As a medical doctor with an interest in Trichology, it was an honour and a pleasure to be invited to lunch with Dr Rupy of The Doctor’s Kitchen. We both have a background in General Practice in the UK and Read more…
My clinic was one of the first in the country to start using TrichoTest after it came to the UK in autumn 2019. Shortly before lockdown, I was able to use this service to advise on appropriate hair loss medications Read more…
During January 2021, the Queens walking group put on an online event called Black Hair Rocks, which was a partial re-run of part of the original event in November 2020. The Queens Walking Group is a genuine walking group based Read more…
This clinic provides help and advice to people experiencing hair loss of all hair types. However there are certain types of hair loss which affect women with afro-textured hair more. I will be talking about this at the Business of Read more…
It can be difficult to know where to get credible sources of advice when experiencing hair loss, regardless of hair type. During lockdown I had the opportunity to have a chat with Dija Ayodele, Aesthetician and Founder of the Black Read more…
Trichology is the name given to the study and practice concerned with the hair and scalp. It owes its origin to the ancient Greek word ‘thrix;’ which means hair. In 1860 a semi-scientific interest in hair loss and hair care Read more…
Think carefully before taking supplements. It is very tempting to take a supplement that indicates a benefit for hair. A healthy balanced diet, with food from all the food groups is best for supporting hair growth. However, some people will Read more…
Be aware that there are non-surgical hair restoration options. There are medications such as topical Minoxidil for male and female balding which can be purchased over the counter. For men with balding there is a medication called Propecia (Finasteride 1mg) Read more…
Don’t rush to see a hair transplant surgeon until you have addressed the underlying causes of hair loss first. There is no doubt that hair transplantation in the correct patients can transform lives. Unfortunately as the popularity has increased, so Read more…
This hair loss service has been created to help people who may have received a service elsewhere and want to do more about their hair loss or scalp itching/flaking. Some people may have seen their GP and received the relevant Read more…