Hair transplant blog

Around 60% of the human body is made up of water [1], and everyone knows water is essential to life. Not drinking enough fluids can cause a wide range of health symptoms, but can dehydration cause hair loss? Well-known brands…

Oftentimes, we tend to associate higher-concentration medications with a more potent effect. And when it comes to hair loss treatments, most patients want to experience substantial hair growth as soon as possible, so some are tempted to try the strongest…

While hair transplant surgery is a highly effective solution to previous hair loss, it isn't necessarily the first or final step of hair restoration. Many patients suffer from hereditary or pattern balding, therefore to reduce future hair loss, a hair transplant surgeon…

If you are wondering about the causes of female hair loss at the temples, you might be one of the 55% of women who are experiencing hair loss during their lifetime [1]. While temporal hair loss is more common for…

A revolutionary new way to treat hair loss has been unveiled in a hair restoration clinic in San Diego, America. This new procedure creates permanent results while being minimally invasive and is set to completely turn the world of hair…

Dutasteride half-life may be a concern if you’re using it as a hair loss treatment. 80% of men experience male pattern baldness by the age of 80 [1], so it’s no surprise that interest in medications to treat this condition…

Hair transplantation is one of the most effective ways to treat thinning hair. FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) and FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation) hair transplants can restore your hair to its original thickness, even if you have long hair, which is why…

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…

Many men first notice they’re losing hair when it starts receding at the temples. A receding hairline is one of the first signs of male pattern baldness, the most common type of hair loss worldwide. Male pattern hair loss affects…

Dutasteride is one of the most effective non-surgical hair loss treatments for male pattern baldness [1]. As a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, it blocks the production of the hormone responsible for male pattern hair loss, dihydrotestosterone, or DHT.Topical Dutasteride is currently undergoing clinical trials as…

When you’ve decided to get a hair transplant, one of the biggest decisions is establishing which type of hair transplant procedure is right for you. The 2 most popular hair transplant techniques are FUE (follicular unit extraction) and FUT (follicular…

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) hair treatments are successfully used to help treat several types of hair loss, such as androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata [1]. A meta-analysis of 6 PRP clinical trials shows improvements in patient hair density and thickness in…

Many celebrities are rumoured to have had hair transplants. In fact, some of them have come straight out and said it. However, others like Elon Musk, have kept coy about their hair restoration surgery, despite it being pretty obvious that…

Scalp folliculitis, according to the NHS, is usually not serious, though it often causes pain, inflammation and itchiness. It is a common scalp problem that can occur in people of any age or gender, however some are more predisposed to…

Finasteride 5mg is a drug primarily used to treat an enlarged prostate caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It can also be used to treat male pattern baldness, although it’s less commonly used than Finasteride 1mg.In this article, learn all…

Although hair loss is typically something that's associated with men, there are many women who also struggle with losing hair.In fact, more than 50% of women are expected to experience hair loss at some point in their life [1]. Although…

As you get older, it’s normal for your hair to start to thin. But when it becomes more noticeable, it can damage your confidence. Menopause-related hair loss is one of the more visible symptoms of getting older, which can make…

Minoxidil is a licensed hair loss treatment in the UK, but it’s not currently available on the NHS.That’s because in most cases, hair loss is considered a cosmetic issue that doesn’t impact your general health and wellbeing (although it’s well-documented…

While not yet FDA-approved for treating hair loss, studies show that Dutasteride 0.5 mg is even more efficient than both Finasteride and Minoxidil in curbing male pattern baldness and increasing hair density [1]. This promising new medication can be prescribed…

Hair transplants are one of the most popular hair restoration methods. In 2021, more than 703,000 hair transplant procedures were performed around the world — a rise of 151% in the last decade [1-2].Until recently, hair transplants haven't had the…

If you have a big forehead, there are many things you can do to cover it or make it smaller. You can wear bangs, get forehead reduction surgery or opt for a hairline-lowering hair transplant. However, if you were born…

Finasteride has been used to treat hair loss and promote hair regrowth for many years now. It’s a hugely successful treatment, with one study finding that 83% of men suffering from male pattern baldness stopped losing hair while taking Finasteride…

Biotin has been lauded as a magical hair growth remedy. There are Instagram pages dedicated to it and influencers who seem to swear by it for their hair, skin, and nails. However, while it’s definitely important to get a healthy…

Looking for a cheap, easy way to boost your hair growth? Switching to a hair growth shampoo is often the first port of call for people with hair loss.While many shampoos contain ingredients that are proven to stimulate hair growth,…

Discovering your first grey strands can come as a shock, especially if your hair is a darker shade. But don’t worry, there are great ways to achieve seamless roots and expertly blend your grey hair and dark brown hair. All…

From age to genetics to stress, there are many factors that impact balding and hair loss. Over time, these traits can combine to leave you with major hair loss that impacts your self-confidence.This can leave you wondering if it’s too late…

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…