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While folic acid is widely known as a pregnancy supplement, the vitamin is increasingly involved in hair-growth discussions. It is estimated that 75% of UK women between 16 – 49 suffer from low folate levels.In this article, we examine whether…

Male pattern baldness is the most common cause of hair loss, affecting 85% of men at some point in their lives [1]. Finasteride is one of the most effective and commonly prescribed treatments for this condition. However, Finasteride results only…

It is a common hair loss treatment myth that hair restoration surgery can only help balding people. A forehead hair transplant can work as well to balance your facial proportions as it can to correct a receding hairline. This simple and effective procedure is…

Two months after your hair transplant, you may be hoping to see results. Some people will start to see some new hair growth coming through at this stage, especially if they’re using additional treatments like Finasteride, Minoxidil, or PRP hair…

The purpose of taking hair loss medication is to stop your hair from falling out. So it is normal to be alarmed if your hair shedding intensifies instead of subsiding while taking Minoxidil. However, you can breathe easily knowing that…

Hair loss affects more than 50% of men and women at some point in their lives [1]. Having a full head of luscious, thick hair is often seen as the beauty ideal, so losing your hair can be traumatic and…

Over 55% of women experience hair loss during their lifetime [1]. If left untreated, progressive conditions such as female pattern baldness can advance from diffuse hair thinning to a visible bald spot on the crown [2].Conspicuous hair loss can have…

Seeking a minimally invasive way to enhance your hair growth in Bristol? Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy for hair is an effective method for minimising hair loss and stimulating regrowth. According to a 2024 research review, 75% of studies found that…

Sebastian Vettel is a name that you may know better for tearing up the track as a Formula 1 driver but, he has also garnered a lot of attention for himself around his supposed hair transplant.Hair transplants are very common…

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) hair treatment is tried and tested and has been found quite effective against hair loss, with one study showing it reduced male pattern baldness symptoms in 93% of participants [1].However, recently, a new version of this treatment…

Discovering your first grey strands can come as a shock, especially if your hair is a darker shade. But don’t worry, there are great ways to achieve seamless roots and expertly blend your grey hair and dark brown hair. All…

Finasteride has long been used to stimulate scalp hair growth in men with male pattern baldness. In fact, Finasteride 1mg is the most recommended men’s hair loss treatment, with 69.1% of hair restoration specialists always or often recommending it [1].…

Professional dancer and Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke has thick hair with an enviably straight hairline, thanks to multiple hair transplants.Anton Du Beke got his second hair transplant in 2024, and he couldn’t be more delighted with it. When…

85% of men will experience hair loss at some point in their life [1], whether this comes early on, or as you grow older, it's something that no one is pleased about. The good news is that if you are…

Most people have seen at least one Kevin Costner film over the years. However, few are aware that at the peak of his fame, the movie star was struggling with male pattern baldness. While it is now common for celebrities…

Temporal triangular alopecia (also known as congenital triangular alopecia) is an uncommon hair loss condition which affects 0.11% of the worldwide population [1]. Its main symptom is a bald spot on your temple or frontal area. Usually detected in childhood,…

Hormones are essential to the good functioning of our body, and some of them play an important role in healthy hair growth. However, when they are insufficient, excessive or imbalanced (or we are overly sensitive to them), they can also…

If you are one of the 200-500.000 trans people in the UK [2], you may have considered a transgender hair transplant to complete your gender affirmation process. If so, you are not the only one. People who transition from male…

Vitamin deficiency can have a huge impact on hair loss. If your body is lacking certain vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants then it can reduce your hair growth or cause the hair follicles to cease production of hair entirely, causing hair…

There are many reasons why abnormal hair loss occurs. No matter what the cause of your hair loss is, there are many treatment options available. Minoxidil is a hair loss treatment that's readily available over the counter. Minoxidil, also known as Rogaine, is commonly prescribed…

Dry shampoo is the unsung hero of hectic mornings, as it makes your hair look fabulous even when you’ve had no time to wash it. That is why over 25% of women and an increasing number of men are estimated…

With 95% of our hair in the 2-6 year anagen (growth) phase at any given time, it’s only natural for your hair to experience significant changes over 10 years [1]. Transplanted hair is no different, and you can be sure…

Hair transplantation is an extremely effective and popular solution to hair loss. Using established surgical techniques with a success rate of up to 98%, FUE and FUT hair transplants have restored the confidence of millions of people around the world.While…

If you have been diagnosed with seborrheic dermatitis and been warned about its increased chances of hair loss, the prospect will likely have caused you some concern. But while this condition is known to cause hair loss, incidences are rare…

After an FUE or FUT hair transplant, most patients can return to work within 1-2 weeks, depending on the type of work, healing progress, and other individual factors. While some patients can return sooner, downtime is essential to protect grafts,…

Shedding hair is normal and part of the healthy hair growth cycle. Most people will lose between 50 and 100 hairs every day [1]. However, if you notice even more hair than usual is falling out, you may start to…

Hair loss is a common concern among women, and hormonal fluctuations during pregnancy and breastfeeding can exacerbate this condition. Minoxidil, a vasodilator medication commonly used to treat androgenetic alopecia, has gained attention as a potential solution for women experiencing hair…

Trichoclasis is the technical term for a type of hair breakage that can result in split ends. Unlike other hair conditions, trichoclasis can occur in normal hair due to rough handling and a damaging hair care routine.Keep reading this article…

On average, your hair grows 0.6-1.5 cm each month [1]. While your genes largely influence how long it can get if left untrimmed [2], most women choose to get it cut to various, sometimes shorter lengths. A hair length chart…

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…