Hair Loss Medications
Hair loss can be a distressing condition, affecting not just your appearance, but also your confidence and wellbeing. Fortunately, advancements in medical science have led to the development of several high-quality treatment options
What is hair loss medication?
Hair loss medication refers to treatments specifically designed to prevent further hair loss and, in some cases, stimulate new hair growth. These medications typically target the underlying causes of hair loss, which can range from hormonal imbalances and genetic predispositions to nutritional deficiencies and certain medical conditions.
Currently there are only two FDA-approved medications for Genetic Hair Loss, Finasteride and Minoxidil. You may know these two medications as their most popular brand names, Propecia and Regaine.
Hair Loss Medication Consultation
If you are in the early stages of hair loss or have observed signs of damage to your hair or scalp and are considering medication but are unsure of your options, we recommend consulting one of our highly-experienced, fully qualified Trichologists.
Finasteride
Finasteride is a daily tablet exclusively for men that works by inhibiting the enzyme that converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). This reduction in DHT levels makes Finasteride highly effective in controlling and preventing male hair loss. It is considered the most effective treatment for strengthening hair and halting further loss.
Minoxidil
Minoxidil, a topical lotion applied to the scalp twice daily, is suitable for both men and women. It's a vasodilator, although its exact mechanism for preventing hair loss is unclear. Minoxidil effectively slows damage from Dihydrotestosterone. Regaine, its most popular brand, is available as foam or lotion in 2% and 5% strengths. Side effects, primarily irritation from the lotion, are rare.
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Scalp Micropigmentation
Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP) is the process of implanting pigment into the skin to replicate a hair growing out of it. SMP is an effective solution for a wide range of hair loss concerns, creates instant results and can work in combination with other treatments to maximise the overall effect.
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Tricho Treatments
Tricho treatments offer a versatile menu of treatments to help a variety of hair loss and scalp concerns.
From Scalp Nourish to give a rejuvenating ‘facial’ style treatment to the scalp and alleviate irritation from scalp conditions, to a Hair Revive treatment programme to help promote a healthy hair growth cycle, treat increased shedding, and restore hair confidence.
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Low Level Laser Therapy
Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) uses specific light wavelengths to penetrate the skin and stimulate cells at the base of hair follicles, converting light into usable cellular energy
This process enhances hair growth, producing thicker, stronger strands while also halting hair loss and reversing DHT’s miniaturizing effects on follicles. HairMax is our preferred brand for LLLT.
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Eyebrow Micropigmentaton
Our Eyebrow Micropigmentation treatment includes creating individual hair strokes to restore or enhance your eyebrows, tailored to match your skin tone and natural hair colouring.
The result: natural-looking hair strokes that complement your facial features
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Beard Micropigmentation
Beard Micropigmentation, also known as Facial Micropigmentation (FMP), is a similar procedure to Scalp Micropigmentation where tiny needles are used to implant pigment into the skin of the face to replicate hair follicles.
Beard Micropigmentation is a fantastic, instant solution for men who struggle to grow even stubble, have scarring (such as acne scarring), or to thicken patchy or thinning areas of an existing beard to give the appearance of a fuller and thicker beard.
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FTG Hair Loss Clinics
We have several locations across the UK, each kitted out with state-of-the-art equipment & industry leading practitioners
London
Knightsbridge, central London
West Sussex
Haywards Heath (20 minutes from Gatwick)
East Sussex
Brighton & Hove
Altrincham
Greater Manchester
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