Hair transplant blog

Dutasteride is a DHT hormone-blocking drug used to treat male pattern baldness. It’s often prescribed if you haven’t seen success with other male hair loss treatments, such as Finasteride.Male pattern baldness affects up to 80% of men by the age…

Many hair transplant patients worry about whether their hair transplant will look natural. It's an understandable concern — when you're investing money and hope in hair restoration surgery, you want to know your hair will look good at the end…

There’s a common misconception that the hair used in hair transplantation is donated by a third party. However, the hair transplanted actually comes from your own body. This is called donor hair, and it’s taken from areas that have healthy…

The Norwood Scale is a chart used to measure male pattern baldness. Trichologists and other medical hair specialists can use it to assess your hair loss and suggest the best possible treatment.Norwood 3 is one of the earliest stages on the hair loss…

The male grooming industry is booming. The market is now worth almost £70 million [1] — so it’s clearly important for men to know how to look their best. So do you know how to take care of your facial…

Approximately 20% of patients seeking medical care for a skin condition are believed to be experiencing a form of eczema [1]. This inflammatory condition can cause rashes, dryness, itching, and discomfort on several parts of your body, including your scalp.…

When most people think of hair loss, they will usually think of people who go bald or lose the hair on their heads. However, for 1 in 4,000 people [1], hair loss can actually be experienced all over the body.If you…

Female pattern hair loss affects more than 10% of women by the age of 50, and more than 30% by the age of 70 [1]. Minoxidil for women is a common medication for treating female hair loss [2].Minoxidil can be…

While it is one of the few medications approved specifically for weight management, Wegovy can cause hair loss in some people. Studies show that 3% of adults taking this treatment experience hair shedding [1]. However, it is difficult to tell whether this effect is…

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…

Although hair loss is typically something that's associated with men, there are many women who also struggle with losing hair.In fact, more than 50% of women are expected to experience hair loss at some point in their life [1]. Although…

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)…

Hair transplant clinics in Turkey are known for their cheap costs and aggressive marketing tactics, leading to more people heading to Turkey for their hair restoration procedures. But multiple medical bodies have warned against the risks of getting cosmetic surgery…

Hair transplants are more popular than ever. The market for hair restoration surgery has grown by 10% since 2016 (1).Many celebrities now turn to hair transplants. Celebs like David Beckham, Tom Hanks, Andros Townsend, Harry Kane, and Elon Musk have…

By day 10 after a hair transplant, your scalp will have mostly healed. Most of the scabs will have come off, and you can start to resume many of your regular activities. However, some grafts may still be fragile, so…

Many men who choose to have a hair transplant aren’t looking for a flowing Jason Momoa-style mane. They simply want full coverage across their head so they can style their hair however they like with confidence, including close-cropped styles like…

If your scalp hurts when you move your hair, you may be wondering if you are suffering from a common scalp problem. Many such conditions, like seborrheic dermatitis [1], atopic dermatitis or scalp psoriasis [2] can indeed cause this symptom.…

Most patients can safely touch or rub their head around 14 days after a hair transplant, as the grafts are firmly anchored into the scalp at this point. However, if you still have lingering scabs, you should avoid rubbing your…

There are many different scalp disorders out there – some more common than others – that can affect the health of your scalp and the way your hair grows.One condition that can affect many people is Pityriasis Amiantacea. If you're…

Many men and women across the globe are waiting and hoping that they can reverse the effects of hair loss as soon as possible.Hair loss and hair thinning affects millions of men and women around the world. Many people won’t…

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…

When you’re considering surgical hair restoration, it’s important to know what your results can look like. Different graft volumes can achieve different coverage depending on hair colour, density, and texture. A 1500-graft hair transplant can be ideal for treating mild…

Using onion oil for hair has been popularised on social media in recent years, leading many to try this DIY hair remedy at home. But is there actually any scientific evidence to back up the use of onion oil for…

Thin eyebrows were a mainstay of 90s fashion. Supermodels, musicians, and actors alike fed the skinny brow trend. Like all trends, thin eyebrows are coming around again. Lots of celebrities have been spotted on social media (and even on the…

Women’s hair loss at the back of the head can be worrying and difficult to spot until it becomes advanced. Around half of all women will experience some degree of hair loss at some point in their lives [1]. The most…

There's a well-known hair myth that brushing your hair 100 times a day gives you sleek, healthy hair.While this claim has been widely discredited, the rumour persists that brushing your hair can help stimulate hair growth. Everything from the number of…

While antibiotic consumption in the UK has declined by 15% since 2017 [1], these safe and effective medications still save lives every day, as they are frequently used to treat a wide array of conditions. Antibiotics are generally well-tolerated by…

A hair restoration surgery is normally safe and comfortable, as it is performed under local anaesthesia. However, most surgeons recommend certain medications to be taken after your hair transplant to keep you pain-free and protected from infection during your recovery.…

Finasteride is a popular hair loss treatment for people experiencing male pattern baldness. But Finasteride can also be used by transgender people as part of their gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) to control scalp hair loss and body hair growth.In this…

Approximately 0,3% of the UK population (over 200,000 people) are living with Crohn’s disease [1]. This form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) mainly produces gastrointestinal symptoms, but it can sometimes affect other parts of your body as well. Between 6%…