Hair transplant blog

Hair thinning in women is often temporary and reversible, but it can still be a concern. It occurs for lots of different reasons: medical conditions, lifestyle factors, and genetics can all play a part. Due to the varying nature of…

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…

Beards are becoming more popular. A YouGov survey found that almost two-thirds of men in the 18-39 age group now have facial hair, up from 43% ten years ago [1]. As a result, many men with patchy or uneven facial…

It’s not uncommon for celebrities to want to have hair transplants. Like everyone else, they are just as likely to suffer from male or female pattern baldness at some point in their lives.Some celebrities who have had hair transplants, like…

Hair loss is a widespread phenomenon: 85% of men [1] and 55% of women [2] experience a form of alopecia at some point during their lives. Minoxidil has been one of the most commonly used treatments for decades [3], but…

The concept of 3D printing is now firmly established and since its invention in 1979 has progressed rapidly into mainstream areas such as engineering, manufacturing, science and medicine. Though most are aware of the term few know exactly where it…

Using onion oil for hair has been popularised on social media in recent years, leading many to try this DIY hair remedy at home. But is there actually any scientific evidence to back up the use of onion oil for…

Norwood 1 is the earliest stage on the Norwood Scale. It doesn't present noticeable hair loss. Norwood 1 is categorised as an adolescent hairline, meaning most teenagers and men will have this hairline as they mature. There is usually no need…

Losing your hair can have a serious impact on your confidence. That’s why many women seek medication to tackle their hair loss. DHT blockers are known to help with men’s hair loss — but are they also effective for female…

Artificial hair implants were a subject of debate during the 80s/90s. In 1983, the controversial procedure was banned by the FDA following unsafe, aggressive, and detrimental practices. Now an artificial transplant product, Biofibre, has a CE mark in the UK,…

It is a common hair loss treatment myth that hair restoration surgery can only help balding people. A forehead hair transplant can work as well to balance your facial proportions as it can to correct a receding hairline. This simple and effective procedure is…

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…

Wondering if a hair test for allergies could be the easy, no-needle test you’ve been looking for? Around 6% of UK adults have a food allergy [1]. Hair analysis tests are marketed as a way of identifying allergies or intolerances…

Hair transplantation is a permanent solution for individuals who have suffered from hair loss and would like to have their hair restored.If you are ready to find out more about the FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation) hair transplant process, read on…

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…

It takes several months to see sustained growth after a FUE hair transplant or a FUT strip surgery procedure. But by month 4 after your hair restoration surgery, you should start to see some proper progress. At this stage, most…

After hair transplant surgery, playing around with your new hair it is one of the first things you want to do. This might include using a hair dryer after your hair transplant, or using styling products like wax and gel.Being…

Originally used as a treatment for high blood pressure, Minoxidil is now best known as one of the world's most successful hair loss treatments. Soon after its approval, reports suggested that up to 80% of patients taking it as an antihypertensive drug…

Platelet-rich plasma therapy — or PRP therapy — is a safe and effective method for promoting hair regrowth in many patients with hair loss. But PRP hair treatment costs are relatively high, and they quickly ramp up with regular treatments.…

If you are constantly experiencing scalp tightness, itching and flaking, you may need to try a dry scalp treatment [1]. However, choosing the right one for you can be difficult, as the right therapeutic approach depends on the underlying cause…

If you are one of the 85% [1] of men or 55% of women [2] to experience hair loss at some point in life, you may have considered the possibility of getting a hair transplant. But it can be difficult…

Around 26% of women who use birth control choose the pill as a safe and effective way to prevent unwanted pregnancy [1]. Out of the many different forms of contraception such as birth control injections, implants, and contraceptive diaphragms, the…

Our eyebrows get thinner as we get older, and this can prematurely age us. Fuller eyebrows can make us look younger, fresher, and more radiant. There are many eyebrow replacement options available, including microblading, eyebrow tattoos, and eyebrow transplant at our London hair…

Research shows that amitriptyline is effective in treating mood disorders and chronic pain. However, like any medication, it can also have some unwanted side effects [1]. Antidepressants have a reputation for potentially causing hair thinning, especially with prolonged use. So…

A 500 graft hair transplant is usually the minimum number of grafts you can get in one session and is considered a small hair transplant. If you need fewer grafts than this, your hair loss may not be extensive enough…

Male pattern baldness is a very common condition, affecting 85% of men at some point in life [1]. Anyone can experience it, including famous musicians, such as Coldplay’s lead singer, Chris Martin. The artist struggled with hair loss throughout his…

Akon's hair transplantation is one of many hair restoration surgeries undergone by celebrities in recent years, as this type of procedure is becoming increasingly popular. Since 85% of men experience male pattern baldness by the age of 50 [1], more and more famous…

Premier League stalwart and England international Danny Ings sported a very different hairstyle in 2023/24 pre-season training and games, following a hair transplant at London’s Mayfair Hair Clinic (a bespoke VIP service of the Wimpole Clinic).So what do we know about…

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…

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…