Hair transplant blog

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…

If you’re looking for treatments for hair that feels like straw, you are probably experiencing hair dryness. This can happen for multiple reasons, from being out in the hot sun for too long to excessive heat styling to using hair…

High porosity hair tends to lack shine and strength compared to healthy hair, and is more prone to hair breakage. In contrast, healthy hair tends to have relatively low porosity, making it highly reflective and shiny [1]. Highly porous hair easily…

Many footballers have taken the step to restore their hair by undergoing a hair transplant. Although they may not come out and openly talk about it, the results seem to speak for themselves when we look at players such as David…

Some antiseizure medications can cause hair loss as a side effect [1]. For example, valproate can cause alopecia in 3.5%-12% of patients [2]. However, not all drugs in this class produce this adverse reaction. Gabapentin is generally considered a safe…

Hair transplants are usually unsuitable for alopecia areata patients, mainly due to unpredictable flare-ups and the possibility of spontaneous regrowth. In both cases, patients are likely to get unsatisfactory results from a hair transplant, so symptom management for alopecia areata…

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…

There’s much less stigma surrounding male hair loss treatments than there used to be. As a result, more companies are cropping up to take advantage of this growing market. Sons is one such company, selling hair loss products online to…

If you are wondering how to tell your hairline is receding, you may be worried about developing male pattern baldness. That is a valid concern, as this condition affects 85% of men by the time they are 50 [1].Sudden changes…

With all the research on diet and vitamin intake, the market for supplements that claim to treat the loss of hair continues to grow. Vitamin supplementation is one of the most popular ways to combat the loss of hair.The global vitamins for hair…

While more research is needed, there is some evidence that you could effectively use scalp massagers for hair growth stimulation. That may be because they can improve blood flow to your hair roots, stretch your hair follicles to help you produce…

If you’re completely bald, you may assume a hair transplant isn’t possible. This is because, in order to perform a full hair transplant on the scalp, a surgeon will need to harvest groups of healthy hair follicles from a donor…

Alopecia areata is a common type of hair loss, which affects around 1 in every 170 adults in the UK [1]. That means there are more than 300,000 people in the UK with alopecia areata. Despite so many people having his…

Trichoclasis is the technical term for a type of hair breakage that can result in split ends. Unlike other hair conditions, trichoclasis can occur in normal hair due to rough handling and a damaging hair care routine.Keep reading this article…

If you want to go against the grain these days, it’s time to go clean-shaven. See what we did there!? In a time when bushy beards seem to be king, perhaps the clean-cut among us are the real modern-day rebels?…

There are myriad shampoos and conditioner brands on the market, all proclaiming benefits for the hair and scalp - but many do not live up to expectation. It may explain the frequency with which many of us change the products…

As stigma in the field of hair loss management is finally subsiding, there is increasing online chatter about the various ways to regain your youthful hair fullness. However, it is not always clear what each option entails. Many people wonder…

If you’ve been using Minoxidil to slow down your hair loss and promote hair growth, you may be wondering if and when you can stop using Minoxidil.Minoxidil is designed for daily use, so most users must apply Minoxidil everyday to…

Most people have seen at least one Kevin Costner film over the years. However, few are aware that at the peak of his fame, the movie star was struggling with male pattern baldness. While it is now common for celebrities…

Many men first notice they’re losing hair when it starts receding at the temples. A receding hairline is one of the first signs of male pattern baldness, the most common type of hair loss worldwide. Male pattern hair loss affects…

Male pattern baldness is the most common cause of hair loss, affecting 85% of men at some point in their lives [1]. Finasteride is one of the most effective and commonly prescribed treatments for this condition. However, Finasteride results only…

Justin Bieber broke onto the scene as a baby-faced popstar with an iconic hairstyle aged just 13. But now, more than 15 years later, Justin Bieber wears a hat or hood in most public appearances, leading to speculation that his…

Everyone is trying to get healthier hair, which is why the global hair care market was valued at almost 100 billion dollars in 2023 [1]. Hair oils make up about a third of that market. However, not all commercially available…

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…

Hair loss is a hugely distressing physical issue for men (and increasingly women). A YouGov America survey found that most 18-24 year olds -- male and female -- are "terrified" of going bald [1]. So what causes hair loss? And…

Protecting your skin from solar radiation is vital, as 48 new melanoma skin cancer cases are diagnosed daily in the UK [1]. However, while most people are aware that using sunscreen is healthy for their skin, not everyone knows they…

While folic acid is widely known as a pregnancy supplement, the vitamin is increasingly involved in hair-growth discussions. It is estimated that 75% of UK women between 16 – 49 suffer from low folate levels.In this article, we examine whether…

Olaplex is a brand of hair products that have been endorsed by celebrities and influencers including Kim Kardashian. Their products include shampoos, conditioners, and hair masks that are designed to make damaged hair healthier — especially for those who bleach…