Hair transplant blog

If you're looking to prevent further hair loss or are seeking treatment options to help regrow hair, chances are you will need to discuss your hair loss condition with a trichologist. A trichologist needs to conduct some routine trichology tests…

Anecdotal evidence of Finasteride depression is increasingly common online, and some studies have found evidence of this adverse reaction [1]. This was concerning enough for the MHRA to recommend vigilance regarding potential psychiatric Finasteride side effects. However, only 281 reports…

After getting a hair transplant, you’ll normally need a sterile bandage over your donor area. This helps to prevent infection and protect the small wounds on your scalp from being accidentally touched. In most cases, your hair transplant bandage only…

Male pattern baldness (also known as androgenetic alopecia) is usually characterised by hair loss around the temples and the development of a bald spot on the crown. But in rare cases of aggressive androgenetic alopecia, men may see hair loss…

If you're a dedicated athlete, you may take a creatine supplement to help boost performance and recovery. In addition to increased muscle mass, individuals who regularly consume creatine through supplements might also notice side effects like water retention, weight gain,…

Topical Minoxidil is one of the most popular products for stimulating hair growth. Suitable for men and women, and proven to treat many different types of alopecia, Minoxidil foam and liquid are widely used among hair loss patients.If you haven’t…

According to research, up to 3.6% of people suffer from Trichotillomania [1], a mental health disorder characterised by hair pulling. Needless to say, this compulsive hair-pulling disorder can have big implications on the sufferer's everyday life and can lead to…

A hair tattoo for men, or male scalp micropigmentation (SMP), is a hair loss treatment for men that offers an alternative to a hair transplant. While SMP for women can also have great results, we’ll focus on men for this…

You may have heard stories about people who started a ketogenic diet only to experience unexpected hair shedding. However, some believe this can only happen when undergoing extreme calorie restriction or using weight loss medications. Others say that foregoing carbs…

Looking for the best beard growth products that actually work? While there aren’t currently too many proven beard growth treatments, some have growing evidence to support their use. Here, we round up all the best beard growth products that really…

It is a common hair loss treatment myth that hair restoration surgery can only help balding people. A forehead hair transplant can work as well to balance your facial proportions as it can to correct a receding hairline. This simple and effective procedure is…

Online influencers have recently been praising the benefits of batana oil for hair growth. However, at this time, researchers know very little about the hair health-enhancing properties of this remedy. Most of what can be gleaned about batana oil for…

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…

Hair loss is incredibly common, and over 50% of women and 80% of men will experience hair shedding at some point in their life [1]. If you’re experiencing hair loss, it’s natural to wonder how to get hair to grow…

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy for hair loss is increasingly popular among those looking for fuller hair and straighter hairlines. Hair transplant surgeons routinely recommending PRP treatment for hair loss patients have doubled over a ten-year window — from 24% in…

We often suggest that our readers seek advice from an experienced hair loss specialist before making a decision about hair transplant surgery or other hair loss remedies.This is for two main reasons: the first is that hair transplants may not necessarily be…

The first month after a hair transplant shows some dramatic changes in your hairline. First, there’ll be some hair transplant swelling, bleeding, and oozing (pillow protectors at the ready). After this, the grafts will start to heal over, creating scabs…

Hair loss hairstyles for thinning hair on crown can be a lifesavers if you’re lacking hair. Female pattern hair loss, which is often diffuse but concentrated around the crown [1], affects 30% of women by the age of 30 [2].…

According to the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery, approximately 700,000 hair transplant surgeries were performed worldwide in 2021 [1]. Most surgical hair restoration patients are men experiencing male pattern baldness. If you’re an active person and a keen walker,…

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…

Hair thinning in women is often temporary and reversible, but it can still be a concern. It occurs for lots of different reasons: medical conditions, lifestyle factors, and genetics can all play a part. Due to the varying nature of…

Hair loss is incredibly common. In fact, androgenetic alopecia (the most frequently encountered form of hair loss) affects 80% of men by the age of 80 [1] and over 50% of women by the age of 60 [2]. Fortunately, surgical…

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…

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…

Protecting your skin from solar radiation is vital, as 48 new melanoma skin cancer cases are diagnosed daily in the UK [1]. However, while most people are aware that using sunscreen is healthy for their skin, not everyone knows they…

Perhaps you have been experiencing hair loss and have spent hours deciding whether or not to see a surgeon about having a hair transplant procedure. You may have been arranging finances and finding out everything there is to know, only…

Many men wonder how to grow a fuller beard, as they only seem to be able to produce sparse facial hair. For some of them, this is related to their age, genes, or male hormone levels. Others experience conditions that…

Eczema is a widespread condition, present in 20% of patients seeking medical care for dermatological problems [1]. But there are many kinds of eczema out there, some better known than others. Follicular eczema is a minor and lesser-known form of…

Your hair type plays a significant role in your appearance, the way you see yourself and the way others perceive you. If you are unsure whether 1A hair is straight or wavy or are wondering if your ringlets might be…