Hair transplant blog

Finasteride vs minoxidil is a common question when it comes to treating hair loss. Minoxidil and finasteride are two of the most popular men’s hair loss treatments on the market today. Both are used by millions of patients to combat…

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…

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…

A hair tattoo for men, or male scalp micropigmentation (SMP), is a hair loss treatment for men that offers an alternative to a hair transplant. While SMP for women can also have great results, we’ll focus on men for this…

When it comes to having a full head of hair and a healthy scalp, it's important to pay attention to the role that essential nutrients play in promoting hair health. Among the many minerals that contribute to our overall well-being,…

Scalp folliculitis, according to the NHS, is usually not serious, though it often causes pain, inflammation and itchiness. It is a common scalp problem that can occur in people of any age or gender, however some are more predisposed to…

If you are one of the 13.2% of the UK population who smoke electronic cigarettes [1], you may be wondering if vaping can cause hair loss. While there is currently no simple answer to that question, vaping may indeed contribute…

Waiting to see your results can be one of the toughest parts of hair transplant recovery. However, patience is your ally, as this process is a marathon, not a sprint. Most patients see their new hair grafts start to grow…

According to the Norwood scale, Norwood 7 is the most advanced stage of male pattern baldness, which accounts for around 95% of hair loss in men [1].By this stage of hair loss, the hairline recedes enough so that there may…

In 2025, Finasteride costs between £11 and £60 per prescription. This depends on the dosage, pack size, pharmacy, and whether you opt for topical or oral Finasteride. In this guide, you’ll learn all about the cost of Finasteride for hair…

From neat bobbed ringlets of the 1920s to bouffant 80s curls, perms have fallen in and out of fashion favour for decades. In recent years, they’ve had a bit of an unlikely resurgence among young men, with K-pop stars, TikTokers,…

Male pattern baldness is a very common condition, affecting 85% of men at some point in life [1]. Anyone can experience it, including famous musicians, such as Coldplay’s lead singer, Chris Martin. The artist struggled with hair loss throughout his…

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…

Norwood 5 is an advanced stage of male pattern hair loss. At this stage, you can see thinning across the scalp, with your receding hairline starting to deepen towards the mid-scalp, and an expanding bald spot on the crown. Not all men with male…

Using mustard oil for hair growth from the first signs of hair loss may seem like a good idea since it is reputed to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties [1]. But are these purported benefits for your scalp supported…

With more celebrities openly opting for hair transplants, the process is becoming more talked about. This open conversation can oftentimes lead to hair transplant speculation, especially when it comes to footballers and their changing hairlines.Like many footballers before him (here's a…

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…

Caffeine is the world’s most popular stimulant. Famously found in coffee, tea, and energy drinks, most adults drink at least one of these beverages every day. In the UK alone, people drink around 95 million cups of coffee every day.Caffeine…

Male pattern baldness (also known as androgenetic alopecia) is usually characterised by hair loss around the temples and the development of a bald spot on the crown. But in rare cases of aggressive androgenetic alopecia, men may see hair loss…

After getting a hair transplant, you’ll normally need a sterile bandage over your donor area. This helps to prevent infection and protect the small wounds on your scalp from being accidentally touched. In most cases, your hair transplant bandage only…

Hair is a significant part of any gender transition. Biologically, people assigned female at birth (AFAB) develop different hairlines to those assigned male at birth (AMAB). So if you’re already experiencing the signs of male pattern baldness as a trans…

Research shows that about 85% of men experience male pattern baldness at some point in life [1], and celebrities are no exception. However, surgical hair restoration can provide a simple and permanent solution to that. In the actor’s own words,…

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].…

DHT blocking shampoos are being touted as a solution for male pattern baldness, a confidence-knocking condition that affects millions of men.Even though DHT blocking shampoos often contain ingredients that have been shown to encourage hair growth, there’s no evidence yet to…

Many hair transplant patients worry about whether their hair transplant will look natural. It's an understandable concern — when you're investing money and hope in hair restoration surgery, you want to know your hair will look good at the end…

Hair transplants are safe, simple procedures, as patients typically experience minor and temporary side effects. However, in rare cases, complications can also occur. Research shows that only 1% of patients develop hair follicle infection or inflammation, such as scalp folliculitis,…

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…

Male pattern hair loss is an extremely common condition. It affects half of all men by the time they're 50 — with some people beginning to lose hair as early as their late teens or early 20s [1] [2].While pattern baldness (also…

Everyone is trying to get healthier hair, which is why the global hair care market was valued at almost 100 billion dollars in 2023 [1]. Hair oils make up about a third of that market. However, not all commercially available…

Hair mesotherapy is an injection to treat hair loss and improve hair growth. There’s a growing demand for non-surgical cosmetic procedures [1], and mesotherapy fits perfectly with that trend. Current research on mesotherapy is promising — one systematic review involving…