Hair transplant blog

Businessman Gary Goldsmith’s hair transplant has been the talk of the internet ever since he entered the Celebrity Big Brother house with a new, luscious head of hair. Famous for being Kate Middleton’s vivacious uncle, commenters were used to the…

Even if you’re in the early stages of researching male hair loss treatments, chances are you’ve already come across the big two: Finasteride and Minoxidil. These are the most popular hair loss medications worldwide, with more than half of hair…

Diabetes may be associated with several types of hair loss due to insulin resistance, autoimmune activity, stress, poor circulation, and certain medications. The relationship varies by diabetes type, with links to alopecia areata, pattern hair loss, and temporary shedding, and…

Sideburns are the link between a man’s scalp hair and beard. And while they’re often overlooked, when you have sparse, thinning, or unruly sideburns, it can make day-to-day grooming pretty tricky.So how can you style your sideburns to make the…

Waking up to your scalp itching a day after washing your hair can be frustrating and concerning, especially if it is accompanied by hair loss. You may be wondering if the discomfort comes from the hair products you use or…

Waking up in the morning to find that you have suddenly greasy hair can be very frustrating, especially if you've just washed it. But you may be relieved to know that there are many reasons your scalp may be oily…

Most people have seen at least one Kevin Costner film over the years. However, few are aware that at the peak of his fame, the movie star was struggling with male pattern baldness. While it is now common for celebrities…

Do you ever look at your hair in the mirror and wonder if you have a normal hair parting width or the beginning of diffuse thinning? If so, you are not alone.Even though hair loss is more common in men…

Hair poliosis is a rare condition that you can be born with or develop suddenly, alongside other health disorders. It produces a discoloured patch of hair, which may be permanent or may resolve once the underlying condition is treated [1]. Poliosis…

Just as your scalp had healed after your surgical hair restoration, you may be disheartened to see your newly implanted hair falling out. This is commonly known as hair transplant shock loss and can represent a considerable source of stress…

Research shows that about 85% of men experience male pattern baldness at some point in life [1], and celebrities are no exception. However, surgical hair restoration can provide a simple and permanent solution to that. In the actor’s own words,…

Thinking about donating your hair to make a real hair wig? It’s a great way to support people who’ve lost their hair due to health conditions like cancer and alopecia. Hair donations are used to create realistic human hair wigs and…

Eminem’s signature look changed significantly around 2017. Having been clean-shaven for his entire life, Eminem suddenly appeared sporting a beard. As Eminem never even appeared with stubble before 2017, this instantly sparked rumours about a possible beard transplant. If he…

Hair growth is surprisingly slow at around an inch every few months, around 6 inches in total over the year. This growth rate, of course, varies from one person to another with various things affecting it such as nutrition, stress…

Hair transplant repair improves unsatisfactory initial hair transplant results by correcting density issues, unnatural hairlines, scarring, or effects of ongoing hair loss. Using advanced techniques, surgeons can refine previous work, though success depends on donor availability, scarring, and overall suitability…

Hair breakage is a common problem. With so many styling practices now available, it’s no surprise women’s hair is so vulnerable to snapping off mid-strand. But this can sometimes lead to frizzy broken hair on top of the head, which…

Finasteride is known as an effective medication for stopping hair loss caused by male pattern baldness (also known as androgenetic alopecia). Many men use it to control hair loss and maintain their existing hair. But did you know Finasteride can also stimulate…

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…

As stigma in the field of hair loss management is finally subsiding, there is increasing online chatter about the various ways to regain your youthful hair fullness. However, it is not always clear what each option entails. Many people wonder…

The media has recently been presenting Pfizer alopecia treatment Litfulo as a new hope for people experiencing autoimmune hair loss. And research shows that this drug can indeed be quite effective against alopecia areata. But can you also use Lifulo…

While minoxidil isn’t an essential treatment to use after a hair transplant, it is often recommended. It can reduce shock hair loss, accelerate growth, and limit native hair loss, so our hair transplant surgeons often recommend using topical minoxidil as…

Given that over 85% of men [1] and 55% [2] of women experience hair loss in their lifetime, finding a hair growth treatment that works can be a great relief. Studies have shown Minoxidil to be very effective against androgenetic…

Many people worry that using conditioner could make their hair fall out or irritate their scalp, especially when they notice more hair shedding in the shower. But is conditioner really to blame? In most cases, conditioner doesn’t cause hair loss…

Between 15.5% and 38.5% of adolescents worldwide experience teenage hair loss [1]. Hair loss in teenagers can have significant detrimental effects on the individual's self-image and psychological well-being, as well as their ability to form positive relationships with their peers…

Male pattern baldness is the most common hair loss condition in the world. While there's still no cure for baldness, there are now some very successful hair loss treatments on the market, including Finasteride and Propecia.Propecia is the brand name for the generic drug…

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…

Every bride-to-be dreams of making a breathtaking, memorable appearance on her special day. And showstopping hair is only second to the perfect dress when it comes to making an impression to last a lifetime. However, not all the best wedding…

Hair transplants are one of the most effective and long-lasting solutions to extensive hair loss caused by pattern baldness, or androgenetic alopecia. So it makes sense that more people are seeking cost-effective hair transplants since you can’t get a hair…

England cricket captain Ben Stokes has opened up about how hair loss has affected his mental health — and how getting a hair transplant at the Wimpole Clinic has helped him overcome this.Millions of men are affected by hair loss.…

It’s every man and woman's worst nightmare… going bald. Unfortunately for many, hair loss is a very common thing that can affect more than 50% of women [1] and up to 85% of men [2] in their lifetimes.However, just because…