Hair transplant blog

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,…

Recent years have brought significant innovations to the field of hair restoration, giving hope to the 85% of men [1] and 55% of women [2] who experience hair loss at some point in life. However, not all hair growth treatments…

If you are suffering from hair loss, you will no doubt have done considerable research for remedies and treatments to try and fix or cure your hair loss, whatever the cause. Whilst many people opt for disguising their hair loss…

Hair extensions are one of the most popular hair accessories for women. In 2023, the hair extension market was worth more than $4.5bn globally, with demand increasing year-on-year [1].Hair extensions can enhance the volume and appearance of your hair, so…

Greying is a natural part of the ageing process. Research shows that up to 23% of people have 50% grey hair at the age of 50 [1]. If you’re looking to embrace this change sooner rather than later, transitioning to…

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…

Beauty influencers have long been praising the benefits of coconut oil for hair health. It is one of the most effective treatments for hair that feels like straw, as it can deeply moisturise and nourish your tresses, restoring dry, brittle…

For many women, menopause is a particularly trying time in their lives, as hormonal changes trigger several distressing physical and psychological symptoms. It is already hard enough to deal with mood swings, irritability, hot flashes, and loss of a good…

Clip-on hair extensions are used mainly by women to create the impression of longer, thicker hair. One survey found that a third of women wear hair extensions, but nearly 90% don’t tell anyone they’re wearing them [1].It’s no surprise so…

After getting a hair transplant, you’ll normally need a sterile bandage over your donor area. This helps to prevent infection and protect the small wounds on your scalp from being accidentally touched. In most cases, your hair transplant bandage only…

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…

It's natural to have concerns about the stability of hair grafts after undergoing a hair transplant, particularly with regards to the length of time it takes for them to become firmly anchored and resistant to accidental displacement caused by activities such…

Rosemary oil is an essential oil that can be used to promote hair growth. Multiple studies have shown it has strong potential as a treatment for male pattern baldness [1-3].Like all hair loss treatments, using rosemary oil for hair growth…

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…

Traction alopecia (TA) is a common form of alopecia that can affect both men and women. This type of loss of hair is characterised by balding caused by repeatedly pulling on your hair, usually as a result of wearing tight…

Whether you’ve just started to thin around your temples or you’re already approaching the latter stages of male pattern baldness, it’s natural to wonder if there’s any way to reverse balding. Statistics show that many of us fear going bald,…

Hair transplants are more popular than ever. The market for hair restoration surgery has grown by 10% since 2016 (1).Many celebrities now turn to hair transplants. Celebs like David Beckham, Tom Hanks, Andros Townsend, Harry Kane, and Elon Musk have…

Your hairline frames your face and can have a big impact on your appearance. A receding hairline may make women appear masculine, older than their years, and less attractive [1]. In contrast, bald men or men with a receding hairline…

Nearly 50% of men will have difficulties growing a full beard. To those who have no issues with facial hair, this may not sound like a huge deal or even a blessing not having to battle with a razor everyday…

Hormones are essential to the good functioning of our body, and some of them play an important role in healthy hair growth. However, when they are insufficient, excessive or imbalanced (or we are overly sensitive to them), they can also…

14 days after your hair transplant, you'll be curious about seeing the results begin to emerge. You may also feel anxious about losing grafts or whether you can safely return to your usual hair routines and day-to-day activities.At this early stage…

Topical Minoxidil is one of the most widely used and effective hair loss medications. Microneedling with a derma roller is also a good way to stimulate your hair follicles for growth. Recent studies have revealed that using topical Minoxidil together…

From quiffs to slicked-back looks, hair gel can help you create all kinds of styles. But can hair gel cause hair loss or hair damage? If you use hair gel daily and you’re seeing high levels of hair loss, you’re probably…

More than 50% of cancer patients are treated with radiotherapy [1], as this treatment can help reduce the size of tumours and delay disease progression with limited damage to surrounding healthy tissue. However, some such collateral tissue damage cannot be…

Rumours have been swirling online about Tiger Woods’ hair transplant. The golf star has been progressively balding for years, but some people wonder whether his hairline is natural or the result of hair restoration surgery. However, Tiger’s hair today is…

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…

Scalp problems can be concerning. Even if you have a common condition, such as dandruff, which affects around 50% of people, you might feel self-conscious and worried about the scalp problem getting worse [1].Scalp problems can also be itchy and…