Hair transplant blog

Nizoral shampoo is a topical treatment for dandruff. It contains the active ingredient ketoconazole, which is commonly used to treat fungal infections like athlete’s foot. In addition, it’s also used to treat scalp conditions including pityriasis versicolor, seborrheic dermatitis, and…

Your hair type defines how you should care for it. Type 3A hair is one of the trickiest to look after, as you'll have a mix of waves and loose curls, and might be prone to frizz.When you know how…

Hair growth is surprisingly slow at around an inch every few months, around 6 inches in total over the year. This growth rate, of course, varies from one person to another with various things affecting it such as nutrition, stress…

It's common knowledge that the food you eat has a huge impact on your general health. From childhood development to reducing the risk of disease, eating a balanced diet has lots of benefits for your mind and body [1].Most people…

The male grooming industry is booming. The market is now worth almost £70 million [1] — so it’s clearly important for men to know how to look their best.So do you know how to take care of your facial hair?…

The global hair transplant industry is worth more than $6 billion — and a sixth of this value comes from Turkey [1]. Turkey is a popular hair transplant destination, thanks to its cut-rate hair restoration treatments. You only need to…

Human hair normally grows at a genetically determined rate of approximately 10-12 mm per month [1], so it is not easy to grow hair faster for men. However, when they feel their strands are not developing fast enough, men are…

Pfizer is the world’s biggest research-based pharmaceutical company. They’re responsible for some of the most successful medications in circulation, including the first UK-approved Covid-19 vaccine.Recently, Pfizer filed for approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European…

The concept of 3D printing is now firmly established and since its invention in 1979 has progressed rapidly into mainstream areas such as engineering, manufacturing, science and medicine. Though most are aware of the term few know exactly where it…

Healthy hair is smooth, soft, and shiny, regardless of its natural texture. However, it's not always easy to keep it this way. As a result, many of us, particularly women, end up with dry and damaged hair that looks and…

Hair loss is something that we all tend to worry about at some point in our lives. Whether our hair is starting to thin due to old age, bad diet, or just stress, no one wants to see their hair…

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…

Many people feel self-conscious about their high hairline. This comes as no surprise, considering our forehead's important role in our overall appearance. In classical aesthetics, a well-balanced and attractive face is split into equal thirds, with the forehead making up…

Turkish hair mills are becoming notorious for delivering poor results for patients who get a hair transplant in Turkey. While some Turkish hair restoration clinics are trustworthy and reputable, many take advantage of patients’ low self-confidence with the promise of…

More than half of British men (54%) sport facial hair today, up from 37% in 2011[1]. So it is not surprising that there is growing interest in how to fix a patchy beard. And there is also a burgeoning industry…

Female hair loss and hair thinning are becoming an increasing concern and not just for women of a certain age. 40% of women under the age of 50 experience hair loss, and women as young as 25 may be affected [1]. As…

It can be lovely to feel warm rays upon your tresses, but is sunlight good for your hair? You may know that exposure to the sun is needed to get a natural dose of vitamin D, which is good for…

If you’re worried about hair loss then washing your hair in the shower can become a source of dread. You may notice hair shedding as you shampoo and condition your hair, or spot clumps of hair in the drain while…

Rosemary oil is one of the best-known natural remedies for hair loss. With several studies backing the use of rosemary oil to treat male pattern baldness, it’s unsurprising that so many people turn to rosemary oil for hair growth [1-4].But…

Having a baby can cause a lot of changes in your body — but it can also have a big impact on your hair.Postpartum hair loss is a relatively common condition for many women. One study found more than 68%…

Wash and wear haircuts for women over 60 can help simplify your beauty routine. These styles look effortlessly polished with a simple wash and minimal styling, freeing up more time in your day. Up to 50% of women develop androgenetic alopecia…

Type 1 hair describes thin, straight hair — a type of hair that’s common in the UK. Around 45% of people of European descent have straight hair, while 40% have waves and just 15% have curls [1]. 1a hair is…

It's no secret that comedian Jimmy Carr has had a hair transplant. He isn't the first celebrity to undergo this procedure, with David Beckham's hair transplant and Elon Musk's FUT transplant coming first. Like Wimpole Clinic hair transplant patient Rob…

There are myriad shampoos and conditioner brands on the market, all proclaiming benefits for the hair and scalp - but many do not live up to expectation. It may explain the frequency with which many of us change the products…

Finasteride works better than almost any other medication to treat male pattern baldness [1]. Commonly known by the brand name Propecia, Finasteride is one of the most popular hair restoration drugs in the UK and worldwide.In 2021, it was the most…

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…