Hair transplant blog

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…

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…

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…

Since 54% of British men are now wearing facial hair [1], the barbershop industry has flourished. But what if you could learn how to trim a beard like a professional?While it can seem difficult if you’ve never done it before,…

Since 80% of men and 55% of women experience hair loss during their lifetime [1][2], many people go to great lengths to get healthy hair and keep it that way for as long as possible. Shiny, soft, full hair is…

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…

Eyebrow tattoos are a cosmetic procedure designed to give you low-maintenance, fuss-free eyebrows that always look great. If you have thin eyebrows due to overplucking or eyebrow hair loss, you may have considered eyebrow tattooing. But getting a facial tattoo…

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…

There's a well-known hair myth that brushing your hair 100 times a day gives you sleek, healthy hair.While this claim has been widely discredited, the rumour persists that brushing your hair can help stimulate hair growth. Everything from the number of…

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…

Have you ever felt self-conscious about your forehead? People with large foreheads may be perceived as older, more masculine, and less attractive [2]. For 27-year-old Beth Halsey, her forehead was the source of merciless teasing and low self-confidence. After years of…

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) continues to grow in popularity as a hair loss treatment. It’s no surprise, as research continues to show promising results for PRP and its role as a treatment for different types of alopecia. According to one review,…

Your hairline frames your face and can have a big impact on your appearance. A receding hairline may make women appear masculine, older than their years, and less attractive [1]. In contrast, bald men or men with a receding hairline…

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…

Male pattern baldness is the most common type of hair loss a man can develop. It has been shown to affect over 85% of men at some point in their lifetime [1]. Chances of experiencing this condition increase as you…

Jurgen Klopp’s hair transplant is one of the most famous in the Premier League. Unlike many other footballers who’ve had hair transplants, the Liverpool manager has been candid about his procedure, first discussing it in the German tabloid Bild back…

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…

Many people feel self-conscious about their high hairline. This comes as no surprise, considering our forehead’s important role in our overall appearance. In classical aesthetics, a well-balanced and attractive face is split into equal thirds, with the forehead making up…

Hair loss is incredibly common. In fact, androgenetic alopecia (the most frequently encountered form of hair loss) affects 80% of men by the age of 80 [1] and over 50% of women by the age of 60 [2]. Fortunately, surgical…

The global jojoba oil market size was valued at $206 million in 2024 and it is expected to continue to grow [1]. More hair care products are adding this ingredient to their formulation for its many hair health-boosting properties. But…

A 1000 graft hair transplant is ideal for tackling mild to moderate balding caused by male or female pattern hair loss. 1000 grafts is a relatively small procedure, so it’s reserved for those in the early stages of hair loss. …

Although Joel McHale kept quiet about his hair transplant for many years, his hair transformation has taken place in the public eye. Joel went from showing classic signs of male pattern baldness, to a full head of thick, healthy hair.And…

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…

Male pattern baldness affects approximately 85% of men at some point in life [1]. While some can manage this condition with hair growth treatments, others require a permanent hair transplant to treat their hair loss. However, surgical hair restoration is…

There’s a common misconception that the hair used in hair transplantation is donated by a third party. However, the hair transplanted actually comes from your own body. This is called donor hair, and it’s taken from areas that have healthy…

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,…

When you’ve had hair transplant surgery, it’s natural to be eager to see results. But the hair transplant timeline often takes a year or more, so you’ll need to be patient when waiting for your hair transplant results to kick…

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…

Dutasteride and Finasteride are effective treatments for managing male pattern baldness. While only Finasteride is licensed as a hair loss treatment in the UK, several studies have shown that Dutasteride may actually be even more effective at tackling hair loss…