Hair transplant blog

Two months after your hair transplant, you may be hoping to see results. Some people will start to see some new hair growth coming through at this stage, especially if they’re using additional treatments like Finasteride, Minoxidil, or PRP hair…

The years leading up to menopause can be a trying and confusing time for most women. Unfortunately, perimenopausal hair loss can only make matters worse. While you may have expected to experience common symptoms, such as hot flashes or mood swings, you…

Finasteride 5mg is a drug primarily used to treat an enlarged prostate caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It can also be used to treat male pattern baldness, although it’s less commonly used than Finasteride 1mg.In this article, learn all…

You may have read about hair transplant horror stories in the news and become nervous about getting this procedure. Some people have been seriously injured, disfigured or even lost their lives after a hair transplant went terribly wrong. However, these…

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,…

If you are wondering how effective steroid injections for hair loss are in treating alopecia areata,  you are likely one of the 2% of the worldwide population who is experiencing this hair loss condition [1]. The good news is that…

Eyebrow tattoos are a cosmetic procedure designed to give you low-maintenance, fuss-free eyebrows that always look great. If you have thin eyebrows due to overplucking or eyebrow hair loss, you may have considered eyebrow tattooing. But getting a facial tattoo…

Eager for your hair to start growing? You could be looking for signs everywhere, especially if your scalp starts to itch.Unfortunately, in most cases, an itchy scalp doesn’t mean hair growth. In fact, an itchy scalp is more commonly linked…

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…

Since 80% of men and 55% of women experience hair loss during their lifetime [1][2], many people go to great lengths to get healthy hair and keep it that way for as long as possible. Shiny, soft, full hair is…

Hair loss is a serious issue. A 2020 YouGov poll found that more than half of those under the age of 45 are “terrified” of going bald [1]. That’s why men and women in Birmingham and around the UK seek…

When a 2018 video of Harry from Love Island’s hair transplant journey surfaced in 2025 [1][2], it was met with mostly positive fan reactions. The public was relieved to see him share his experience so openly and transparently, as his…

Finasteride has been used to treat hair loss and promote hair regrowth for many years now. It’s a hugely successful treatment, with one study finding that 83% of men suffering from male pattern baldness stopped losing hair while taking Finasteride…

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…

Castor oil has been used for hair care for thousands of years. In Ancient Egypt, women combined castor oil with sweet almond, rosemary, and fir oils to promote hair growth [1]. It’s also used as a hair conditioner for babies…

If you’re a woman with hair loss, you might have stumbled across Hair Gain Capsules online. These tablets are said to support hair health and even promote hair growth. So what’s the story when it comes to Hair Gain Capsules?Here,…

If you're looking to prevent further hair loss or are seeking treatment options to help regrow hair, chances are you will need to discuss your hair loss condition with a trichologist. A trichologist needs to conduct some routine trichology tests…

If you’re experiencing hair loss, you may be wondering whether a trichologist vs a dermatologist is best suited to help you. Hair loss is incredibly common and the most prevalent type, androgenetic alopecia, affects 80% of men and 50% of…

Male pattern baldness affects most men at some stage of their life. By the age of 70, 80% of all men will have started to go bald, with many men approaching the latter stages of hair loss by this time…

If you are one of the 85% of men who experience hair loss during their lifetime [1], a shaved head might seem like the simplest and most comfortable solution. It is one of the best hairstyles for men with thinning…

With more than 703,000 surgeries performed in 2021 alone, hair transplants are one of the most popular cosmetic procedures in the world [1, 2]. The number of transplants taking place has exploded by 152% over the last decade, as more…

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) hair treatment is an effective treatment for hair loss. It involves harvesting regenerative cells from your blood and reinjecting them to areas of thinning hair to encourage regrowth and regeneration. Research shows encouraging results with regard to the…

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…

Anaemia is a very common condition, affecting 2 billion people worldwide [1]. It is known to cause a range of symptoms and produce a wide range of health complications. But could iron deficiency anaemia cause hair loss?Certain forms of anaemia…

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…

You may have heard stories of beautiful, noble Chinese and Japanese women who used rice water for hair growth. They believed this hair treatment was the secret to their dark, silky, floor-length tresses. To this day, this natural remedy is…

It is normal to wonder what to expect during your hair transplant recovery period, so you can prepare physically and emotionally for it. And many patients are as nervous about the healing process as they are about the surgery itself. However,…

Hair loss hairstyles for thinning hair on crown can be a lifesavers if you’re lacking hair. Female pattern hair loss, which is often diffuse but concentrated around the crown [1], affects 30% of women by the age of 30 [2].…

While hair loss is more common in men than in women, that doesn’t mean that female alopecia is a rare occurrence. Studies show that 55% of the female population [1] experience hair thinning at some point in their lives. And…