Realising that you are starting to lose your hair is a shock to many. As such, when people start to notice their receding hairline, or thinning patches, their mind immediately jumps to the same drastic conclusion: “that’s it – I need a hair transplant!”. Of course, hair transplants are highly effective for the right candidate, […]
Why am I losing my hair in my twenties?
Posted onYour twenties should be a time of fun, freedom and youth – it’s definitely not a period that most of us associate with hair loss, so it can come as a shock when younger people start to notice a few more hairs on their hairbrush. So, what’s at the root of the issue? Well, there […]
Is hair loss hereditary?
Posted onHow often have you been told that if you’d like an idea of how your hair might end up looking in future, that you should take a look at your mother’s side of the family? It’s a very common misconception that the genes for pattern baldness are passed down from the mother’s side – hair […]
What is trichotillomania?
Posted onTrichotillomania – also known as compulsive hair-pulling – is a condition that causes the sufferer and intense desire to pull out their hair, whether it be the hairs on their head, eyebrows, eyelashes, or any other parts of the body. It is more commonly found in teenagers and young adults, particularly females, but anyone can […]
What to consider before undergoing a hair transplant
Posted onIf you have spotted that you’re going a little thin on top, or your hairline isn’t what it used to be, you’re in good company – around half of men and a quarter of women will experience hair loss in their lifetime. For some, it’s something that they can happily live with, but if you […]
The main causes of female hair loss and how to treat it
Posted onYour hair is your crowning glory, so realising that you’re losing more than usual can be incredibly worrying, especially if you’re unsure what’s behind it. Hair loss is a surprisingly common problem for women, so you’re not alone. In many cases, hair loss is temporary – but what could be behind it? You’re anaemic Around […]
From sun to stress: what really causes hair loss?
Posted onThere’s no doubt about it: we’re living in a ‘fake news’ era. We’re being constantly bombarded with so much information that it can be difficult to separate fact from fiction – but not everything we read should be taken at face value! Over the years, we’ve heard so many hair loss myths that it’s enough […]
Dealing with post-natal hair loss
Posted onEveryone knows the body undergoes a host of changes during pregnancy, but many women are surprised by the impact that it has on their hair. Known as telogen effluvium, post-natal hair loss is very common in the first six months after giving birth, but it can be distressing for new mothers to go through. On […]
News: Is it safe to use Minoxidil to grow a beard?
Posted onThe full beard trend has been in vogue for a few years now, but for men who struggle to achieve the coveted look, there’s no quick-fix solution to achieve it – which is why thousands have been taking the drastic step of using Minoxidil on their faces to try and grow a beard. The over-the-counter […]
Understanding androgenetic alopecia
Posted onBy the age of 50, over half of men will have experienced hair loss due to pattern baldness. It’s not just men who are affected, either – by the age of 65, around 50 per cent of women will also notice some hair loss as a result of pattern baldness. Also known as androgenetic alopecia, […]