Hair transplant blog

Minoxidil is a product that men have used to combat male and female pattern baldness for years now and, since it's such a popular treatment, you may be interested to know if the product can be used to promote hair growth on any other…

Noticing a receding hairline at any age can be stressful. If you're only 20 and you spot the signs of a receding hairline, it can be especially worrying. This may bring up questions like: How soon will your balding become noticeable? How…

Given that over 85% of men [1] and 55% [2] of women experience hair loss in their lifetime, finding a hair growth treatment that works can be a great relief. Studies have shown Minoxidil to be very effective against androgenetic…

Scalp folliculitis, according to the NHS, is usually not serious, though it often causes pain, inflammation and itchiness. It is a common scalp problem that can occur in people of any age or gender, however some are more predisposed to…

Nearly 50% of men will have difficulties growing a full beard. To those who have no issues with facial hair, this may not sound like a huge deal or even a blessing not having to battle with a razor everyday…

FUE and FUT patients should avoid alcohol for 7 days after a hair transplant to promote graft survival, reduce bleeding, and support healing. Alcohol can thin the blood, increase inflammation, and delay recovery, which raises risks such as infection or…

Hair shedding is a normal part of life. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, it’s normal to shed between 50 and 100 hairs per day [1] as part of your normal hair growth cycle. However, you may notice the…

If you’re one of the 85% of men globally who are affected by hair loss, you’ve probably heard of an array of products that claim to prevent baldness and promote healthy hair growth [1]. Although male pattern baldness is something…

Hair loss is something that many of us will have to deal with at some point in our lifetimes. Whether it's the first signs of a receding hairline, or you start to lose hair due to stress, it's something that most…

England right-back Kyle Walker is known for his speed, agility, and commanding presence on the pitch. But when it comes to his hair, there’s some speculation he might not have always been so confident. Like many men with male pattern baldness,…

Looking for a new short hairstyle to refresh your look? We’ve collated 61 of the best short hairstyles for women over 50. According to our hair loss specialists, each of these styles can help you look and feel more confident…

Anaemia is a very common condition, affecting 2 billion people worldwide [1]. It is known to cause a range of symptoms and produce a wide range of health complications. But could iron deficiency anaemia cause hair loss?Certain forms of anaemia…

Finasteride is a drug used to treat male pattern baldness, also known as androgenetic alopecia. Both topical and oral versions are available, but oral tablets are by far the most popular. In fact, Finasteride tablets are the most commonly prescribed…

Waking up in the morning to find that you have suddenly greasy hair can be very frustrating, especially if you've just washed it. But you may be relieved to know that there are many reasons your scalp may be oily…

Indian superstar Salman Khan was once ranked among the world’s top 10 most handsome men by People Magazine [1]. However, he has struggled with hair loss for decades. While the actor has always kept this aspect of his life private,…

Graft security is a key milestone in hair transplant recovery. This is the point at which your grafts are secure enough that you can return to most of your daily activities. For most people, grafts are secure 10-14 days post-hair…

Whether you’ve had a bad haircut or an alopecia flare-up, it’s common to want rapid hair regrowth. Around one-third of women [18] and 95% of men [19] experience hair loss at some point in their lives, and it's natural to…

Almost all hair restoration surgery patients experience some hair transplant side effects, whether it’s soreness and scabbing after a hair transplant, or complications like infection. Serious complications are rare, as hair transplants are generally very safe.However, some studies have found…

Thinking about donating your hair to make a real hair wig? It’s a great way to support people who’ve lost their hair due to health conditions like cancer and alopecia. Hair donations are used to create realistic human hair wigs and…

Teenage hair loss is more common than you may think. Around 25% of men with male pattern baldness start losing their hair before the age of 21 [1], and between 15.5% and 38.5% of teenagers worldwide experience hair loss [2].…

Stress likely speeds up existing greying rather than causing it outright, but it’s true that emotional turmoil can lead to changes in your hair colour. Research suggests stress can accelerate greying by depleting the stem cells in your hair follicles…

There is growing evidence that platelet-rich plasma (PRP) hair treatments can curb hair loss and improve its density in male and female pattern baldness and other types of alopecia [1]. Studies report a 7.29/10 patient satisfaction rate with this form…

More than 85% of men [1] and 55% of women [2] experience hair loss at some point in life. While this is a very common phenomenon, it can also be distressing, so scientists are always searching for new treatments and…

If you are searching for the best shampoo for thinning hair, you may be one of the 85% of men or 55% of women who experience hair loss during their lifetime [1][2].  Or perhaps you are not even sure whether…

It’s unusual for transplanted hair grafts to fall out a year after a hair transplant, but it can happen. Hair shedding at this point is normally due to native hair loss or another type of alopecia, which can be triggered…

As a woman, your hair can be essential to your self-esteem. So if you start to spot hair thinning in the front along your hairline, it can be a massive blow to your confidence.Up to 38% of women with healthy…

If you are one of the 200-500.000 trans people in the UK [2], you may have considered a transgender hair transplant to complete your gender affirmation process. If so, you are not the only one. People who transition from male…

Hair transplant procedures are no longer reserved for the rich and famous. There’s been a rise of 152% in the number of hair transplant operations being performed globally over the last 12 years [1]. With affordable hair restoration clinics now…