A lot of black men are embracing the bald look and while it is a look that suits most men, it’s only appealing when it’s done right. The one issue with a clean-shaven head is that it requires more care since your scalp is bare. 

You’re exposing your head to elements of nature that can cause dryness, dandruff and at times, sun damage. The only way out is by regularly moisturizing your bald head.

But, which is the moisturizer to buy? 

In our opinion, the best moisturizer for black bald head is the Bee Bald Smooth Plus Daily Moisturizer. This product is great to use, designed specially for your scalp and doubles up as sunscreen with SPF30.

To make your selection process easier, our team at Mammoth Men have tested many moisturizers for bald black men and have managed to shortlist a few.

These 10 products have been formulated especially for black men and are some of the best moisturizers in the market that help reduce dryness and damage caused by the sun.

• Bee Bald Smooth Plus Daily Moisturizer w/SPF 30
• High Time Moisturizer Dare To Be Bald Scalp Treatment
• Mountaineer Brand Bald Head Care - All Natural Moisturizing Balm
• Ancient Greek Remedy Oil - Natural Moisturizing Oil
• Tea Tree Hair and Body Moisturizer
• HeadBlade HeadLube Matte Moisturizer Lotion for Men
• Sweet Comb Chicago Bee Bald Head Polish
• Aloe Vera Gel - Earth's Daughter
• L'Oreal Men Expert Hydra Anti-Shine Moisturizer
• Lather & Wood's Fragrance-Free Moisturizer

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How to choose the best moisturizer for a black bald head?

Here’s a four point checklist that we at Mammoth Men followed to determine what the best moisturizers for bald men are.

Natural Ingredients - One of the most important factors that make a moisturizer great to use on your bald head is the use of natural ingredients and essential oils. Products that use harmful ingredients are not recommended due to their lasting effects. Here are some of the essential oils used in most of the products listed above and their benefits.

• Lavender Oil - Treats inflammation and prevents scalp dryness
• Grape Seed Oil - Locks in the moisture and provides your scalp with a natural shine
• Clary Sage Oil - Helps boost even hair growth 
• Almond Oil - Removes dead skin cells and softens your scalp
• Tea Tree Oil - Acts as an anti-bacterial and protects your head from irritation.

Sun Protection - Another point to consider is the harmful rays from the sun. For this you will have to pick a product that doubles up as sunscreen. Products with SPF 15 and above are great to use on your head and protect it from UV rays that can damage your skin and reduce hair growth.

No Residue - Moisturizers are meant to keep your head soft, smooth, hydrated and healthy. Using one that leaves behind a residue is pointless. This is because if you don’t have any shampoo that can tackle the grease or oil build up, then you’re going to end up with flaky skin and patches on your scalp, not to forget, an oily layer that is not appealing.

Shine - Another factor to consider especially if you’re someone who does not prefer a shiny bald head. Products like HeadBlade HeadLube are formulated to keep your head looking fresh but without the shine. 

How to keep your bald head moisturized?

Moisturizers are rather easy to use and you wouldn’t need to spend more than 3-4 minutes on the application process. However, to get the best results, there are a couple of guidelines you must follow.

• If you’re shampooing your head, make sure to use a moisturizing shampoo and massage it evenly on your head.

• It’s a good idea to consider using an exfoliating scrub weekly on your head. This can help get rid of dry and dead skin.

• When you’re applying a moisturizer on your bald head, make sure your scalp is dry.

• When shaving your head, you can get an even shave without nicks and cuts if you use hot water. Hot water will soften your skin, opening pores and minimizing razor burns.

• Finally, a good quality pre-shave oil and shaving cream can provide your skin with some extra protection and keep your head moisturized when you’re done with your shave.

What to avoid in a bald head moisturizer?

While many moisturizers use natural oils and ingredients, there are few that can actually do more harm than good. 

• Avoid moisturizers that use dyes and fragrances. These tend to be harsh on the scalp and can damage it further.

• It’s good to avoid products that have a high acid content. Items that contain glycolic acid, salicylic acid, alpha-hydroxy acid should be avoided.

• If you’re someone who has an existing skin condition such as eczema, then you will need to steer clear of products that contain  urea and lactic acids as they can aggravate your condition.

Top 10 Best Moisturizers for a Black Bald Head

Bee Bald Smooth Plus Daily Moisturizer w/SPF 30

Overall Best Moisturizer for Black Bald Head

The Bee Bald Smooth Plus is a wonderful moisturizing sunscreen that has been formulated to protect your bald head from the sun’s harmful UVA/UVB rays. It’s perfect for bald black men who are looking to keep their head hydrated.

It has been considered to be the best moisturizer for bald men mainly for its natural ingredients that lock in moisture on your scalp and combat skin dryness. Another great reason to consider using this moisturizer is because it helps protect the scalp by reducing wrinkles and fine lines that form as you age.

Apart from keeping your head moisturized, it is also a broad spectrum SPF 30 sunscreen that leaves your head feeling cool throughout the day. This all-natural formula contains Licorice root extract, Goji berry extract, Bee pollen extract, Honey and Vitamin E.

Pros	Cons
Uses natural and active ingredients	Oily finish on the scalp
Designed to hydrate your scalp
Reduces fine lines
SPF30 sunscreen

High Time Moisturizer Dare To Be Bald Scalp Treatment

Best Budget Friendly Moisturizer

The Dare to be bald moisturizing lotion from High Time is a rather thin lotion that gets absorbed into your scalp easily. It uses tea tree oil to soothe your scalp and is best suited as an after-shave moisturizer. 

It prevents dandruff formation by protecting the scalp and keeping it moisturized. Moreover, it lasts really long and you wouldn’t have to worry about applying a touch-up if you were in the sun for some time. 

It’s a good choice especially if you have sensitive skin as it helps heal and soothe the scalp, protecting it from damage

Pros	Cons
It’s a long lasting product that does not fade	Does not act as a sunscreen
Helps protect and soothe your scalp
Prevents dandruff formation
Does not make your head shine

Mountaineer Brand Bald Head Care - All Natural Moisturizing Balm

Best Moisturizing Balm

Another fine moisturizer for bald black men, the Mountaineer Brand Moisturizing balm. This product has been specifically formulated for bald heads and does not contain any harmful chemicals that will damage your scalp.

This moisturizing balm contains beeswax, organic essential oils such as Tea Tree, Grape seed, Almond oil, Shea butter and Cocoa butter. These ingredients help soothe your scalp while keeping it hydrated. Another reason to consider buying this moisturizer is that it helps control sebum secretion so there’s no god awful shine.

Since it’s formulated using natural ingredients, the Bald Head Care is such a product that does not leave behind any residue on your scalp that could cause dandruff or flaky skin. The product is free from parabens, harmful chemicals and can be used as a daily moisturizer. 

Pros	Cons
Chemical free and all natural	Sticky while applying the balm on your head.
No greasy residue
Mild scent
Easy to apply with long lasting effects

Tea Tree Hair and Body Moisturizer

Best Moisturizing Oil

One of the best moisturizing oils for your bald head is the Teatree moisturizer. This product is multi-functional and can be used either as a leave-in conditioner, body lotion, after-shave cream or even a moisturizer for your scalp.

This wheat-derived formulation contains jojoba oil that helps refine your scalp, tea tree oil, peppermint and lavender that help soothe the skin and leave your head smelling great. It is an all-natural product that does not contain parabens or artificial colors.

Another great benefit of using this moisturizer is that it can be applied on your beard to boost the moisture content and strengthen the hair. While everything about this product is brilliant, the only issue is that it’s watery and chances are you might waste it if you’re not careful while applying it on your head.

Pros	Cons
Formulated to soothe and massage your scalp	Thin consistency, like water
Smells nice
Multi-purpose product, can be used on hair and body also
No residue or shine after application

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Ancient Greek Remedy Oil - Natural Moisturizing Oil

Best Essential Oil Blended Moisturizer

The Ancient Greek Remedy oil is one of the easiest moisturizers to apply and contains some of the most important essential oils that help keep your bald head hydrated. This bottle will easily last you a really long time since you won’t be using a lot to cover your whole head.

What’s great about this formula is that it can be applied across your body as it’s completely safe to use. The oils present in this formula, such as almond extract, grape seed and lavender will help hydrate your scalp and retain moisture.

These ingredients are beneficial for your skin and reduce dryness, lines, loss of moisture and stop itchiness caused by dry skin.

Pros	Cons
Moisturizes and traits the scalp	Might make your head shiny
Prevents dry skin and dandruff formation
Long lasting bottle

HeadBlade HeadLube Matte Aftershave Moisturizer Lotion for Men

Best After Shave Head Moisturizer

The HeadBlade HeadLube matte after shave moisturizer is a lotion that not only keeps your scalp moisturized, but maintains smoothness and does not contain artificial ingredients or harmful chemicals.

You can apply a few drops of this lotion on your hand and then proceed to massage it into your scalp after you’ve had a shave. It does not contain perfumes  or color dyes and will leave your scalp with a nice matte finish.

It’s a non-greasy product that uses shea butter and tea tree oil to protect your scalp and make sure that your pores don’t get clogged. If you’re interested and don’t mind a shiny head, then you can try out their glossy variant of this product.

Pros	Cons
No chemicals, perfume or dyes
Matte finish
Quick absorption and non-greasy

Sweet Comb Chicago Bee Bald Head Polish

Best Moisturizer for Natural Shine

One of the best moisturizers to use for a natural shiny look is the Bee Bald beeswax. This product locks the moisture into your scalp to prevent dryness, irritation, rashes or dandruff. This product acts as a polish for your head and utilizes a range of natural oils that help protect your scalp.

A few of the key essential oils used in this head polish are avocado, lavender, hemp, jojoba, almond and coconut. Oils such as lavender and avocado help stimulate blood flow and make sure your pores don’t get clogged.

 It even includes sunflower oil that helps defeat dandruff by acting as an anti-inflammatory for your scalp. But, the main reason to opt for this product is because it comes in a small pocket-friendly tin that you can carry around with you.

Pros	Cons
Rich in natural oils	Thick, so difficult to apply and spread.
Anti-inflammatory properties
All natural and organic ingredients
Keeps your scalp moisturized and fresh

Aloe Vera Gel - Earth's Daughter

Best Multi Purpose Moisturizer

The Aloe Vera gel is derived from all natural 99.75% organic aloe vera gel and does not contain any type of artificial fragrance, or alcohol. It's designed to work wonders on sensitive skin and will leave your skin feeling hydrated and silky smooth.

We tested this moisturizer out and found it to be great for bald black men who are suffering from acne, sunburn, or eczema. You can even use it to treat bug bites or an itchy scalp and will easily get absorbed into the skin without leaving behind any residue.

This moisturizer for black bald men is one of the best out there that's FDA certified, 100% organic and can be used for a multitude of purposes. It's definitely a product to consider buying since it's highly versatile and can even be used on pets.

Pros	Cons
Versatile moisturizer that can be used all over the body
Offers reasonable protection from UVA and UVB rays
Free from any additives, chemicals or artificial fragrances
100% organic aloe vera gel

L'Oreal Men Expert Hydra Anti-Shine Moisturizer

Best Moisturizing Gel with Active Defence System

If you're into gel based moisturizers, then this anti-shine moisturizer is one to consider. This product is ideal for bald black men mainly because it's formulated to keep the scalp cool and moisturized.

It's capable of keeping your head hydrated for up to 24 hours at a time and is designed to be non sticky and fast absorbing. This moisturizer is safe to use on all skin types and leaves behind no residue on your scalp.

The L'Oreal men expert hydra anti-shine moisturizer uses anti-oil active ingredients and peppermint extract to keep your scalp oil free with an amazing minty after scent.

Pros	Cons
Anti-shine, Anti-oil active ingredients
Formulated with peppermint extract for an icy cool sensation
Free from any additives, chemicals or artificial fragrances
Designed to be non-sticky with no residue
Safe to use on all skin types

Lather & Wood's Fragrance-Free Moisturizer

Best Anti-Aging Moisturizer for Men

Though it's slightly expensive, this moisturizer is one of the most effective products that not only moisturizes your scalp but also has anti-aging and anti-wrinkle properties. It's probably one of the few face moisturizers that can be used on the head and still get some pretty amazing results.

The Lather & Wood's Fragrance-Free Moisturizer uses only natural ingredients such as jojoba oil, shea butter, palm oil and peptides to fortify your skin cells for moisture retention.

It's a wonderful moisturizer to consider buying if you're an older black man who is looking for a smoother and softer scalp. The bottle is big enough to last around a month and you don't need to do more than massage in a couple of drops a day for you to start noticing any changes.

Pros	Cons
Natural ingredients and anti-oxidants	Slightly expensive
Doubles up as a wrinkle cream for men	Could have offered more quantity for the price
Ideal for black bald men with dry or oily skin
Designed to be non-sticky with no residue
Safe to use during the day or at night

FAQ's

Can I use face moisturizer on my scalp?

Yes, you can use face moisturizer on the scalp mainly because both type of products use similar ingredients. You can use a face moisturizer on your scalp only when the scalp is wet, this makes it easier for your scalp to absorb the moisturizer. Make sure you don't over do it with the moisturizer as this can lead to excessive oil build-up.

How can I nourish my scalp naturally?

There are some DIY hacks to moisturize your scalp naturally without using any formulated product. You can try massaging your scalp with either coconut oil, tea tree oil, aloe vera, apple cider vinegar, or yogurt and egg . These ingredients have healing properties that are beneficial for your scalp.

Can I use Jojoba oil on my scalp?

Yes, Jojoba oil has anti-dandruff properties and is rich in minerals and vitamin C, B, E, Copper and Zinc which are essential for the scalp. It's a great moisturizer and will keep your scalp feeling soft, smooth and hydrated.

Takeaway

Bald heads may seem like the easiest option, but in reality they require more attention and care since the whole head is exposed.

Products that use natural oils, act as a sunscreen and reduce wrinkles and fine lines are things you will definitely need to keep your scalp moisturized.

I would suggest starting with Dare to be Bald moisturizer as it’s the cheapest on this list and once you have the hang of it, you can move on up to any other product of your liking. 

Also Read:

• Best Hair Moisturizers for Black Men
• Best Bald Head Lotion
• Best Shampoo for Bald Head