Hair loss guides
Hair loss treatment on the NHS: what your GP can and can’t do
Most treatments for pattern hair loss aren’t available on the NHS, but a GP is still the right first stop in many cases. What...
Does hard water cause hair loss? What the research says
If you live in London or the South East, you’ve probably blamed the tap water for your hair at some point. Here’s what the...
How to apply minoxidil: liquid and foam, step by step
A lot of disappointing results come down to how minoxidil goes on. How to apply the liquid and the foam properly, and fit it...
Minoxidil shedding: why it happens and how long it lasts
More hair in the plughole a few weeks after starting minoxidil is the most common reason people give up. Usually, it’s a sign the...
How long does minoxidil take to work? A month-by-month guide
UK dermatologists suggest at least six months, and up to a year, before judging minoxidil. Here’s what’s happening at each stage, and how to...
How does minoxidil work? A plain-English explanation
Minoxidil began as a blood pressure tablet in the 1970s. Here’s what it does inside a thinning follicle, why results vary so much, and...
