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Rosemary oil is an essential oil that can be used to promote hair growth. Multiple studies have shown it has strong potential as a treatment for male pattern baldness [1-3].Like all hair loss treatments, using rosemary oil for hair growth…

Recently, there has been increasing media chatter about an emergent hair restoration treatment called hair cloning. It is often presented as a potential cure for baldness. If you are one of the 85% of men and 55% of women who…

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…

Minoxidil helps improve the symptoms of hair loss stemming from lots of different conditions, including androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata, and telogen effluvium. However, it is associated with certain side effects, including an itchy scalp.13.8% of patients report experiencing an itchy…

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…

A 500 grafts hair transplant is usually the minimum number of grafts you can get in one session and is considered a small hair transplant. If you need fewer grafts than this, your hair loss may not be extensive enough…

DHT blocking shampoos are being touted as a solution for male pattern baldness, a confidence-knocking condition that affects millions of men.Even though DHT blocking shampoos often contain ingredients that have been shown to encourage hair growth, there’s no evidence yet to…

In recent years, the bald with beard look has taken over the world of men’s grooming. Up to 80% of men experience male pattern baldness by age 80 [1], meaning there’s a high demand for styles that look great when…

There has been much speculation about melatonin hair loss and how it impacts growth. With hair loss affecting up to 40% of men by the age of 35 [1], many are looking for a hair loss solution.Studies have shown that…

Finasteride vs minoxidil is a common question when it comes to treating hair loss. Minoxidil and finasteride are two of the most popular men’s hair loss treatments on the market today. Both are used by millions of patients to combat male…

You may have heard online chatter lately about selenium benefits for hair loss. Some of these benefits may be real, but only if you respect the daily recommended dose.While having a selenium deficiency can sometimes contribute to hair shedding (alongside other health issues),…

The scalp would normally defends itself against micro-organisms and fungus infections. It is often the case, however, that the defence system becomes weakened and fungal infections develop. When this occurs the scalp is unable to defend itself and develops a…

Norwood 1 is the earliest stage on the Norwood Scale. It doesn't present noticeable hair loss. Norwood 1 is categorised as an adolescent hairline, meaning most teenagers and men will have this hairline as they mature.There is usually no need for…

Pumpkin seed oil is one of the best essential oils for your hair. So, if you’re looking for a natural remedy for hair dullness, dryness, or even hair loss, pumpkin seed oil may be an effective treatment.From preventing hair shedding…

Stress can have all kinds of effects on the human body from panic attacks to weight loss and, yes, to hair loss. So it is perhaps natural to worry about whether stress can affect your hair transplant, particularly if you're…

When it comes to having a full head of hair and a healthy scalp, it's important to pay attention to the role that essential nutrients play in promoting hair health. Among the many minerals that contribute to our overall well-being,…

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…

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…

The hair growth industry is unfortunately flooded with ineffective, unproven products and treatments which promise to magically cure your hair loss. So it is natural to wonder whether laser hair growth caps can really help regrow your hair. While effectiveness…

Some people believe that Tamsulosin enhances Dutasteride effects against hair loss because these two medications can be successfully combined for treating prostate enlargement. But when it comes to curbing androgenetic alopecia, there are no studies to show that Tamsulosin might…

Footballer hair transplants are getting more and more popular. Rob Holding’s hair transplant is known for being one of the most successful in the game, while Wayne Rooney paved the way for many other men to choose hair restoration surgery.…

Human hair normally grows at a genetically determined rate of approximately 10-12 mm per month [1], so it is not easy to grow hair faster for men. However, when they feel their strands are not developing fast enough, men are…

It can be difficult to find truly effective hair growth products for men among the wide variety of brands that promise miraculous results. However, you will be happy to know that there are some commercially available options out there with…

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…