Hair transplant blog

Jack Grealish’s thick, perfectly coiffed mane is the envy of men throughout the UK. He’s known for his distinctive style as much as his football skills, and it’s no surprise many people want to recreate his haircut for themselves. For some…

Professionals and individuals have long discussed the connection between a lack of sleep and hair loss. It is well known that sleep deprivation is detrimental to health, but is hair loss one of the many results of prolonged lack of…

Both Keeps and Hims are well known in the world of men's health and products. But which of these brands would win in a Keeps vs Hims best choice for hair loss treatment contest? It is difficult to say, as the…

The market value of aloe vera skin and hair products reached over $1.2 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach $1.9 billion by 2031 [1]. And that’s not surprising. Science shows that using aloe vera for hair health can…

If you have a big forehead, there are many things you can do to cover it or make it smaller. You can wear bangs, get forehead reduction surgery or opt for a hairline-lowering hair transplant. However, if you were born…

If you’re tracking your hair growth, you may wonder how long it may take to see specific results. For example, how long does hair grow in 6 months? How fast your hair grows depends on factors such as genetics, age,…

Hair loss is a common concern among women, and hormonal fluctuations during pregnancy and breastfeeding can exacerbate this condition. Minoxidil, a vasodilator medication commonly used to treat androgenetic alopecia, has gained attention as a potential solution for women experiencing hair…

Innovative hair growth therapies have emerged in the past years, hoping to ease the burden of over 85% of men [1] and 55% of women [2] who experience hair loss at some point in life. PRP hair treatments have been…

Rogaine is one of the most popular hair loss treatments on the market. It's a topical solution for hair loss that can be purchased over-the-counter. Its active ingredient is Minoxidil, a proven treatment for hair loss. With so many different hair…

You may have read about unwanted finasteride side effects such as erectile dysfunction, depression or infertility and wondered whether Finasteride is worth it. However, it is the most prescribed hair loss medication in the world for a good reason. Ample…

A widow’s peak is a type of hairline that forms a V-shaped point in the centre of your forehead. Although it’s sometimes confused as a sign of hair loss, a widow’s peak is in fact a normal genetic trait [1]…

Anabolic steroids, often referred to simply as "steroids", are usually taken for building muscle mass. Anabolic steroids are structurally similar to testosterone, and some behave in a similar way. So you may be worried that taking steroids can lead to…

Hair breakage is a common problem. With so many styling practices now available, it’s no surprise women’s hair is so vulnerable to snapping off mid-strand. But this can sometimes lead to frizzy broken hair on top of the head, which…

In 2025, Finasteride costs between £11 and £60 per prescription. This depends on the dosage, pack size, pharmacy, and whether you opt for topical or oral Finasteride. In this guide, you’ll learn all about the cost of Finasteride for hair…

Keeping up with the latest eyebrow trends can be exhausting. What’s more, you might eventually realise that all that time spent plucking, shaping and shading your brows wasn’t worth it when you look at photos of brows gone by. This…

Hair transplants are usually unsuitable for alopecia areata patients, mainly due to unpredictable flare-ups and the possibility of spontaneous regrowth. In both cases, patients are likely to get unsatisfactory results from a hair transplant, so symptom management for alopecia areata…

Many online sources say that olive oil is good for hair growth. After all, it has a wide range of beneficial properties as it contains antioxidants [1], anti-inflammatory[2] and antimicrobial agents [3]. So it would not be hard to fathom…

The average healthy human hair density is approximately 200 strands for every square centimetre of scalp [1]. However, hair density is influenced by many factors and can vary over time. Keeping track of your hair fullness can help you determine…

Being unable to grow a full, healthy beard can be distressing for men and negatively impact how they are socially perceived [1]. If you’ve decided to fix your beard bald spots surgically, you are likely eager to learn all about…

While there is no evidence of a direct relationship between magnesium and hair loss, when a magnesium inadequacy occurs, it can have a significant impact on your hair health. When we think of hair thinning, we mainly consider different types…

While hair loss can be unsettling, it is also a common phenomenon. 85% of men [1] and 55% of women [2] experience it at some point in their lives, and it doesn’t always have to lead to balding. A good…

It’s generally safe for hair transplant patients to wear a loose-fitting hat around 10 days after your procedure, as long as you’ve had a smooth recovery with no complications. But some patients are advised to wait longer, and there are…

So far, there is no permanent baldness cure for the 85% of men and 55% of women who experience hair loss over the course of their lifetime [1][2]. However, research into innovative solutions to cure baldness is developing every day.From…

Masturbation has been blamed for lots of ailments throughout history, including blindness, fertility problems, and hair loss [1-2]. But even though these myths are still around in the 21st century, they’re not based in fact.There’s no scientific evidence to suggest…

Having a messed up hairline can have a serious impact on your self-confidence. It can make you want to hide your hair or face, inadvertently drawing attention to your problematic hairline.Whether you have a mature or receding hairline, a failed…

Male pattern baldness is the most common hair loss condition in the world. While there's still no cure for baldness, there are now some very successful hair loss treatments on the market, including Finasteride and Propecia.Propecia is the brand name for the generic drug…

Having an itch that you cannot scratch can be very frustrating. And having an itchy scalp soon after a hair restoration surgery can add an understandable concern to the frustration. But the good news is that in most cases, itching…

It’s every man and woman's worst nightmare… going bald. Unfortunately for many, hair loss is a very common thing that can affect more than 50% of women [1] and up to 85% of men [2] in their lifetimes.However, just because…

Hair loss and hair thinning are often seen as being in the male domain, but a significant number of women also experience the loss of hair. In the UK alone, it’s estimated that around 8 million women suffer from one…