For many people who are faced with the tough prospect of going through chemotherapy, one of their greatest concerns is losing their hair. Hair loss and chemotherapy can be traumatising for cancer patients. Hair loss is such a visible sign of their illness and a constant reminder of what they are going through. Not everyone […]
The 10th World Congress for Hair Research was held in Kyoto, Japan, Oct 31, Nov 2, 2017. This is an occasional event gathering together all the national and regional hair research societies for one global congress. Both Drs Farjo were invited faculty speakers, whilst Dr Nilofer Farjo was on the […]
In February, Drs Bessam & Nilofer Farjo were invited international guest speakers at the 8th Annual Scientific Conference & Workshop of Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons, India, in Ludhiana, Punjab. The first day started with a live surgery workshop followed by two more days of lectures, panel debates, expert tables, discussions and networking opportunities for […]
Many of us rely on caffeine to wake us up in the morning, helping us to feel refreshed and energised. But, can a daily dose of caffeine be trusted to do the same for our tresses? The natural energiser has found its way into the shampoo industry and has been claimed to revitalise roots and […]
Sanjeev Bhaskar OBE is a British comedian, actor and broadcaster best known for his work in the BBC Two comedy series Goodness Gracious Me and as host of The Kumars at No. 42. He currently appears on our screens in the 6-part ITV drama, Unforgotten, as DCI ‘Sunny’ Khan. It is on every Thursday at 9pm on ITV. HThe 6the is also currently appearing in the world […]
Eastenders actress, Jacqueline Jossa, isn’t one to shy away from expressing her love of motherhood on social media, but one of her most recent posts caught my eye. The 22 year-old actress gave birth to baby Ella in February and last week took to Instagram to reach out to other new mothers suffering from post […]
With new research about wonder cures and miracle solutions filling the papers and the web almost every day, it’s a wonder that we’re not all perfectly-formed, disease-free creatures! So, I wasn’t too surprised when a piece of research came out last week, claiming that plucking hairs could be the answer to every follically-challenged soul’s prayers. […]
While most people who come through our doors are seriously considering a hair transplant and eager to find out what their next steps are, some come to us hoping for advice on how they can stop hair loss themselves before they turn to surgery. They often want a miracle cure that solves their problem, without […]
I read with interest in the Daily Telegraph last week that a topical cure for baldness could be on the market within two years. Scientists are reported to be in talks with pharmaceutical companies about making a lotion that will reduce levels of PDG2 (prostaglandin G2) – the enzyme that causes follicles to stop producing […]