Hair Care

Your hair can be a source of unnecessary stress if you find yourself dealing with a condition that affects your scalp or your luscious locks. From dandruff to head lice or even hair loss, this is the place to learn more about the conditions that can affect your hair and what you can do about them.

Hair Care Advice & Guides

Treating Hair Loss in Women 

Treating Hair Loss in Women 

Hair loss as a woman can be hard to face. However, you’re not alone: hair loss affects up to 50% of women throughout the course of their life. And while it occurs most frequently in Caucasian women, it can affect everyone.   While losing your hair doesn’t necessarily indicate something you need to worry about, it can be extremely upsetting and...
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Can You Stop a Receding Hairline? 

Can You Stop a Receding Hairline? 

A receding hairline – also known as male pattern hair loss, female pattern hair loss or androgenetic alopecia – is extremely common. A receding hairline in men typically starts at the corners of their temples before moving back over the top of their head. Women, on the other hand, tend to experience hair thinning in the middle of their head.  ...
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Can Stress Cause Hair Loss?  

Can Stress Cause Hair Loss?  

If you’ve noticed that you’re losing your hair, you may be wondering why. There are several potential underlying causes we could talk about, from menopause to genetics. But is stress one of them? The answer is yes.   Chronic stress can affect many aspects of your health, including your hair growth. But why does stress affect hair loss? And will your...
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Spotting and Treating Hair Loss During the Menopause

Spotting and Treating Hair Loss During the Menopause

If you’re going through the menopause, you may’ve noticed yourself experiencing more hair loss than normal. That’s because there's a connection between menopause and thinning hair. It’s caused by your declining oestrogen levels, which affect hair growth cycles and follicle health. Despite around 40-50% of women experiencing hair loss during the menopause, it remains a lesser-known symptom compared to hot...
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Finasteride vs Minoxidil

Finasteride vs Minoxidil

It’s completely normal to lose some hair every day, but if you’re shedding more than 100 hairs a day and they’re not growing back, you may have a form of alopecia (hair loss). There are different types of hair loss, some of which are temporary. However, male pattern baldness and female pattern baldness are progressive and can require treatment.   The...
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Is finasteride safe? 

Is finasteride safe? 

Finasteride is an extremely effective treatment for hair loss, particularly male pattern baldness.   However, finasteride is associated with a risk of certain side effects, which may leave you unsure whether it’s safe to use. In this article dive into everything you need to know to make an informed decision about whether the treatment is right for you, including how effective...
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