesn’t mean your self-esteem should follow suit. Experiment with different cuts or do what I did, take the plunge and go for the clippers – here are our rules to make sure you get a good a buzzcut. Because here’s the bald truth – it’s absolutely fine.