Hair transplant blog

Hair shedding is a normal part of life. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, it’s normal to shed between 50 and 100 hairs per day [1] as part of your normal hair growth cycle. However, you may notice the…

The most common type of hair loss in men is male pattern baldness. Affecting over 6.5 million men in the UK, it’s not surprising many men are searching for a cure for their thinning hair. Alpecin shampoo is one of…

At present, Finasteride 1mg for hair loss is not available for patients through the National Health Service. Only Finasteride 5mg is available to NHS patients with a legitimate medical condition. However, these Finasteride tablets are prescribed for conditions such as an enlarged…

Hair loss is a common problem that affects over 40% of men aged 40+ across the globe [1]. Many men who are suffering from this choose to take medication or male hair loss treatments to prevent further hair loss and stimulate hair…

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…

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…

Hair loss is a known side effect of certain types of surgery. Weight loss (bariatric) surgery, in particular, is known to lead to increased hair fall during recovery. One study found that 57% of weight loss surgery patients experienced hair…

Eminem’s signature look changed significantly around 2017. Having been clean-shaven for his entire life, Eminem suddenly appeared sporting a beard. As Eminem never even appeared with stubble before 2017, this instantly sparked rumours about a possible beard transplant. If he…

Hair loss is a common concern that affects both men and women, and it can have a significant impact on one’s self-esteem and confidence. Many individuals find themselves worrying about thinning hair or receding hairlines, searching for effective ways to…

Afro hair is an important part of many people’s identities. So taking good care of your hair is vital for keeping it healthy and looking its best.While there are now more products specifically designed to help you look after your…

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…

Hair loss is a natural part of ageing. But it can have a serious impact on individuals, contributing to mental health issues like anxiety and depression [1]. One study found that having alopecia areata can increase the risk of major…

Biotin has been lauded as a magical hair growth remedy. There are Instagram pages dedicated to it and influencers who seem to swear by it for their hair, skin, and nails. However, while it’s definitely important to get a healthy…

The average, healthy person has between 80,000 and 100,000 hairs on their scalp and many more on their body [1]. Each strand has the same complex yet elegant hair anatomy. Learning about the structures that develop, protect and nourish hair…

Getting a robotic hair transplant sounds like something from a science fiction movie. However, the technology for this hair loss treatment has been perfected and FDA-approved for over a decade [1]. It is increasingly used to perform accurate and successful…

Scarring alopecia is a type of permanent, irreversible hair loss that destroys hair follicles and replaces them with scar tissue. It occurs in 7% of hair loss patients, so while it’s not the most common cause of hair loss, it…

Professional dancer and Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke has thick hair with an enviably straight hairline, thanks to multiple hair transplants.Anton Du Beke got his second hair transplant in 2024, and he couldn’t be more delighted with it. When…

Hair loss can cause significant distress to the 85% of men [1] and 55% of women [2] who experience it during their lifetime. That is why the cosmetic industry is always searching for new and improved hair restoration options.Stem cell…

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…

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) hair treatments are successfully used to help treat several types of hair loss, such as androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata [1]. A meta-analysis of 6 PRP clinical trials shows improvements in patient hair density and thickness in…

When it comes to hair care, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. As a guy, knowing your hair type can help you create the best possible routine to maintain your hair, and know which products can help you achieve the look…

Male pattern baldness is a progressive hair loss condition that, if left untreated, can advance to complete frontal balding and near total loss of hair at the crown. This is Norwood stage 6 hair loss, and it’s the second most…

While it is one of the few medications approved specifically for weight management, Wegovy can cause hair loss in some people. Studies show that 3% of adults taking this treatment experience hair shedding [1]. However, it is difficult to tell whether this effect is…

Most people only have up to 6000 harvestable grafts at the back of their scalp, so a 6000 graft hair transplant is normally the largest hair transplant you can safely have. However, there are risks associated with such a high…

The scalp would normally defends itself against micro-organisms and fungus infections. It is often the case, however, that the defence system becomes weakened and fungal infections develop. When this occurs the scalp is unable to defend itself and develops a…

Since hair loss affects over 85% of men [1] and 55% of women [2] during their lifetime, a flourishing hair growth cosmetics market has developed. Nioxin is one of the more popular brands that offer such hair care products. Their…

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…

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…