Hair transplant blog

Dihydrotestosterone, or DHT, is an important hormone when it comes to hair growth. If you have male pattern baldness, your sensitivity to DHT is a major contributor to hair loss. Research suggests it can play a part in female pattern…

Alternative therapies are only increasing in popularity in the Western world. $30.2 billion is spent annually on treatments developed outside of mainstream Western medicine, by over 30% of adults in the USA [1].One such method is the use of essential…

There are many different scalp disorders out there – some more common than others – that can affect the health of your scalp and the way your hair grows.One condition that can affect many people is Pityriasis Amiantacea. If you're…

You may know that exposure to the sun is needed to get a natural dose of vitamin D, which is good for your immunity, bones, and skin. But is sunlight good for your hair? There is some scientific indication that…

If you are wondering whether a dry scalp causes hair loss, you are likely experiencing symptoms such as tenderness, irritation and scalp itching even after washing your hair. You are also likely to see white flaking, which might make you…

There are tons of treatments available for people suffering from hair loss and thinning hair. From hair transplants to hair fibres, more hair loss products and treatments are in development all the time. Scalp micropigmentation (SMP) is often used in…

Since its introduction in 1994, Finasteride has been used to treat many individuals for benign prostatic hyperplasia. In addition to treating prostate enlargement, Finasteride is also a popular medication for treating hair.Taking Finasteride halts the body's conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT),…

Knowing your hair type is important because it offers a better understanding of its qualities. Being aware of what your hair needs and where its weaknesses lie allows you to provide it with the specific care that will help it…

Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body [1]. These fibres play an important role in promoting the health of our tendons, bones, connective tissue, and even our hair.The collagen supplement market is currently valued at more than…

Hair transplants are a permanent solution to hair loss. They can be particularly effective for androgenetic alopecia (known as male or female pattern baldness), the most common cause of hair loss in men and women [1].Proper aftercare is so important…

With more celebrities openly opting for hair transplants, the process is becoming more talked about. This open conversation can oftentimes lead to hair transplant speculation, especially when it comes to footballers and their changing hairlines.Like many footballers before him (here's a…

Finasteride has been used to treat hair loss and promote hair regrowth for many years now. It’s a hugely successful treatment, with one study finding that 83% of men suffering from male pattern baldness stopped losing hair while taking Finasteride…

Caffeine is the world’s most popular stimulant. Famously found in coffee, tea, and energy drinks, most adults drink at least one of these beverages every day. In the UK alone, people drink around 95 million cups of coffee every day.Caffeine…

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…

If you’re one of the 85% of men globally who are affected by hair loss, you’ve probably heard of an array of products that claim to prevent baldness and promote healthy hair growth [1]. Although male pattern baldness is something…

Norwood 5 is an advanced stage of male pattern hair loss. At this stage, you can see thinning across the scalp, with your receding hairline starting to deepen towards the mid-scalp, and an expanding bald spot on the crown. Not all men with male…

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…

Hair loss is a hugely distressing physical issue for men (and increasingly women). A YouGov America survey found that most 18-24 year olds -- male and female -- are "terrified" of going bald [1]. So what causes hair loss? And…

Transitioning to another gender is an exciting yet challenging time. One of the issues many transgender people continue to be concerned about is hair care and hair loss. In fact, 37% of ISHRS members reported seeing an increase in hair…

Although hair loss affects up to 50% of men by age 50 [1] and 8 million UK women [2], there still seems to be a lack of effective topical treatments to prevent baldness. This is mainly because there still isn't…

If you’ve been using Finasteride for a while, you may be expecting hair growth to kick in any day now. After all, it’s one of the most effective drugs for male hair loss, second only to Dutasteride [1]. Studies show…

As a Harley Street hair transplant clinic, we often come across queries about non-invasive hair restoration products aimed at reversing male pattern baldness and other types of hair loss, like female pattern hair loss, alopecia areata, and telogen effluvium. After…

Unfortunately, ageing happens to us all. For many men, hair thinning and the loss of hair are signs that ageing is well underway.  As many men will attest, losing your hair can have a huge impact on your confidence as…

When thinking about celebrity hair transplants, most people picture famous singers or movie stars. However, these procedures have also become increasingly popular among athletes. Footballer hair transplants gather a lot of press coverage, but the trend seems to be spreading…

Hormones are essential to the good functioning of our body, and some of them play an important role in healthy hair growth. However, when they are insufficient, excessive or imbalanced (or we are overly sensitive to them), they can also…