Hair transplant blog

There’s no fixed limit to how many hair transplants you can have; the main constraint is the number of viable donor grafts, which is usually around 6000. Most patients need only one procedure, but additional surgeries may be required due…

Minoxidil spray is one of the most accessible and widely used Minoxidil products. Easy to apply and with proven success as a non-surgical hair loss treatment, Minoxidil spray is a good first-line solution for many different types of alopecia.In this…

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…

Hair transplant deaths are extremely rare, with no reported deaths in the UK. But they can occur when procedures are performed in unsafe conditions, especially in unregulated or unsanitary clinics. Reported fatalities since 2016 mainly involve unqualified practitioners, allergic reactions,…

Many patients say that the first week after their surgical hair restoration is the hardest, as they are waiting for their scalp to heal. So what can you expect from your hair transplant after 7 days? You’ll be happy to…

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…

Hair loss can be a side effect of many medications, causing patients and those undergoing treatment a lot of stress. Telogen effluvium is the most common type of drug-induced hair loss [1]. It’s a type of hair loss that can…

England right-back Kyle Walker is known for his speed, agility, and commanding presence on the pitch. But when it comes to his hair, there’s some speculation he might not have always been so confident. Like many men with male pattern baldness,…

Although it’s normal to naturally lose hair from washing and brushing, when hair loss starts to become more severe, it’s common for patients to jump into action and do something about it.Hair loss is something that affects around 85% of…

Masturbation has been blamed for lots of ailments throughout history, including blindness, fertility problems, and hair loss [1-2]. But even though these myths are still around in the 21st century, they’re not based in fact.There’s no scientific evidence to suggest…

Body hair transplants offer an alternative solution for patients who can’t have scalp hair transplants. This is often because their viable donor scalp hair has been used up, or the recipient area needs more hair than is available in the…

Fewer than 5% of hair restoration surgeries involve over 4000 grafts [1], so among well-reputed hair clinics, an 8000-graft hair transplant is almost unheard of. That is because most patients have neither advanced enough alopecia to warrant this extraordinary graft…

When you’re considering surgical hair restoration, it’s important to know what your results can look like. Different graft volumes can achieve different coverage depending on hair colour, density, and texture. A 1500-graft hair transplant can be ideal for treating mild…

You may know that exposure to the sun is needed to get a natural dose of vitamin D, which is good for your immunity, bones, and skin. But is sunlight good for your hair? There is some scientific indication that…

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…

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…

Losing hair during pregnancy isn't common, but it can be scary despite all the other bodily and hormonal changes you're experiencing. Generally, women lose an average of 50 to 150 hairs over a 24-hour period [1].During this exciting but intense time of…

Using onion oil for hair has been popularised on social media in recent years, leading many to try this DIY hair remedy at home. But is there actually any scientific evidence to back up the use of onion oil for…

Waking up in the morning to find that you have suddenly greasy hair can be very frustrating, especially if you've just washed it. But you may be relieved to know that there are many reasons your scalp may be oily…

A Biofibre hair transplant is an innovative approach to the artificial hair transplant. It allows those who are not candidates for a natural hair transplant to undergo FUE hair restoration surgery.People with conditions that make it impossible for a natural…

Cantu hair products are unlikely to cause hair loss, as their natural oils and butters generally nourish hair. That said, issues like breakage or scalp buildup may occur if Cantu products are used excessively, or on the wrong hair type.…

Despite advances in surgical and non-surgical techniques for tackling hair loss, many people still struggle to find an effective treatment. Enter Redensyl: a relatively new hair loss formula designed to tackle multiple mechanisms of hair loss.But the jury’s still out…

Keratin makes up 65% to 95% of your hair fibre [1]. It’s an essential protein for keeping your hair strong and healthy — but your body can’t absorb keratin from food or other sources, so many people turn to keratin…

Do you know if your home is supplied with hard or soft water? Around 60% of the UK uses hard water [1], so there’s a good chance you use it for drinking, washing, cooking, and more. Evidence on hard water…

In today’s world of marketing misinformation, it can be challenging to find scientifically proven ways to grow thicker hair naturally. More than 85% of men and 55% of women experience hair loss or hair thinning during their lifetime [1][2], and…

It's obvious that hair loss not only alters a person's physical appearance but can also impact their mental state. That's why many people seek to get their hair back through hair loss treatments and hair transplants.Before you leap into medical hair…

If you’re considering a hair transplant, it’s important to understand how many grafts you’ll need for the results you want. The number of hair grafts that you need depends on your level of hair loss according to the Norwood Scale…

Your eyebrows and eyelashes play an important role in shaping your appearance and losing them can significantly impact your self-esteem. But unfortunately madarosis — the clinical name for any condition that causes eyebrow or eyelash hair loss — is fairly…

Follicular unit extraction, or FUE, is the most popular hair transplant technique worldwide, producing natural-looking results in thousands of patients every year. FUE involves extracting each hair graft individually, leaving a tiny wound in the donor area, then implanting the…