Hair transplants have come a long way from the now-outdated hair plugs of the past, but there still seems to be a common misconception that having a hair transplant will look fake. Up until the early 90s, hair plugs were the only long-term solution for those who wanted to hide their hair loss. The procedure […]
From 14 to 16 June, the brightest minds in the medical aesthetic industry will be gathering at the Facial Aesthetic Conference and Exhibition – or FACE – at the QEII Centre in London. FACE is the nation’s premier scientific conference in this field, featuring over 100 speakers exploring the latest clinical information and innovation in […]
The Medical LiveWire Global Awards recognise excellence in the global medical industry, highlighting the ground-breaking individuals and organisations that have made a substantial impact in the healthcare sector. The award winners are the best in their respective fields, which is why we’re proud to announce that our very own Dr. Greg Williams has been named […]
Having been in the hair loss field for over 25 years, I’ve witnessed a real evolution in terms of how willing we are to discuss our appearance, self-esteem, and confidence. While this applies to both sexes, the change in attitude has been particularly noticeable amongst men. Thanks to a rise in high-profile figures speaking out […]
Our patient liaison manager, Steve Kay, tells us a bit more about his role at Farjo What’s your background and how did you come to work at the Farjo Hair Institute? I worked in the cosmetic surgery industry for 15 years as patient liaison manager, advising on the spectrum of surgery procedures, and we used […]
Cast your memory back to 2013 and you might remember the photos splashed across the tabloids of Kim Kardashian indulging in a ‘vampire’ facial using her own re-injected blood. An 800 per cent increase in demand for the treatment ensued and, five years later, PRP therapy is no longer a celebrity fad but an effective […]
Time and time again, we’re asked by patients if we can ‘cure’ their baldness. The simple answer is, of course, no. While we can advise on treatments to encourage hair regrowth, slow down the hair loss process and perform hair transplant surgery, scientists are yet to find a definitive solution to make baldness a thing […]
For centuries, male pattern hair loss has consumed the minds of many men; from Ancient Rome’s Julius Caesar, with his iconic wreath to cover his balding head, to the elaborately white powdered wigs that were popular with bald English and French nobles in the 17th century. Along with these age-old cover-ups to hide baldness, a […]
So, you know you want to have a hair transplant – but have you decided what kind of transplant you want to pursue? There are two types of surgery: strip FUT and FUE. Both have their benefits and drawbacks, so how do you choose? FUE Follicular unit extraction, or FUE, has become popular because it […]
Does hair loss season exist? With the temperature dropping, it’s interesting to look at how our environment affects us physically. And, research from across the pond has revealed some rather intriguing findings when it comes to the four seasons and hair loss. The Department of Dermatology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore has […]