Hair transplant blog

Both Keeps and Hims are well known in the world of men's health and products. But which of these brands would win in a Keeps vs Hims best choice for hair loss treatment contest? It is difficult to say, as the…

This type of alopecia affects 2% of the worldwide population and 1 in 170 people in the UK [1], so many people are eager to learn how to stop alopecia areata from spreading. In most cases, this condition resolves on…

Hair transplants are a great solution to male pattern baldness. They offer a permanent solution to hair loss, but hair transplant surgeries can be expensive or invasive for many men. The average cost of a hair transplant in the UK…

Established as one of the world's most popular treatments for male pattern baldness, Finasteride is also among the most effective. One study found approximately 90% of men see improvements in hair loss following Finasteride use [1].While many male hair loss patients take oral Finasteride, topical Finasteride has…

Finasteride is one of the most widely used hair restoration products for male pattern baldness. More than two-thirds of International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) members recommend using 1mg of Finasteride daily for hair loss [1].Unfortunately, Finasteride is known…

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…

Rogaine (or Regaine in the UK) is the brand name of the popular hair growth medication Minoxidil. It has two major product ranges: Rogaine (Regaine) for men and for women, as both genders can benefit from this treatment. Minoxidil has a…

Your beard says a lot about you, and it can influence how you are perceived by those around you. [1] Facial hair is highly on trend in the UK, as 54% of men [2] wear it. So, having beard bald…

It's well-known that heat can damage your hair. Despite the evidence that overheating your hair can cause split ends, dullness, and even hair loss, many people still go hard with hot tools like hairdryers, straighteners, and curling tongs [1]. So…

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…

Unshaven hair transplants, also known as unshaven FUE or UFUE transplants, are becoming more and more popular. These almost undetectable hair transplants allow you to go out and about soon after your hair transplant, and most people won’t notice you’ve…

Rumours have been going around for quite some time about Tom Hanks' hair transplant, which is said to have corrected his uneven hairline and temple hair loss. However, there is little agreement among hair influencers regarding when this procedure may have taken place, due…

Hair breakage is a common problem. With so many styling practices now available, it’s no surprise women’s hair is so vulnerable to snapping off mid-strand. But this can sometimes lead to frizzy broken hair on top of the head, which…

Several media outlets reported news about Paddy McGuiness’s hair transplant satire post at the beginning of 2023 [1][2]. A video on the showman’s Instagram account showed him clearly using appearance-changing filters and jokingly denying having had “work done” in Turkey…

For TV star Joe Swash, his hair transplants were kept under wraps for many years. With many celebs opting for hair transplant surgery (such as Rob Holding and James Nesbitt), it's only more recently that Joe has begun to be more open about his experience with hair…

So far, there is no permanent baldness cure for the 85% of men and 55% of women who experience hair loss over the course of their lifetime [1][2]. However, research into innovative solutions to cure baldness is developing every day.…

Finasteride has long been used to stimulate scalp hair growth in men with male pattern baldness. In fact, Finasteride 1mg is the most recommended men’s hair loss treatment, with 69.1% of hair restoration specialists always or often recommending it [1].Finasteride…

Hair loss is a natural part of ageing. But it can have a serious impact on individuals, contributing to mental health issues like anxiety and depression [1]. One study found that having alopecia areata can increase the risk of major…

Around 60% of the human body is made up of water [1], and everyone knows water is essential to life. Not drinking enough fluids can cause a wide range of health symptoms, but can dehydration cause hair loss? Well-known brands…

If you’re considering a hair transplant, you’ll probably want to know how many hair grafts you need to get the hairline you want. In general, the more hair you’ve lost, the more hair grafts you’ll need — but there’s more…

The most common type of hair loss in men is male pattern baldness. Affecting over 6.5 million men in the UK, it’s not surprising many men are searching for a cure for their thinning hair. Alpecin shampoo is one of…

If you are experiencing facial hair shedding alongside itchiness and inflammation in your beard area, you may have contracted a beard hair loss-inducing fungus. While most internet searches point to beard ringworm (tinea barbae) as a likely culprit, this type…

Female pattern baldness is the primary cause of hair loss in women [1]. This type of female hair loss has many symptoms in common with other conditions, such as chronic telogen effluvium and alopecia areata, so it can be tricky…

Finasteride 1mg is a licensed hair loss treatment for tackling male pattern baldness. This popular first-line treatment is always or often recommended by 69.1% of hair restoration surgeons [1].In this article, you’ll learn all about Finasteride 1mg, including:How it works…

Hair breakage is very common. But that doesn’t make it any less aggravating when you notice lots of broken strands amongst your own hair, whether it’s hair breakage around the crown or broken baby hairs along your hairline.So what can…

Around 7.3 million people in the UK use anti-depressants, which make up 17% of the adult population [1]. Anti-depressants can be extremely vital medication for those who are suffering from depression, but that doesn't mean they don't come without their…

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…

If you are one of the 13.2% of the UK population who smoke electronic cigarettes [1], you may be wondering if vaping can cause hair loss. While there is currently no simple answer to that question, vaping may indeed contribute…

You may have read about unwanted finasteride side effects such as erectile dysfunction, depression or infertility and wondered whether Finasteride is worth it. However, it is the most prescribed hair loss medication in the world for a good reason. Ample…