Hair transplant blog

FUE and FUT patients should avoid alcohol for 7 days after a hair transplant to promote graft survival, reduce bleeding, and support healing. Alcohol can thin the blood, increase inflammation, and delay recovery, which raises risks such as infection or…

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…

Female celebrities with hair loss have been thrust into the spotlight, following the Oscars incident featuring Jada Pinkett Smith, Will Smith, and Chris Rock.There’s still a lot of stigma surrounding women’s hair loss — so it’s a brave woman who…

Finasteride is one of the most effective treatments for receding hairlines caused by male pattern baldness. It’s the most recommended hair loss treatment, with more than 85% of hair loss specialists saying they recommend oral Finasteride to their patients at…

Scalp folliculitis, according to the NHS, is usually not serious, though it often causes pain, inflammation and itchiness. It is a common scalp problem that can occur in people of any age or gender, however some are more predisposed to…

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…

September is Alopecia Awareness Month. If you or a loved one are experiencing a type of alopecia  or you are simply sympathetic to this cause, you are more than welcome to be part of this inspiring celebration. Rest assured that…

Tea tree oil is an essential oil with tons of antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic properties [1-3]. So it’s no surprise that applying tea tree oil for hair can relieve several common scalp conditions, moisturise your tresses, and even help…

While hair loss can be unsettling, it is also a common phenomenon. 85% of men [1] and 55% of women [2] experience it at some point in their lives, and it doesn’t always have to lead to balding. A good…

Masturbation has been blamed for lots of ailments throughout history, including blindness, fertility problems, and hair loss [1-2]. But even though these myths are still around in the 21st century, they’re not based in fact.There’s no scientific evidence to suggest…

Gabriel Magalhães, the centre-back for the English Premier League club Arsenal, is known for his defensive on-pitch prowess. But eagle-eyed fans have noticed a difference in his hairline following Gabriel's hair transplant in 2022.It's been speculated that Gabriel's hair transplant…

Growing your hair back after going bald is a very common desire among those who have experienced any kind of permanent hair loss.Most men who experience hair loss can suffer from confidence issues, with the presence of hair loss even…

Hair loss is a common problem that affects over 40% of men aged 40+ across the globe [1]. Many men who are suffering from this choose to take medication or male hair loss treatments to prevent further hair loss and stimulate hair…

If you are interested in the best ways to use diluted rosemary oil for hair growth, you are likely one of the 85% of men or 55% [1][2] of women to experience hair loss during their lifetime. Fortunately, you are…

Covid-19 has a few well-known symptoms. It’s the first illness that springs to mind for anyone with a fever, cough, or altered sense of taste or smell. However, recent studies have shown another common symptom in many Covid patients —…

NBA All-Star Trae Young seems to be unstoppable on the court. But something else besides his spectacular three-pointers has begun to catch his fans’ eyes. The player’s frontal and crown hair has become so thin you can see his scalp.…

Man buns and top knots may have passed their popularity peak, but many men still sport these hairstyles. However, recent evidence suggests that these hairstyles can lead to thin, patchy hair in a condition known as traction alopecia [1]. So does a…

A bald spot on the crown can have a significant negative impact on your self-confidence. Some men feel that hair loss affects their social and even their professional life.If you’re worried about male pattern baldness, you’re in the right place…

If you regularly wear over-ear headphones, you may wonder if they are linked to hair loss. Headphones are associated with hearing loss [1], but so far, there are no studies on headphone-related hair shedding.Research shows that roughly 85% of men…

Stress likely speeds up existing greying rather than causing it outright, but it’s true that emotional turmoil can lead to changes in your hair colour. Research suggests stress can accelerate greying by depleting the stem cells in your hair follicles…

Finasteride is a popular hair loss treatment for people experiencing male pattern baldness. But Finasteride can also be used by transgender people as part of their gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) to control scalp hair loss and body hair growth.In this…

A thinning fringe can make your favourite hairstyle look underwhelming. However, given the fact that 55% of women will experience hair loss or thinning during their lifetime [1], you are far from alone in this situation.This is a little-known fact…

As you age, it gets more and more important to look after your hair. While you may take it for granted in your younger years, hair begins to thin and lose its lustre as a natural part of the ageing…

Clip-on hair extensions are used mainly by women to create the impression of longer, thicker hair. One survey found that a third of women wear hair extensions, but nearly 90% don’t tell anyone they’re wearing them [1].It’s no surprise 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 most common type of hair loss in men is male pattern baldness. Affecting over 6.5 million men in the UK, it’s not surprising many men are searching for a cure for their thinning hair. Alpecin shampoo is one of…

Looking for a cheap, easy way to boost your hair growth? Switching to a hair growth shampoo is often the first port of call for people with hair loss.While many shampoos contain ingredients that are proven to stimulate hair growth,…

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,…