The Michael Knowles Show "I Would Hit Myself In The Face With A Hammer" Michael & The Looksmaxxer | Clavicular
Dec 27, 2025
Explore the intriguing world of looksmaxing, where facial aesthetics gain precedence over bodybuilding. Clavicular shares his journey starting hormones at 14, alongside the risks and regrets of steroid use. The discussion dives into the halo effect of attractiveness in dating and careers, and how online platforms have intensified hypergamy. Tune in for insights on extreme cosmetic procedures, the balance between self-improvement and community, and practical tips for maintaining youthful looks.
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Looks Become The Highest-Return Self-Improvement
- Looks-maxing treats facial and bodily optimization as the highest-return self-improvement path in modern, online-driven dating markets.
- Clavicular argues the internet and social media magnify hypergamy, making looks more decisive than traditional status or wealth.
Started Testosterone At Fourteen
- Clavicular began taking exogenous testosterone at 14 to force a more masculine puberty and faster facial development.
- He continued hormone use into adulthood and now remains on TRT while acknowledging risks and trade-offs.
Manage Hormones To Avoid Side Effects
- Avoid blasting testosterone without medical understanding because it can cause hair loss, acne, and gynecomastia.
- Manage hormones carefully and consult protocols to reduce those side effects before considering anabolic use.