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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

Everyone is looking for the best hair growth booster. Caffeine is absorbed through the scalp within minutes, but its absorption really depends on the way its applied. Shampoos are the most common way caffeine is applied to the scalp. This method is generally a hit or miss as we don't leave enough time for the shampoo to absorb into the hair follicle to get activity. This is why with our patients we add on caffeine as a hair serum, in addition to your personalised serums to im

Zinc is a trace element that is essential for biochemical processes in the body. These processes depend on Zinc for cell reproduction, protein synthesis, maintenance of hormone levels and much more. Zinc is found naturally in many foods such as seafood, red meat & poultry, beans, nuts, dairy products and other fortified foods. Since our bodies don't hold on to Zinc we need to keep a steady supply going to keep the essential biochemical processes going. Enough can be consumed

Female pattern hair loss (also called androgenetic alopecia) is a common type of hereditary hair thinning. Women do not become bald like men but their hair becomes quite thin. Female pattern hair loss begins as early as in your 40s and typically continues to develop with continued thinning in your 50s, 60s, 70s & beyond. Hair thinning also starts as early as your teenage years, but it becomes more noticeable once you hit your 20s and 30s. Key features: Less hair on top of you