Can Minoxidil Regrow Eyebrows?
Hair loss is unfortunately very common, with both men and women all over the world experiencing hair shedding, thinning, and…
How to prevent, or stop, traction alopecia
Traction alopecia is a type of hair loss that is caused by anything that pulls repeatedly at the scalp. Typically, this will be things like tight hairstyles, such as tight ponytails, tight braids, cornrows, weaves, or even repeated use of rollers to set the hair. Although the development of traction…
What is folliculitis and how does it cause hair loss?
Folliculitis is a common skin condition that can cause hair loss, depending on where the condition occurs. If it occurs on the scalp, it is often referred to as ‘scalp folliculitis’. What is folliculitis? Folliculitis is a skin condition in which the hair follicles are inflamed. This is usually caused…
What antibiotics cause hair loss?
All medications have potential side effects, and they’re often listed right there on the side of the packet. But what about hair loss? Antibiotics are known to sometimes cause hair loss. But why? How? And what can we do about it? What antibiotics cause hair loss? It is hard to…
The link between coeliac disease and hair loss
Hair loss can be a relatively common complaint for people suffering with coeliac disease. This is because coeliac disease can cause hair loss through multiple different areas, but it’s first important to understand how it does this, before we can talk about how to combat the hair loss itself. What…
Can Warfarin Cause Hair Loss?
There have been a few reports of patients experiencing hair loss whilst on the anticoagulant drug Warfarin. Harley Street Hair Clinic is looking at how it may cause hair loss. We are able to provide some patients with a Warfarin hair loss remedy, in the form of restoration procedures. Read…
What is Finasteride shedding?
Hair shedding is one of the many side effects of finasteride. But what is ‘finasteride shedding’? Is it serious, and can it be reversed? What is finasteride? Finasteride, commonly known as Propecia, is an antiandrogen that is sometimes used to prevent hair loss. It works by inhibiting type II 5-alpa-reductase,…
The top 9 reasons for hair loss in young women
Having your hair fall out when you’re still young can be very alarming, especially so when you’re still a young woman. But fear not, there are many reasons that it may be happening – and most can be solved quite simply. If your hair is falling out, no need to…
Natural hair remedies: apple cider vinegar for hair loss
Apple cider vinegar has a bit of a reputation across the internet as being the next big ‘cure all’ product that you should be using. ACV therapy, as it’s referred to, can cure everything, from hair loss, digestion problems, skin issues, and it’s even been touted as a weight loss…
What can cause hair loss in a child?
Hair loss in children isn’t that uncommon, but it can be quite frightening for parents to encounter. Luckily, most children aged 26 months and over will be suffering from one of the four following conditions – making diagnosis easy. Tinea capitis This is by far the largest cause of hair…
Do Caffeine Shampoos Really Work?
If you’ve suffered from hair loss at any point in your life you’ve probably spent some time researching different options to help restore any hair loss. Something you can’t get away from is the numerous TV, billboard and online adverts for the various caffeine shampoos that are currently on the…
