Hair transplant blog

While the increasing popularity for hair transplants suggests that more and more people are successfully regaining their hairline and curing baldness, the reality is that in order to be a good candidate for the procedure there are more prerequisites than…

Considering a hair transplant? Hair loss can have a significant impact on your mental health and how others perceive you [1], which has led to a steady rise in hair transplant procedures around the world. You may have heard of direct…

If you’re completely bald, you may assume a hair transplant isn’t possible. This is because, in order to perform a full hair transplant on the scalp, a surgeon will need to harvest groups of healthy hair follicles from a donor…

Sylvester Stallone has been in the public eye for decades. Like many celebrities, his appearance is an important part of his career and something he’s willing to invest in. When Stallone’s hairline changed in the early 2000s, it prompted fans…

Hair transplants are a great solution to male pattern baldness. They offer a permanent solution to hair loss, but hair transplant surgeries can be expensive or invasive for many men. The average cost of a hair transplant in the UK…

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…

A hair transplant is the most effective hair loss treatment available to the 85% of men [1] and 55% of women [2] who experience hair loss at some point in life. However, while an experienced surgeon can do everything medically…

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…

Preparing properly for a hair transplant can significantly impact your results. From medications to avoid, to lifestyle changes that support healing, this guide shares exactly what to do in the days and weeks leading up to surgery - so you’re…

Both Keeps and Hims are well known in the world of men's health and products. But which of these brands would win in a Keeps vs Hims best choice for hair loss treatment contest? It is difficult to say, as the…

Fans of Bradley Cooper have debated the star’s possible hair transplant for years. While it is clear the actor’s receding hairline has improved in recent years, some fans argue his new look may be due to a hairpiece or hair…

With 95% of our hair in the 2-6 year anagen (growth) phase at any given time, it’s only natural for your hair to experience significant changes over 10 years [1]. Transplanted hair is no different, and you can be sure…

While antibiotic consumption in the UK has declined by 15% since 2017 [1], these safe and effective medications still save lives every day, as they are frequently used to treat a wide array of conditions. Antibiotics are generally well-tolerated by…

Hair transplant complications are rare. FUE and FUT hair transplantation are very safe procedures when performed by a qualified surgeon in a sterile environment. However, the risks ramp up at unclean clinics with unqualified technicians. In extremely rare cases, there…

It’s unusual for transplanted hair grafts to fall out a year after a hair transplant, but it can happen. Hair shedding at this point is normally due to native hair loss or another type of alopecia, which can be triggered…

Follicular unit extraction (FUE) hair transplants are a popular transplant technique. When choosing a hair restoration procedure, more than 75% of men and 57% of women choose FUE [1].As a permanent treatment for hair loss that offers natural-looking results with…

While not yet licensed for treating hair loss, studies show that Dutasteride 0.5 mg is more efficient than both Finasteride and Minoxidil in curbing male pattern baldness and increasing hair density [1]. This promising new medication can be prescribed off-label for…

At 3 months after your hair transplant procedure, you will most likely be eager to see the after effects. Although you will not have your final results yet, after 3 months your newly transplanted hair grafts will be producing new,…

Have you ever felt self-conscious about your forehead? People with large foreheads may be perceived as older, more masculine, and less attractive [2]. For 27-year-old Beth Halsey, her forehead was the source of merciless teasing and low self-confidence. After years of…

Hair loss is a sensitive subject. Not everyone feels able to discuss their experiences with hair loss openly. A hair loss forum can provide a valuable support network in these circumstances. Hair loss forums offer a place where those who…

Minoxidil 5% is one of the most popular Minoxidil products. This topical Minoxidil solution has been shown to help improve symptoms of conditions including male pattern baldness, female pattern hair loss, and alopecia areata [1-3].If you're considering using Minoxidil 5%…

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…

Are you considering hair growth supplements to help combat hair shedding or thinning? If you’re experiencing these symptoms, you’re not alone. There are many types of hair loss, and the most common is androgenetic alopecia, which affects around 50% of…

High porosity hair tends to lack shine and strength compared to healthy hair, and is more prone to hair breakage. In contrast, healthy hair tends to have relatively low porosity, making it highly reflective and shiny [1]. Highly porous hair easily…

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…