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Medications That Cause Hair Loss

Hair loss can be a side effect of many medications, causing patients and those undergoing treatment a lot of stress. Telogen effluvium is the most common type of drug-induced hair loss [1]. It’s a type of hair loss that can…

Finasteride Alternatives: What Can I Use Instead Of Finasteride?

Finasteride Alternatives: What Can I Use Instead of Finasteride?

If you’re one of the 85% of men globally who are affected by hair loss, you’ve probably heard of an array of products that claim to prevent baldness and promote healthy hair growth [1]. Although male pattern baldness is something…

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Pityriasis Amiantacea: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

There are many different scalp disorders out there – some more common than others – that can affect the health of your scalp and the way your hair grows.One condition that can affect many people is Pityriasis Amiantacea. If you're…

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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…

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Eyebrow Transplant Cost UK

Hair transplantation clinics across the UK offer eyebrow transplants to repair overplucked eyebrows, fill in patchy areas, or create fuller, more shapely brows. In 2022, 13.5% of all hair transplant procedures were performed on the eyebrow, making this the second…

Keratin For Hair

Keratin For Hair: Benefits, Dangers, Treatment Types

Keratin makes up 65% to 95% of your hair fibre [1]. It’s an essential protein for keeping your hair strong and healthy — but your body can’t absorb keratin from food or other sources, so many people turn to keratin…

Danny Ings Hair Transplant: Everything You Need To Know

Danny Ings Hair Transplant: Everything You Need To Know

Premier League stalwart and England international Danny Ings sported a very different hairstyle in 2023/24 pre-season training and games, following a hair transplant at London’s Mayfair Hair Clinic (a bespoke VIP service of the Wimpole Clinic).So what do we know about…

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…

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…

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…

Can Birth Control Pills Cause Hair Loss?

Can Birth Control Pills Cause Hair Loss?

Around 26% of women who use birth control choose the pill as a safe and effective way to prevent unwanted pregnancy [1]. Out of the many different forms of contraception such as birth control injections, implants, and contraceptive diaphragms, the…

Can Laser Hair Growth Caps Really Regrow Hair? Evidence Review

Can Laser Hair Growth Caps Really Regrow Hair? Evidence Review

The hair growth industry is unfortunately flooded with ineffective, unproven products and treatments which promise to magically cure your hair loss. So it is natural to wonder whether laser hair growth caps can really help regrow your hair. While effectiveness…

Afro Hair: Types, Haircare, Hair Loss Advice

Afro Hair: Types, Haircare, Hair Loss Advice

Afro hair is an important part of many people’s identities. So taking good care of your hair is vital for keeping it healthy and looking its best.While there are now more products specifically designed to help you look after your…

FUE Hair Transplants Explained

FUE Hair Transplants: Procedure, Results, Recovery and Costs

Follicular unit extraction (FUE) hair transplants are a popular transplant technique. When choosing a hair restoration procedure, more than 75% of men and 57% of women choose FUE [1].As a permanent treatment for hair loss that offers natural-looking results with…

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Does Finasteride Cause Erectile Dysfunction?

Finasteride is one of the most common forms of treatment that is given to 85% of men who experience hair loss by the age of 50 [1].Despite Finasteride being an effective treatment that, over the course of numerous clinical trials, has…

Hair Thinning In Women

Losing hair mid 20s? What’s going on?

Hair loss at a young age seems more than a little unfair, doesn't it? No way would male or female pattern hair loss occur as early as in your 20s, right? After all, that sort of thing seems like an older person's game.Well,…

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Scarring Alopecia: Causes, Stages & Treatment Options

Scarring alopecia is a type of permanent, irreversible hair loss that destroys hair follicles and replaces them with scar tissue. It occurs in 7% of hair loss patients, so while it’s not the most common cause of hair loss, it…

Cheaper Isn’t Always Better - Getting The Hair Transplant Treatment You Deserve

Cheap Hair Transplants: Why Cheaper Isn’t Always Better

Hair transplants are one of the most effective and long-lasting solutions to extensive hair loss caused by pattern baldness, or androgenetic alopecia. So it makes sense that more people are seeking cost-effective hair transplants since you can’t get a hair…

Does Finasteride Lower Testosterone Levels?

Does Finasteride Lower Testosterone Levels?

Finasteride is a popular hair loss medication. Always or often recommended by more than two-thirds of hair loss specialists, Finasteride is proven to create great results for those experiencing male pattern baldness [1]. But there are known side effects of Finasteride,…

Widow's Peak Vs Receding Hairline Learn To Tell Them Apart

Widow’s Peak Vs Receding Hairline: Learn to Tell Them Apart

Confused about which type of hairline you have? It’s not always easy to tell the difference between a widow’s peak and a receding hairline. And if you’re worried about androgenetic alopecia, it can be an important distinction to make. This condition…

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How Many Hair Transplants Can You Have?

Getting a hair transplant is a big decision. Hair transplant surgery is something most people hope they’ll only have to do once. The good news is that for more than two-thirds of all hair transplantation patients, it is.In this article,…

Sparse Eyebrows Before And After Eyebrow Treatments

Sparse Eyebrows: 10 Ways To Fix Thinning Brows

Sparse eyebrows making you feel self-conscious? You’re not alone. Many people are habitual overpluckers, while others have naturally sparse brow hairs. Some eyebrow hair loss is down to autoimmune conditions like alopecia areata. Our eyebrows are more than just a…

The Baldness Cure: How Close Is It And Is It Worth The Wait?

The Baldness Cure: How Close Is It And Is It Worth the Wait?

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.…

How Long To Leave Rosemary Oil In Hair

How Long Should You Leave Rosemary Oil In Your Hair?

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…

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Beard Transplant Aftercare and Post-Op Itch

Beard transplants are a fantastic option for men who are unable to grow a full beard on their own, or are experiencing patchy or thinning spots in the beard. Beard hair transplant surgery is a fairly simple surgical procedure that…

Hair And Anorexia Nervosa

Anorexia And Hair Loss: What You Need To Know

Anorexia nervosa is a mental health disorder characterised by an obsession over weight, restricted eating, and a distorted body image. Sufferers often lose weight rapidly, becoming malnourished. The health risks of eating disorders like anorexia are well-known — but did…

George Groves Hair Transplant

George Groves Hair Transplant: How He Transformed His Look

George Groves, a former professional boxer from the UK, has spoken openly about his hair transplant in 2019. When discussing his new head of hair, Groves said, “it makes me feel younger, it makes me feel more confident” [3]. Fans were…

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…