Traction alopecia is a relatively common condition, but usually a wholly avoidable one. It’s caused by the hair being repeatedly pulled, usually by wearing tight ponytails, buns or braids. Hair extensions are also a common cause, if they are attached tightly to the roots of the hair – even hair accessories and headwear can contribute […]
Meet the team: Dr Nilofer Farjo
Posted onOur hair restoration surgeon and founding director, Dr Nilofer Farjo, tells us more about her role at Farjo… 1. What’s your background and how did you come to work at the Farjo Hair Institute? I graduated from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland in 1998 – my background is in general medicine, but I became […]
FAQ: Do hair transplants really work?
Posted onA full head of hair is something that many of us take for granted until it’s gone. Hair transplants aren’t a miracle cure – it’s a rather misunderstood process, as some are under the impression that the new hair is fake, or that it will shed soon after the procedure. There are two types of […]
Everything you need to know about beard transplants
Posted onWith beards reigning supreme in the male fashion stakes, it’s no surprise that facial hair transplants have been gaining in popularity. A procedure which was pioneered by The Farjo Hair Institute back in 1996, facial hair restoration is commonly used to create a fuller, more uniform beard and to cover facial scarring or other skin […]
Team Farjo heads to Aesthetic Medicine North
Posted onThe Farjo team attended the BAHRS Autumn Regional Meeting at Manchester Central as part of Aesthetic Medicine North, an annual event for medical aesthetic practitioners. A mixture of hair transplant surgeons, trichologists, hair transplant surgical assistants, clinic owners, patient advisors and semi-permanent pigmentation practitioners from across the country came together to attend the meeting, An […]
Untangling shampoo myths
Posted onShampooing our hair is something that many of us do on a daily basis without much thought – it’s just a simple part of our routine. That said, despite the fact that many of us have been washing our locks for decades, there are still plenty of misconceptions swirling around out there! Here are some […]
Hair loss: fact or fiction?
Posted onLosing your hair can be a troubling experience, and the myths that exist around hair loss aren’t doing anything to dispel the worry and confusion that some people feel when they notice it. So, here’s the truth behind a few common myths… Bald men have more testosterone Male pattern baldness is the most common cause […]
Don’t leave your hair out in the cold
Posted onWhether we want to face it or not, winter is approaching rapidly, bringing plummeting temperatures and harsh weather conditions. Dry skin is common during the colder months, so many of us opt for a heavier moisturiser to keep our skin in good condition – but what about our hair? You may not realise it, but […]
FAQ: What is Low Level Laser Therapy?
Posted onAlthough hair transplants are what most people think of when considering a hair loss treatment, there’s an ever-increasing range of pioneering treatments available. It may sound like something straight out of a Sci-Fi film, but lasers are gaining in popularity as a treatment to tackle hair loss. What is LLLT? Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), […]
Will stress make my hair fall out?
Posted onStress and anxiety can wreak havoc on the body – nausea, shortness of breath and poor concentration are all common physical symptoms when faced with a stressful situation. It can also trigger hair loss, which can be a distressing side effect that actually causes more anxiety for many people. After genetic factors, stress is the […]