Hair transplant blog

Between 15.5% and 38.5% of adolescents worldwide experience teenage hair loss [1]. Hair loss in teenagers can have significant detrimental effects on the individual's self-image and psychological well-being, as well as their ability to form positive relationships with their peers…

You may have heard that a hair transplant is as close as you can get to a cure for baldness with today’s medical technology. And that if you are one of the 85% of men [1] and 55% of women…

Both Keeps and Hims are well known in the world of men's health and products. But which of these brands would win in a Keeps vs Hims best choice for hair loss treatment contest? It is difficult to say, as the…

Our hair is exposed to numerous impurities on a daily basis. From styling product residue to environmental pollutants and excess natural oil, all kinds of debris builds up on our scalp and hair, damaging them over time and causing unnecessary…

Both men and women fall victim to hair loss and baldness, but what are the causes and what can be done about it? We see television ads, internet posts and other advertisements that boast products that can miraculously combat baldness…

Everyone has something to say about Donald Trump’s hair. Most 78-year-old men show signs of a receding hairline or temple hair loss, but not Trump. He knows his hair is a subject of discussion and has even poked fun at…

A thinning fringe can make your favourite hairstyle look underwhelming. However, given the fact that 55% of women will experience hair loss or thinning during their lifetime [1], you are far from alone in this situation.This is a little-known fact…

If you are wondering about the causes of female hair loss at the temples, you might be one of the 55% of women who are experiencing hair loss during their lifetime [1]. While temporal hair loss is more common for…

If you regularly wear over-ear headphones, you may wonder if they are linked to hair loss. Headphones are associated with hearing loss [1], but so far, there are no studies on headphone-related hair shedding.Research shows that roughly 85% of men…

From age to genetics to stress, there are many factors that impact balding and hair loss. Over time, these traits can combine to leave you with major hair loss that impacts your self-confidence.This can leave you wondering if it’s too late…

Wondering whether hairspray is bad for your hair?. It makes sense —  a few decades ago, hairspray contained harmful substances, many of which could hurt your lungs, damage your hair, and even cause cancer [1-4]. Fortunately, regulations and products have…

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…

Nanoxidil is a relatively new hair loss formula that was first released in 2011. Specifically formulated to tackle male pattern baldness and female pattern hair loss, Nanoxidil is claimed to have fewer side effects than other medications, while still reducing hair loss and promoting hair…

Innovative hair growth therapies have emerged in the past years, hoping to ease the burden of over 85% of men [1] and 55% of women [2] who experience hair loss at some point in life. PRP hair treatments have been…

If you are wondering if Prince Harry had a hair transplant, you are not the only one. As recent photos posted by the royal family member on his wellness website, BetterUp [1], show him with a full head of hair,…

Wash and wear haircuts for women over 60 can help simplify your beauty routine. These styles look effortlessly polished with a simple wash and minimal styling, freeing up more time in your day. Up to 50% of women develop androgenetic alopecia…

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…

You may have read about unwanted finasteride side effects such as erectile dysfunction, depression or infertility and wondered whether Finasteride is worth it. However, it is the most prescribed hair loss medication in the world for a good reason. Ample…

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…

A thick, full beard style is one of the first things that comes to mind when imagining this Hollywood superstar. But as he has occasionally proven, for Jason Momoa, no beard is no problem either. Since the beginning of his…

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…

You may have heard stories of beautiful, noble Chinese and Japanese women who used rice water for hair growth. They believed this hair treatment was the secret to their dark, silky, floor-length tresses. To this day, this natural remedy is…

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…

Hair loss can be caused by a multitude of reasons. For some people, it can be attributed to genetic factors [1], and for others, it could be temporary hair loss caused by a particularly stressful event in your life.Another reason that people…

Eyebrow trends have favoured thicker, fuller brows in recent years, leading to a boom in the popularity of eyebrow transplants. Eyebrow transplants account for more than 11% of all hair transplant surgeries in women, and more than 2% in men…

Even if you’re in the early stages of researching male hair loss treatments, chances are you’ve already come across the big two: Finasteride and Minoxidil. These are the most popular hair loss medications worldwide, with more than half of hair…

3,000 graft hair transplants are generally safe and suitable for those with moderate balding caused by male or female pattern hair loss. FUE, FUT, or a combination of both can effectively restore your hairline with 3,000 grafts, while still leaving…

It’s normal to shed up to 80-100 hairs per day [1], but if you’re noticing more hair loss in the shower than usual, it may be best to see a hair doctor. Trichologists are known as hair doctors despite the fact…

Do you have to shave your head for a hair transplant? This is one of the top questions we get asked at the Wimpole Clinic. Unshaven hair transplants, also known as unshaven FUE or UFUE transplants, are becoming more and…