Hair transplant blog

Hair transplants carried out by trained professionals can serve to dramatically improve a person's emotional well-being and confidence. At our London hair transplant clinic, we always have our patients' best interests at heart. That's why we're always honest about possible hair…

Azelaic acid for hair growth is gaining interest in the world of research. This natural compound is known for its use in skin health serums and treatments, but there’s some promising research on its role as a treatment for hair…

Post-Finasteride syndrome (PFS) is an emerging area of clinical concern. This condition is characterised by Finasteride side effects that continue even after you stop taking the drug.While there are plenty of anecdotal reports of persistent Finasteride symptoms, there’s currently limited…

If you are constantly experiencing scalp tightness, itching and flaking, you may need to try a dry scalp treatment [1]. However, choosing the right one for you can be difficult, as the right therapeutic approach depends on the underlying cause…

Male hair loss is a common problem. By the age of 70, 80% of men will have moderate to extensive hair loss [1-2]. This can have a serious impact on your confidence and self-image.While there’s no cure for baldness, there…

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…

Many men undergoing hair loss treatment are concerned about whether Finasteride side effects are permanent or just a temporary nuisance. Considering that the most common adverse reactions reported for this treatment are sexual side effects, they can affect your relationships,…

LeBron James’ hairline has changed drastically over the years, but he has never publicly admitted to having a hair transplant or spoken about any hair loss treatment. However, his sudden hairline improvement around 10 years ago suggests he has received…

Finding the best UK hair transplant clinic for your FUE or FUT procedure is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Hair transplant statistics show that procedures have increased 10% since 2016, so there are more options than ever. But…

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…

Many women going through menopause choose to have hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to relieve some of the symptoms they experience. As many as 69% of women aged over 50 years are using HRT [1], making it one of the most…

Leaving a few hair strands in your brush or experiencing mild hair loss in the shower can be normal. A healthy adult normally sheds up to 80-100 telogen hairs per day [1].However, a sudden increase in hair shedding suggests that…

Hair loss can be a difficult experience. Whether it’s temporary hair loss due to chemotherapy, or a longer-term condition like alopecia areata, it’s normal to feel upset, anxious, or even embarrassed by your hair loss. One study found that 74%…

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) hair treatments are successfully used to help treat several types of hair loss, such as androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata [1]. A meta-analysis of 6 PRP clinical trials shows improvements in patient hair density and thickness in…

A hair transplant is the most effective hair loss treatment available to the 85% of men [1] and 55% of women [2] who experience hair loss at some point in life. However, while an experienced surgeon can do everything medically…

Frontal balding is one of the most distressing yet common types of hair loss. 12% of healthy men under 50 are said to have moderate to extensive frontal baldness [1].If left untreated, frontal balding can become highly noticeable, making you…

After hair transplant surgery, playing around with your new hair it is one of the first things you want to do. This might include using a hair dryer after your hair transplant, or using styling products like wax and gel.Being…

Over 35 million men and 21 million women are affected by hair loss globally [1] and not everyone wants to sit back and watch their hair continue to fall out. This is why there's such an extensive range of treatment options out…

If your scalp is tender in one spot, feels sore when touched, or it hurts when you move your hair, there are several potential causes. Fortunately, most of these are mild and easy to treat. Some of the most common reasons your scalp…

A combination FUE-FUT hair transplant uses both major surgical hair restoration techniques to maximise graft numbers for patients with extensive hair loss. It’s typically recommended for advanced cases needing 3,000 to 6,000 grafts. Combination FUE-FUT procedures require experienced surgeons, due…

Around 1 in 10 women in the UK experience polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) [1], an endocrine disorder affecting the ovaries, caused by an underlying hormonal imbalance.Along with being one of the leading causes of fertility problems and additional health problems…

Norwood 1 is the earliest stage on the Norwood Scale. It doesn't present noticeable hair loss. Norwood 1 is categorised as an adolescent hairline, meaning most teenagers and men will have this hairline as they mature. There is usually no need…

Covid-19 has a few well-known symptoms. It’s the first illness that springs to mind for anyone with a fever, cough, or altered sense of taste or smell. However, recent studies have shown another common symptom in many Covid patients —…

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…

Being unable to grow a full, healthy beard can be distressing for men and negatively impact how they are socially perceived [1]. If you’ve decided to fix your beard bald spots surgically, you are likely eager to learn all about…

Looking for the best beard growth products that actually work? While there aren’t currently too many proven beard growth treatments, some have growing evidence to support their use. Here, we round up all the best beard growth products that really…

Finasteride is known as an effective medication for stopping hair loss caused by male pattern baldness (also known as androgenetic alopecia). Many men use it to control hair loss and maintain their existing hair. But did you know Finasteride can also stimulate…

Does your hairline seem to be moving backwards over time? In Black men, as is the case with men of all ethnicities, a receding hairline is usually caused by male pattern baldness. This condition affects 80% of men by the age…

Hair restoration treatments have come a long way since the days of hair plugs and bad toupees. Now more men, women, and transgender people are investing in themselves and seeking treatment for their thinning hair and hair loss, whether it’s…

During the warmer summer period, many people experience more hair shedding than usual. A study showed hair loss increased by up to 6% per day in summer, compared to the average hair loss rate [1]. Summer hair loss or seasonal hair…