Hair transplant blog

After hair transplant surgery, playing around with your new hair it is one of the first things you want to do. This might include using a hair dryer after your hair transplant, or using styling products like wax and gel.Being…

If you’re looking for treatments for hair that feels like straw, you are probably experiencing hair dryness. This can happen for multiple reasons, from being out in the hot sun for too long to excessive heat styling to using hair…

Advanced hair restoration takes significant surgical skill. With fewer than 1% of first FUE or FUT hair transplant procedures needing 4,000 grafts or more, not all surgeons have the requisite experience to take on complex hair restoration surgeries [1].Whether you…

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…

As many as 85% of the male population experience hair loss at some point in their lives, most due to male pattern baldness [1]. Finasteride is one of the most effective non-surgical hair restoration treatments available today. However, like all…

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…

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…

Research shows that about 85% of men experience male pattern baldness at some point in life [1], and celebrities are no exception. However, surgical hair restoration can provide a simple and permanent solution to that. In the actor’s own words,…

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…

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…

The media has recently been presenting Pfizer alopecia treatment Litfulo as a new hope for people experiencing autoimmune hair loss. And research shows that this drug can indeed be quite effective against alopecia areata. But can you also use Lifulo…

Minoxidil is one of the most popular treatments for hair loss. It helps reduce hair fall and stimulate regrowth in a whole range of hair loss conditions, from male pattern baldness to traction alopecia. Minoxidil is the second most recommended…

If your hair isn’t as shiny or full as you’d like, you may find yourself turning to diet changes or other lifestyle changes to help stimulate hair growth.Intermittent fasting has been touted as a way to stimulate hair growth, but…

Head & Shoulders (H&S) is one of the most widely used hair care brands worldwide. It is estimated that almost 13 million people in the UK alone used Head & Shoulders shampoos and conditioners in 2023 [1]. However, online controversy…

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].…

Wondering if a hair test for allergies could be the easy, no-needle test you’ve been looking for? Around 6% of UK adults have a food allergy [1]. Hair analysis tests are marketed as a way of identifying allergies or intolerances…

Several media outlets reported news about Paddy McGuiness’s hair transplant satire post at the beginning of 2023 [1][2]. A video on the showman’s Instagram account showed him clearly using appearance-changing filters and jokingly denying having had “work done” in Turkey…

Many women going through menopause choose to have hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to relieve some of the symptoms they experience. As many as 69% of women aged over 50 years are using HRT [1], making it one of the most…

If you are wondering if Prince Harry had a hair transplant, you are not the only one. As recent photos posted by the royal family member on his wellness website, BetterUp, show him with a full head of hair, the…

As a woman, rocking a bald head is fierce and fearless, whether it’s by choice or necessity. While hair loss is frequently seen in men, bald women are less common — so shaving your head (or embracing your hair loss)…

DHT blocking shampoos are being touted as a solution for male pattern baldness, a confidence-knocking condition that affects millions of men.Even though DHT blocking shampoos often contain ingredients that have been shown to encourage hair growth, there’s no evidence yet to…

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…

Scalp problems can be concerning. Even if you have a common condition, such as dandruff, which affects around 50% of people, you might feel self-conscious and worried about the scalp problem getting worse [1].Scalp problems can also be itchy and…

Toners are a great way to enhance your hair colour and get that perfect shade you’ve always dreamed of. They are helpful in correcting imperfect dye jobs and can give your locks a lovely shine. But are they also safe…

With more celebrities openly opting for hair transplants, the process is becoming more talked about. This open conversation can oftentimes lead to hair transplant speculation, especially when it comes to footballers and their changing hairlines.Like many footballers before him (here's a…