Can Birth Control Pills Cause Hair Loss?
Around 26% of women who use birth control choose the pill as a safe and effective way to prevent unwanted pregnancy [1]. Out of the many different forms of contraception such as birth control injections, implants, and contraceptive diaphragms, the…
Ben Stokes Reveals Hair Transplant With Wimpole Clinic & Opens Up About Hair Loss & Mental Health
England cricket captain Ben Stokes has opened up about how hair loss has affected his mental health — and how getting a hair transplant at the Wimpole Clinic has helped him overcome this.Millions of men are affected by hair loss.…
Hair Follicle Infection: Symptoms, Prevention and Treatment
Hair follicle infections are normally mild skin conditions that most people experience at some point in life. They can affect any part of your body where hair grows, but your scalp is most commonly affected (e.g. scalp folliculitis), as your…
What to Do After a Hair Transplant: How to Get the Best Results
Hair transplants are a permanent solution to hair loss. They can be particularly effective for androgenetic alopecia (known as male or female pattern baldness), the most common cause of hair loss in men and women [1].Proper aftercare is so important…
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Fixing Beard Bald Spots From Alopecia Barbae & Other Causes
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…
How to Get Hair to Grow Back: Treatments by Hair Loss Type
Hair loss is incredibly common, and over 50% of women and 80% of men will experience hair shedding at some point in their life [1]. If you’re experiencing hair loss, it’s natural to wonder how to get hair to grow…
Does Anavar Cause Hair Loss? Causes, Symptoms, Solutions
Approximately 6% of men worldwide [1] have used anabolic-androgen steroids (such as Anavar) at some point in life. These synthetic hormones can be prescribed for multiple medical reasons. However, especially when misused by athletes for quick muscle enhancement, some anabolic…
7 Ways Magnesium Can Prevent Hair Loss (Expert Review)
While there is no evidence of a direct relationship between magnesium and hair loss, when a magnesium inadequacy occurs, it can have a significant impact on your hair health. When we think of hair thinning, we mainly consider different types…
Rob Holding’s Hair Transplant At The Wimpole Clinic: Results, Costs, Grafts
Former Premier League football player and current MLS player Rob Holding got a game-changing hair transplant at the Wimpole Clinic. After several years of hairline recession, he took the plunge and opted for a hair transplant at our Harley Street…
Coconut Oil for Hair Health: Benefits, Uses & Tips
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…
Where Does The Hair Come From For Hair Transplants?
One of the most frequently asked questions in our patients’ initial consultation is where the hair comes from for hair transplants. You’ll be relieved to learn that you won’t need to find a willing donor. In 91.7% of cases, the…
PRP vs Minoxidil: Which One Works Better For Hair Loss?
Hair loss is a widespread phenomenon: 85% of men [1] and 55% of women [2] experience a form of alopecia at some point during their lives. Minoxidil has been one of the most commonly used treatments for decades [3], but…
What’s the best age to get a beard transplant?
Beards are becoming more popular. A YouGov survey found that almost two-thirds of men in the 18-39 age group now have facial hair, up from 43% ten years ago [1]. As a result, many men with patchy or uneven facial…
7 Low Maintenance Full Beard Styles For Confident Men
While over 50% of UK men are now wearing beards [1], not all of them are fortunate enough to be able to achieve luxurious facial hair. If you are one of the lucky ones who can grow a full, healthy…
Hair Transplants: Your Recovery Timeline
If you're considering a hair transplant, you may have questions about the procedure, results, and side-effects or scarring. One of the most common things people want to know is what the hair transplant recovery timeline looks like. For example, you…
Is it OK to take Finasteride 3 times a week?
Although it’s normal to naturally lose hair from washing and brushing, when hair loss starts to become more severe, it’s common for patients to jump into action and do something about it.Hair loss is something that affects around 85% of…
Dutasteride Half-Life: How It Influences Hair Loss Treatment
Dutasteride half-life may be a concern if you’re using it as a hair loss treatment. 80% of men experience male pattern baldness by the age of 80 [1], so it’s no surprise that interest in medications to treat this condition…
Hair Plugs vs Hair Transplant: What’s The Difference?
The revolutionary hair transplant techniques used at the Wimpole Clinic are still relatively new. As recently as the 1990s, hair transplant surgeons relied on hair plugs or hair implants to restore people's hair. While it may sound like there are some similarities…
Pfizer Alopecia Treatment: What Is Litfulo/Ritlecitinib & How Does It Work?
Pfizer is the world’s biggest research-based pharmaceutical company. They’re responsible for some of the most successful medications in circulation — including the first UK-approved Covid-19 vaccine. In June 2023, Pfizer received approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)…
2B Hair for Men: What Is It and How Do I Keep It Healthy?
2B hair is a type of wavy hair. It’s a common hair type for men in the UK because 40% of people of European descent have wavy locks [1]. Of the remaining 60%, 45% have straight hair, and 15% have…
Does Finasteride Work For a Receding Hairline?
Finasteride is one of the most effective treatments for receding hairlines caused by male pattern baldness. It’s the most recommended hair loss treatment, with more than 85% of hair loss specialists saying they recommend oral Finasteride to their patients at…
Robbie Williams Hair Transplant: Everything You Need To Know
Robbie Williams has been open about his hair loss in recent years. The former Take That star has talked about treatments as varied as hair transplants and toupées to hide his thinning hair. But unlike most other celebrity hair transplants…
Bald Spot on Top of Head: How to Spot it and How to Stop it
Discovering the development of a bald spot on the top of the head can make you feel self-conscious about your hair. Even though hair loss is a common condition that affects men and women in their millions every year, it…
Hair Transplant Recovery: What to Expect
It is normal to wonder what to expect during your hair transplant recovery period, so you can prepare physically and emotionally for it. And many patients are as nervous about the healing process as they are about the surgery itself. However,…
Alopecia Awareness Month: 10 Ways To Participate in 2026
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…
Temple Hair Loss: How To Prevent, Treat & Regrow Temples
Many men first notice they’re losing hair when it starts receding at the temples. A receding hairline is one of the first signs of male pattern baldness, the most common type of hair loss worldwide. Male pattern hair loss affects…
Does Minoxidil Change Hair Colour? Minoxidil FAQs
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…
Does An Itchy Scalp Mean My Hair Is Growing?
Eager for your hair to start growing? You could be looking for signs everywhere, especially if your scalp starts to itch.Unfortunately, in most cases, an itchy scalp doesn’t mean hair growth. In fact, an itchy scalp is more commonly linked…
Can Natural DHT Blockers Cure Hair Loss?
For many men, male pattern baldness is something caused by a genetic sensitivity to something known as dihydrotestosterone (DHT) [1].Many of the most popular hair loss treatments, such as Finasteride and Dutasteride work by blocking DHT which, after regular use, can help to promote hair growth…


































