Washing Hair After Hair Transplant

How To Wash Your Hair After A Hair Transplant

Washing your hair after a transplant is crucial for recovery and graft protection. It involves three stages: hands-free rinsing (days 3-5), gentle massage (days 6-10), and normal washing (day 11+). Similar methods apply to Afro-textured hair, long hair, beards, and…

60 Short Hairstyles For Women Over 50

61 Short Hairstyles For Women Over 50 In 2026

Looking for a new short hairstyle to refresh your look? We’ve collated 61 of the best short hairstyles for women over 50. According to our hair loss specialists, each of these styles can help you look and feel more confident…

Minoxidil Timeline: How Long Does Minoxidil Take To Work?

Minoxidil Timeline: How Long Does Minoxidil Take To Work?

Minoxidil is one of the world’s most popular hair loss treatments. It is effective against several kinds of alopecia, from male or female pattern baldness to alopecia areata [1]. But how quickly does Minoxidil work, and when can you expect…

How Does the Half-Life of Finasteride Affect Your Hair Loss?

While it has excellent results in treating male pattern baldness, the half-life of Finasteride is only between 4.7 and 8 hours [1]. This means that it only remains in your system for a relatively short time after taking it. This…

Alopecia Universalis

Alopecia Universalis: Causes, Stages & Treatment Options

When most people think of hair loss, they will usually think of people who go bald or lose the hair on their heads. However, for 1 in 4,000 people [1], hair loss can actually be experienced all over the body.If you…

Are PRP Hair Treatment Side Effects A Risk Worth Taking?

Are PRP Hair Treatment Side Effects a Risk Worth Taking?

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…

Thicker-stronger-and-dandruff-free-hair-in-one-bottle

Thicker, stronger and dandruff free hair in one bottle!

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…

Permanent Hair Restoration For Women: How Does It Work?

Permanent Hair Restoration for Women: How Does it Work?

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…

Turkey Hair Transplant Cost

Hair Transplant Costs In Turkey: Are Low Costs Worth The Risk?

In 2026, the average cost of a hair transplant in Turkey is £1,464, with prices for a 2,800-graft hair transplant ranging from £850 to £2,490. This is much lower than similar procedures in the UK and the US — but…

13 Proven Ways To Fix A Patchy Beard

13 Proven Ways To Fix a Patchy Beard

More than half of British men (54%) sport facial hair today, up from 37% in 2011[1]. So it is not surprising that there is growing interest in how to fix a patchy beard. And there is also a burgeoning industry…

Hair Density

Hair Density: Why It’s Important and How to Measure It

Hair density refers to the number of hair strands that grow per square centimetre on your scalp. It describes how closely your hair strands are packed together, and affects how full your hair looks. Hair density varies from person to…

Is Hair Loss A Sign Of Cancer? Evidence, Causes, Treatment

Is Hair Loss a Sign of Cancer? Evidence, Causes, Treatment

Hair loss is a serious concern for 77% of cancer patients about to start treatment [1]. However, that is normally in anticipation of treatment-induced alopecia, not a symptom they are already experiencing. In the vast majority of cases, hair loss…

Recurring Scab On Scalp In Same Spot

Recurring Scab On Scalp In The Same Spot: Causes, Prevention, Treatment

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…

Do Beard Transplants Look Natural

Do Beard Transplants Look Natural?

Like good dental work, tailoring or a professional shave, achieving a full, effortlessly groomed beard depends on the skill and experience of your beard transplant surgeon. Getting a natural-looking beard with reduced patchiness is usually a top priority for patients…

Mirena IUD Hair Loss Causes, Symptoms And Solutions

Mirena IUD Hair Loss: Causes, Symptoms and Solutions

Approximately 160 million women worldwide use intrauterine devices (IUDs), making up 14% of the total number of contraceptive users [1]. While hormonal IUDs are 99% effective in preventing pregnancy [2], they can also produce side effects in some users, including…

New Hair Loss Wonder Drug

Hope for new hair loss wonder drug

A drug which reverses the effects of hair loss and thinning has always been the holy grail but until now, it has eluded scientists. While there are a number of other topical treatments (Minoxidil, Finasteride & Dutasteride) and hair transplant…

Topical Minoxidil Guide

Topical Minoxidil Guide: Uses, Results & Side Effects

Topical Minoxidil is one of the most popular hair growth products globally. Its market value is predicted to grow by $1bn over the next decade, as more people turn to topical Minoxidil to treat hair loss [1].As one of the…

Norwood 3

Norwood Stage 3: Photos, Treatments, Results

The Norwood Scale is a chart used to measure male pattern baldness. Trichologists and other medical hair specialists can use it to assess your hair loss and suggest the best possible treatment.Norwood 3 is one of the earliest stages on the hair loss…

Widow’s Peak Vs Receding Hairline: How To Tell Them Apart

Widow’s Peak Vs Receding Hairline: How to Tell Them Apart

Confused about which type of hairline you have? It’s not always easy to tell the difference between a widow’s peak vs a receding hairline. And if you’re worried about androgenetic alopecia, it can be an important distinction to make. This condition…

Finasteride Transgender

Can Transgender People Use Finasteride For Hair Loss?

Finasteride is a popular hair loss treatment for people experiencing male pattern baldness. But Finasteride can also be used by transgender people as part of their gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) to control scalp hair loss and body hair growth.In this…

What Does A Hair Doctor Do?

What Does A Hair Doctor Do And When Should I See One?

It’s normal to shed up to 80-100 hairs per day [1], but if you’re noticing more hair loss in the shower than usual, it may be best to see a hair doctor. Trichologists are known as hair doctors despite the fact…

Scalp 10 Days After Hair Transplant Featured Image

Hair Transplant After 10 Days: Photos, Results & Aftercare

By day 10 after a hair transplant, your scalp will have mostly healed. Most of the scabs will have come off, and you can start to resume many of your regular activities. However, some grafts may still be fragile, so…

Why Do Men Go Bald And Not Women

Why is Hair Loss More Common in Men than Women?

Whilst both men and women can experience hair loss, it tends to be more noticeable in men.
Does Ashwagandha Cause Hair Loss Or Help Regrowth?

Does Ashwagandha Cause Hair Loss or Help Regrowth?

Ashwagandha, a herb used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, has been gaining popularity as an alternative hair loss treatment. Initial research is promising, but there are concerns surrounding the lack of product standardisation and robust clinical trials on the herb as…

Does Hard Water Cause Hair Loss

Does Hard Water Cause Hair Loss? A Science-Backed Answer

Do you know if your home is supplied with hard or soft water? Around 60% of the UK uses hard water [1], so there’s a good chance you use it for drinking, washing, cooking, and more. Evidence on hard water…

Man Affected By Finasteride Shedding

Finasteride Shedding: What Is It And Why Does It Happen?

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…

Mustard Oil For Hair

Mustard Oil for Hair Growth: An Evidence-Based Review

Using mustard oil for hair growth from the first signs of hair loss may seem like a good idea since it is reputed to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties [1]. But are these purported benefits for your scalp supported…

My Hair Is So Thin I Can See My Scalp

My Hair Is So Thin I Can See My Scalp: What Should You Do?

Hair thinning may be something that naturally occurs with age, but that doesn't mean that it isn't disappointing the first time you notice your scalp peaking through your hair.Whether you are male or female, hair thinning is something that can…

Do Steroids Cause Hair Loss

Do Steroids Cause Hair Loss?

Anabolic steroids, often referred to simply as "steroids", are usually taken for building muscle mass. Anabolic steroids are structurally similar to testosterone, and some behave in a similar way. So you may be worried that taking steroids can lead to…