I am 26 and I'm balding since I was 16. I tried Minoxidil and Finasteride, and the infusions specifically did help, but I never got to a point where I stopped feeling insecure. Picrel is my hair now.
Whenever I talk to people irl about this they just say "do what would make you feel more comfortable". Of course, that's weak advice, and I can't tell if they just don't see the issue I see or if they're massive cowards. What would help me make good first impressions with women? Keep it as is, shave it or try one of those glued-on wigs.