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Unlocking the Potential of Hair Growth: The Benefits of Using a Dermaroller
The Benefits of Using a Dermaroller with Personalised Hair Growth Serum and Low Laser Red Light Therapy Hair loss can be a distressing experience, impacting self-esteem and overall well-being. With advancements in trichology, numerous treatments have emerged, and one promising approach combines the use of a Dermaroller, personalised hair growth serum, and low laser red light therapy. This synergistic trio not only stimulates hair growth but also enhances the absorption of the


Understanding and Managing Side Effects of Finasteride and Dutasteride: A Guide for Men
Hair loss can be a distressing experience, and many men turn to medications like Finasteride and Dutasteride for relief. These drugs are well-known for their effectiveness in treating androgenetic alopecia (male pattern baldness), but they can also come with side effects. If you're experiencing adverse effects from these medications, it's important to know that you're not alone and that there are steps you can take to manage them. Understanding Finasteride and Dutasteride Fin


Hair-Friendly Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Options
Hair loss is a common concern during menopause, often exacerbated by the decrease in oestrogen levels. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) can help mitigate this issue by replenishing oestrogen, which supports hair growth and prolongs the hair growth cycle. Here, we discuss the most hair-friendly HRT options available in the UK, ranked in order of preference for their benefits to hair health. 1. Estradot Patches Estradot patches are a popular form of oestrogen-only HRT. They ar


Choosing the Right Contraceptive for Those with Alopecia: A Comprehensive Guide
When you suffer from hair loss or alopecia, selecting the right contraceptive is crucial as some hormonal contraceptives can exacerbate the condition. Hormonal fluctuations can significantly impact hair health, and while some contraceptives can help balance hormones, others might worsen hair loss. This blog will explore various contraceptive options available in the UK, detailing their suitability for individuals concerned about hair loss. Please note that this acts as a guid


Understanding Hair Changes During Menopause
Hair changes, including hair loss and changes in texture, are common issues faced by women during the perimenopause and menopause stages. Sunil Kochhar, our TrichoPrescriber, emphasises the significant role hormones play in hair health. The decline in oestrogen levels during menopause leads to a drier scalp and more brittle hair. This hormonal imbalance can also cause hair to thin and shed more easily. The Holistic Approach to Hair Loss Sunil Kochhar stresses the importance o


Exploring Melatonin as a Potential Solution for Hair Loss
Hair loss, also known as alopecia, is a prevalent issue affecting millions globally. This condition can lead to significant emotional and psychological distress. With numerous treatments available, both traditional and alternative, a novel approach has emerged: melatonin. This pleiotropic hormone, commonly known for regulating sleep, has shown potential benefits in promoting hair growth. Here, we explore the scientific evidence supporting melatonin as an effective treatment f


Exploring Effective Treatments for Androgenetic Alopecia
A Look at Combination Therapies Androgenetic alopecia (AGA), commonly known as pattern baldness, is the most prevalent form of hair loss, affecting millions of men and women worldwide. This condition can have a significant impact on self-esteem and quality of life. While various treatments are available, recent research suggests that combining therapies might offer superior results compared to using a single treatment method alone. Understanding Androgenetic Alopecia AGA is c


Understanding Normal Daily Hair Shedding
Hair shedding is a natural part of the hair growth cycle. On average, a person can lose between 50 to 100 hairs per day. This might sound like a lot, but considering the scalp has around 100,000 hair follicles, this amount of shedding is relatively insignificant and often goes unnoticed. Shedding occurs because hair undergoes a life cycle that includes growth (anagen phase), rest (telogen phase), and shedding (catagen phase). Each hair strand is at a different point in this c


Unlocking Hair Growth: How to Use a Dermaroller
for Hairline, Crown, and Beard In the quest for fuller hair and a robust beard, many have turned to dermarollers as a viable solution. This innovative tool, which might look intimidating at first glance, offers a range of benefits that can significantly enhance hair growth on the hairline, crown, and beard. When combined with growth factor serum, the results can be even more impressive. Here's a comprehensive guide on using a dermaroller effectively to stimulate hair growth.


Dutasteride For Female Patterned Hair Loss
Dutasteride is a drug that shouldn't be taken by women of child-bearing age. However in certain circumstances, and for women post menopause, dutasteride has been prescribed for hair loss 'off-label'. The use of dutasteride has shown to be helpful in several types of hair loss in post-menopausal women. For women with typical female patterned hair loss, dutasteride only works while its being used as a treatment for hair loss. Once stopped the benefits are usually lost in 6-9 mo


Oral Minoxidil For Hair Loss
What is oral minoxidil treatment? Minoxidil was originally used to treat high blood pressure. During treatment they found patients on minoxidil developed increased body hair. This ultimately led to the development of topical minoxidil applied directly to the scalp for hair loss treatment. Here at GrowBack we use oral minoxidil at lower doses than those used for blood pressure, as the low dose still stimulates hair growth with lower risk of side effects. This is an off-label t


What is Finasteride and Dutasteride?
If you search for, ‘Medication used to treat hair loss’, you will certainly come across finasteride and dutasteride. Both belong to a class of medication called 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors (5-ARIs). Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is an androgen hormone that is strongly linked to hair loss and research has shown DHT to be responsible for genetic pattern baldness in both males and females. We all have a balance of testosterone in the body and the enzyme 5-Alpha Reductase converts t


Hair Loss in Women
There are several possible causes to hair loss in women and there is no cure to hair loss, however you may respond well to treatment if you start early. Key signs that you may be experiencing hair loss. Widening of the parting as you age Bald spots Shedding more than 200 hairs per day Scalp visible through the hair Hair break off Smaller pony tails What is hair loss in women? We all shed hair daily, usually between 50 to 120 hairs every single day. This is part of a natural b


What is a Personalised Hair Serum?
Personalised treatments are based on what would be the most effective treatment for you, using your DNA to create an individualised hair serum preventing your hair loss. Not all hair treatments work for everybody. Hair growth success demands on several factors, mainly your genetic profile and lifestyle. Analysing your genetic makeup and looking at the affects of your response to hair growth drugs allows us to create you a personalised hair serum with the greatest success. Cre


Is Sleep Important for Hair Growth?
Many patients ask us if the lack of sleep can cause their hair to fall out ... in short YES! Sleep deficit is very common as we all try to get as much done as we can in our day. This often leads to the cycle of lack of sleep leading to stress to then causing further sleep issues. This cycle is what triggers and increases your chance of suffering hair shedding known as telogen effluvium. Mostly this is a temporary hair loss state until your stress impacts have resolved and you
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