Hair transplant blog

Whether you’re trying to grow out a bad haircut or keeping an eye out for potential hair loss, it can be annoying when it feels like your hair hasn’t grown as fast as you would have hoped.In general, an average…

Minoxidil foam is one of the most popular hair loss formulations on the market. With proven effectiveness at tackling lots of different types of alopecia, Minoxidil foam is an excellent first-line treatment for those struggling with hair loss. That’s why…

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…

Dutasteride is a DHT hormone-blocking drug used to treat male pattern baldness. It’s often prescribed if you haven’t seen success with other male hair loss treatments, such as Finasteride.Male pattern baldness affects up to 80% of men by the age…

Jamie Foxx is an international icon. Like many celebrities, he’s gone through some dramatic changes in his appearance over the years.But the sudden changes in his hairline left people wondering if Jamie Foxx had a hair transplant. If he did,…

Azelaic acid for hair growth is gaining interest in the world of research. This natural compound is known for its use in skin health serums and treatments, but there’s some promising research on its role as a treatment for hair…

Some antiseizure medications can cause hair loss as a side effect [1]. For example, valproate can cause alopecia in 3.5%-12% of patients [2]. However, not all drugs in this class produce this adverse reaction. Gabapentin is generally considered a safe…

Type 2a hair describes the loosest kind of waves on the hair type chart. Each form of wavy or curly hair has a unique character that requires a personalised approach to care. Caring for your hair can be time-consuming and complex,…

Male hair loss is a common problem. By the age of 70, 80% of men will have moderate to extensive hair loss [1-2]. This can have a serious impact on your confidence and self-image.While there’s no cure for baldness, there…

Around 60% of the human body is made up of water [1], and everyone knows water is essential to life. Not drinking enough fluids can cause a wide range of health symptoms, but can dehydration cause hair loss? Well-known brands sell…

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…

Established as one of the world's most popular treatments for male pattern baldness, Finasteride is also among the most effective. One study found approximately 90% of men see improvements in hair loss following Finasteride use [1].While many male hair loss patients take oral Finasteride, topical Finasteride has…

Over 35 million men and 21 million women are affected by hair loss globally [1] and not everyone wants to sit back and watch their hair continue to fall out. This is why there's such an extensive range of treatment options out…

The last thing you want after getting a permanent hair transplant is further hair shedding. Especially when it involves your brand-new grafts. That’s why many patients feel understandably frustrated and concerned when they develop hair transplant shedding 2-3 weeks after…

Minoxidil is one of the world’s most popular hair growth medications, due to its high levels of safety and effectiveness [1]. However, so far, only the topical formulation has been FDA and MHRA-approved for treating androgenetic alopecia, while oral tablets…

Hair loss is incredibly common, and over 50% of women and 80% of men will experience hair shedding at some point in their life [1]. If you’re experiencing hair loss, it’s natural to wonder how to get hair to grow…

The role of a pubic hair transplant is to restore hair to the pubic area. This procedure can reverse the effects of laser hair removal and treat a range of medical conditions that cause pubic hair loss. Pubic hair transplants generally…

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…

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…

The mission to reverse grey hair has been ongoing for decades. Hair greying affects 74% of people aged 45-65 [1], and men tend to develop more greys than women.  While hair greying is a natural part of ageing, many people…

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…

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…

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…

2B hair is a type of wavy hair. It’s a common hair type for men in the UK because 40% of people of European descent have wavy locks [1]. Of the remaining 60%, 45% have straight hair, and 15% have…

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…