I'm going BALD at 21

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  • čas přidán 6. 09. 2024

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  • @Griffboi117
    @Griffboi117 Před 2 lety +42

    No matter what stage of life we are in, there will always be something we find irritating to deal with about our bodies. I can't imagine how hard it might be to accept age related sarcopenia when that time comes. All we can do is live the healthiest lifestyle we can in order to maybe slow down or mediate these things. A core stoic philosophy is to only put care and thought in those things we have control over, everything else "is what it is". Focus not on changing those things you can't control, rather - focus on how best to move forward, accepting what has happened.
    I honestly never really focus on your hair unless you bring it up, and even then my focus quickly shifts away from that fact. Not that it makes how you feel any better but just know you shouldn't let yourself get caught up in insecurity because it ultimately distracts us from what you should focus on; how best to make yourself stronger, smarter, healthier, and a more loving person. Your hair (or lack of it) will never be the reason someone loves you. It will be the way you carry yourself with confidence and openness to growth in those traits I mentioned above (which is not a comprehensive list).
    Stoics do not suggest that you should just be complacent or emotionless. They encourage you to feel with every emotion that arises, but they suggest you move quickly and reasonably to step 2: what am I going to do given what has happened. Shall you be Sisyphus and continue to push the stone up a never-ending hill, or will you find new purpose in something worth your great protentional?

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 2 lety +3

      Spoken like a true poet. Thank you for the wise words 🙏
      I pinned your comment to the top so it is the first one that everyone will see.

    • @varunmukherjee9074
      @varunmukherjee9074 Před 2 lety +1

      Thank You very very much

    • @torylivingston8368
      @torylivingston8368 Před 11 měsíci

      @@SquatSimp Ask for generic Avodart. You will have to get it off label. I am ahead of the FDA on this one.

    • @torylivingston8368
      @torylivingston8368 Před 11 měsíci

      @@SquatSimp By the way, finasteride only binds to the 2nd and 3rd 5-Alpha Reductase pathways, whereas dutasteride binds to all three pathways and with much higher affinity. It is 3x more potent as a medication and cuts DHT plasma levels, the byproduct of testosterone which causes hair loss, in half by 98% and typically shows results that favor over 90% hair regrowth. Finasteride has around a 70% binding efficacy. Just thought I would let you know. Also the effects take effect quicker and hair comes in even thicker. I took finasteride too, and now am going to switch. The word needs to spread.

  • @alkispapageor
    @alkispapageor Před 2 lety +67

    I started loosing my hair when I was 17. Now I am 23. I shaved my head last year. It's ok. It is not that big of a deal after all.

    • @theunvaccinator
      @theunvaccinator Před 11 měsíci

      more hair on a pork scratching but who cares

    • @JustaKarenDiscoveredTheIntrnet
      @JustaKarenDiscoveredTheIntrnet Před 11 měsíci

      if it isnt a big deal why do u have a beard

    • @annakessler9372
      @annakessler9372 Před 11 měsíci

      @@JustaKarenDiscoveredTheIntrnet how do u know he has beard? also nowadays all guys have beard. its rare to find a clean shaven man or atleast stubble? not sure wat goes on in their head to look like terrorists. having beard is 10 time worse than being bald. when u do both imagine how creepy u will be. example : john fetterman

    • @Christian_Delgado
      @Christian_Delgado Před 11 měsíci +1

      Hell nah I care about my hair 🙃

    • @iannovak5223
      @iannovak5223 Před 11 měsíci +1

      @@Christian_DelgadoYou should. Unless you're gay or asexual and not interested in women.

  • @193ksp
    @193ksp Před rokem +26

    I started losing my hair at 18. At the time it was very traumatic. I’ve come to realize there are much bigger problems in life than losing your hair. If you’re struggling with this at a young age, just embrace it and it will get better.

  • @radioactivepotato2068
    @radioactivepotato2068 Před rokem +26

    Men become a slave to it.
    I shaved my head because I saw it coming. Getting the jump on it is probably one of the best decisions I've ever made.
    I got used to the look real quick, so did the people around me.
    The lack of maintenance is a godsend.
    I used to like a tight fade, so I was at the barbers fortnightly doing a 30 mile round trip.
    I put a few years into a beard, now I cannot imagine not shaving my head.
    I look like a different person but also feel like a different animal.
    Anyone struggling with this, I recommend trying to lean into it. When you look back, you'll be shocked at how much of your life you spent worrying about a monster of your own making.

    • @torylivingston8368
      @torylivingston8368 Před 11 měsíci

      Dutasteride is the cure. If that's how you want to look though. Own it. Not my cup of tea. Otherwise why have hair to begin with?

    • @dd7aa
      @dd7aa Před 11 měsíci

      ​@@torylivingston8368the cure? Its not a disease lol

  • @aidenmccormack6621
    @aidenmccormack6621 Před 10 měsíci +6

    I am 21 and today I was diagnosed with male pattern hair loss. This made me feel less alone with this, and hopefully this comment makes other people realize this is not as big of a deal as I originally thought it was. Cheers for the great video

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 10 měsíci

      Fantastic perspective. Thank you for the comment Aiden

  • @white3830
    @white3830 Před rokem +22

    I'm 22 and almost bald rn I'm going to shave it off.your not alone bro❤️

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před rokem +4

      Appreciate that man. The pure amount of views on a video like this is a testament to that

  • @HANKAK47
    @HANKAK47 Před rokem +10

    I had such thick hair throughout high school and would always have that "greaser" style look. The moment I went into college it all fell out. I took rogaine, i took finasteride, im trying to dermaroll, but at the end of the day im just sick of it. think its time to cut it off, but strangely I still cant get myself to do it. My hair is exactly like yours right now at 22. im also a really short guy 5'7 and felt like it was all I had to really stand out. time to hit that gym and become a bald muscle midget lol

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 11 měsíci +4

      Same here brother. Thick "greaser" look in high-school, but during college it all started to fall out (seemingly all at once). We may not be able to control our hair, but like you said, we can shape our bodies (and our minds too). Stay strong man 💪

  • @thatsgoodleche
    @thatsgoodleche Před 2 lety +13

    Well said brother, mad respect for making this. The Important thing is to take action on circumstances we can control.

  • @Baldcafe
    @Baldcafe Před rokem +4

    Welcome welcome

  • @nathanakers7594
    @nathanakers7594 Před 2 lety +9

    Hey man, I’m 21 and balding as well. Just graduated college and about to take the plunge of just cutting it off. Hope you find peace in it

  • @hendrovdm
    @hendrovdm Před 11 měsíci +7

    Started losing my hair at 18 right after high-school. Overall the thinning has slowed down now (I'm 23) but I can't put it in words how big of a mental toll it was on me throughout college. I started shaving my head at the start of this year every 3-4 so days. It was one of my big dreams to grow my blonde hair out after school. That's why it was such a big deal for me since I could no longer do something I looked forward to for so many years. I had great hair and it really gave me a lot of confidence so it's been tough getting used to the "bald" look but you eventually do get used to it. Haven't gotten any negative comments about it. I'm thinking of getting a couple of tattoos and properly bulk up my physique. I definitely think that bald guys can compensate for their lack of hair. Plenty of my friends never go to the gym and sort of suffer from a lack of ambition so I think that I can gain some ground there. You just have to work much harder to stand out but that's just how it is. A couple of times I have seen older bald guys with younger women so there is hope. You can't feel sorry for yourself forever. Either get a hair transplant or shave it off and hit the gym. Stay strong, I know what it feels like to go through this.

    • @godofwar-s5v
      @godofwar-s5v Před 11 měsíci +1

      bro i am in first year of college and 18 my hair is thinning and receding like crazy man , it sucks its just not fair

    • @OregonBassAnglers
      @OregonBassAnglers Před 11 měsíci

      @@godofwar-s5vme too bro I’m gonna try finasteride

    • @torylivingston8368
      @torylivingston8368 Před 11 měsíci

      A mental toll it was? Past tense? Dude get cured with dutasteride 0.5mg. What is with people convincing themselves mentally that what they initially think is NOT okay somehow IS magically. Nothing has to be a mental toll. Get cured.

    • @AmaiDullahan
      @AmaiDullahan Před 11 měsíci

      I've been taking vitamins more specific for hair, scalp massages and natural oils. Got a full head of wavy hair below my shoulders. Personally, it's been a huge help. Excessive? Yes, I'd say so but the work is worth it to me.
      Wishing you all the best❤

    • @torylivingston8368
      @torylivingston8368 Před 11 měsíci

      @@AmaiDullahan Yeah? well dutasteride I promise you works for everyone else, and unlike your routine which I am sure some time down the road you will be too tired for on certain days, people on the best med I promote only have to swallow a pill. Much easier.

  • @eatmydust411
    @eatmydust411 Před 2 lety +5

    You got a new subscriber brother. I can tell you’re a great human being. I hope you find a solution for your problems . I kno the feeling

  • @memefunland
    @memefunland Před 2 lety +9

    Damn bro I'm 22 and I'm balding too and i felt much better when i watched this video thanks

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 2 lety +1

      Glad I could help brother 💪 best of luck

  • @OoT_Link
    @OoT_Link Před 2 lety +17

    Tired of wearing hats literally everyday no matter where I go. If I wasn’t so young I know it wouldn’t bother me as much. Completely robbed of my youth starting at 21

  • @fisherboxingacademy
    @fisherboxingacademy Před 2 lety +6

    Brother you’re a good looking guy in great shape hair or no hair you’ll look badass 👊🏼

  • @amadsteenwerke8649
    @amadsteenwerke8649 Před 2 lety +5

    Just try shorter and shorter buzz cuts, by the time you're bald or shave your head it won't look strange.

  • @pinkmann5158
    @pinkmann5158 Před 2 lety +12

    Give fin time. It'll do its thing in due time. Don't quit minoxidil. Stay on both treatments

    • @MeirHarZion34
      @MeirHarZion34 Před 2 lety +11

      Not worth the side effects.

    • @MonsterManStan
      @MonsterManStan Před 11 měsíci +2

      There usually aren't any. I've been on it for years and have no side effects. Side effects are pretty rare and except in extremely rare circumstances go away when you stop the treatment. You might as well try. It also reduces your risk of prostate cancer lmao.

    • @BlackSkyZ2
      @BlackSkyZ2 Před 11 měsíci

      @@MonsterManStanmost men I’ve talked to have become infertile form fin. Also dht is essential for the brain as a real man, blocking it has severe long term consequences. It should be illegal in all countries.

    • @Nathan47223
      @Nathan47223 Před 10 měsíci

      @@MeirHarZion34 So saving your hair, which for many make up about 50% of their physical attractiveness, is not worth a 2% chance of side effect that will go away when you stop taking it? Your hair must carry no importance for you, which is fine of course, but thats not the case for a lot of people.

    • @MeirHarZion34
      @MeirHarZion34 Před 10 měsíci

      @@Nathan47223 much higher than 2 %

  • @GurksTheGamer
    @GurksTheGamer Před 2 lety +3

    Started at 19. It's been slow but i recently hopped on fin.

  • @suzerainDB
    @suzerainDB Před 2 lety +5

    Same shit bro, even the same pattern of hairloss, but a little more rare than you. I turned 23 this Saturday, so I bought myself a clipper as a gift, and then cut my head to 3 mm. Now I look fine, don't really care and literally became a Chad irl.

  • @johndelaney1787
    @johndelaney1787 Před 2 lety +4

    Bro! You look great! You have a good look your fit and you got a nice face. I think if you keep it. Its gonna make you look even older. Either wear it low like buzz cut or bald. But trust and believe you will look good man! Good luck!

  • @lbali2896
    @lbali2896 Před rokem +4

    My husband started balding at exactly the same age. It was rough on him, but he shaved his head and it actually suits him. He also wears nice baseball caps and beanies, which really suit him.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před rokem +7

      He's lucky to have such a supportive wife :D

    • @torylivingston8368
      @torylivingston8368 Před 11 měsíci

      Well if your husband would prefer hair like yourself, as I imagine he would want you to grow your hair back if you were the one who went bald instead, he can ask the Doctor for generic Avodart (dutasteride) off label and grow fur garden on his scalp. It doesn't have to be "rough" on anyone.

    • @BlackSkyZ2
      @BlackSkyZ2 Před 11 měsíci

      @@torylivingston8368you are living in a fantasy world hiding behind your insecurities. Time to grow out of your shell

  • @prabhatmunda3078
    @prabhatmunda3078 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Started balding at 19 now I'm 26 but still have a good amount of hair but my hairline is fcuked up, I'm at Norwood 2.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 9 měsíci +2

      Seven years of balding and only a Norwood 2, I would say you are fairing pretty well!

  • @METALADIX
    @METALADIX Před 11 měsíci +1

    That's what sucks about being bald and buff. It makes it look like you're compensating. That goes triple if you're short. I just hopped on finasteride and minoxidil and reversed my early stage balding.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 11 měsíci

      I've never thought about it that way, but perhaps other people do? Congrats on keeping your hair brother!

  • @Fletch_18
    @Fletch_18 Před 11 měsíci +1

    I feel for you, bud. Sadly, you've obviously got aggressive balding. I know it's no cocelation, but you're a good-looking bloke in good shape, so luckily, you'll pull off the look. Stay strong.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 9 měsíci

      I appreciate the comment - thank you!

  • @bennewman4675
    @bennewman4675 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I never thought I would get hair loss by only age 30. If it was to happened when they are older not young. Some people might possible not mind as much

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 3 dny

      I 100% agree. I just want to look my age.

  • @emperorscott252
    @emperorscott252 Před 11 měsíci +3

    I noticed my hairline slowly receding in my early twenties, I started taking Finasteride and using topical minoxidil when I was 27. Thankfully it made a hell of a difference.
    Three years ago I made the switch to Dutasteride and just over a week ago I made the switch to oral minoxidil. I'm 34 and my hairline is still holding up (Touch wood)
    If you can get hold of it, I'd recommend trying Dutasteride.
    I take a 0.5 mg capsule everyday.
    Good luck.

    • @riccardogentili3986
      @riccardogentili3986 Před 10 měsíci

      Huge side effects for some people. Probability is very low, yes, but taking the risk... Maybe it's not worth.

    • @emperorscott252
      @emperorscott252 Před 10 měsíci

      @@riccardogentili3986 Yeah a lot of people seem to suffer from the side effects sadly.
      Thankfully I'm one of the lucky ones so far 🤞
      But honestly, my life has got to the point where I'm willing to risk everything to save my hair. It's one of the few things in life that I've got left.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 10 měsíci

      Thank you for the comment. Hearing first hand from someone that is older than me (and susceptible to hair loss) have success with dutesteride is encouraging.

  • @jharnachowdhury3566
    @jharnachowdhury3566 Před rokem +4

    I am 20 and balding. It's ok, now it is habitable.

  • @youtuberkilledthemediastar6757

    Bro, I feel you. I'm 33, and I feel robbed. My hair was my trademark for the ladies. I am on my last threads, I'm right there where I need to shave it.

    • @lander77477
      @lander77477 Před rokem

      Just get a hair system. Its cheap, and effective. Girls get to wear high heels, pushup/padded bras, breast surgery, makeup, fake eyelashes, fake eyebrows, fake nails, dye their hair, style their hair, hair extensions, wear weaves, get botox, lip injections, face lifts, and nose jobs. Nothing wrong with leveling the playing field back in our favor a little bit

    • @repent.sinner
      @repent.sinner Před 11 měsíci

      Shave it and repent and believe the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ your willful sexual sin will take you to the lake of fire, take heed.

    • @lander77477
      @lander77477 Před 11 měsíci +2

      @@repent.sinner save your apocalyptic religious nonsense for another video

    • @repent.sinner
      @repent.sinner Před 11 měsíci

      @@lander77477 nope, you can believe it or reject it. If you dont like it then beat it👉🏻

    • @repent.sinner
      @repent.sinner Před 11 měsíci

      @@lander77477 o and same goes for you sinner.

  • @migueldelbarrio6978
    @migueldelbarrio6978 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Add tetrinoine to minoxidil, if it does not work to you is because you do not hace sulfotransferase enzyme. You can increase it by using tetrinoine cream after aplying minoxidil.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 11 měsíci +1

      Now that you mention it, I do remember MPMD saying something about an enzyme deficiency for people who are non responders to minoxidil. Thank you for the comment Miguel!

  • @raiswarnim9431
    @raiswarnim9431 Před rokem +3

    I am 29 now I am going bald but at 21 its tough

  • @adithyakrishnan6506
    @adithyakrishnan6506 Před 11 měsíci +1

    How much mg finastride did u take?

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 11 měsíci

      I was prescribed 5mg of Finasteride

  • @johannesberg8649
    @johannesberg8649 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I went bald super early. I shaved it completely for years. Then I discovered MSP- micro scalp pigmentation. It’s basically ink ‘tattooed’ on your scalp made to look like a buzzed head. It’s costly but oh so worth it. Doubting me? CZcams it.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 5 měsíci

      Nice! I am aware of it, but the frequency of the MSP needed paired with the price is what scared me away. How frequently do you have to get it done?

  • @shawnevans751
    @shawnevans751 Před rokem +4

    Thanks for the vid! At 33 I started clipping all my hair off... now I'm 46 and I'm tired of being addicted to a hat... I found a really good scalp micropigmentation artist and starting my first session this Saturday... ☺

  • @theidiotfiles9414
    @theidiotfiles9414 Před rokem +1

    My hair started falling out about 23 I shaved it problem solved 24 years later I'm still shaving it. Just take the plunge guys break out your clippers just get it done don't fight nature.

  • @apollobisaku7075
    @apollobisaku7075 Před 11 měsíci +1

    i have been balding since 14-15 i know its ridiculous... i was extremely insecure about it to the point where when wind was hitting my hair I was changing direction, constantly touching and trying to fix my hair and all those bs, last year i decided to say fuck it and shave it all of, now im 17 and relived... looking better than ever. If you think you will have trouble with attracting the ladies oh boy let me tell you i get 10x the attention from girls than i used to, its about not giving a fuck about shit you cant really control and maxing out on other attributes either physical like an aesthetic physique, a sick beard, low BF% ect aswell as becoming a mysterious charming man with a high sexual presence and aura

    • @EMPANAO321
      @EMPANAO321 Před 11 měsíci

      Yo that's crazy I wanna lose my hair, I'm not bald but I started shaving since I was 16 and now it's like part of my personality lol I think I look mean and ugly and I like that, most guys my age have long hair so it makes me different and all that, also girls look at me more, ofc it's bcs I look like a cancer patient lol, but I don't think I'll ever have problems attracting girls since I pay more attention to art than to them, I want to lose my hair so I can just shave the sides and the back of my head

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 10 měsíci

      100% the ladies dig a buzz cut especially if you have a good physique to pair it with. Thank you for sharing your experience man

  • @Desiqnify
    @Desiqnify Před 11 měsíci +3

    When you say Finasteride doesn't give you results do you mean in hair growth? Fin doesn't really grow hair but it stops you from shedding, I noticed my shedding/ hair loss stopped

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Yes you are 100% right. After the extremely poor experience with minoxidil, I was experiencing "learned helplessness" (that is why I stopped all medical treatment) but the finasteride did help.

  • @colindennis1408
    @colindennis1408 Před 11 měsíci +1

    I had a hair dresser comment that i was losing hair. Told her i was paying for a hair cut and not for her to comment on my hair or lack of. Never been back to a hair dresser since.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 10 měsíci

      I totally get that. Maybe she was trying to give you a heads up or was she saying it in a way that felt like she was calling you out? Regardless that would make me uncomfortable too

  • @crappyfellow
    @crappyfellow Před 11 měsíci +1

    You need a combined effort to stop hair loss and to regrow your hair. You should try 5% Minoxidil twice daily, 1 mg of Finasteride daily, and one session of micro-needling with a stamp (not a roller) once per week for at least 6 months before you throw in the towel. I have friends who have followed this protocol and have had amazing results. Good luck to you.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 10 měsíci

      Thank you for the comment. I tried 2/3 of the three methods you suggest over a year period without any progress unfortunately

  • @gregoryr.959
    @gregoryr.959 Před 11 měsíci +1

    You're a good looking guy my friend...having a shaved head with your looks won't hurt you a bit!

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 10 měsíci

      I appreciate the kind words! I tried a shaved head after this video was released. Please refer to my video if you are interested in how I felt about that experience

  • @mrclipent3708
    @mrclipent3708 Před 11 měsíci

    Bro go to Turkey. I did and i am pleased. 3600 grafts placed in the same area on my scalp as you are experiencing hair loss. You won't regret it.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 9 měsíci +1

      I got 3000 grafts at Turkey a few months ago per your recommendation and many more. Stay posted for the results

  • @jaggerbushOG
    @jaggerbushOG Před měsícem +1

    Hats is a poor way of coping. Youll become more and more attached to it. Being away from your hat (weddings for example) will exponentially more difficult as youve grown "addicted" to your hat.
    Ive never known a person who has shaved their head to look back on their hat phase with joy. Every picture of them is with a hat and they regret it. Some men get so attached to it, they wont step outside to get the mail without it. This is just bad bad advice. Since this is already 2 years old, ill be curious as to how you feel about it now....

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 3 dny

      I agree. Hats are just a Band-Aid and like a Band-Aid it can be easily removed exposing what is underneath. Perhaps a tophat or fedora would do for the wedding? 🤣
      In all seriousness, yes people wear hats typically because they feel they "need to", especially when it gets to the extreme that you mention, where they won't leave the house without one. Thank you for your comment 🙏

  • @easontv3892
    @easontv3892 Před rokem

    Hey Michael, When you say finasteride it’s not clear whether you used a generic or the brand name propecia. If you haven’t I would give propecia a try. When I switched to the generic my hair loss resumed. When I switched back it stabilized. They try to tell you it’s the same but it’s not. Your at a point where you could get most all your hair back. I hope this message reaches you. Good luck

  • @mase202
    @mase202 Před 11 měsíci +2

    does finasteride cause high grade prostate cancer? i was going to get on it but my dermatologist denied me my prescription for that reason.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 9 měsíci +1

      A dermatologist would certainly know more on this topic than I do, but a quick Google search revealed this:
      "Through its effect on hormonal (estrogens vs. androgens) balance and immune surveillance of tumor cells, finasteride increases the risk of prostate cancer."
      www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2840927/#:~:text=Through%20its%20effect%20on%20hormonal,of%20estrogen%20excess%20over%20androgens.
      I did not know that lol. Good to know!

  • @thavapriyan363
    @thavapriyan363 Před 3 měsíci

    How do I grow eyebrows? im 16 and get made fun of because of my hair loss and the only thing that would make me feel better is growing my invisible eyebrows from birth btw but to at least make me look a bit handsome, i also wear caps like you, im really inspired and thankful that there are more people like me

  • @felas77
    @felas77 Před 2 lety +7

    I shaved my head at 21 . Worked out , grew a beard and ladies loved it .

  • @batmore1
    @batmore1 Před 11 měsíci +1

    You are handsome and in great shape, those things alone will put you in the top 5 per cent of hot guys hair or no hair.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 9 měsíci +1

      I appreciate it man. Playing to my strengths and only concerning myself with controlling the controllables

  • @daboxermacc2190
    @daboxermacc2190 Před rokem

    I'm 24 and my hairline is receding, I still have a decent amount of hair. But the fact my hairline is receding is messing with my confidence. I'm getting a haircut next month, and I'm gonna keep it short. No more long hair for me🙏💯

  • @richardevans7035
    @richardevans7035 Před rokem

    A clean fade on the sides and number 4 or 5 Guard on top will look great on you, I'm 43 and balding and I hate it

  • @ofangelicparagonsvirtuouse5829

    I'm like shiny head bald and finasteride made me get back and shoulder hair like a gorilla so now I'm really screwed I hate it. And sir you would look harass bald with more of a tan I wish I was you! or an smp for you would be cheap cause your like NORAD 3

  • @akashcovers
    @akashcovers Před rokem +2

    Bald fam.... Damn we would make some sick gangsters!!!!

  • @dualscreengrant
    @dualscreengrant Před 2 lety +6

    I think you didn't give finasteride and minoxidil enough time. They might not regrow hair, but they usually prevent further hair loss. I was in a similar situation because my hair loss started when I was 19, and I started using finasteride when I was 20. It was going well for 16 years, but then I started losing hair again when I was 36. Now I'm 38 and use oral dutasteride and oral minoxidil. My new treatments haven't helped to regrow all of the hair I lost, but there's noticeable improvement. I had been shaving to a guard 0 or guard 1 during the summer, which is a good option for diffuse thinners. But it's hard to maintain a shaved head, and in my case, it didn't look good at all. I started using hair fibers when my hair grew slightly longer, and that works really well as a short-term cosmetic solution.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 2 lety +1

      I tried both options for roughly a year, but unfortunately saw no results.
      I think that the lack in progress was more of an enzyme shortcoming than a consistency one. "More Plates More Dates"(YT channel I recommend) has talked about this in more depth.
      You are right it is possibly I didn't do it long enough, but after a year of use I had to admit to myself that it wasn't working, so I stopped. Thank you for sharing your experience and commenting your thoughts man 🙏

    • @pinkmann5158
      @pinkmann5158 Před 2 lety

      @@SquatSimp you can use tretinoin to enhance the action of the enzyme that converts minoxidil to its active form minoxidil sulfate. Tretinoin turns non responders to responders

  • @deadscene1
    @deadscene1 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Simple if you taking finasteride , even if you stop it , you won't see rapid hairloss , but you take this minoxidil (especially the spray one) if you stop it all your hair gonna fall down really fast, so if fact the only viable option is finasteride (the worst side effect is that you may not get errection but that is really low chance) that's said i have a long hair (33yr old and i style it alot ) and just on one spot is getting really thin , so since i start taking finasteride few times a week from the last year i don't see any hairloss anymore ,

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 10 měsíci

      Congrats on the success with finasteride man! When it comes to topical minoxidil vs finasteride, I definitely think finasteride is better

  • @abinashrokka1183
    @abinashrokka1183 Před rokem +3

    21 and turning 22 and already lost half of my hairs

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 11 měsíci +1

      It seems to be more common than I initially thought to be honest. I know that doesn't make it any better (i.e. how you feel about it), but know you are not alone. There's a ton of us like you struggling with the same issues. We should all lean on one another for help and navigate this life struggle together

    • @Fekuchand_
      @Fekuchand_ Před 11 měsíci

      भाई अविनाश अब बाल कैसे है

    • @Fekuchand_
      @Fekuchand_ Před 11 měsíci

      Dawai lete nahi ka

    • @AmaiDullahan
      @AmaiDullahan Před 11 měsíci +1

      Increase vitamin intake of collagen, biotin and fish oil as well as all the other ones. Serums and scalp massage as well. Oh and stress, try to relax as stress will do you no favors.
      Been doing it for 6 months, hair is full and long (girls with short hair hate me now since I have waves in mine😅).
      Hope this info helps!

    • @abinashrokka1183
      @abinashrokka1183 Před 11 měsíci

      @@Fekuchand_ nahi leta

  • @noktasifir3725
    @noktasifir3725 Před 11 měsíci +1

    if you shed when using finasteride, it means that it is working

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 9 měsíci

      I didn't shed with finasteride (if memory serves). It was minoxidil that caused the shedding, except that it wasn't a phase because I lack a specific enzyme (sulfotransferase enzyme SULT1A1), so the hair loss was permanent and actually made my condition significantly worse

  • @ineyvibes474
    @ineyvibes474 Před 2 lety +4

    You literally had a glowup.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 2 lety

      Hahaha thank you, I appreciate it. Just trying to be better than I was yesterday.

  • @JustinTunley
    @JustinTunley Před 11 měsíci

    Made that journey more years ago than I'd like to admit. Since then worked my way down the numbers from a No 4 trim to a 5/8" full hollow ground razor. It's incredibly practical (given the odd hat to adapt to the weather). Today, if my hair did come back, I'm not sure if I'd stop shaving it back.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 9 měsíci

      Very interesting. Thank you for the comment Justin!

  • @bennewman4675
    @bennewman4675 Před 4 měsíci +1

    If they stop using minidill after they get there hair back. But use hair loss shampoo will that stop them going as bald as they was before? Or if they cut down to only using minxidill twice a week but use hair loss shampoo as well. Will that stop them going as bald as they was?

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 3 dny

      I don't think anything can "stop" you from going bald, but there are different methods to delaying it as long as possible. This could be wrong, but it is my understanding that... finasteride helps maintain hair, minoxidil helps with increasing the thickness of the hair and potentially regrowing some hair back. Minoxidil is now offered in pill form, so if you were going to take it: I would definitely take the pill over the foam. As always, consult a doctor before following any of this - I am just a bald guy on the internet sharing my experience and opinions. Thank you for your question

  • @sarcasticsagar
    @sarcasticsagar Před 11 měsíci +1

    Me too brother

  • @user-wj4sc3zk1k
    @user-wj4sc3zk1k Před rokem

    In great shape

  • @KingdomScorned
    @KingdomScorned Před 11 měsíci

    I feel for you, I started balding at 19. My dermatologist didn’t prescribe me with finasteride when I saw him and it took years until services like Keeps and Hims were around.
    Add mirconeedling to your regimen and you’ll see much more regrowth from minoxidil when it’s in combination. Most non responders or minimally responsive see much better results that way.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Thank you for the comment. I have definitely been considering microneedling. Although I think I would do it in isolation... do you know how effective that would be?

    • @KingdomScorned
      @KingdomScorned Před 9 měsíci

      @@SquatSimp it varies from person to person. Though from what I’ve seen with research there’s a good chance it will at least improve with regrowing some hair. Though with hair restoration, attacking it from multiple angles is always the best with treatments that have different mechanisms of action, LLLT(laser caps and brushes) show an efficacy that of the same or more than minoxidil does and its non invasive and there’s no sides. I’d say both of those are worth trying since you’re only taking financial risks as opposed to and possible medical risks involved with minoxidil and finasteride. Consistency is 100% key just like lifting though, if you have decided you want to fight this, it’s a long and difficult journey, but like everyone says, the sooner you start the better. Good luck bro, and it’s no shame in both fighting it or accepting it, you have to decide that for yourself which you prefer to do.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 9 měsíci

      @KingdomScorned makes sense! I know Derek from More Plate More Dates bought the most expensive home treatment kit via light therapy for hair regrowth, but I saw no improvement with it... so I'll probably save my money on that front and go straight to microneedling only instead

  • @jm7804
    @jm7804 Před 11 měsíci +1

    The culture of putdowns is so common place nowadays. I'm not surprised that there are people who take the opportunity to make fun of the situation. Brothers are the absolute worst. I think you handled it well. Tell them it bothers you. They will say you're being sensitive. Admit you are and leave it at that. If they persist, stop hanging out with them. When they're ready to mature you'll be more than happy to start hanging out again. Same with family. Bro, you're too negative. I don't want to be around your energy.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 9 měsíci

      I agree, but my family is in a special category for me and the hassling isn't that bad. I've grown thicker skin with time which I think is for the best because I can't ever get that lost time back with them.

  • @liberalartsguy2982
    @liberalartsguy2982 Před 11 měsíci

    You can use hair fibers to hide thinning. I am balding it’s hard. Finasteride Is more to stop balding then it to grow hair. That’s why you didn’t see results on finasteride

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 8 měsíci

      Good advice. The only reason I haven't used hair fibers is that it dries out your hair, right? I'm afraid putting more chemicals in my hair will only make it worse

  • @ha-kh7ef
    @ha-kh7ef Před rokem +2

    I've been bad since 21. I'm 23 now and decided to see what my hair looks like so i'm regrowing it

    • @AmaiDullahan
      @AmaiDullahan Před 11 měsíci +1

      Good luck friend❤

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 9 měsíci

      How did it look man? Did you keep it long or cut it short again?

  • @krissanders987
    @krissanders987 Před 6 měsíci

    22 when I went balding, 24 completely bald. I tried to help it sooo much

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 5 měsíci

      It's a tough (and never end battle) for you and I. Did you end up committing to the buzz cut or go a different route?

  • @bennewman4675
    @bennewman4675 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Have you trued using hair loss shampoos?

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 3 dny

      I've been trying a hair loss conditioner, but not specifically a hair loss shampoo. Have you?

  • @chisomogbonna7743
    @chisomogbonna7743 Před rokem

    Sigh! I started balding at 17 I think... I just started randomly getting harsh comments from my friends at that time my receeding hairline and it made me feel really insecure... I was really depressed about it honestly, started putting on caps then eventually went on to headwarmers. I literally cannot step outside without my headwarmer... I also used this avenue to get rid of my hair or just cut it really low, it tends to even out when its really low... With time, I got okay with it on me.

    • @matrxzeno4761
      @matrxzeno4761 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Nice man yeah I'm gonna just start cutting it shorter and shorter. And to be honest, short hair feels really nice and clean.

  • @parker940
    @parker940 Před 11 měsíci

    22 balding too G. You’ve got a good facial structure so you would look good regardless.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 9 měsíci

      I appreciate it man. I'm sure people say the same thing about you!

  • @brucemacaulay3127
    @brucemacaulay3127 Před 2 lety +1

    You look great

  • @2010hotmale2010
    @2010hotmale2010 Před 11 měsíci

    You are EFFFFIN GORGEOUS

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 8 měsíci +1

      I appreciate the uplifting words 2010

  • @sleepswithnopillow8413
    @sleepswithnopillow8413 Před 2 lety +2

    Go to turkey for a hair transplant that way you don’t have to use chemicals that don’t really work. Trust me it’s worth it. I recommend GMH Istanbul lol changed my life. Don’t have to wear hats that don’t even suit my head and I’m a sweaty guy so that made it all the worse.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 2 lety +2

      Don't they recommend you use pharmaceuticals after the transplant to maintain the hair density?

    • @sleepswithnopillow8413
      @sleepswithnopillow8413 Před 2 lety +2

      @@SquatSimp yes they do but it’s not completely necessary the transplanted hairs will not fall out once transplanted. Unlike my blonde hair your type of hair will yield good results the darker haired people always seem to get the best results.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 2 lety +1

      @@sleepswithnopillow8413 I've looked into it quite extensively today since you mentioned it. It looks like a decent option! More affordable than procedures in the US, from what I can find their clinics are sanitary, informative, and yield good results and happy patients.
      Would you be willing to upload before and after pictures of your own onto imgur to share?

    • @sleepswithnopillow8413
      @sleepswithnopillow8413 Před 2 lety +1

      @@SquatSimp yea I’ve looked into it for a good 5 years before going ahead with it. In my opinion Turkey seems to have more experience then other countries I think because the cheaper price attracts more clients. Yea places like the USA and the UK are double if not triple the price.

    • @BlackKaizer-hj5hl
      @BlackKaizer-hj5hl Před rokem +1

      I’ll be in turkey in about 5 years or so 😂

  • @SwagHyde
    @SwagHyde Před 11 měsíci +1

    I knew I would be balding
    Both sides of my family have men with a lot of balding
    I'm 21 and my hairline is not the best
    I'm not really thinning but it's thinner on the hairline
    I do have long hair so I can't know how bad it really is lol
    I'm not gonna hide it
    I don't want to get any treatment for it
    I'll keep my long hair until it looks bad and get buzzcuts until I die I guess

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 10 měsíci

      Respect. Thank you for the comment Swag. I hope you have a full head of hair through old age 💪

  • @lisacarnahan4493
    @lisacarnahan4493 Před 2 lety +5

    I think your personality makes up for your lack of hair tenfold!

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 2 lety

      Lol thanks. I realize hair isn't everything, but it contributes a lot to someone's appearance and it was a vulnerability I wanted to share on the channel as I am beginning to come to terms with it. It is also something I figured people may search, so it may help bring traffic to the channel similar to the thin ankles skinny wrist videos.

  • @maxmeeks9910
    @maxmeeks9910 Před 11 měsíci

    Also, testosterone boosters can make hair fall out. If your taking a supplement, pay attention. Is it worth it?

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 11 měsíci

      Max I appreciate your comment, but where did you read that testosterone boosters can make your hair fall out? It is my understand that the majority of US legal testosterone boosters are simply libido enhancers

    • @maxmeeks9910
      @maxmeeks9910 Před 11 měsíci

      @@SquatSimp I'm no doctor, but the guy in the video link below is.
      czcams.com/video/XYq7mWDcfdc/video.htmlsi=lzwomnKyGea98FsG

    • @Nathan47223
      @Nathan47223 Před 10 měsíci

      @@SquatSimp more testosterone = potentially more DHT, which you probably know is what causes hair loss if out are genetically predisposed.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 9 měsíci

      Max thank you for the comment. The doctor in this video is specifically talking about TRT (also known as HRT). This is not the same as test boosters which are commonly found in supplement stores.

  • @joeblogs-vx4ep
    @joeblogs-vx4ep Před 7 měsíci

    Doint wear a hat if your going thin on top
    Shave off the remaining hair
    Own it loud and proud .....

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 5 měsíci

      Fair advice, but hair aside the aesthetic of a hat is quite appealing, no?

  • @jean-luc5487
    @jean-luc5487 Před 11 měsíci

    I'm 19 and think I started receding at about 15 or 16.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 9 měsíci +1

      My younger brother's temples started receding sooner than mine and much more aggressively too. He is twenty-four now and his hair loss has "stopped" for the meantime, so there is still hope for you!

  • @romanz9022
    @romanz9022 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Bro buzz cut the hair you got the facial structure that works with a buzz

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 11 měsíci

      I rocked a buzz cut for a couple months after three video actually! Checkout my video "I Went Bald at 24"

  • @dylananderson20023
    @dylananderson20023 Před rokem

    Same with me i used minoxidil but haven't seen any results but rather i think it's making things worse

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 9 měsíci

      Sorry to hear that man. Have you tried other intervention methods in the last ten months and if so what was your experience with that?

  • @capo4ever334
    @capo4ever334 Před 11 měsíci

    I’m on finasteride and my hair is fine. Some guys just can’t tolerate the rise in estrogen and some can.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 8 měsíci

      Yep you are right, everyone responds differently to the medication. That is something I don't think most people want to recognize when they say, "I know X and it worked (or didn't work) for them"

  • @NAVEENCHAURASIYAA
    @NAVEENCHAURASIYAA Před rokem

    Here it comes

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 9 měsíci

      Here what comes? The balding?

  • @ManjeetSingh-rc8du
    @ManjeetSingh-rc8du Před 11 měsíci

    is hair transplant risky? why don't u opt for it?

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 11 měsíci

      A hair transplant has inherent risks as it is a head surgery, but I actually did opt for it. You can see that video on my channel if you would like to give it a peek!

  • @maddgun
    @maddgun Před rokem

    I'm 39 and been balding since early 30s. It sucks

    • @lander77477
      @lander77477 Před rokem +1

      Just get a hair system. Its cheap, and effective. Girls get to wear high heels, pushup/padded bras, breast surgery, makeup, fake eyelashes, fake eyebrows, fake nails, dye their hair, style their hair, hair extensions, wear weaves, get botox, lip injections, face lifts, and nose jobs. Nothing wrong with leveling the playing field back in our favor a little bit

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 11 měsíci

      What have you done to try to combat it, if you don't mind me asking

  • @bradleywyatt3244
    @bradleywyatt3244 Před rokem +1

    I'm starting to go bald and in single but I know I'm still attractive

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před rokem +1

      The ladies don't stand a chance man!

  • @nalujllovmmuts2380
    @nalujllovmmuts2380 Před rokem

    finasteride is not supposed to regrow anything. It keeps your hair, so it worked for you

  • @maxmeeks9910
    @maxmeeks9910 Před 11 měsíci

    Use shaving cream instead of shampoo. Companies need to sell razors, nothing better supports Thick Thick hair growth than the very cream used before shaving. You're welcome.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 11 měsíci

      Shaving cream increases hair growth are you saying?

    • @maxmeeks9910
      @maxmeeks9910 Před 11 měsíci

      @@SquatSimp If there was something that dissolved grease opening up pores and allowing maximum hair growth, I think razor producers would choose that as shaving preparation for their intelligent customer base.

  • @HairTransplantNetwork
    @HairTransplantNetwork Před 11 měsíci +1

    Michael,
    I started losing my hair at 21 as well. Get on medication ASAP. Forget the horror stories you read online. There are other options like topical finasteride/dutasteride. You can save your hair!

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 10 měsíci

      Thank you for the comment. Unfortunately, my body did not respond well to the medication. More information on my channel if you are interested in watching it and giving your impression

    • @HairTransplantNetwork
      @HairTransplantNetwork Před 10 měsíci

      @@SquatSimp
      I got bad sides from oral finasteride. Switched to topical and it’s much better. Have you tried a topical?

  • @yordanosabebaw767
    @yordanosabebaw767 Před 11 měsíci +1

    same age same problem

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 11 měsíci

      You are not alone. There are more people like us than we initially think there are. Hope you are doing well man

  • @mscking1688
    @mscking1688 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Thanks ;/

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 10 měsíci

      Yessir! Happy to help 😊

  • @jesuseduardoguevaranobriga1315
    @jesuseduardoguevaranobriga1315 Před 11 měsíci +1

    I don't want to be disrespectful. Are you on the juice or something? That would be a good reason.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 11 měsíci

      I appreciate the questions Jesus! I am not. I have thought about it many times in the past, but when I started losing my hair, I decided to stay away (because it would only make it worse).

    • @jesuseduardoguevaranobriga1315
      @jesuseduardoguevaranobriga1315 Před 11 měsíci +1

      @@SquatSimp I thought about the same thing. I'm 29 and still have my hair but most my relatives lost their hair already. So I stopped thinking about getting PED's even though I'm way too skinny and can't get bigger. Have a good one, bro. I like your content!🤟

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 11 měsíci +1

      @jesuseduardoguevaranobriga1315 I appreciate the kind words Jesus. I'm sure you are not as thin as you think you are, and if you are you can definitely get bigger naturally!

  • @MoparMafia5.7
    @MoparMafia5.7 Před rokem

    Testosterone does that it did me too … deca test dbol really started on the delete tune lmao 😢

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 8 měsíci

      I'm not taking deca, test, or dbol, but I could definitely see how those compounds could make the condition worse. Best of luck man

  • @natemielke9554
    @natemielke9554 Před 2 lety +2

    Aye bro LeBron James had some hairline issues and figured it out so don’t lose hope 🙏

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 2 lety +4

      Dang you are right. Lebron and Elon Musk are the two biggest celebrity hairline transformations I know of

    • @BOOMBOOM-jc2vn
      @BOOMBOOM-jc2vn Před 2 lety

      @@SquatSimp bro personally i've dealt with this too and right now im currently planning for a hair transplant, you should consider one too if you actually feel like your hair is crucial to you

  • @tusharchandra5717
    @tusharchandra5717 Před rokem

    I love You

  • @Br4vehe4rt
    @Br4vehe4rt Před rokem

    The only thing you can control is how you REACT

  • @Shallowballow
    @Shallowballow Před rokem +1

    Still no results on finsatirde ?

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před rokem

      I ran finasteride for ~9 months. I recuperated some density, but most of it was from the horrible damage the topical minoxidil caused. If I had to go back I would honestly do neither, but if I had to choose.... finasteride I saw progress with whereas topical minoxidil I did not

    • @Shallowballow
      @Shallowballow Před rokem

      @@SquatSimp like are u saying that caused more baldness for you ?

    • @Shallowballow
      @Shallowballow Před rokem

      Did u do it then quit an try again?

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před rokem

      @@Shallowballow Negative. I used minoxidil first then toward the tail end of my use with that had overlap with finasteride for 3 months then continued just finasteride for several months.

    • @Shallowballow
      @Shallowballow Před rokem

      @@SquatSimp so u think it done mor damage than helped ?(finastride)

  • @michalopaleny9553
    @michalopaleny9553 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Just shave your head man, i was doing the same as you while going shorter and shorter until i just used zero and never looked back.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 10 měsíci

      Respect. I tried the bald cut for a while (actually made a video about it too if you are interested in viewing it)

  • @Eric-ph4yw
    @Eric-ph4yw Před 11 měsíci

    finasteride is mandatory. You absolutely need to take that period. It appears from your hair you have pretty good donor hair for a transplant. Yea it sucks but it's worth it. I've had many. Don't be a just shave it bro. You can slow this down dramatically. good luck!

  • @henryconner780
    @henryconner780 Před 11 měsíci

    I’m using treatment for it now

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 9 měsíci

      Hey Henry! How has treatment been going for you in the last two months?

    • @henryconner780
      @henryconner780 Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@SquatSimp hey bro it has done a lot. I have responded really well to it. I’m 3 months in very happy w results. All about consistency and trusting the process. When I started using it my hair loss accelerated a lot which is supposed to happen. But trust the process! It’s certainly been a stressful few months but I got a lot of my confidence back now.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 9 měsíci

      @henryconner780 That's awesome man! Congrats

    • @henryconner780
      @henryconner780 Před 9 měsíci

      @@SquatSimp thanks man. If you are thinking of trying it lmk if u have questions

  • @rotteclaw234
    @rotteclaw234 Před 2 lety +1

    Honestly, yea the hairloss is getting bad. Before you opt into hardcore solutions, like a transplant or more aggressive drugs (non-FDA) at least try the buzz/bald look. It's rough, but honestly, you are hot af and look masculine af so i think it will actually look very good. Just know a hairtransplant isnt an ideal solution as well and can have many downsides, so research the ups and downs very well before jumping into the plane to turkey.

  • @evasta9850
    @evasta9850 Před 2 lety

    Get a hair transplant in turkey brother, 5 k usd and he will fill your hair to the max🙏🏼

  • @no89lan3
    @no89lan3 Před 2 lety

    You're really handsome, you could totally look good with a shaved head if you ever decide.

  • @kaleoy7584
    @kaleoy7584 Před 11 měsíci

    You're still handsome.

    • @SquatSimp
      @SquatSimp  Před 10 měsíci

      Thank you. I appreciate that