Trichology Blog

The Institute of Trichologists’s blog is home to various blog articles written by a variety of our members and our PR team. The articles include hair loss facts, IOT updates and press releases, developments in Trichology, and more.

IOT Updates
Lucy

NCFE Annual Inspection – Outstanding!

NCFE Annual Inspection – Outstanding! The Institute of Trichologists (IOT) is delighted to announce that after receiving its yearly awarding body inspection we remain outstanding! On Friday the 14th of April 2023, the IOT was graded one, excellent for each

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Hair Loss Facts
Lucy

The Great Hair Myths

We’ve all grown up hearing various old wives tales and mysterious and wondrous ways to cure all. However, how much truth is there really in some of these myths. Here, Consultant Trichologist and Manager of Education at The Institute of

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Hair Loss Facts
Lucy

Haircare on a budget

With the cost-of-living crisis appearing daily in the news, many are looking for ways to reduce their outgoings and seeking ways to cut back. Hair care is certainly an area that can bring with it additional costs such as regular

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Hair Loss Facts
Lucy

Menopause Awareness Month – October 2022

Staying ahead of hair loss and shedding during menopause October is Menopause Awareness Month – an issue that is now discussed honestly and openly across the media (as well as in the workplace) allowing for greater understanding, positive awareness and

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Hair Loss Facts
Lucy

Alopecia Awareness Month – September 2022

Hair loss can cause great distress – and yet there are still so many misunderstandings about its causes and treatment. September is ‘Alopecia Awareness Month’ and as such, throughout this campaign, the Institute of Trichologists is proud to highlight the

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Hair Loss Facts
Lucy

Hair Loss Awareness Month – August 2022

August is ‘Hair Loss Awareness Month’ and this annual campaign provides a timely opportunity to raise the importance of discussing hair loss and the impact it can have on patients’ lives (whether male, female and whatever their age). Here, the

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Hair Loss Facts
Lucy

Get Healthy Hair Everyday – whatever the weather

As much as many of us love the glorious sunshine, sometimes the soaring temperatures which we’re currently enjoying (especially when coupled with high humidity and the dreaded fizz factor) can leave our hair feeling neglected as we ‘scrape’ it back

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IOT Updates
Lucy

It’s official! Trichologists ‘in training’ will receive an outstanding education with the Institute of Trichologists!

The Institute of Trichologists (IoT) is delighted to announce that after receiving its first awarding body inspection, the Institute’s pioneering education programme has been graded outstanding for each of the following categories; –           Management systems –           Resources –           Assessment –          

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Hair Loss Facts
Lucy

The impact of Chemotherapy-Induced Hair Loss

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

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Hair Loss Facts
Lucy

Chill out! How To Keep Your Hair Healthy This Winter

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

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Hair Loss Facts
Lucy

Dry January may benefit your hair!

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

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Hair Loss Facts
Lucy

The recipe for healthy hair growth!

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

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IOT Updates
Lucy

INTRODUCING…THE HAIR LOSS CLINIC!

A UNIQUE NEW TV SHOW PUTTING TRICHOLOGY IN THE SPOTLIGHT One of our key objectives at The Institutes of Trichologists is to do all we can to raise awareness of our industry and to highlight the wonderful benefits of seeking

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Hair Loss Facts
Lucy

How to Stop Thinning Hair

Trichology… So many people ‘claim’ to be a Trichologist. It’s so important you have a consultation with a ‘Qualified’ Trichologist (and make sure they mention that bit!) But it’s not only other ‘Trichologists’ that can confuse you, it’s also the

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Hair Loss Facts
Lucy

Hormonal Hair Loss

Hormones are chemical ‘messengers’ acting as communication tools between different  areas of the body. They are secreted from the endocrine glands in order to trigger a change or effect within a particular organ or tissue. It only requires a microscopic amount

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Hair Loss Facts
Lucy

Understanding our hair and the Menopause

The Menopause can be a difficult time for many women, in part due to the impact it can have on your hair. Consultant Trichologist Eva Proudman MIT IAT WTS gives her tips and advice on coping with the impact of

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