Hair loss can be distressing, affecting confidence, self-esteem and overall wellbeing. The good news is that we now have more evidence-based treatments than ever before, and many patients can significantly slow hair loss—or even stimulate meaningful regrowth. The key to success is identifying the underlying cause and choosing the right combination of therapies. At Thrive Collective, we believe hair restoration should never be a one-size-fits-all approach. Every patient receives a personalised...

Hair loss affects millions of men and women worldwide and can have a significant impact on confidence and wellbeing. Fortunately, advances in medical treatments mean that androgenetic alopecia (male and female pattern hair loss) can often be slowed—and in many cases partially reversed. Two of the most effective prescription medications are finasteride and dutasteride. Both work by reducing the hormone responsible for pattern hair loss, but there are important differences between them. So...

When we talk about hormones in women, the focus is usually on oestrogen and progesterone. But there’s a third hormone that is just as important — and often overlooked: Testosterone. From a functional medicine perspective, testosterone is not a “male hormone.”It is a key hormone for energy, strength, metabolism, and longevity in women. Testosterone Naturally Declines With Age Testosterone levels in women begin to decline from the late 20s to early 30s, with a more noticeable drop during...