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Are hair extensions bad for your hair?

Hair extensions are one of the most popular hair accessories for women. In 2023, the hair extension market was worth more than $4.5bn globally, with demand increasing year-on-year [1]. Hair extensions can enhance the volume and appearance of your hair,…

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Ludwig Scale: Causes, Stages & Treatment

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…

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Telogen Effluvium: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment Options

Telogen effluvium is a type of temporary hair shedding caused by stress, shock, or trauma. Research suggests it's the most common cause of diffuse non-scarring alopecia (androgenetic alopecia also known as pattern baldness remains the number one cause of general…

Nanoxidil Guide: Uses, Results & Side Effects

Nanoxidil Guide: Uses, Results & Side Effects

Nanoxidil is a relatively new hair loss formula that was first released in 2011. Specifically formulated to tackle male pattern baldness and female pattern hair loss, Nanoxidil is claimed to have fewer side effects than other medications, while still reducing hair loss and promoting hair…

Should You Take Finasteride In The Morning Or At Night

Should You Take Finasteride in the Morning or at Night?

There are currently no studies to show whether taking Finasteride  in the morning or at night has any impact on its effectiveness. What is more important is the consistency and regularity with which you take it. That is because regardless…

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Does Toner Damage Your Hair?

Toners are a great way to enhance your hair colour and get that perfect shade you’ve always dreamed of. They are helpful in correcting imperfect dye jobs and can give your locks a lovely shine. But are they also safe…

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Can You REALLY Make Your Hair Grow Just By Brushing?

There's a well-known hair myth that brushing your hair 100 times a day gives you sleek, healthy hair.While this claim has been widely discredited, the rumour persists that brushing your hair can help stimulate hair growth. Everything from the number of…

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Trichotillomania Hair Regrowth Tips

According to research, up to 3.6% of people suffer from Trichotillomania [1], a mental health disorder characterised by hair pulling. Needless to say, this compulsive hair-pulling disorder can have big implications on the sufferer's everyday life and can lead to…

5 Hair Transplant Regrets (And How To Avoid Them)

5 Hair Transplant Regrets (And How To Avoid Them)

Whether patients have hair transplant regrets or not depends entirely on the individual and their experience. Many hair transplants go smoothly however, some don’t.In 2022, the ISHRS reported that 6% of hair transplant repair cases were due to a black-market…

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…

Type 2a Hair: What Is It And How Do I Care For It?

Type 2a Hair: What Is It And How Do I Care For It?

Type 2a hair describes the loosest kind of waves on the hair type chart. Each form of wavy or curly hair has a unique character that requires a personalised approach to care. Caring for your hair can be time-consuming and complex,…

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Folliculitis After Hair Transplant: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments

Folliculitis is one of the most common hair transplant side effects. One study found that folliculitis occurred in 1% of hair transplant patients [1]. So while it's relatively rare, you still need to recognise the signs and symptoms of this condition if you've…

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Anxiety And Hair Loss: Can Stress Cause You To Lose Hair?

Stress can sometimes be a positive presence, motivating and creating the impetus to reach a target or a goal. However, too much stress can lead to anxiety and this is a far less desirable emotion, causing not just psychological effects but also physical manifestations too. One such symptom is hair loss; we take a closer look at how stress and anxiety can lead to this.
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…

Spironolactone For Hair Loss: How Does It Work?

Spironolactone For Hair Loss: How Does It Work?

Around 1 in 10 women in the UK experience polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) [1], an endocrine disorder affecting the ovaries, caused by an underlying hormonal imbalance.Along with being one of the leading causes of fertility problems and additional health problems…

Baga Chipz Hair Transplant At The Wimpole Clinic: Results, Costs, Grafts

Baga Chipz’s Hair Transplant At The Wimpole Clinic: Results, Costs, Grafts

While her flamboyant wigs make her look amazing, Baga Chipz's hair transplant at the Wimple Clinic helped her achieve a flawless natural hairline as well. This can be a major confidence booster for someone as dedicated to beauty and self-care and always striving towards…

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…

Alopecia Totalis: Causes. Symptoms, & Treatment

Alopecia Totalis: Causes. Symptoms, & Treatment

Hair loss is something that many of us will have to deal with at some point in our lifetimes. Whether it's the first signs of a receding hairline, or you start to lose hair due to stress, it's something that most…

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…

How To Trim A Beard For Professional Results

How to Trim a Beard for Professional Results

Since 54% of British men are now wearing facial hair [1], the barbershop industry has flourished. But what if you could learn how to trim a beard like a professional?While it can seem difficult if you’ve never done it before,…

500 Grafts Hair Transplant: Coverage, Results, Costs

500 Grafts Hair Transplant: Coverage, Results, Costs

A 500 grafts hair transplant is usually the minimum number of grafts you can get in one session and is considered a small hair transplant. If you need fewer grafts than this, your hair loss may not be extensive enough…

The 20 Best & Worst Haircuts For Men Who Are Balding On Top

The 20 Best and Worst Haircuts for Men Who Are Balding on Top

A bald spot on the crown can have a significant negative effect on a man’s self-confidence, and it can affect his social and sometimes, even his professional life. However, you will be happy to know that, in many cases, getting…

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5 Ways Smoking Can Impact Hair Transplant Results

If you are one of the over 22% of the global population who smoke [1], you may be wondering if smoking can truly impact your hair transplant results. That is understandable, since the thought of having to go weeks without…

Biofibre Hair Transplants: Everything You Need To Know

Biofibre Hair Transplants: Everything You Need To Know

A Biofibre hair transplant is an innovative approach to the artificial hair transplant. It allows those who are not candidates for a natural hair transplant to undergo FUE hair restoration surgery.People with conditions that make it impossible for a natural…

What Is The Success Rate Of PRP Hair Treatment?

What Is The Success Rate of PRP Hair Treatment?

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) hair treatment is a promising new treatment for hair loss. It involves harvesting regenerative cells from your blood and reinjecting them to areas of thinning hair to encourage regrowth and regeneration. Research shows encouraging results, but what is…