Everything I'm doing to stop balding (thinning hair)
Summary
TLDRIn this video, a men's hair product brand owner shares his personal journey with hair thinning and the steps he's taken to combat it. After noticing hair loss, he researched treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but initially hesitated due to potential side effects. Eventually, he started using both, along with scalp massages and advanced tools like the Ladora scalp massager. He also adopted better hair care habits, such as using heat protectants and silk pillowcases, and incorporated supplements to maintain healthy hair. He encourages viewers to be proactive in preserving their hair and shares additional tips for healthy hair maintenance.
Takeaways
- đââïž The speaker, a mid-30s owner of a men's hair products brand, is concerned about potential hair loss, particularly due to his public image.
- đš He noticed thinning hair about a year ago but hesitated to use treatments like finasteride and minoxidil due to fear of side effects.
- đ Six months ago, after confirming further hair thinning, he began using finasteride and minoxidil, and experienced no side effects.
- âïž The speaker acknowledges hair transplants as a last resort, citing successful cases from celebrities like Elon Musk and LeBron James.
- đŹ Stress played a significant role in his hair thinning, but stress-related hair loss is often temporary and reversible.
- đââïž Scalp massages are an integral part of his hair care routine, improving blood circulation and stimulating hair growth with a specialized device.
- đŽ The LA Dwora scalp massager combines red light therapy, microcurrent, and serums, which help promote hair thickness and density.
- đȘ The speaker has adopted more delicate hair care habits to prevent breakage, such as gentle washing, applying heat protectants, and towel pat drying.
- đŹ He now consistently takes hair supplements, including biotin, zinc, and various vitamins, to promote healthy hair growth.
- đ He switched to silk pillowcases to reduce hair breakage, improve skin quality, and enhance his sleep experience.
Q & A
What caused the speaker to worry about hair loss initially?
-The speaker noticed that his hair was thinning, seeing more of his scalp and feeling that his hair didnât have the same density as before.
Why did the speaker hesitate to start using finasteride and minoxidil initially?
-The speaker was concerned about potential side effects, particularly with finasteride, which can include erectile dysfunction and low libido.
What is finasteride and how does it help with hair loss?
-Finasteride is a prescription medication that prevents further hair loss by blocking the conversion of testosterone into DHT, a hormone that contributes to hair loss.
How does minoxidil work in treating hair thinning?
-Minoxidil is a topical solution that stimulates hair growth by increasing blood flow to the hair follicles.
How does stress relate to hair loss according to the speaker?
-Stress can lead to temporary hair loss by causing a large number of hair follicles to shed, but this type of hair loss is usually reversible once stress levels decrease.
What non-medical methods did the speaker use to improve his hair health?
-The speaker incorporated scalp massages, used a device with red light therapy and microcurrent technology, and took hair supplements that included biotin, zinc, iron, and vitamins B, C, D, and E.
Why did the speaker switch to silk pillowcases, and what benefits do they offer?
-The speaker switched to silk pillowcases because they are softer than cotton, which reduces hair breakage and skin irritation. They also provide a more luxurious feel.
What does the speaker say about hair transplants, and when would he consider it?
-The speaker sees hair transplants as a last resort but is open to the idea, noting that many celebrities and friends have undergone the procedure with great results.
How does the speaker suggest being more careful with hair during daily routines?
-The speaker advises being gentle while washing, brushing, and towel-drying hair, as well as applying heat protectants before using styling tools to prevent breakage.
What is the speakerâs message to others experiencing hair thinning or loss?
-The speaker encourages others not to lose hope, emphasizing that there are various ways to combat hair thinning, from medical treatments to lifestyle changes, which can help regain confidence.
Outlines
đââïž Fearing Hair Loss as a Hair Influencer
The narrator, a man in his mid-30s and owner of a men's hair product brand, shares his fear of hair loss. Although it's not an overwhelming concern, occasional moments of noticing hair thinning or shedding cause him anxiety. He reflects on the irony of being a hair influencer and the fear of losing hair, considering potential shifts in content like teaching head shaving or scalp care. He recalls noticing his hair thinning about a year ago, leading to research into treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, but hesitating due to fear of side effects. Eventually, after confirming his thinning six months ago, he began taking finasteride and applying minoxidil, explaining how these treatments work to prevent hair loss and stimulate regrowth. He emphasizes the importance of researching side effects and mentions that, fortunately, he hasn't experienced any issues.
đ Taking Action Against Hair Thinning
The narrator dives into the emotional and psychological impact of seeing his hair thinning on camera, pushing him to start a regimen to combat hair loss. He explains that finasteride prevents further hair loss by blocking DHT, while minoxidil helps regrow hair. Additionally, he was dealing with personal stress six months ago, which could have contributed to his hair thinning. Stress-related hair loss, he notes, is often temporary and reversible, but he wasn't sure if his thinning was due to stress or natural aging. He researched heavily and found methods, like scalp massages, that could potentially reverse or slow down the thinning process. He introduces a scalp massager device from Ladora, which combines vibrations, microcurrents, red light therapy, and serums to promote hair growth, emphasizing how this tool fits into his strategy for maintaining healthy hair.
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Keywords
đĄHair thinning
đĄFinasteride
đĄMinoxidil
đĄScalp massages
đĄStress-induced hair loss
đĄHair transplant
đĄHeat protectant
đĄBiotin
đĄSilk pillowcases
đĄRed light therapy
Highlights
The speaker, a mid-30s men's hair products brand owner, shares his fear of hair loss, which is common among men in their 30s.
He noticed thinning hair about a year ago but was hesitant to use treatments like finasteride and minoxidil due to potential side effects such as erectile dysfunction.
Six months ago, after confirming visible thinning, he started using finasteride daily and minoxidil on his crown, which both aim to prevent hair loss and stimulate hair growth.
He emphasizes the importance of scalp massages for stimulating blood flow to hair follicles, which can promote hair growth. He uses a high-tech scalp massager from Ladora that combines red light therapy, microcurrent stimulation, and serum delivery.
The speaker shares how stress can trigger temporary hair loss, but emphasizes that this type of loss is reversible once the stress subsides.
He mentions the possibility of hair transplants as a last resort, noting that several high-profile individuals like Elon Musk and LeBron James have undergone the procedure.
In addition to medical treatments, he takes great care in how he handles his hair daily, avoiding aggressive washing, brushing, and heat exposure.
He highlights the importance of using heat protectant products before blow-drying and patting his hair dry with a towel instead of rubbing, which can cause breakage.
He explains that most men's hair thinning occurs at the hairline and crown, while the sides and back generally remain thick. These areas are often used as donor sites in hair transplants.
He started taking daily hair supplements containing biotin, zinc, iron, and vitamins B, C, D, and E, which support hair growth.
Switching from cotton to silk pillowcases is another habit he adopted to reduce hair breakage during sleep.
He encourages other men struggling with hair loss to explore the available resources, as hair loss treatments have advanced significantly in recent years.
The Ladora scalp massager is a major part of his routine, with red light therapy and microcurrent stimulation designed to enhance blood circulation and hair growth.
He mentions that hair loss occurs when hair follicles shrink and eventually stop producing hair, so early treatment is key to preventing permanent loss.
Finally, he encourages viewers to subscribe to his YouTube channel for more hair care tips and lifestyle advice, aiming to help men look and feel their best.
Transcripts
as a man in his mid-30s and owner of a
men's hair products brand naturally one
of my biggest fears is losing my hair
and it's not like it haunts me it's not
like it scares me every day but once in
a while I run my fingers through my hair
and if I see too many hairs breaking off
I do get concerned right what happens
when a hair influencers loses his hair I
mean I guess I could do videos on how to
shave your head with no Cuts or best
sunscreen for your scalp but as you can
see I still have a lot of hair in my
head however about a year ago I did
notice that my hair was thinning it just
didn't have the same density it once had
I could see a lot more of my scalp than
before and that really scared me so I
freaked out and I ordered everything
that works the finasteride minoxidil and
once it got delivered I chickened out I
didn't start those treatments because I
was scared of the possible side effects
which by the way you know for
finasteride or erectile dysfunction low
libido and a few other symptoms so I
didn't take it last year I decided to
wait a little bit longer and confirm
that I was thinning before taking those
daily pills fast forward to about six
months ago and yeah my worst fears were
confirmed when I shot a hair video and I
noticed this clip it didn't even look
like me I immediately renewed my
finasteride subscription started taking
it a few days later and by the way if
you're not familiar with it finasteride
is a prescription medication that helps
prevent further hair loss by blocking
the conversion of testosterone into DHT
which is a major cause for hair loss in
minoxidil on the other hand is a topical
solution that can stimulate hair growth
so I started on both and side note here
definitely do your research check out
the possible side effects before you
start taking those I thankfully have not
noticed any side effect whatsoever from
any of those two products but I didn't
stop there I wanted to make sure that I
didn't lose my hair and here's the thing
I know that worst case scenario I fly to
Turkey I get a hair transplant it's not
really that bad Elon did it James Franco
did it Lewis Hamilton did it LeBron
James and a bunch of personal close
friends of mine have gone through a hair
transplant and the results are pretty
amazing but obviously that's Last Resort
I still had some tricks up my sleeve and
my hair wasn't gone yet so it was just
starting to thin I had some time to
figure it out let me also say that six
months ago I was going through some
personal things that brought a lot of
stress and anxiety to my life something
that I never really feel I'm not an
anxious person whatsoever so that was
new to me and I do think that a big
reason for this moment right here that
you're seeing on screen was that stress
now when you experience significant
stress your body can enter a State of
Shock and in response to that stress a
large number of your hair follicles can
actually start to shed resulting in
thinning of the hair but it's important
to know that hair loss due to stress is
actually temporary and usually
reversible so as your body recovers from
that stressful event and your stress
levels decrease your hair growth cycle
should return to normal and your hair
should start regrowing but I wasn't 100
sure if it was stress or if I was
naturally thinning as most men do in
their 30s that's why I decided to do
something about it and I researched a
ton before I did anything but through
that research I found out that it's
possible to stop or even slightly
reverse hair thinning I read that scalp
massages could really help hair growth
for example and I went on a rabbit hole
to find the best scalp massagers how
does it help well it's about stimulating
blood circulation to those hair
follicles giving them a better chance to
grow faster and stronger I found this
device from LA dwara and it's a really
cool looking portable scalp massager
that stimulates hair growth I started
using like three to four times a week
and labdoir sponsored today's video
which I thought was the perfect
opportunity to talk to you about this
hair Journey that I've been on this year
the ladder World dual Scalp and Hair
Care device isn't just a normal scalp
massager this thing is next level if
apple or Tesla made a scalp massager
this is what it would be not only do
these massages help manage stress and
reduce tension but again it's also
proven that they improve blood
circulation to the hair follicles that
helps with the hair growth but the
device also shoots a low level
microcurrent to the scalp which can help
stimulate hair growth by promoting even
more blood flow and increasing cellular
Act activity in the scalp and you
probably noticed that it has this really
cool red light here but as much as it
looks cool it's not just for aesthetic
many studies actually show that red
light therapy can improve hair thickness
and density as well as stimulate hair
growth and last but not least it lets
you add a pod here in the middle of the
device and you can choose what kind of
serum you want depending on the results
that you're looking for they have the
Boost balance and awaken and you can
alternate between them or just choose
your favorites and those ingredients in
the Pod get slowly transferred to your
scalp as you massage it so as I'm
massaging my scalp I'm getting the
vibrations the low level microcurrent
the red light therapy and the serum all
at the same time I told you I'm not
playing any games I want my hair to be
thick healthy and around for a while so
I'm consistent with my scalp massages
and I can say that from personal
experience it's made a difference for me
so if you're worried about thinning if
you just want a nice relaxing scalp
massager this is what you're looking for
and I'm going to leave a link to the
Ladora dual Scalp and Hair Care device
in the description below so you can go
and check it out for yourself alright so
now I'm taking finasteride daily I just
take a pill before going to bed I apply
my noxidil once a day to my crown and I
massage my scalp three to four times a
week but hold on there's more I told you
I did so much research I wanted to do
everything in my power to keep my hair
in my head for as long as possible and
the results are visible so just stay
with me because these next few changes
to my habits also made a big difference
and most guys don't even think about
them until it's too late which is sad
when you start losing hair we call it
thinning and believe it or not that's
exactly what happens to the hair
follicle it starts to shrink and shrink
in size gradually until it gets so thin
that it just breaks off easily it falls
off and that's it it never comes back no
matter what you do once it's gone it's
gone so knowing that I decided to be way
more careful more delicate with my hair
especially in the danger zones and the
danger zones are your hairline all the
way to your crown back here so all
through the top here those are the
danger zones the sides and the lower
back that's not going anywhere I have an
insane amount of thick hair right here
and that's going gonna stay as a matter
of fact this is where they pull the hair
follicles from when they do a hair
transplant they literally pull from the
sides in the back and just replant them
into your scalp where those other hair
follicles once lived I'm way more
careful when I wash my hair in the
shower instead of being aggressive I
take my time I use less pressure with my
fingers to wash my hair I'm more careful
when I'm brushing my hair not to cause
any breakage when I'm blow drying I try
not to get too close to my hair so it
doesn't dry it out and damage it and I
always always apply a heat protectant
before using any heat tools like a blow
dryer and when I towel dry I always pat
dry instead of aggressively towel drying
and let me say even if you're not
thinning it's still a good idea to be
careful to not cause that breakage
broken hair doesn't look or feel as good
so if there's an easy way to prevent it
why not right and by the way if you're
enjoying this video If you learned
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good to you all you have to do is hit
that subscribe button below and leave
the rest to me I also started to
consistently take the right hair
supplements now I wasn't very consistent
with my hair vitamins before but now I
don't miss a single day and most of that
is due to the fact that I've been
testing out the new Forte gummies which
most of you know we launched a couple of
weeks ago it's just more enjoyable to
chew two tasty gummies a day than to
swallow big pills and the supplements
that you're looking for to make sure
that you have healthy strong hair will
be biotin zinc iron and vitamins b c d
and e i just sleep better at night
knowing that I'm giving my hair the best
possible chance of growing faster
thicker and stronger and speaking of
sleeping I changed all of my pillowcases
from cotton to Silk and there are three
amazing benefits of silk pillowcases one
it's a lot softer than cotton so when
you're moving at night your hair doesn't
get pulled or tugged and you lose way
less hair and causes way less breakage
as you sleep two it's better for your
skin because it's so soft and three it
feels way more luxurious than any other
pillowcase and once you try them you're
never going back I've always shared so
so much of my life here with you so this
video was important to me because I know
a lot of men struggle with hair loss and
I want you to know that there are ways
to combat hair loss it's 2023 we have a
lot of resources that can help you gain
your confidence back so I hope this
helped and I'm open to any questions
just leave a comment below and I'll try
to get to as many as possible make sure
to click that first link below to get
your ladwara device and also if you want
to know the best men's hairstyles for
2023 watch this video right here and if
you like today's video If you learned
something new then hit that subscribe
button below thank you so much for
watching and I'll see you again very
soon
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