Hair transplant blog

5000 graft hair transplants are among the highest graft counts you can safely harvest and transplant. They’re only suitable for patients who meet precise eligibility criteria, and should only be undertaken by the most skilled surgeons who can optimise both…

Professional dancer and Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke has thick hair with an enviably straight hairline, thanks to multiple hair transplants.Anton Du Beke got his second hair transplant in 2024, and he couldn’t be more delighted with it. When…

Your hairline is one of the first things people see when they look at you. It can change significantly as you get older — research suggests 83% of women have a widow’s peak by the age of 40 [1], and…

Few people are aware that thyroid hair loss can be extremely common. Studies show that alopecia is a symptom in approximately 50% of people who experience hyperthyroidism and 33% of those with hypothyroidism [2].If your hair is falling out due…

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…

Many people with hair thinning search for effective non-surgical hair restoration treatments. Hair loss affects more than 85% of men and 55% of women during their lifetime [1][2], causing distress and lowering self-confidence, so finding the best solutions to your…

Having a messed up hairline can have a serious impact on your self-confidence. It can make you want to hide your hair or face, inadvertently drawing attention to your problematic hairline.Whether you have a mature or receding hairline, a failed…

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…

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…

England right-back Kyle Walker is known for his speed, agility, and commanding presence on the pitch. But when it comes to his hair, there’s some speculation he might not have always been so confident. Like many men with male pattern baldness,…

For many men, male pattern baldness is something caused by a genetic sensitivity to something known as dihydrotestosterone (DHT) [1].Many of the most popular hair loss treatments, such as Finasteride and Dutasteride work by blocking DHT which, after regular use, can help to promote hair growth…

Minoxidil can be an effective medication to treat or slow down hair loss, for both male pattern baldness and female pattern baldness. Minoxidil has also been proven effective in treating various types of alopecia, such as traction alopecia and alopecia…

Getting a hair transplant can do wonders for your self-esteem. Not only do you get the full head of hair that you have been dreaming of, but it is a great confidence booster. You will feel more confident and it will…

Research shows that amitriptyline is effective in treating mood disorders and chronic pain. However, like any medication, it can also have some unwanted side effects [1]. Antidepressants have a reputation for potentially causing hair thinning, especially with prolonged use. So…

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…

Research shows that rosemary oil for hair growth can be as effective as Minoxidil in curbing hair loss caused by androgenetic alopecia [1]. But does rosemary water grow hair as well? Many cosmetic blogs claim that it can and also…

There's a well-known hair myth that brushing your hair 100 times a day gives you sleek, healthy hair.While this claim has been widely discredited, the rumour persists that brushing your hair can help stimulate hair growth. Everything from the number of…

The hair supplement industry is expected to boom over the next 10 years, reaching a predicted value of $2.86 billion in 2031. It’s estimated that 58% of adults in the US and 38% in the UK take dietary supplements.While mineral…

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…

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…

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…

England captain, Bayern Munich forward and former Tottenham Hotspur talisman Harry Kane is often in the limelight. Whether he’s taking high-pressure penalties or holding post-match interviews, Kane is always a high-profile player. Being a famous footballer in the spotlight can’t…

Seeking a minimally invasive way to enhance your hair growth in Bristol? Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy for hair is an effective method for minimising hair loss and stimulating regrowth. According to a 2024 research review, 75% of studies found that…

Innovative hair growth therapies have emerged in the past years, hoping to ease the burden of over 85% of men [1] and 55% of women [2] who experience hair loss at some point in life. PRP hair treatments have been…

Topical Minoxidil is one of the most widely used and effective hair loss medications. Microneedling with a derma roller is also a good way to stimulate your hair follicles for growth. Recent studies have revealed that using topical Minoxidil together…

Many footballers have taken the step to restore their hair by undergoing a hair transplant. Although they may not come out and openly talk about it, the results seem to speak for themselves when we look at players such as David…

Dandruff and scalp psoriasis are easily confused as both present with an itchy and flaky scalp, two symptoms that can leave many people feeling embarrassed and awkward in public. However, the two conditions are very different, with approximately 50% of…

There are currently no studies to show whether taking Finasteride  in the morning or at night has any impact on its effectiveness. What is more important is the consistency and regularity with which you take it. That is because regardless…