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Wayne Rooney Hair Journey

The father of three and world-renowned Manchester United player is one of the most famous hair transplant success stories to date. Unlike David Beckham's hair transplant and Xherdan Shaqiri's hair transplant (which have both yet to be confirmed) Rooney had…

What Your Beard Says About You

What Your Beard Says About You

Beards have been on trend for the last few years. And with styles ranging from full beards to stubble to horseshoe moustaches, this trend doesn't look like it's going anywhere.Many of the world's most stylish men sport some kind of…

Should You Get A Second Hair Transplant?

Should You Get A Second Hair Transplant?

Getting hair restoration surgery is a big decision. So what happens if you don’t get the results you want from a single hair transplant? Should you get a second hair transplant procedure, or is it better to accept and embrace…

Matt Lucas Alopecia: Everything You Need To Know

Matt Lucas Alopecia: Everything You Need To Know

Matt Lucas rose to fame as co-creator of the sketch show Little Britain. He donned a number of different wigs to play various memorable characters for the show — but Matt Lucas actually has alopecia, a type of hair loss…

Does Sertraline Cause Hair Loss?

Does Sertraline Cause Hair Loss?

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…

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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…

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…

Norwood Stage 5: Photos, Treatments, Results

Norwood Stage 5: Photos, Treatments, Results

Norwood 5 is an advanced stage of male pattern hair loss. At this stage, you can see thinning across the scalp, with your receding hairline starting to deepen towards the mid-scalp, and an expanding bald spot on the crown. Not all men with male…

Hair Thinning In Women

Hair Thinning in Women

Hair thinning in women is often temporary and reversible, but it can still be a concern. It occurs for lots of different reasons: medical conditions, lifestyle factors, and genetics can all play a part. Due to the varying nature of…

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Why is Hair Loss More Common in Men than Women?

Whilst both men and women can experience hair loss, it tends to be more noticeable in men.
Does Hair Gel Cause Hair Loss?

Does Hair Gel Cause Hair Loss?

From quiffs to slicked-back looks, hair gel can help you create all kinds of styles. But can hair gel cause hair loss or hair damage?If you use hair gel daily and you’re seeing high levels of hair loss, you’re probably wondering…

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Alopecia Barbae: Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment

Want to know what's causing those small round bald patches in your beard? You may have alopecia barbae.Alopecia barbae is a type of hair loss that affects the jaw, face, and neckline. It often occurs in conjunction with alopecia areata — a…

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How Does the Half-Life of Finasteride Affect Your Hair Loss?

While it has excellent results in treating male pattern baldness, the half-life of Finasteride is only between 4.7 and 8 hours [1]. This means that it only remains in your system for a relatively short time after taking it. This…

Steve Carell Hair Transplant: Everything You Need To Know

Steve Carell Hair Transplant: Everything You Need To Know

Star of The Office (U.S.) Steve Carell appears to have had a dramatic hairline transformation over the years. As more and more celebrities reveal that they’ve had a hair transplant, the hair restoration procedure has begun to be talked about…

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Marshmallow Root Benefits For Hair + 3 More Healthy Hair Herbs

As you age, it gets more and more important to look after your hair. While you may take it for granted in your younger years, hair begins to thin and lose its lustre as a natural part of the ageing…

Tea Tree Oil For Hair

Tea Tree Oil For Hair: Benefits, Side Effects & Alternatives

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…

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Minoxidil Guide: Uses, Results & Side Effects

Minoxidil is one of the most popular treatments for hair loss. It helps reduce hair fall and stimulate regrowth in a whole range of hair loss conditions, from male pattern baldness to traction alopecia. Minoxidil is the second most recommended…

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…

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…

Is Olive Oil Good For Hair Growth? Benefits, Risks And Uses

Is Olive Oil Good for Hair Growth? Benefits, Risks and Uses

Many online sources say that olive oil is good for hair growth. After all, it has a wide range of beneficial properties as it contains antioxidants [1], anti-inflammatory[2] and antimicrobial agents [3]. So it would not be hard to fathom…

Does Olaplex Cause Hair Loss?

Does Olaplex Cause Hair Loss?

Olaplex is a brand of hair products that have been endorsed by celebrities and influencers including Kim Kardashian. Their products include shampoos, conditioners, and hair masks that are designed to make damaged hair healthier — especially for those who bleach…

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Can a bad hair transplant be fixed?

While there are a high number of success stories with hair transplants, there are also a number of bad hair transplants that can leave patients with both physical and mental scarring. There is nothing worse than building yourself up to go through the procedure, only to be disappointed with the results.
Lupus And Hair Loss: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

Lupus and Hair Loss: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

More than five million people worldwide suffer from lupus, a chronic disease causing the immune system to attack healthy organs and tissues – including hair follicles. With hair loss one of the most common symptoms of lupus (reported by up…

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Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia (FFA) is a form of scarring or cicatricial alopecia that mainly affects women. In 83-95% of women, Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia usually begins after menopause between 55-63-years-old [1]. FFA causes permanent hair loss from the frontotemporal or front…

David Beckham Hair Transplant

David Beckham Hair Transplant: Everything You Need To Know

Hair transplants are a rite of passage in the Premier League. Wayne Rooney’s had a hair transplant. Rob Holding’s had a hair transplant. Even the Godfather himself, Antonio Conte, has had a hair transplant (while he’s never officially confirmed the…

Traction Alopecia: Causes, Stages & Treatment Options

Traction Alopecia: Causes, Stages & Treatment Options

Traction alopecia (TA) is a common form of alopecia that can affect both men and women. This type of loss of hair is characterised by balding caused by repeatedly pulling on your hair, usually as a result of wearing tight…

Fixing Beard Bald Spots From Alopecia Barbae & Other Causes

Fixing Beard Bald Spots From Alopecia Barbae & Other Causes

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…

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Gary Goldsmith’s Hair Transplant – Everything you Need to Know

Businessman Gary Goldsmith’s hair transplant has been the talk of the internet ever since he entered the Celebrity Big Brother house with a new, luscious head of hair. Famous for being Kate Middleton’s vivacious uncle, commenters were used to the…

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The Best Essential Oils for Hair Growth

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…