Hair transplant blog

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,…

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…

Scabs on your scalp can be painful, unsightly, and stressful. They are caused by a multitude of different reasons and conditions – many of which look similar and are easily confused. If this uncertainty wasn't enough to worry about, many…

If you are one of the 13.2% of the UK population who smoke electronic cigarettes [1], you may be wondering if vaping can cause hair loss. While there is currently no simple answer to that question, vaping may indeed contribute…

Hair loss is something that we all tend to worry about at some point in our lives. Whether our hair is starting to thin due to old age, bad diet, or just stress, no one wants to see their 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…

Female pattern hair loss affects more than 10% of women by the age of 50, and more than 30% by the age of 70 [1]. Minoxidil for women is a common medication for treating female hair loss [2].Minoxidil can be…

As with all medical procedures, there are certain things to expect after a hair transplant procedure. One such thing is hair transplant scabs, which often appear within 24 to 48 hours post-surgery. These are perfectly normal, and with an estimated…

Telling apart split ends from healthy hair is not usually difficult, especially if you are experiencing dry, brittle hair. And it is normal to be annoyed by your locks’ frizzy appearance. However, not all split ends are easy to spot,…

Although thinning eyebrows are a common problem, it can still be distressing. Eyebrows frame your face, protect your eyes, and are important for non-verbal communication [1]. Eyebrow hair loss can affect your self-confidence — one study on women with eyebrow…

Scarring alopecia is a type of permanent, irreversible hair loss that destroys hair follicles and replaces them with scar tissue. It occurs in 7% of hair loss patients, so while it’s not the most common cause of hair loss, it…

Male pattern baldness (also known as androgenetic alopecia) is usually characterised by hair loss around the temples and the development of a bald spot on the crown. But in rare cases of aggressive androgenetic alopecia, men may see hair loss…

Many women going through menopause choose to have hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to relieve some of the symptoms they experience. As many as 69% of women aged over 50 years are using HRT [1], making it one of the most…

Our hair is exposed to numerous impurities on a daily basis. From styling product residue to environmental pollutants and excess natural oil, all kinds of debris builds up on our scalp and hair, damaging them over time and causing unnecessary…

There's a well-known hair myth that brushing your hair 100 times a day gives you sleek, healthy hair.While this claim has been widely discredited, the rumour persists that brushing your hair can help stimulate hair growth. Everything from the number of…

Mounjaro is a new and promising medication, recently approved in the US and the UK for treating type diabetes and weight loss. However, like any drug, it can also have adverse effects, and a lesser-known one is that Mounjaro can…

Hair loss is a widespread occurrence. Over 85% of men [1] and 55% of women [2] experience it during their lifetime. And the number one cause of hair thinning is androgenetic alopecia. When thinking about this condition, most people imagine…

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…

You may have heard that vitamin B12 deficiency causes hair loss and it may have made you wonder if that is the reason why your hair is falling out. Since approximately 40% of the Western population has low or marginal…

Our hair is so tightly connected with our self-image that up to 14% of women with cancer refuse chemotherapy for hair loss for fear of baldness alone [1]. That is why wigs for cancer patients who want them are not…

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,…

According to the ISHRS 2022 Practice Census [1], the hair transplant industry is flourishing, with a 152% worldwide increase in the number of procedures between 2010 and 2021. That is partly because of new technical developments that have made this…

Castor oil is a traditional natural hair loss remedy that dates back to ancient Egypt [1]. Along with other oils like rosemary and sweet almond, castor oil has been used to stimulate hair growth for centuries.Today, using castor oil on…

A hair transplant after 1 year can show significant results, which can be life-changing if you’re affected by hair loss. It takes most people 10-18 months after a hair transplant to see the final outcome [1][2]. At 1 year post-surgery, you…

An increase in the popularity of natural hair loss treatments makes many wonder who would win an efficacy contest between a natural remedy such as saw palmetto vs Finasteride, the most prescribed treatment for androgenetic alopecia (male pattern baldness).Finasteride is…

Having an itchy scalp can be annoying, especially if you don’t know what’s causing your head to itch. One study found that 25% of the population is affected by an itchy scalp — but according to the NHS, there are…

Retired rugby union player Stuart Hogg has seen dramatic changes in his hairline in recent years. After balding at a relatively young age — in his early twenties — the former Scotland captain decided to undergo a hair transplant to…

Many online sources say that olive oil is good for hair growth. After all, it has a wide range of beneficial properties as it contains antioxidants [1], anti-inflammatory[2] and antimicrobial agents [3]. So it would not be hard to fathom…

Rosemary oil is one of the best-known natural remedies for hair loss. With several studies backing the use of rosemary oil to treat male pattern baldness, it’s unsurprising that so many people turn to rosemary oil for hair growth [1-4].But…