Hair is mainly keratin.
Keratin is the structural protein that forms the main part of the hair shaft.
Hair facts
A little understanding
goes a long way.
A selection from our clinic’s hair facts guide, with individual concerns discussed in consultation.
Some shedding is normal.
Shedding of around 50–100 hairs a day can be normal. A change from your usual pattern can be more useful than counting individual hairs.
Your health can affect your hair.
Illness, thyroid changes, iron deficiency, certain medicines and significant changes in diet or weight can contribute to hair changes.
Family history matters.
A tendency towards pattern hair loss can be inherited from either side of the family.
Your routine is part of the picture.
How you wash, style, colour and wear your hair is considered alongside your scalp condition and general health.
Assessment brings context.
A symptom on its own does not establish a diagnosis. Your history and examination help us understand what is happening.
Your next step
Let’s talk about
your hair & scalp.
You’re welcome to enquire online first and receive a reply by email.
