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Recurring Scab On Scalp In The Same Spot: Causes, Prevention, Treatment

A recurring scab on the scalp in the same spot can understandably cause some concern. It can be a source of scalp discomfort, tenderness and pain and can present a risk of infection. Moreover, it may make you wonder if…

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Olumiant: First Systemic Treatment for Alopecia Areata Approved in the US

This week, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the use of baricitinib (brand name Olumiant) to treat patients experiencing severe alopecia areata [1].Alopecia areata is one of the most difficult types of hair loss to treat. It has a high…

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4 Reasons Why You Might Be Losing Your Hair

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…

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Is Scalp Micropigmentation For Women Really Worth It (and Why)?

Scalp micropigmentation for women can be a good way to mask hair loss, especially if it is caused by treatment-resistant forms of scarring alopecia, such as lichen planopilaris. It can also be used to effectively mask hair transplant scars left…

10 Expert Tips For Transitioning To Grey Hair With Highlights

10 Expert Tips for Transitioning to Grey Hair With Highlights

Greying is a natural part of the ageing process. Research shows that up to 23% of people have 50% grey hair at the age of 50 [1]. If you’re looking to embrace this change sooner rather than later, transitioning to…

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The Rise in Popularity of Beard Transplant Surgery

Hair transplants have been popular for many years now, creating incredible results in individuals who otherwise would have been left to face the consequences of widespread hair loss. But the technology has now become more diverse and instead of just transplanting the hairs on the scalp, there’s a growing demand for a different type of surgery: beard transplants. Although a lesser problem than scalp hair loss, more and more men are starting to recognise that they don’t have to put up with a disappointing beard growth and can instead have a transplant. We take a closer look at beard transplants, including what they are and their rise in popularity.
Does Caffeine Cause Hair Loss?

Caffeine And Hair Loss: Is There A Link?

Caffeine is the world’s most popular stimulant. Famously found in coffee, tea, and energy drinks, most adults drink at least one of these beverages every day. In the UK alone, people drink around 95 million cups of coffee every day.Caffeine…

Can A Big Forehead Hair Transplant Improve Your Appearance

Can a Big Forehead Hair Transplant Improve Your Appearance?

A big forehead hair transplant can be just as helpful as one performed to fix a bald spot. It is a common hair loss treatment myth that hair restoration surgery can only help people who experience baldness. This simple and…

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UK Hair Transplants Cost Analysis: Choosing the Right Clinic In 2025

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…

Hairline Lowering Surgery: Everything You Need To Know

Hairline Lowering Surgery: Everything You Need To Know

Many people feel self-conscious about their high hairline. This comes as no surprise, considering our forehead's important role in our overall appearance. In classical aesthetics, a well-balanced and attractive face is split into equal thirds, with the forehead making up…

5 Beard Styles You Can Have After A Transplant

5 Beard Styles You Can Have After A Transplant

Nearly 50% of men will have difficulties growing a full beard. To those who have no issues with facial hair, this may not sound like a huge deal or even a blessing not having to battle with a razor everyday…

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Hair Fibres After Hair Transplant: When Can I Use Them?

If you suffer from male pattern baldness or female pattern hair loss, a hair transplant is often the most effective way to help you restore your hair. That's why there's been a 157% increase in global hair transplant procedures since…

29 Bold Bald Women Who Rocked A Shaved Head

29 Bold Bald Women Who Rocked A Shaved Head

As a woman, rocking a bald head is fierce and fearless, whether it’s by choice or necessity. While hair loss is frequently seen in men, bald women are less common — so shaving your head (or embracing your hair loss)…

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…

Summer Hair Loss: True Or False?

Summer hair loss: true or false?

During the warmer summer period, many people experience more hair shedding than usual. A study showed female hair loss increased by up to 6% per day in summer, compared to the average hair loss rate [1]. Summer hair loss or seasonal hair…

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Are Hair Transplants Safe? Risks, Complications & Safety Measures

With high success rates and few serious complications, hair transplants are one of the safest types of cosmetic surgery [1-2]. As well as being very safe, they create natural-looking hairlines that are indistinguishable from the rest of your hair. At the Wimpole…

Transgender Hair Transplant: Benefits, Risks And Costs

Transgender Hair Transplant: Benefits, Risks and Costs

If you are one of the 200-500.000 trans people in the UK [2], you may have considered a transgender hair transplant to complete your gender affirmation process. If so, you are not the only one. People who transition from male…

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Can Intermittent Fasting Help Hair Growth?

If your hair isn’t as shiny or full as you’d like, you may find yourself turning to diet changes or other lifestyle changes to help stimulate hair growth.Intermittent fasting has been touted as a way to stimulate hair growth, but…

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Hair Loss During Pregnancy: Causes, Treatment & Prevention

Losing hair during pregnancy isn't common, but it can be scary despite all the other bodily and hormonal changes you're experiencing. Generally, women lose an average of 50 to 150 hairs over a 24-hour period [1].During this exciting but intense time of…

Rosemary Oil For Beard Growth: Benefits, Uses And Risks

Rosemary Oil For Beard Growth: Benefits, Uses and Risks

Rosemary oil is an effective essential oil for hair growth. Recognised for its antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, it’s been shown to rival Minoxidil 2% as an effective scalp hair growth agent [1]. But will using rosemary oil for beard growth…

Jimmy Carr Hair Transplant: Everything You Need To Know

Jimmy Carr Hair Transplant: Everything You Need To Know

It's no secret that comedian Jimmy Carr has had a hair transplant. He isn't the first celebrity to undergo this procedure, with David Beckham's hair transplant and Elon Musk's FUT transplant coming first. Like Wimpole Clinic hair transplant patient Rob…

Benefits Of Pumpkin Seed Oil For Hair

8 Scientifically Proven Benefits of Pumpkin Seed Oil For Hair

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…

Propecia Vs Finasteride: What’s The Difference?

Propecia vs Finasteride: What’s The Difference?

Male pattern baldness is the most common hair loss condition in the world. While there's still no cure for baldness, there are now some very successful hair loss treatments on the market, including Finasteride and Propecia.Propecia is the brand name for the generic drug…

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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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Are hair extensions bad for your hair?

Hair extensions are one of the most popular hair accessories for women. In 2023, the hair extension market was worth more than $4.5bn globally, with demand increasing year-on-year [1]. Hair extensions can enhance the volume and appearance of your hair,…

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Why Is My Hair Falling Out? 27 Reasons You’re Losing Hair

Shedding hair is normal and part of the healthy hair growth cycle. Most people will lose between 50 and 100 hairs every day [1]. However, if you notice even more hair than usual is falling out, you may start to…

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Does Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) cause hair loss?

On average, a man's production of testosterone decreases by about 1–2% each year [1] after around 30 years old. For some, low levels of testosterone can have a range of physical impacts, including low bone density, reduced muscle strength, erectile…

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How To Grow Back Overplucked Eyebrows

Once upon a time, thin eyebrows were actually in fashion but today, not so much.
Topical Dutasteride Guide: Uses, Results & Side Effects

Topical Dutasteride Guide: Uses, Results & Side Effects

Dutasteride is one of the most effective non-surgical hair loss treatments for male pattern baldness [1]. As a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, it blocks the production of the hormone responsible for male pattern hair loss, dihydrotestosterone, or DHT.Topical Dutasteride is currently undergoing clinical trials as…