Youth is wasted on the young.

Give up and instead try to get a role as spider man

Have kids. Hair started falling out by the time she was 2

Life isn’t a race. Hold onto your youth and don’t peak early, stay whimsical and have fun

Once you’re actually old, you’ll be glad that it’s at least a new experience

I think there is a few things you can do. I do think the best and healthiest thing is to just take it as a compliment, but keep your ID close if your are doing something that needs verifying.

But, if you(or someone), doesnt like it, and it is causing you issues mentally(perfectly valid). Then you can not shave as close or as often, works better the thinker and more consistent your stubble is.

Dress older, this is a lot more expensive, but can look at things like chinos and relaxed jeans with polo shirts or as we are approaching winter more knitwear, you would also be looking at boat shoes or loafers. You may also find that Hats make you look older as well.

The final one is a bit more tricky, your hairstyle. Change that to be a bit longer and “scruffy”(think around the ears a bit more) or if you have a good head shape, go short or bald. This could also have the complete opposite effect as well, and further highlight the baby face though.

Bonus bad idea, get so much sun on your face it starts to go all leathery. May have a slight side effect of cancer though.

Start shooting speed every day.

Caring about how old people are or look is a young person’s game.

When you go “What? Of course I know today is Tuesday… Oh yeah you’re right, it is my birthday. Nah, just an early night for me.”, no one will think you’re a high schooler.

But style choices, posture, glasses and other accessories can make a difference as well.

Or just take thinning shears to your temples and crown, and go for a balding look.

smoke cigarettes. like…a lot.

meth while you’re at it.

or, count your blessings.

I knew a kid who had straight up male pattern balding at 16. by 18 he had a horseshoe. dude looked like he was in his fifties before he was out of his teens.

Wear new balance shoes, or sandals with socks.

Look “professional” tends to help. It’s an overton window some, you’ll want to find the most professional you can look for what your face and body type. But you are essentially try to look like you are in a later stage in your career which people, because it takes time, associate with older people.

Adding some muscle mass can help (you know towards dad bod no need for body builder shenanigans).

Some old guy tricks are wearing smart pragmatic clothing, but are kind of commiting to the bit of being comfortable being an adult. So suspenders/belts to keep your pants up, fanny packs to store stuff you need on the go (medical kit, snacks), somewhere to have a pen, a utility knife, etc. Glasses if you need them. Hats that keep the weather off of you appropriate to your region. Etc

Grow a beard. Your beard starts going gray before the hair on your head.

start smoking and drinking, cut back on sleep and find an unfulfilling stressful and thankless job that also underpays. throw in some women/partner/spouse that treat you like shit to really speed this up.

Have kids. The people with kids who are ten years younger than me look twenty years older than me.

It’s all about what you wear.

White New Balance 608s, jorts, and a graphic tee about sarcasm or puns. Make sure your 608s are stained a little green from mowing the lawn.

Route every conversation back to your lawn, lawnmowers, or the Traeger/Blackstone you want to buy when your wife let’s you.

Literally that easy.

Hang on to that shit as long as you can.