At this point in my life, being bald is not for me. I'm going back on to hair systems... 2/2/2020
28-year-old struggles with aggressive hair loss since 18, used minoxidil with limited success. Tried hair systems but found them expensive, shaved head for job interviews but plans to return to hair systems.
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