Hair transplant blog

Castor oil is a traditional natural hair loss remedy that dates back to ancient Egypt [1]. Along with other oils like rosemary and sweet almond, castor oil has been used to stimulate hair growth for centuries.Today, using castor oil on…

Hair falling out in clumps can be a distressing experience. A small amount of hair loss is normal in the shower or while brushing your locks — healthy people are expected to shed 50-100 strands per day [1]. However, sudden,…

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…

Like good dental work, tailoring or a professional shave, achieving a full, effortlessly groomed beard depends on the skill and experience of your beard transplant surgeon. Getting a natural-looking beard with reduced patchiness is usually a top priority for patients…

If you take antidepressants to help manage your mental health, you’re one of many. According to a report from 2020, 13.2% of adults use antidepressants each month. [1] Antidepressant use was much more common among women than men (17.7% versus…

Jamie Laing is one of the most recognisable faces from E4’s Made in Chelsea, largely thanks to his shock of white-blonde hair. He has revealed that a hair transplant has enhanced his famous hairline in recent years.So what do we…

LeBron James’ hairline has changed drastically over the years, but he has never publicly admitted to having a hair transplant or spoken about any hair loss treatment. However, his sudden hairline improvement around 10 years ago suggests he has received…

Male pattern baldness affects most men at some stage of their life. By the age of 70, 80% of all men will have started to go bald, with many men approaching the latter stages of hair loss by this time…

Female pattern hair loss affects more than 10% of women by the age of 50, and more than 30% by the age of 70 [1]. Minoxidil for women is a common medication for treating female hair loss [2].Minoxidil can be…

Even though Ozempic is quite new, over 120,000 UK patients were prescribed this diabetes and weight loss drug in 2023 alone [1], prompting a nationwide shortage [2]. Incredibly popular with stars and influencers, this medication has been presented online as…

Keeping up with the latest eyebrow trends can be exhausting. What’s more, you might eventually realise that all that time spent plucking, shaping and shading your brows wasn’t worth it when you look at photos of brows gone by. This…

Many men who choose to have a hair transplant aren’t looking for a flowing Jason Momoa-style mane. They simply want full coverage across their head so they can style their hair however they like with confidence, including close-cropped styles like…

There are many glamorous stories out there of successful celebrity hair transplants. However, not everyone who had this cosmetic procedure had a good experience. The famous podcaster Joe Rogan has been outspoken about how he had multiple hair restoration surgeries…

Washing your hair after a transplant is crucial for recovery and graft protection. It involves three stages: hands-free rinsing (days 3-5), gentle massage (days 6-10), and normal washing (day 11+). Similar methods apply to Afro-textured hair, long hair, beards, and…

3 weeks after your hair transplant, your life is starting to get back to normal. Your scalp has healed from the surgery (mostly within 7 days of your hair transplant), and you are free to resume most of your daily…

Follicular unit extraction, or FUE, is the most popular hair transplant technique worldwide, producing natural-looking results in thousands of patients every year. FUE involves extracting each hair graft individually, leaving a tiny wound in the donor area, then implanting the…

Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease which affects around 2% of people in the UK, with many of these particularly affected by scalp psoriasis. The condition occurs when skin cells grow too quickly in response to a faulty signal from the…

Traction alopecia (TA) is a common form of alopecia that can affect both men and women. This type of loss of hair is characterised by balding caused by repeatedly pulling on your hair, usually as a result of wearing tight…

A yeast infection on the scalp can be itchy, painful and unpleasant. It can also give your hair a flaky, unhealthy look. So it is natural to be concerned if you suspect you may have developed this condition.The good news…

For many women, menopause is a particularly trying time in their lives, as hormonal changes trigger several distressing physical and psychological symptoms. It is already hard enough to deal with mood swings, irritability, hot flashes, and loss of a good…

Looking for the best biotin for hair growth? Biotin, also known as vitamin B7, is growing in popularity as a product to make your hair stronger and healthier. But can these products really improve hair growth, or are they the…

Vitamin supplements for hair growth are a popular remedy among men experiencing all different types of hair loss. But do they really work?Evidence shows that hair vitamins for men can work in some circumstances. However, they’re not a miracle cure…

Hair transplants are one of the most popular hair restoration methods. In 2021, more than 703,000 hair transplant procedures were performed around the world — a rise of 151% in the last decade [1-2]. Until recently, hair transplants haven't had…

Hair transplants are a treatment that has steadily risen in popularity over the last few years. It’s now expected that every 13th man will get a hair transplant [1], and there are many women out there suffering from female pattern…

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…

The concept of 3D printing is now firmly established and since its invention in 1979 has progressed rapidly into mainstream areas such as engineering, manufacturing, science and medicine. Though most are aware of the term few know exactly where it…

Losing hair on one side of the head is not uncommon. However, it can still be mentally and emotionally jarring if you’re experiencing it. Around 80% of men and 50% of women will experience hair loss in their lifetime, which…

It's obvious that hair loss not only alters a person's physical appearance but can also impact their mental state. That's why many people seek to get their hair back through hair loss treatments and hair transplants.Before you leap into medical hair…