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FUE Hair Transplants: Everything You Need To Know

Ready to find out everything you need to know about the follicular unit extraction hair transplant process? Learn about FUE technique, cost, results, and recovery below. Table of Contents Key FUE facts:FUE is the most popular, least invasive hair transplant…

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Minoxidil Beard Growth: Before And After

Minoxidil is well-known as an effective treatment for scalp hair growth. Research suggests it can also visibly improve beard growth within just 4 months [1]. So what do the results of using Minoxidil for beard growth look like before and after…

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Hair Transplant Recovery: What to Expect

Taking the plunge to undergo hair transplant surgery can be a big step, but it’s one that an increasing number of individuals are opting for. In fact, since 2016, hair transplant surgeries have increased by more 16% worldwide [1].Although it…

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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.…

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Do I need to increase blood flow to the scalp for better growth?

Hair growth is surprisingly slow at around an inch every few months, around 6 inches in total over the year. This growth rate, of course, varies from one person to another with various things affecting it such as nutrition, stress…

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What’s The Best Age To Get A Hair Transplant?

If you are considering FUE or FUT hair transplant surgery, then it's important to know whether you're the right age for a hair transplant. Getting a hair transplant too young (or too old) can damage your chances of successful hair restoration, so finding out the…

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Can you use Stemoxydine for hair loss

Although hair loss affects up to 50% of men by age 50 [1] and 8 million UK women [2], there still seems to be a lack of effective topical treatments to prevent baldness.This is mainly because there still isn't really…

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Minoxidil Shampoo: Does It Work?

As you've probably guessed, Minoxidil is a primary ingredient of Minoxidil shampoo. The medication is the only FDA-approved topical drug used to treat or slow down hair loss.In a 1-year Minoxidil results study conducted by the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS), comprising…

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Matt Lucas Alopecia: Everything You Need To Know

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…

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Hair Transplant Timeline: Preparation, Recovery & Results

When you decide to have a hair transplant, you're probably keen to know when the results will kick in. The majority of hair transplant patients see more than half of their new transplanted hair grafts start to grow after 6…

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Are Finasteride Side Effects Permanent? Evidence Review (2024)

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,…

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Celebrity Hair Transplants Before & After

Here at the Wimpole Clinic we like to keep up to date with our celebrities, particularly those with hair transplants. We have ourselves had a few well-known gentlemen come through our doors
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Is There A Cure For Baldness?

Male pattern baldness affects millions of men. It's estimated that 42% of men under 50 have moderate to extensive baldness, rising to 80% by the age of 70 [1-2].Lots of male hair loss treatments are now available for male androgenetic alopecia. Unfortunately, despite plenty of…

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What Happens When You Stop Using Minoxidil?

If you’ve been using Minoxidil to slow down your hair loss and promote regrowth, you may be wondering if and when you can stop using Minoxidil. Minoxidil is designed for daily use, so most users must apply Minoxidil everyday to…

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How Long After A Hair Transplant Can I Wear A Hat?

Getting a hair transplant is a great solution for any man who is struggling with male pattern baldness. It's a short procedure that gets you one step closer to achieving the full head of hair of your dreams – it's also…

Can A Trichologist Help My Hair Grow Longer?

Can a Trichologist Help my Hair Grow Longer?

Trichology is the science behind hair and your trichologist is an expert who can look into how to increase your hair growth and improve your hair’s condition. We’ve all seen hair adverts that show models with luxurious locks of hair…

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Alopecia Barbae: Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment

Want to know what's causing those small round bald patches in your beard? You may have alopecia barbae.Alopecia barbae is a type of hair loss that affects the jaw, face, and neckline. It often occurs in conjunction with alopecia areata — a…

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Yeast Infection on Scalp: Expert Review of Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

A yeast infection on the scalp can be itchy, painful and unpleasant. It can also give your hair a flaky, unhealthy look. So it is natural to be concerned if you suspect you may have developed this condition.The good news…

5 Great Natural Remedies For Combatting Hair Loss

5 Great Natural Remedies for Combatting Hair Loss

Have you noticed that your hair is falling out more than usual?
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Androgenetic Alopecia: Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment

Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is the scientific name for male pattern baldness and female pattern baldness, and it's the most common cause of hair loss in both men and women [1]. It affects approximately 85% of men and 50% of women by the time…

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Is Olive Oil Good for Hair Growth (and Why?) Evidence Review

As the media keep praising the health benefits of olive oil, you may be starting to wonder if they can also apply to your locks and whether olive oil is good for hair growth. After all, it has a wide range…

Minoxidil 2%: Everything You Need To Know

Minoxidil 2%: Everything You Need To Know

Minoxidil is proven to help restore hair stemming from several hair loss conditions, from telogen effluvium to alopecia areata to androgenetic alopecia [1-3]. But are you using the right Minoxidil strength to get the best hair growth results?Minoxidil 2% is…

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Is Finasteride Safe?

Finasteride is the most commonly prescribed hair loss medication [1]. More than two-thirds of hair restoration clinics say they often prescribe this drug to their patients, so trichologists tend to agree that Finasteride is a safe medication.Long-term large-scale studies suggest…

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Biotin for Hair Loss

With all the research on diet and vitamin intake, the market for supplements that claim to treat the loss of hair continues to grow. Vitamin supplementation is one of the most popular ways to combat the loss of hair.The global vitamins for hair…

Can Hair Dye Cause Hair Loss?

Can I colour my hair after transplant?

Getting a hair transplant can do wonders for your self-esteem. Not only do you get the full head of hair that you have been dreaming of, but it is a great confidence booster. You will feel more confident and it will…

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Why Isn’t Finasteride Working For My Hair Loss?

If you’ve been using Finasteride for a while, you may be expecting hair growth to kick in any day now. After all, it’s one of the most effective drugs for male hair loss, second only to Dutasteride [1]. Studies show…

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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…

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Eyebrow Transplant Cost UK

Hair transplantation clinics across the UK offer eyebrow transplants to repair overplucked eyebrows, fill in patchy areas, or create fuller, more shapely brows. In 2022, 13.5% of all hair transplant procedures were performed on the eyebrow, making this the second…