Hair transplant blog

During the warmer summer period, many people experience more hair shedding than usual. A study showed hair loss increased by up to 6% per day in summer, compared to the average hair loss rate [1]. Summer hair loss or seasonal hair…

When can I rub my head after a hair transplant? It’s a common question, especially if you’ve got an itchy scalp after your transplant. Postoperative itching after your procedure is pretty common [1] and nothing to worry about. But resisting…

Rogaine (or Regaine in the UK) is the brand name of the popular hair growth medication Minoxidil. It has two major product ranges: Rogaine (Regaine) for men and for women, as both genders can benefit from this treatment. Minoxidil has a…

Male pattern baldness, also known as androgenetic alopecia, affects approximately 85% of men by the age of 50 [1]. It can present as widespread thinning, balding around the crown, and a receding hairline, often drastically changing men’s appearance.While the primary…

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…

Stress can have all kinds of effects on the human body from panic attacks to weight loss and, yes, to hair loss. So it is perhaps natural to worry about whether stress can affect your hair transplant, particularly if you're…

Botox, or botulinum toxin-A, is well-known for its skin-smoothing properties. But can it help improve your hair?While many articles focus on Botox conditioning treatments — which don't actually contain any Botox — these treatments don't tend to help with hair…

While hair loss is more common in men than in women, that doesn’t mean that female alopecia is a rare occurrence. Studies show that 55% of the female population [1] experience hair thinning at some point in their lives. And…

Hair breakage is very common. But that doesn’t make it any less aggravating when you notice lots of broken strands amongst your own hair, whether it’s hair breakage around the crown or broken baby hairs along your hairline.So what can…

While the increasing popularity for hair transplants suggests that more and more people are successfully regaining their hairline and curing baldness, the reality is that in order to be a good candidate for the procedure there are more prerequisites than…

Sparse eyebrows making you feel self-conscious? You’re not alone. Many people are habitual overpluckers, while others have naturally sparse brow hairs. Some eyebrow hair loss (also known as madarosis) is down to autoimmune conditions like alopecia areata.Our eyebrows are more than…

Minoxidil is a primary ingredient of Minoxidil shampoo. The medication is the only topical drug approved by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) to treat or slow down hair loss. This popular hair growth product can reduce hair…

With all the research on diet and vitamin intake, the market for supplements that claim to treat the loss of hair continues to grow. Vitamin supplementation is one of the most popular ways to combat the loss of hair.The global vitamins for hair…

From Premier League players to international soccer stars, footballer hair transplants are becoming more popular. Ever since Wayne Rooney came clean about his own hair restoration procedure back in 2011, more and more players have decided to undergo their own…

Over 55% of women experience hair thinning during their lifetime [1]. So it is not surprising that many choose to wear hair extensions for thickness and to get more volume in their hair, leading to a hair extension market worth…

The topic of Chris Evans' has divided fans for years. Some are certain that the famous actor's receding hairline must have received some surgical help over the years. Others believe there is nothing about Chris' hair transformations that could not have been achieved…

California has more cosmetic surgeons and higher demand for cosmetic surgery than any other state in the U.S. [1]. This shouldn’t come as a surprise as the city of Los Angeles is the home of Hollywood, where there’s enormous pressure…

It’s normal to shed up to 80-100 hairs per day [1], but if you’re noticing more hair loss in the shower than usual, it may be best to see a hair doctor. Trichologists are known as hair doctors despite the fact…

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…

If you want to go against the grain these days, it’s time to go clean-shaven. See what we did there!? In a time when bushy beards seem to be king, perhaps the clean-cut among us are the real modern-day rebels?…

Your hairline frames your face and can have a big impact on your appearance. A receding hairline may make women appear masculine, older than their years, and less attractive [1]. In contrast, bald men or men with a receding hairline…

Beards have been on trend for the last few years. And with styles ranging from full beards to stubble to horseshoe moustaches, this trend doesn't look like it's going anywhere. Many of the world's most stylish men sport some kind…

Finding the best hair growth and thickness products can be a challenging task because they are not the same for everyone. For one thing, each of us is different and so is our hair. On the other hand, as we…

Your beard says a lot about you, and it can influence how you are perceived by those around you. [1] Facial hair is highly on trend in the UK, as 54% of men [2] wear it. So, having beard bald…

Most people with healthy hair have approximately 100,000 hairs on their heads. 90% of these hair follicles are actively growing [1]. The remaining 10% are resting (known as telogen) or shedding (known as exogen).Hair shedding is a natural part of…

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a treatment for hair loss. PRP injections are more commonly known for their ability to treat damaged tendons, muscles and ligaments, but research shows PRP can boost hair growth and prevent premature hair loss [1]. According…

Many prospective hair transplant patients debate whether to get a hair transplant in Turkey or the UK. While Turkish hair transplant costs tend to be much cheaper than those in the UK, they also come with serious risks that aren’t…

Using mustard oil for hair growth from the first signs of hair loss may seem like a good idea since it is reputed to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties [1]. But are these purported benefits for your scalp supported…

Growing your hair back after going bald is a very common desire among those who have experienced any kind of permanent hair loss.Most men who experience hair loss can suffer from confidence issues, with the presence of hair loss even…