Is it me or is r/malehairstyle and r/malehairadvice a hubfor the "just shave, it'll look great" and "don't start finasteride bro" types? Chat 3/23/2026
Many users criticize advice on forums that suggest shaving heads instead of trying treatments like finasteride for hair loss. They argue that maintaining hair is important for self-esteem and dating success, and that baldness often requires compensating with other attributes.
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6 / 1000+ resultscommunity Young guys 18-25, did hair loss destroy you mentally and affect your life? And if you did recover from it have you truly ever felt the same?
Hair loss greatly affects mental health and social life for young men. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants are common, with mixed success and ongoing self-esteem challenges.
community 2020 updated guide for "I'm losing my hair, what do I do?". I've been taking Propecia for 12 years, and you can AMA.
Hair loss treatments discussed include Propecia, Rogaine, Nizoral shampoo, and dermarolling. Users shared experiences and results, with some noticing improvements in hair growth and maintenance.
community Why not just take the drugs before hair loss?
Finasteride and dutasteride are discussed as preventative treatments for hair loss, with some advocating for early use and others concerned about side effects, especially before full maturity. Many regret not starting these treatments earlier due to their effectiveness in preventing or slowing hair loss.
community hairloss in my 20s has ruined my life.
A person in their 20s is struggling with hair loss, using treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Suggestions include self-improvement, therapy, hair transplants, and focusing on acceptance and confidence.
community Finasteride is one of the best decisions I ever made
This conversation is about the effectiveness of Finasteride and Minoxidil as treatments for hair loss, with SnooBooks5080 claiming positive results from using both medications. However, other participants in the conversation caution that there are potential side effects to be aware of when taking Finasteride and advise people to do their research before making a decision.
community Why I Will be Accepting Baldness
User decides to accept baldness due to mental health issues with finasteride. Others suggest considering hair systems, topical finasteride, or RU58841 as alternatives.
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