Retrograde Alopecia: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments

Retrograde Alopecia: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments

Male pattern baldness (also known as androgenetic alopecia) is usually characterised by hair loss around the temples and the development of a bald spot on the crown. But in rare cases of aggressive androgenetic alopecia, men may see hair loss…

John Travolta’s Hair Transplant: Toupee Or Not Toupee?

John Travolta’s Hair Transplant: Toupee or not Toupee?

There is a significant online buzz about famous actor John Travolta’s hair transplant. However, those familiar with his appearance are aware that the Pulp Fiction star is presently bald with a beard. Furthermore, he has been progressively losing his 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…

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Why Isn’t Finasteride Working For My Hair Loss?

If you’ve been using Finasteride for a while, you may be expecting hair growth to kick in any day now. After all, it’s one of the most effective drugs for male hair loss, second only to Dutasteride [1]. Studies show…

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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…

What Happens When You Stop Using Minoxidil?

What Happens When You Stop Using Minoxidil?

If you’ve been using Minoxidil to slow down your hair loss and promote hair growth, you may be wondering if and when you can stop using Minoxidil.Minoxidil is designed for daily use, so most users must apply Minoxidil everyday to…

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…

Hair Transplant Death Rate: Should You Be Worried?

Hair Transplant Death Rate: Should You Be Worried?

Hair transplant complications are rare. FUE and FUT hair transplantation are very safe procedures when performed by a qualified surgeon in a sterile environment. However, the risks ramp up at unclean clinics with unqualified technicians. In extremely rare cases, there…

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…

Eyebrow Transplant Gone Wrong? An Expert's Advice On What To Do Next

Eyebrow Transplant Gone Wrong? An Expert’s Advice On What to Do Next

Eyebrow trends have favoured thicker, fuller brows in recent years, leading to a boom in the popularity of eyebrow transplants. Eyebrow transplants account for more than 11% of all hair transplant surgeries in women, and more than 2% in men…

Rice Water For Hair Growth: Myth Or Reality? (Evidence Review)

Rice Water for Hair Growth: Myth or Reality? (Evidence Review)

You may have heard stories of beautiful, noble Chinese and Japanese women who used rice water for hair growth. They believed this hair treatment was the secret to their dark, silky, floor-length tresses. To this day, this natural remedy is…

Jurgen Klopp Hair Transplant: Everything You Need To Know

Jurgen Klopp Hair Transplant: Everything You Need To Know

Jurgen Klopp’s hair transplant is one of the most famous in the Premier League. Unlike many other footballers who’ve had hair transplants, the Liverpool manager has been candid about his procedure, first discussing it in the German tabloid Bild back…

Blood Tests For Hair Loss: Diagnosing Female Hair Thinning

Blood Tests for Hair Loss: Diagnosing Female Hair Thinning

Determining the cause of women’s hair thinning can be difficult and trichologists may require hair loss blood tests to provide an accurate diagnosis. While hair loss is more common in men than in women, it still affects a significant part…

Minoxidil Side Effects Sexually

Are There Any Minoxidil Side Effects, Sexually?

Minoxidil is one of the most used hair loss treatments globally. Three-quarters of hair loss specialists recommend topical minoxidil to their patients, with more than half recommending it often or always [1]. However, you might be reluctant to follow this advice…

Permanent Hair Restoration For Women: How Does It Work?

Permanent Hair Restoration for Women: How Does it Work?

While hair loss is more common in men than in women, that doesn’t mean that female alopecia is a rare occurrence. Studies show that 55% of the female population [1] experience hair thinning at some point in their lives. And…

Jamie Laing Hair Transplant: Everything You Need To Know

Jamie Laing Hair Transplant: Everything You Need To Know

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…

Hair Transplant After 4 Months: Photos, Results, Side Effects

Hair Transplant After 4 Months: Photos, Results, Side Effects

It takes several months to see sustained growth after FUE hair transplant or a FUT strip surgery procedure. But by month 4 after a hair transplant, you should start to see some proper progress. At this stage post-hair transplantation, most…

What Does A Hair Doctor Do?

What Does A Hair Doctor Do And When Should I See One?

It’s normal to shed up to 80-100 hairs per day [1], but if you’re noticing more hair loss in the shower than usual, it may be best to see a hair doctor. Trichologists are known as hair doctors despite the fact…

Does Masturbation Cause Hair Loss?

Does Masturbation Cause Hair Loss?

Masturbation has been blamed for lots of ailments throughout history, including blindness, fertility problems, and hair loss. 18th and 19th-century doctors wrote books and pamphlets warning against the range of illnesses and conditions that could be brought about by moderate…

Receding Hairline At 20: Signs, Symptoms & Treatments

Receding Hairline At 20: Signs, Symptoms & Treatments

Noticing a receding hairline at any age can be stressful. If you're only 20 and you spot the signs of a receding hairline, it can be especially worrying. This may bring up questions like: How soon will your balding become noticeable? How…

37 Famous Bald Celebrities In 2023

37 Famous Bald Celebrities In 2024

Male pattern baldness and other types of hair loss affect everyone — including the rich and famous. Just like the rest of us, dozens of celebrities eventually lose their hair, especially as they get older.Fortunately, going bald isn't a death knell for a…

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Why Excessive Vitamin A Can Cause Hair Loss

Vitamin A is a powerful antioxidant and has many great properties that can improve your health. It’s an important part of a healthy and balanced diet. However excessive Vitamin A can cause a number of problems, including hair loss.
Minoxidil Foam: Uses, Effectiveness, Side Effects

Minoxidil Foam: Uses, Effectiveness, Side Effects

Minoxidil foam is one of the most popular hair loss formulations on the market. With proven effectiveness at tackling lots of different types of alopecia, Minoxidil foam is an excellent first-line treatment for those struggling with hair loss. That’s why…

Eating A Healthier Diet Can Prevent Hair Loss

Diet For Healthy Hair: 15 Best Foods For Hair Growth

What you eat and drink on a daily basis not only affects your weight and general health but also the condition of your hair. If you’re looking to prevent or slow down hair loss, check out our tips below on how to eat your way to healthier hair.
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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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Minoxidil 5%: Everything You Need To Know

Minoxidil 5% is one of the most popular Minoxidil products. This topical Minoxidil solution has been shown to help improve symptoms of conditions including male pattern baldness, female pattern hair loss, and alopecia areata [1-3].If you're considering using Minoxidil 5%…

Dry Shampoo Hair Loss

Does Dry Shampoo Cause Hair Loss?

Dry shampoo is the unsung hero of hectic mornings, as it makes your hair look fabulous even when you’ve had no time to wash it. That is why over 25% of women and an increasing number of men are estimated…

Diffuse Thinning: Signs, Symptoms, And Treatment Options

Diffuse Thinning: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Hair loss can be a completely normal part of life and most often does not pose a concern, especially when it comes to aging. In fact, over 85% of men [1], and 50% of women [2], will experience hair loss in…

Prince Harry’s Hair Transplant - Everything You Need To Know

Prince Harry’s Hair Transplant – Everything You Need To Know

If you are wondering if Prince Harry had a hair transplant, you are not the only one. As recent photos posted by the royal family member on his wellness website, BetterUp [1], show him with a full head of hair,…