Hair transplant blog

A beard transplant is an investment in your appearance and your self-confidence. It can give you incredible results that enhance everything from your self-esteem to your career. Jordan, a Wimpole Clinic patient, says:“As a professional model my beard transplant has…

Scarring alopecia is a type of permanent, irreversible hair loss that destroys hair follicles and replaces them with scar tissue. It occurs in 7% of hair loss patients, so while it’s not the most common cause of hair loss, it…

On average, a UK hair transplant costs £4,820 for a 1,500 graft procedure. But costs vary substantially according to procedure type, number of grafts needed, clinic location, and surgical complexity. At the Wimpole Clinic, our hair transplant prices for FUT…

If you are experiencing hair thinning, it's normal to seek out effective treatments to tackle your hair loss. And since shampoo is one of the most widely used hair products, it's important to find effective shampoos for hair loss that tackle…

It has long been known that sudden, crash diet weight loss can cause hair loss [1]. But what about safer, healthier dietary patterns? While some beauty influencers warn about intermittent fasting-induced hair loss, others point out that it may actually…

Minoxidil is a licensed hair loss treatment in the UK, but it’s not currently available on the NHS.That’s because in most cases, hair loss is considered a cosmetic issue that doesn’t impact your general health and wellbeing (although it’s well-documented…

Trypophobia is a condition in which you experience feelings of fear, disgust, or distaste when seeing clusters of small holes. While some hair transplant patients experience trypophobic feelings after their procedure, this is uncommon, and normally associated with unnecessarily large…

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,…

Hair loss can be caused by a multitude of reasons. For some people, it can be attributed to genetic factors [1], and for others, it could be temporary hair loss caused by a particularly stressful event in your life.Another reason that people…

Many celebrities are rumoured to have had hair transplants. In fact, some of them have come straight out and said it. However, others like Elon Musk, have kept coy about their hair restoration surgery, despite it being pretty obvious that…

Afro hair is an important part of many people’s identities. So taking good care of your hair is vital for keeping it healthy and looking its best.While there are now more products specifically designed to help you look after your…

Every bride-to-be dreams of making a breathtaking, memorable appearance on her special day. And showstopping hair is only second to the perfect dress when it comes to making an impression to last a lifetime. However, not all the best wedding…

If you’re struggling to keep your hair growing long and healthy, you may have already started to look into different vitamins, supplements, or treatments that promise to restore your hair to its healthiest state. One thing you may have already…

Hair density refers to the number of hair strands that grow per square centimetre on your scalp. It describes how closely your hair strands are packed together, and affects how full your hair looks. Hair density varies from person to…

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…

Minoxidil helps improve the symptoms of hair loss stemming from lots of different conditions, including androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata, and telogen effluvium. However, it is associated with certain side effects, including an itchy scalp.13.8% of patients report experiencing an itchy…

There are myriad shampoos and conditioner brands on the market, all proclaiming benefits for the hair and scalp - but many do not live up to expectation. It may explain the frequency with which many of us change the products…

Dry hair is a very common, albeit frustrating occurrence. It can happen for many reasons, ranging from genes and hormones to overexposure to the elements or harmful hair styling practices [1][2]. Fortunately, unless it is accompanied by severe structural damage,…

When you get a hair transplant, it’s important to take care of your new grafts while they settle in and take root. That means taking a few days off work to recover — but it also means limiting your sexual…

Fear of needles is extremely common, with 20-30% of the world’s adult population experiencing it [1]. This can make medical interventions difficult and prevent the needle-adverse from getting cosmetic procedures that they feel they could benefit from. Since hair transplants…

Nizoral shampoo is a topical treatment for dandruff. It contains the active ingredient ketoconazole, which is commonly used to treat fungal infections like athlete’s foot. In addition, it’s also used to treat scalp conditions including pityriasis versicolor, seborrheic dermatitis, and…

September is Alopecia Awareness Month. If you or a loved one are experiencing a type of alopecia  or you are simply sympathetic to this cause, you are more than welcome to be part of this inspiring celebration. Rest assured that…

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].…

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…

Minoxidil is one of the most used hair loss treatments globally. Three-quarters of hair loss specialists recommend topical minoxidil to their patients, with more than half recommending it often or always [1]. However, you might be reluctant to follow this advice…

Teenage hair loss is more common than you may think. Around 25% of men with male pattern baldness start losing their hair before the age of 21 [1], and between 15.5% and 38.5% of teenagers worldwide experience hair loss [2].…

Any type of hair loss can be physically and mentally challenging to experience, however, there are some types of hair loss that are accompanied by other conditions or syndromes, such as trichodynia, a painful sensation on the scalp. In a…

Beauty influencers have long been praising the benefits of coconut oil for hair health. It is one of the most effective treatments for hair that feels like straw, as it can deeply moisturise and nourish your tresses, restoring dry, brittle…

Steroid creams are often prescribed to treat various skin and scalp conditions, including severe dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and pityriasis amiantacea. In addition to treating skin conditions, steroid creams have shown promising results in tackling hair loss.One in every 170 UK…