How to SPOT Early Signs of Balding (Catch Androgenic Alopecia FAST)

[@Ignozi]

Yep fully agree with the 50% rule. I was ridiculously lucky and I know this is gonna sound insane but it's thanks to catching COVID that I caught mine super early and saved all my hair down to the last follicle. Basically, I got telogen effluvium in the months after catching COVID and getting a fever of 40+ Celsius. It was a massive shock to my system and my hair suffered. I was losing huge clumps of hair after every shower, it was terrifying. I went to a trichologist to figure out what was happening, she diagnosed me with telogen effluvium and also said I had really early signs of miniaturization on my vertex. It was so early stages that it was only visible under the microscope and you couldn't tell by looking even under direct sunlight. I've been on finastaride since that day and I've basically reversed all the early miniaturization and I've got the condition under control. I don't expect to be losing my hair anytime soon but I still go for check ups occasionally.

[@TravWhiteStyle]

WOW! That's a fantastic story (not the catching COVID and getting Telogen Effluvium part, but the fact you caught your genetic balding)! That was definitely a blessing in disguise.

[@Ignozi]

Yea, I was depressed immediately after the diagnosis because I didn't expect it at all but in hindsight it prevented me from losing any ground. Granted, my hair loss is not aggressive or very severe but still, an early diagnosis is still very good.@@TravWhiteStyle

[@syedshadman07]

Can saw palmetto 540mg have Similar effects?

[@Ignozi]

No I don't think so. Natural supplements don't even come close to being as effective as finasteride as DHT blockers. I would never risk my hair by depending on supplements.@@syedshadman07

[@Ignozi]

Yea it's almost scripted that's how unlikely it was to catch it this early. Prevention is the closest thing to a hair loss cure at the moment. Hopefully that changes in the future.@@TravWhiteStyle

[@IlluminatiReign]

This advice is solid. I wish I was more cognizant of this when I was younger. I started balding at 17, and have been able to maintain my Norwood 2 for the 10 years since, but by then it already too late to salvage my temples without a transplant. It still annoys me how early it occurred. If you can get ahead of your hair loss, it is better.

[@dawidwojacki5049]

That is a solid advice, it helped me to get rid of that stress of uncertainty, that was bothering me for months. I appointed a visit with a trychologist just now. Thanks man.

[@coldfire22]

Great and informative video, but man.. if there is even a question, go see a professional! So many guys asking strangers on the internet instead of just booking an appointment with those that can definitively tell them.

[@قرٰآت-وسيم]

Thanks for this. I got a request. Can u please do an updated video of your shower routine and how you detail your hair etc.?

[@Kfo221]

Your hair is looking long as heck man! I'm 14 months in now and it definitely feels like my hair stopped growing haha

[@l750z_6]

Same. I’m 15 months here and it feels like it’s not changed since like month 10

[@thearthurmarston9897]

You need to go in and get trims for your split/loose ends! Trust me my hair had stopped at the shoulder length within my first year of growing it and once I started to get trims done every 2-3 months it kept on growing. Now it’s at the bottom of my chest 😂

[@gamerjojo4591]

ive seen videos from MPMD and haircafe suggesting that taking finasteride before seeing any balding is the best option

[@cybercrawl6816]

In the last 2 years I have noticed a huge difficulty in growing my hair to the point where right now the sides are way longer than the top... Haven't really noticed huge thinning and for some reason I noticed that the short hairs that shed from my front is thicker in diameter than the longer hairs I shed. Propably will check another dermatologist, since the last one I checked with prescribed treatment for androgenic alopecia. Just wanted to share, because I am annoyed that it doesn't look like normal MPB, yet I can't find what my problem is. I wish good luck and a great day to anyone who reads!

[@MrArthys]

ngl, i like my hair a lot, i have long hair with Norwood 2-3, but prefer to get bald than taking meds for the rest of my life.

[@Nick-kf3io]

Okay? That's good lol

[@MrArthys]

@@Nick-kf3io getting bald? Lmak

[@jonathanalcantara1800]

There is a way to ween yourself off of the drugs. If you cut it off cold turkey the hair follicles will still be dependent on the medication, but if you slowly decrease the dosage over time and ensure you’re taking vitamins, massaging your scalp to increase blood flow, the hair follicles should become less dependent on the meds. Don’t know for sure but have heard this by a couple of sources!

[@MrArthys]

@@jonathanalcantara1800 From what i heard when you stop minoxidil/fina, DHT simply recks your new hair to the same stage before meds, i could be wrong thought.

[@sergiu-gabrielcristea6582]

Isn't it the same as treating your acne, I think many people and myself have to treat it for a very long time to go away or keep it under control, so I don't see any difference between acnee and hair loss

[@dgriswold93]

Realistically, how easy should this be to spot? I can look through 100 hairs and maybe find one or two that seem they may be miniaturized. Cant be sure though. Should it be more obvious than this?

[@jlkings3317]

Trav,I got flakes and dry hair,bought shea moisture moisturizing shampoo Manuka honey for hair type 4,though I got straight hair.Got a bit frustrated that didn’t check thouroughly while buying.You think it is still good? Please answer🙏🏼

[@Muerte-Blanca]

Hey trav, I have a windows peak, I’m still in my teen years, but the sides of my head have thin hairs mixed with baby hairs(like Ryan Reynolds or David Beckham but with baby hair+thin hair in that area), if I pull it back it looks like if their is no hair due to its thinness and the hairs over it are kinda covering it, I am not saying that their is no hair on the sides of the windows peak but just really thin and spread out on that area , am I just being paranoid or should I just leave it, (by the way, I have short hair and apply shampoo everyday) Thanks🤝🏻

[@omersarcadeadventures2152]

Looks fine to me

[@dummy9094]

it's over man.. i just go bald

[@d3f4ult_q8]

Also don’t forget to study chemistry

[@dummy9094]

it's over, shave.@@d3f4ult_q8

[@morkami9521]

Jesse we gotta go bald

[@Jacob-nu4nd]

There’s literally science today to keep you from going bald

[@dummy9094]

just let it go, you will never get your hair back without crazy side effects or messing with your testosterone etc..@@Jacob-nu4nd

[@bajiruhaze3117]

i take a shower and i notice my hair strands have different diameter does that mean I'm balding?

[@shalmar14]

does it have to be the same thickness all hairs that shed?

[@gonigeena]

In my opinion, combination oral minoxidil and finasteride has become affordable enough that if you're worried about hair loss at all, and there is a history of hair loss in your family, there is no reason to not use it. It's the most convenient solution to the problem. As explained in the video, before 50% miniturisation, the symptoms are difficult to see, and after 50% minturisation, it is too late to revert to your 16 year old hairline. Imagine a world where every man from the moment they turned 16 started on combination oral minoxidil and finasteride, nobody would be feeling the intense stress and embarassment of hair loss. The world has become more vain, and people are terribly judgemental of those whose hair is thinning. Of course, different men experience side effects to different degrees, and that would be the only limiting factor to my eyes. There is no harm in starting on oral medication, discovering that the side effects are too intense, and then promptly ending treatment. One day, hair loss will be a thing of the past...

[@thebro6653]

hey man, ive been having scalp pains for a couple months now, pain in random spots, no idea why..would appriciate some help

[@GAMEADDICTishaan]

I am not Balding but i have seen some significant hair thinning and volume reduction from the last year , What supplements or hair care should i do to keep them healthy ?

[@TravWhiteStyle]

I would prioritize sleep, consume more protein, and make sure you're taking a multivitamin. If you're worried about whether it's genetic balding or shedding, I have videos on that on my channel, too!

[@isosoriharrison9556]

I noticed my hair thinning a bit but no bald spots.

[@Mati_C8]

I'm scared, Mr. White :( i think i'm gonna start looking for a dermoroller.. i already use rosemary oil, but imma do both.. i will NOT lose my hair

[@ethanhunt5243]

Women will no longer treat you as human if you go bald, 🫠 it’s basically game over. Even some slight thinning on the temples is life ending

[@drewrafe9367]

My hairline is widows peak since I was 16 Now I’m 22 and hairline looks the same . Hair density is also same . Just to be prevent . Should I take fin or use minox from now on ?

[@TravWhiteStyle]

Doubt it, widow's peak is not balding. It's your natural hair line.

[@syedshadman07]

​Hey man, I'm losing too many thick hairs, few are thin too. Should I be concerned @@TravWhiteStyle my hairline is not receding, my crown is the only place where it looks thinner overall

[@thebro6653]

bruh same...from 16 and im 21..mines been the same for years..not better not worse. also considering fin/minox

[@GuitaristDog87]

I want to tell you a story about my grandfather that never went bald in his 74 years. Grew up in poverty during the great depression, had the worst childhood you could imagine. He also served his country during WW2 . Was married for 50 years and had seven kids, struggled with alcoholism throughout his life. Yet he was proud of holding onto his hair until he died but here's the thing, he had a hairline that would fall betwen II and III on the norwood scale, receded enough that he would've been recommended to go on finasteride or minoxidil in today's standards. With the life he lived, shouldn't he have been bald by 50? He didn't have a very youthful looking hairline but still produced a thick head of hair without any meds that always grew back fast, he was absolutely fine with it.

[@ExecutionMods]

Yeah, I think its really up to personal preference to an extent. Recession can be normal for most people and stop (a "mature hairline"). But there's also a chance that it won't stop, so its really up to you if you want to roll the dice.

[@TravWhiteStyle]

Sometimes people recede to a mature hairline and never go fully bald. Very rarely do people grow old with their juvenile hairline. I made a video on how to tell the difference. It’s pretty old. Maybe I should make an updated one 🤔

[@Executionerzoe]

​@@TravWhiteStyleYes

[@eliastoukka]

I'm 19, and have noticed changes in the front of my hairline. Like it is straight and my temples are okay, but it is like a mini M-letter in the front. Should I be concerned

[@TravWhiteStyle]

Without knowing your hair line or family history, my best advice would be to consult with a dermatologist to see if it's a normal widow's peak or if you're actually receding.

[@john.9960]

im 19 lost too much hair

[@dapperat8933]

My hair seems to still be thick, but the temples go back on both sides, and my hairline is uneven. There are no dermotologists in my area, so what should i do? There are regular doctors in the area, would it be worth going to them despite the lack of dermotologists?

[@Zee.speakz]

Stop smoking, wash your hair more often, oil your hair 1-2 times a week, condition more ,scalp massage ,exercise ,dermastamp

[@Dife2000]

My hair is INSANELY FINE, so i never noticed if any was getting thinner. Now I am sure of it but only because my forehead looks different, sadly. Next Saturday I booked an appointment to a specialized dermatologist in my city. I think it's too late anyways but I'll see if I can do anything.

[@pt_2003]

What did the dermatologist told you?

[@defnotme2p]

broo any update?

[@tirador_05]

hay trav i am 18 and i think im loosing my hair because my hair looks like its receding one one side of my scalp what should i do about it

[@jimih8262]

I wouldn't be too concerned about it just yet. Sure, it's possible that you're losing your hair prematurely, but the more likely explanation is that it's just your "mature" hairline coming in. While technically hair loss, it's really just something that happens to most people once they reach their late teens and early twenties. You're just losing your "baby hairs" so to speak. Monitor it, and if it keeps getting worse then see a professional. But, you should likely be fine, and just because your hairline is receding slightly now doesn't mean it'll keep going. Many people reach their mature hairline and never recede further than that. I hope this gives you a little peace of mind!

[@tirador_05]

@@jimih8262 thanks bro

[@salugi5986]

You can catch androgenetic alopecia but then finasteride sides will catch you

[@TravWhiteStyle]

There’s ways to mitigate it

[@salugi5986]

@@TravWhiteStyle other than androgen inhibitors? Don't think so. Minox is nothing long term and often even short term

[@masonwalters7510]

how do i get the hair on the top of my head to lay flatter?

[@SummerWine19]

Water it.

[@jani_tu_kidr]

Rosemarry oill🗿 >>>>> your whole explination.

[@TravWhiteStyle]

No

[@Zee.speakz]

Coconut oil 🎉

[@Ax-xN]

lol you clicked so yes you are balding also if you think you are balding then yes you’re balding get on the drugs early if your dad is bald

[@rupaksamanta1395]

ok bro i am 19 and i have a cowlick its almost look like its balding and the side of cowlick i can see that my hair is thin only the crown part than the other part in my head my hair also got widows peak but its not receded ,my father family side is totally bald except my father but my mother family side people still got hairs they doesnt get bald will i go bald in near future? sorry but my english is not good so much plz give a reply

[@mr.sonthomas.d6307]

Checking with a dermatologist is your best bet