There’s no denying that there’s a huge and growing market for hair loss treatments around the world – not least because we’ve yet to find one that works unilaterally to both prevent and reverse hair loss.

So it comes as no surprise that tech giant LG wants in on the action. But unlike most of its competitors in the electronics world, LG has chosen not to target the clinician, with large in-clinic devices, but instead to aim straight for the consumer, with home-use devices that could eliminate the need for professional assistance.

The tech firm already produces a home-use skin rejuvenating mask, alongside its more usual fare of televisions and smartphones, and now it has launched itself into the hair loss world with the MediHair, a helmet designed to treat male-pattern baldness.

How does a hair loss helmet work?

This isn’t the first such device to hit the shelves. Theradome launched a similar product in 2018, to much acclaim.

The LG product uses 146 lasers and 106 LED lights to stimulate the stem cells of the hair follicles, which the manufacturers claim will enhance hair growth, slowing down the balding process.

The MediHair is still in the testing phase, so hasn’t been launched to the public yet, although it has been approved for consumer use in LG’s homeland of South Korea.

Similar devices, however, work in much the same way as in-clinic laser hair loss treatments, just without the clinic: users must wear the helmet for around 20 minutes a day, up to four times a week, and can expect to start seeing results at about the 12-week mark, although it can be earlier.

But does it actually work to reduce hair loss?

Clinical trial results for the MediHair are looking good – a study conducted at the Seoul National University Bundang Hospital reported that patients using the mask three times a week for sixteen weeks “saw an improvement in hair density and thickness”.

More generally, laser treatment for hair loss has been clinically proven to work, but its effectiveness varies according to the individual and it can be a long and costly process.

A home-use version, while convenient, may not offer as much impact as an in-clinic procedure, as the lasers cleared for home-use are unlikely to be as strong. It’s also easy to underestimate the benefits of having a professional on hand to monitor your progress and adjust treatment accordingly.

How can I go about getting laser treatment for hair loss?

As mentioned previously, the LG product hasn’t been launched to the consumer yet, but similar devices are already out there.

If you’d prefer an in-clinic treatment, or would simply like to talk things through with an expert before making a decision either way, why not contact us today to book an appointment with one of our hair loss specialists.

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He may only be 32, but Coronation Street‘s Jack P Shephard, who plays David Platt on the soap, has recently revealed that he had to undergo a second hair transplant, less than a year after the first procedure.

Jack underwent his first hair transplant procedure in January last year, and was very open with both his fans and the media at the time about his reasons for doing so:

“I decided to get one as my hair was falling out and it was affecting my mental health to the point where I considered giving up acting and not being in the public eye.”

It has taken him a little longer to talk about the second operation, but he told the Liverpool Echo:

“I have been suffering from quite rapid hair loss similar to Wayne Rooney and I knew the only way I was going to get it sorted was with another operation.”

Why did he need two hair transplants?

Hair transplant surgery is a very effective method of dealing with hair loss – quite literally transplanting live hair follicles to areas where the follicles have closed. However, it is really best suited to those in the later stages of male-pattern hair loss.

The issue is that whilst a hair transplant does in a manner of speaking reverse hair loss that has already occurred, what it can’t do is prevent further thinning from occurring.

So when a young man – whose hairline is just starting to recede – has a hair transplant, it will still be effective, but the hair will probably continue to recede behind the line of transplanted follicles.

This was almost certainly the case for both Jack and Wayne Rooney, who is reported to have undergone up to three hair transplants – although he has only gone public about two.

So why have the transplant in the first place?

That’s a difficult question to answer, and as a general rule most surgeons would discourage younger men from seeking a hair transplant as the first course of action unless their hair loss was really severe.

However, for men who are in the public eye, visible hair loss can be even more detrimental to their emotional wellbeing than it is for the rest of us. When the whole world can see your receding hairline, with journalists even commenting upon it publicly, it’s not hard to see why you might reach for a more immediate solution than is offered by most hair loss treatments.

What other options are there?

One fantastic hair loss treatment that really does offer immediate results is scalp micropigmentation, or SMP. The procedure involves microinjections of pigment all over the scalp, to replicate hair follicles, and can be worn either with longer hair, to mask any thinning areas, or with a shaven head, to give the appearance of a buzzcut.

Maybe if Jack’s second hair transplant doesn’t last as long as he’s hoping, he should consider giving SMP a try.

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There are any number of reasons you could be losing your hair. Sometimes it’s hereditary (thanks Mum and Dad!), sometimes it’s a physiological reaction to trauma or stress… but what if there are things you do in your day-to-day life that could be contributing to your hair loss?

We decided to look into some common hair loss habits. Here’s what we found out:

Breakfast really is the most important meal of the day

Well, when it comes to your hair it is! A lack of certain nutrients – iron and zinc in particular – can cause hair to become brittle and weak and eventually lead to hair loss. By contrast, a diet rich in these nutrients can help your hair grow more quickly, leading to a lustrous mane in no time.

Skipping any meal can cause problems for your hair, as it causes the body to redirect its energy towards the really essential body parts (like the heart, brain and lungs). Skipping breakfast is particularly harmful, as that’s the meal that sets your body – and your hair – on the right course for the whole day.

Overwashing can lead to hair loss

While you might think that keeping your hair clean is the best way to keep it looking on top form, shampooing your hair actually strips it of the oils it needs to stay healthy. So shampooing too frequently can dry out your hair, so it breaks easily, which can cause hair loss.

If you want to stay on top of your game, hair-wise, consider washing less it frequently. And, when you do take the plunge, always try to use conditioner to ensure the hair stays soft and healthy.

Smoking is for (hair) losers

As if you needed another reason to quit the fags. Smoking reduces blood flow to the head, which messes with the natural functioning of the hair follicles, leading to thinning hair.

As with most problems caused by smoking, the hair loss can be reversed when you quit, but it really depends on your age and how long you’ve been a smoker, as the damage may already have been done. It’s definitely worth knocking it on the head though, because even if you’re already balding, the hair you have left will grow in thicker and stronger.

A sunhat is a man’s best friend

Whether you’re a trilby or a souwester man – or maybe a baseball cap’s more your style – wearing a hat in the summer will not only help keep your face looking youthful, it could help prevent hair loss too.

Although vitamin D is essential to hair growth, you don’t need to experience it directly on your scalp, and the sun’s rays can do some serious damage to your hair, so in the summer months it’s best to keep it covered up. If a hat’s not your style, consider hair products containing SPF.

For more advice on hair loss habits, hair thinning prevention and treatments to address hair loss, call us on 0121 516 1767.

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