"We're at the reunion, Mike, take your hat off!" - I chuckled and replied, "I just like my look with it on."
But that wasn't the whole truth.
After years of struggling with thinning hair, the idea of showing my bald spots at social gatherings filled me with dread.
Every office party or family event became a new challenge in hiding my hair loss.
Despite trying various supplements and topical solutions, nothing seemed to halt the progression. The hair just kept thinning, and I started to resign myself to a future of baldness.
In desperation, I scoured online forums and tried every suggested remedy, from caffeine-infused shampoos to scalp massages with essential oils. However, most treatments either had no visible effect or came with unpleasant side effects, like scalp irritation.
Feeling increasingly frustrated and hopeless, I posted on a health focused group asking if anyone had any recommendations.