Take the following as truth: Flagrant dyeing for men is also becoming more common, following female practice--but not in the mainstream, out of which my academic friend is so eager to keep.
Then the following statement: "The "academic friend" mentioned may be a socialite, or may be obsessed with image - we can see this from his "eager[ness]" to keep "mainstream" practices." is true, false, or inconclusive?
Answer: Inconclusive