Hair transplant blog

The hair growth industry is unfortunately flooded with ineffective, unproven products and treatments which promise to magically cure your hair loss. So it is natural to wonder whether laser hair growth caps can really help regrow your hair. While effectiveness…

Hair loss in women in their 20s seems more than a little unfair, doesn’t it? Why would you start losing hair at a time in your life when you expect it to be thick and healthy?Unfortunately for some women, it’s…

So far, there is no permanent baldness cure for the 85% of men and 55% of women who experience hair loss over the course of their lifetime [1][2]. However, research into innovative solutions to cure baldness is developing every day.From…

Eczema is a widespread condition, present in 20% of patients seeking medical care for dermatological problems [1]. But there are many kinds of eczema out there, some better known than others. Follicular eczema is a minor and lesser-known form of…

Hair transplant statistics show that over 70% of men who choose surgical hair restoration do so to improve their image among their professional contacts or their romantic prospects [1]. Since the way we are perceived socially is often important to…

According to the ISHRS 2022 Practice Census [1], the hair transplant industry is flourishing, with a 152% worldwide increase in the number of procedures between 2010 and 2021. That is partly because of new technical developments that have made this…

Rogaine (or Regaine in the UK) is the brand name of the popular hair growth medication Minoxidil. It has two major product ranges: Rogaine (Regaine) for men and for women, as both genders can benefit from this treatment. Minoxidil has a…

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,…

Some people believe that Tamsulosin enhances Dutasteride effects against hair loss because these two medications can be successfully combined for treating prostate enlargement. But when it comes to curbing androgenetic alopecia, there are no studies to show that Tamsulosin might…

Finasteride has long been used to stimulate scalp hair growth in men with male pattern baldness. In fact, Finasteride 1mg is the most recommended men’s hair loss treatment, with 69.1% of hair restoration specialists always or often recommending it [1].…

Businessman Gary Goldsmith’s hair transplant has been the talk of the internet ever since he entered the Celebrity Big Brother house with a new, luscious head of hair. Famous for being Kate Middleton’s vivacious uncle, commenters were used to the…

Online influencers have recently been praising the benefits of batana oil for hair growth. However, at this time, researchers know very little about the hair health-enhancing properties of this remedy. Most of what can be gleaned about batana oil for…

Dutasteride is a highly effective treatment for male pattern baldness, as it can reduce dihydrotestosterone (DHT) levels by over 90% [1]. While it’s currently prescribed off-label for hair loss, it works through mechanisms similar to Finasteride and has many of…

Scalp reduction surgery is a procedure that involves removing areas of bald scalp and stretching nearby hair-bearing skin to reduce visible hair loss. Once common, it’s now less popular due to higher risks, visible scarring, and lengthy recovery compared with…

Alopecia is a catch-all term that means hair loss. There are lots of different types of alopecia that affect people in the UK and across the world. In fact, most of us will experience some kind of hair loss at…

The most efficient treatment for hair loss, according to the NHS, depends on the condition which is causing your particular type of alopecia. So if you are one of the 85% of men [1] or 55% [2] of women who…

A recurring scab on the scalp in the same spot can understandably cause some concern. It can be a source of scalp discomfort, tenderness and pain and can present a risk of infection. Moreover, it may make you wonder if…

Although hair loss affects up to 50% of men by age 50 [1] and 8 million UK women [2], there still seems to be a lack of effective topical treatments to prevent baldness. This is mainly because there still isn't…

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…

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…

Minoxidil is a primary ingredient of Minoxidil shampoo. The medication is the only topical drug approved by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) to treat or slow down hair loss. This popular hair growth product can reduce hair…

Sparse eyebrows making you feel self-conscious? You’re not alone. Many people are habitual overpluckers, while others have naturally sparse brow hairs. Some eyebrow hair loss (also known as madarosis) is down to autoimmune conditions like alopecia areata.Our eyebrows are more than…

Thinking about growing a beard? You’ll need to invest some time in the process. While there is some variation in how long it takes to grow a beard, most men can grow a significant beard within two to four months.…

Minoxidil foam is one of the most popular hair loss formulations on the market. With proven effectiveness at tackling lots of different types of alopecia, Minoxidil foam is an excellent first-line treatment for those struggling with hair loss. That’s why…

Dry hair is a very common, albeit frustrating occurrence. It can happen for many reasons, ranging from genes and hormones to overexposure to the elements or harmful hair styling practices [1][2].Fortunately, unless it is accompanied by severe structural damage, dry,…

Does not washing hair cause hair loss? There’s a lot of debate around how often you should wash your hair to keep it strong and healthy [1]. Some believe washing your hair everyday can make your hair fall out, while…

Dutasteride half-life may be a concern if you’re using it as a hair loss treatment. 80% of men experience male pattern baldness by the age of 80 [1], so it’s no surprise that interest in medications to treat this condition…

Your ability to grow facial hair can influence the way you feel about yourself and the way others perceive you [1]. That is why many men want to know what causes their patchy beard. There are several potential causes of beard…

Hair loss affects over 85% of men [1] and 55% of women [2] at some point in their lives. This can have a significant negative impact on their mental health, causing psychological issues such as depression, social withdrawal, anxiety and…