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Hair miniaturisation is a gradual and progressive thinning of individual hair shafts that results in thinner hair and an overall increased visibility of the scalp. A significant number of people with androgenetic alopecia continue to present with some miniaturised hair even though they have received treatment. Many incorrectly assume that ongoing miniaturisation will be completely halted, completely …

Why is miniaturised hair still present with treatment of Androgenetic/Pattern Hair Loss? Read More »

Following the recent events at the Oscars, there’s one news story making the headlines that is helping to shine a light on a condition that effects so many – Alopecia.  Hair loss in women is very common. A survey by NICE reported as many as 8 Million women in the UK are affected by some …

Alopecia – The Hair Loss Condition Hitting The Headlines Read More »

On World Cancer Day 2022 (Friday 4th February), leading Trichologist Neil Harvey MIT, and Director at the Institute of Trichologists, takes a look at the impact of Chemotherapy-Induced Hair Loss: Chemotherapy Induced Alopecia (CIA) can be a very upsetting side effect of cancer treatment, which affects around 65% of people on this type of medication. …

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The thyroid is a small but mighty gland in the neck that produces hormones to help regulate the body’s metabolism, digestive system, heart rate and other areas.  When hormone production is disrupted it can affect the body in many ways, including the health of your hair. During Thyroid Awareness Month, Eva Proudman MIT IAT, Chairman …

Thyroid Awareness Month January 2022 – The Small But Mighty Gland Read More »

The winter months can cause havoc with your hair, leaving it dry and prone to breakage. Colder temperatures versus central heating along with woolly hat wearing and the after effects of a ‘full-on’ festive period can all have a negative impact on your hair’s overall health, leaving it in need of some TLC. Consultant Trichologist …

Chill out! How To Keep Your Hair Healthy This Winter Read More »

Many people in the UK and Worldwide take part in Dry January each year – a one-month alcohol free challenge. But did you know… taking a break from alcohol may also benefit your hair? There are many different causes of hair loss; with some of the main causes being genetics, hormones and lifestyle factors such …

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Benedetto Cusumano MIT WTS, from the Institute of Trichologists, shares his insight into why “what you eat” can really be at the root of a healthy and well-nourished head of hair  The hair is the second fastest growing cell in the human body and you have approximately 120,000 individual hairs growing on your scalp at …

The recipe for healthy hair growth! Read More »