Minoxidil Spray: Uses, Effectiveness, Side Effects

Minoxidil Spray: Uses, Effectiveness, Side Effects

Minoxidil spray is one of the most accessible and widely used Minoxidil products. Easy to apply and with proven success as a hair loss treatment for women and men, Minoxidil spray is a good first-line solution for many different types…

How Long Does A Hair Transplant Take To Heal?

How Long Does A Hair Transplant Take To Heal?

The hair transplant healing process is a major consideration for prospective hair transplant patients. For one thing, a slow healing process can make it more difficult to get a hair transplant without anyone knowing.As long as you work with a…

5000 Grafts Hair Transplant: Coverage, Costs, Results

5000 Grafts Hair Transplant: Coverage, Costs, Results

A 5000 grafts hair transplant is one of the toughest procedures to perform. Surgery of this volume can be tiring for both surgeons and patients so many clinics are unequipped to perform a 5000 graft transplant. Hair transplants of 3000…

My Scalp Hurts When I Move My Hair

My Scalp Hurts When I Move My Hair: All About Scalp Tenderness

If your scalp hurts when you move your hair, you may be wondering if you are suffering from a common scalp problem. Many such conditions, like seborrheic dermatitis [1], atopic dermatitis or scalp psoriasis [2] can indeed cause scalp tenderness.…

Bradley Cooper's Hair Transplant: Hollywood’s Best-Kept Secret

Bradley Cooper’s Hair Transplant: Hollywood’s Best-Kept Secret?

Fans of Bradley Cooper have debated the star’s possible hair transplant for years. While it is clear the actor’s receding hairline has improved in recent years, some fans argue his new look may be due to a hairpiece or hair…

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What Kinds of Hair Loss Can Be Repaired?

Both men and women fall victim to hair loss and baldness, but what are the causes and what can be done about it? We see television ads, internet posts and other advertisements that boast products that can miraculously combat baldness…

Celebrity Hair Transplants Before & After

Celebrity Hair Transplants Before & After

Here at the Wimpole Clinic we like to keep up to date with our celebrities, particularly those with hair transplants. We have ourselves had a few well-known gentlemen come through our doors
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10 best 2-in-1 Shampoo and Conditioner for Hair Growth in 2024

With so many options on the market, it can be difficult to choose the best shampoo and conditioner for hair growth. It would be understandable if you took the faster route by choosing a 2-in-1 product which can clean 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…

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Female Pattern Baldness: Causes, Stages & Treatment Options

Approximately half of all women will experience hair loss by the time they’re 80 [1]. From stress to diet, there are many causes of hair loss in women — but the number one cause is female pattern baldness [2]. These…

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…

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Is It OK To Take Dutasteride 3 Times A Week?

85% of men will experience hair loss at some point in their life [1], whether this comes early on, or as you grow older, it's something that no one is pleased about.The good news is that if you are worried…

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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…

7 Bad Beards & Better Facial Hair Styles You Can Try Instead

7 Bad Beards and Better Facial Hair Styles You Can Try Instead

A clean, healthy, well-groomed beard is, in most cases, a beautiful one. However, since 54% of British men are now sporting some kind of facial hair [1], aesthetic standards have risen and stylists have started talking increasingly about bad beards.Anything…

Hair Thinning On One Side: Common Causes & Treatments

Hair Thinning On One Side: Common Causes & Treatments

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…

Anaemia And Hair Loss: Can Iron Deficiency Affect Your Hair?

Anaemia and Hair Loss: Can Iron Deficiency Affect Your Hair?

Anaemia is a very common condition, affecting 2 billion people worldwide [1]. It is known to cause a range of symptoms and produce a wide range of health complications. But could iron deficiency anaemia cause hair loss? Certain forms of…

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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…

Itchy Scalp And Hair Loss

Can an itchy scalp turn into hair loss?

Over 85% of men [1] and 50% of women [2] will experience some sort of hair loss during their lifetime.Although many people may panic when they start to notice their hair falling out or their scalp feeling itchy, it’s not…

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…

Beard Transplant Timeline: Recovery, Risks And Results

Beard Transplant Timeline: Recovery, Risks and Results

Being unable to grow a full, healthy beard can be distressing for men and can negatively impact their self-esteem. If you’ve decided to fix your beard bald spots surgically, you are likely eager to learn all about your beard transplant…

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How Much Does Finasteride Cost?

In 2022, Finasteride costs between £12.20 and £73.00 per prescription. This depends on the dosage, pack size, pharmacy, and whether you opt for topical or oral Finasteride.In this guide, you’ll learn all about the cost of Finasteride for hair loss,…

Which Vitamin Deficiency Causes Hair Loss?

Which vitamin deficiency causes hair loss?

Vitamins and other micronutrients are not only essential for a healthy body and mind but also important for healthy hair growth. When our vitamin levels get dangerously low, it can impact hair growth and even lead to hair shedding. That’s…

Can You Get A Hair Transplant If You Are Completely Bald?

Can You Get A Hair Transplant If You Are Completely Bald?

If you're completely bald, you may assume it's not possible to have a hair transplant. This is because in order to perform a full hair transplant on the scalp, a surgeon will need to harvest groups of healthy hair follicles from…

Tom Hanks’ Hair Transplant: Everything You Need To Know

Tom Hanks’ Hair Transplant: Everything You Need to Know

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…

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Is A Close-Cropped Buzzcut After Hair Transplant Possible?

Many men who choose to have a hair transplant aren’t looking for a flowing Jason Momoa-style mane. They simply want full coverage across their head so they can style their hair however they like with confidence. This includes close-cropped styles…

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How Many Hair Grafts Do I Need?

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…

Minoxidil For Women: Dosage, Results & Side Effects

Minoxidil For Women: Dosage, Results & Side Effects

Female pattern hair loss affects more than 10% of women by the age of 50, and more than 30% by the age of 70 [1]. Minoxidil for women is a common medication for treating female hair loss [2].Minoxidil can be…

5 Reasons Your Scalp May Be Itching After A Hair Transplant

5 Reasons Your Scalp May Be Itching After a Hair Transplant

If you are concerned about your scalp itching after a hair transplant, you’ll be happy to know that in most cases, it is perfectly normal. Albeit unpleasant, this sensation is a part of what you can expect during hair transplant…

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Chili Oil For Hair Growth + 6 More Hair Growth Oils

Hair loss is an issue which affects a large proportion of both men and women, and can be the result of a wide range of causes. Illness, trauma, stress, pregnancy and genetics can all play a part in hair loss, and the effect can be either temporary or permanent. For cases of hair loss which are permanent, a hair transplant offers a natural looking and lifelong solution but it’s worth trying a number of other treatments first to see if it’s possible to reverse the effects.