Hair transplant blog

Given that up to 95% of your hair is composed of keratin [1], it’s natural to wonder whether protein helps hair growth. And the answer is that it can absolutely help, provided that you are eating a balanced diet that…

Hair loss affects 85% of men [1] and 55% of women [2] of all faiths and cultural backgrounds at some point in life. However, different religions have varied notions regarding which hair growth treatments are allowed and which are considered…

Increasingly, younger men are turning to hair transplants below the age of 30 as a solution to hair thinning. While some younger men make good candidates for hair transplant procedures, the success of the results must be considered thoroughly beforehand.Age and…

Your hairline is one of the first things people see when they look at you. It can change significantly as you get older — research suggests 83% of women have a widow’s peak by the age of 40 [1], and…

Seborrheic dermatitis, according to the NHS and current research, is a yeast infection of the scalp, face or upper body which affects between 3-5% of the world’s adults [1][2]. When it affects the scalp, it is often confused with dandruff,…

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…

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…

Many people with hair thinning search for effective non-surgical hair restoration treatments. Hair loss affects more than 85% of men and 55% of women during their lifetime [1][2], causing distress and lowering self-confidence, so finding the best solutions to your…

Thin hair can seriously knock your confidence. A YouGov survey found that a third of men of all ages agreed that they're afraid of going bald, rising to 59% of those aged 18-24 [1]. But even if you do start…

In the past years, it has become increasingly common to witness footballer hair transplant transformations. While some sports stars, such as Rob Holding, are open about their decision to put male pattern baldness behind them, others, such as German goal…

Manchester United right back Noussair Mazraoui has undergone two hair transplants despite having relatively mild hair loss. His procedures in 2021 and 2025 aimed to correct early thinning and maintain a natural-looking hairline, with rapid, full-looking results supported by his…

For many women, menopause is a particularly trying time in their lives, as hormonal changes trigger several distressing physical and psychological symptoms. It is already hard enough to deal with mood swings, irritability, hot flashes, and loss of a good…

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…

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…

This week, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the use of baricitinib (brand name Olumiant) to treat patients experiencing severe alopecia areata [1]. Alopecia areata is one of the most difficult types of hair loss to treat. It has a…

While some men like their broad foreheads, others wish they were smaller. And if you’re one of the 85% of men who experience male pattern baldness [1], your forehead can get progressively wider.  However, the good news is there are some…

Many people worry that using conditioner could make their hair fall out or irritate their scalp, especially when they notice more hair shedding in the shower. But is conditioner really to blame? In most cases, conditioner doesn’t cause hair loss and…

Matt Lucas rose to fame as co-creator of the sketch show Little Britain. He donned a number of different wigs to play various memorable characters for the show — but Matt Lucas actually has alopecia, a type of hair loss…

It's no secret that comedian Jimmy Carr has had a hair transplant. He isn't the first celebrity to undergo this procedure, with David Beckham's hair transplant and Elon Musk's FUT transplant coming first. Like Wimpole Clinic hair transplant patient Rob…

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…

Minoxidil is a product that men have used to combat male and female pattern baldness for years now and, since it's such a popular treatment, you may be interested to know if the product can be used to promote hair growth on any other…

If you are one of the 13.2% of the UK population who smoke electronic cigarettes [1], you may be wondering if vaping can cause hair loss. While there is currently no simple answer to that question, vaping may indeed contribute…

Hormones play a significant part in your growth and development — and it’s the same for your hair. So it’s no surprise that hormone changes can cause and contribute to hair loss in women. Female pattern hair loss (FPHL) is the…

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…

Bald spots are a relatively common problem. Whether you're developing a bald spot at the crown due to male pattern baldness, or you have the telltale hairless patches of alopecia areata, it's not always easy to figure out how to regrow hair…

PRP hair treatment is becoming steadily more popular as people recognise its benefits. PRP is a treatment for hair loss and has excellent research backing — a comprehensive review including 30 studies with 687 patients found that 29 out of…

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…

Few female celebrities have publicly confirmed their hair transplant surgery, though there are some known cases. Female celebrity hair transplants are often designed to restore hairlines or eyebrows affected by traction alopecia, overplucking, stress, or ageing. Here, you’ll discover which…

As you age, it gets more and more important to look after your hair. While you may take it for granted in your younger years, hair begins to thin and lose its lustre as a natural part of the ageing…