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UK Hair Transplants Cost Analysis: Choosing the Right Clinic In 2024

To uncover the true cost of a hair transplant in the UK, we sent 104 UK clinics the same photographs with the same desired result.In this exclusive, we reveal the state of hair restoration treatment across the country: from the…

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Finasteride Guide: Uses, Results & Side Effects

Finasteride is a drug used to treat male pattern baldness, also known as androgenetic alopecia. Both topical and oral versions are available, but oral tablets are by far the most popular. In fact, Finasteride tablets are the most commonly prescribed…

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Male Pattern Baldness: Causes, Stages & Treatment Options

Male pattern baldness (MPB), or androgenetic alopecia, is the most common type of hair loss in men [1]. It affects more than 95% of men by the age of 80 and typically starts before middle age [2]. If you find…

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Minoxidil Guide: Uses, Results & Side Effects

Minoxidil is one of the most popular treatments for hair loss. It helps reduce hair fall and stimulate regrowth in a whole range of hair loss conditions, from male pattern baldness to traction alopecia. Minoxidil is the second most recommended…

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Hair Transplant Costs In Turkey & Is It Worth The Risk?

The global hair transplant industry is worth more than $6 billion — and a sixth of this value comes from Turkey [1]. Turkey is a popular hair transplant destination, thanks to its cut-rate hair restoration treatments. You only need to…

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Is My Hair Thinning Or Am I Paranoid? When To Speak To A Hair Loss Specialist

Whether we like it or not, our hair plays a vital role in how we look and feel; and if you’re experiencing thinning hair or hair loss it can have a significant impact on your life, self confidence and self-esteem.
Hair Transplant Recovery: What To Expect

Hair Transplant Recovery: What to Expect

Taking the plunge to undergo hair transplant surgery can be a big step, but it’s one that an increasing number of individuals are opting for. In fact, since 2016, hair transplant surgeries have increased by more 16% worldwide [1].Although it…

Scabs On Scalp: Everything You Need To Know

Scabs on Scalp: Everything You Need to Know

Scabs on your scalp can be painful, unsightly, and stressful. They are caused by a multitude of different reasons and conditions – many of which look similar and are easily confused. If this uncertainty wasn't enough to worry about, many…

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A Guide to Widow’s Peaks: Meaning, Causes & Myths

As much as we may try, it's often difficult to have complete control over our hairlines. Whether your hairline is receding, or in a widow's peak hairline shape, it can lead to feelings of insecurity and negative body image.Having a…

FUE Vs DHI Hair Transplant

FUE vs DHI Hair Transplant Procedures: Which is Better?

Did you know that 80% of men are affected by male pattern baldness by the age of 80 [1]? Your hair can make a big difference to your self-confidence, so it’s no surprise that many men decide to get a…

Can Women Take Dutasteride?

Can Women Take Dutasteride?

Dutasteride is a drug used to tackle male pattern baldness, as well as other health conditions related to the overproduction of a hormone called dihydrotestosterone, or DHT.DHT is a male sex hormone that can safely be inhibited in men. But…

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Dutasteride Half-Life: How It Influences Hair Loss Treatment

Dutasteride half-life may be a concern if you’re using it as a hair loss treatment. 80% of men experience male pattern baldness by the age of 80 [1], so it’s no surprise that interest in medications to treat this condition…

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The Complete Guide To Shaving Beard Hair

If you want to go against the grain these days, it’s time to go clean-shaven.See what we did there!?In a time when bushy beards seem to be king, perhaps the clean-cut among us are the real modern-day rebels?And why the…

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Glycolic Acid for Hair Loss: Benefits, Risks & Alternatives

Using glycolic acid for hair loss may have crossed your mind after having seen social media trends touting its many benefits. It is presented in the media as a gentle but powerful exfoliant, a pH balancer, a treatment for common…

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How Much Does A Beard Transplant Cost?

A beard transplant is an investment in your appearance and your self-confidence. It can give you incredible results that enhance everything from your self-esteem to your career. Jordan, a Wimpole Clinic patient, says:“As a professional model my beard transplant has…

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10 Proven Ways To Hide & Regrow Female Hair Thinning In The Front

As a woman, your hair can be essential to your self-esteem. So if you start to spot hair thinning in the front along your hairline, it can be a massive blow to your confidence.Up to 38% of women with healthy…

How To Deal With Hair Transplant Scabs

How to deal with hair transplant scabs

As with all medical procedures, there are certain things to expect after a hair transplant procedure. One such thing is hair transplant scabs which may appear within 24 to 48 hours post-surgery. These are perfectly normal, and with 650,000 people…

Nanoxidil Vs Minoxidil: Which Is Better For Hair Growth?

Nanoxidil vs Minoxidil: Which Is Better For Hair Growth?

Minoxidil is one of the most popular hair loss treatments among patients and clinicians alike, with more than half of hair transplant surgeons prescribing it to their patients [1]. But with more and more people searching for effective hair loss…

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The Best Way to Apply Topical Finasteride For Excellent Results

Figuring out how to apply topical Finasteride can be tricky for new users. It is natural to want to do everything perfectly, so you can achieve the best possible results in curbing your male pattern baldness. However, you will be…

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Wayne Rooney Hair Journey

The father of three and world-renowned Manchester United player is one of the most famous hair transplant success stories to date. Unlike David Beckham's hair transplant and Xherdan Shaqiri's hair transplant (which have both yet to be confirmed) Rooney had…

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Can You Get Minoxidil On The NHS?

Minoxidil is a licensed hair loss treatment in the UK, but it’s not currently available on the NHS.That’s because in most cases, hair loss is considered a cosmetic issue that doesn’t impact your general health and wellbeing (although it’s well-documented…

Dutasteride Vs Finasteride: Which Is Better For Hair Loss?

Dutasteride vs Finasteride: Which is better for hair loss?

When it comes to hair loss, there are two main treatments that most people have heard of before: Finasteride and Dutasteride.They are two very similar hair loss treatments, in that they both belong to a family of drugs known as…

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Harry Kane Hair Transplant: Everything You Need To Know

England captain and 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 be easy, especially if…

Do Headphones Cause Hair Loss?

Do Headphones Cause Hair Loss?

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…

Older Mens Hairstyles For Thinning Hair

22 Flattering Older Men’s Hairstyles For Thinning Hair

It’s normal for your hair to get thinner as you get older. But finding the right hairstyle to suit your age, style, and hair density isn’t always easy. Here, you’ll find all the most flattering older men's hairstyles for thinning…

Does HRT Help With Hair Loss?

Does HRT Help With Hair Loss?

Many women going through menopause choose to have hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to relieve some of the symptoms they experience. As many as 69% of women aged over 50 years are using HRT [1], making it one of the most…

Type 1A Hair: Care Tips, Challenges & Treatments

Type 1A Hair: Care Tips, Challenges & Treatments

Type 1 hair describes thin, straight hair — a type of hair that’s common in the UK. Around 45% of people of European descent have straight hair, while 40% have waves and just 15% have curls [1]. 1a hair is…

Hair Vitamins For Men: Which Should You Take?

Hair Vitamins For Men: Which Should You Take?

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…

Does Getting PRP After A Hair Transplant Improve Its Results

Does PRP After Hair Transplant Improve Results?

There are very few studies at this time to show whether getting platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy after a hair transplant can improve its results, but those that exist have very promising outcomes. PRP hair treatment appears to significantly speed up…

Hair Transplant After 2 Months: Photos, Results, Side Effects

Hair Transplant After 2 Months: Photos, Results, Side Effects

Two months after your hair transplant, you may be hoping to see results. Some men will start to see some new hair growth coming through at this stage, especially if they’re using additional treatments like Finasteride, Minoxidil, or PRP hair…

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Chris Evans’ Hair Transplant – Everything you need to know

The topic of Chris Evans' has divided fans for years. Some are certain that the famous actor's receding hairline must have received some surgical help over the years. Others believe there is nothing about Chris' hair transformations that could not have been achieved…

Does An Itchy Scalp Mean My Hair Is Growing?

Does An Itchy Scalp Mean My Hair Is Growing?

Eager for your hair to start growing? You could be looking for signs everywhere, especially if your scalp starts to itch.Unfortunately, in most cases, an itchy scalp doesn’t mean hair growth. In fact, an itchy scalp is more commonly linked…

4000 Grafts Hair Transplant: Coverage, Results, Costs

4000 Grafts Hair Transplant: Coverage, Results, Costs

If you’re considering a hair transplant, you need to understand how many grafts are needed to get the best results for you. The amount of hair grafts that you need depends on your level of hair loss according to the…

Do I Need To Use Finasteride After A Hair Transplant?

Do I Need To Use Finasteride After A Hair Transplant?

While hair transplant surgery is a highly effective solution to previous hair loss, it isn't necessarily the first or final step of hair restoration. Many patients suffer from hereditary or pattern balding, therefore to reduce future hair loss, a hair transplant surgeon…

Can You Use Minoxidil Once A Day?

Can You Use Minoxidil Once A Day?

Minoxidil is an effective solution for several different types of hair loss, including male-pattern baldness, female-pattern hair loss, and alopecia areata. To get the best results, you need to use Minoxidil consistently over several months.It’s usually recommended that men use…

Bangs Styles For A Thinning Fringe

20 Best and Worst Bangs Styles For a Thinning Fringe

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,…