It does look like that! That great split in the middle, and the curls going in opposite directions -

[ Reyson smiles sincerely, glad to have his incredibly correct opinions so wholly supported. Making fun of that painting has been getting him through this experience. ]

It is a common practice to tone down or erase flaws, in commissioned portraits. At first I thought this man was dedicated to the truth at all costs, but it is possible that this is the more flattering version...