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Hair Thinning &
Hair Lossin Colchester

A good plan starts with understanding why your hair is thinning.

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Understanding your hair

What changes have you noticed?

A wider parting, thinning temples, increased shedding after illness or weight loss, or a sensitive scalp may have different causes. We begin with an assessment before recommending a scalp treatment.

01 / Find the cause

Begin with an assessment

Understanding why your hair is changing helps us recommend the right next step.

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Hair and scalp assessment

We discuss when thinning began, your health, medication, diet and any recent illness or weight change. We examine your scalp and explain suitable next steps.

What to expect: No discomfort or recovery from the assessment. We may recommend investigation or a medical review.

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If clinically indicated · extra cost

Blood tests & GP consultation

We may recommend blood tests and a GP consultation to investigate a possible underlying cause before starting scalp treatment.

What to expect: A brief needle prick for blood tests; no recovery from a GP consultation. Both are charged separately, and costs are explained before booking.

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02 / Treatment options

What treatments might help?

We recommend scalp treatments only after assessing the type of thinning and what improvement is realistic.

Platelet-rich plasma

PRP for hair

A small sample of your blood is processed, then the platelet-rich portion is injected into selected areas of the scalp.

What to expect: Brief discomfort from the blood test and injections. Temporary scalp tenderness or injection marks. Usually a course; the current clinic plan describes three sessions about a month apart.

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Scalp treatment

Scalp microneedling

Creates small controlled channels in the scalp. May be considered for selected patients, sometimes alongside another suitable treatment.

What to expect: A prickly sensation; comfort measures are discussed. Mild redness or sensitivity may follow for a day or two. Usually planned as a course.

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Non-invasive light option

LED scalp treatment

Uses selected wavelengths of light on the scalp and may be considered as a supportive option for certain types of thinning.

What to expect: Generally comfortable with no expected downtime. Repeated sessions are needed; results vary.

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At-home routine

Hair serums & shampoos

Products suited to your scalp and hair type can support a consistent routine alongside your treatment plan. Products alone may not address the cause of thinning.

What to expect: No procedure or downtime. We explain how to use the products and when to review your routine.

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03 / Your plan

Which option is right for you?

Gradual thinning? We assess the pattern before discussing PRP, microneedling or LED. Shedding after illness, stress or weight loss? Blood tests or a GP consultation may be helpful first. Patchy loss, scalp pain or inflammation? Medical assessment or specialist referral may be more appropriate than a cosmetic scalp treatment.

Scalp treatments cannot guarantee hair regrowth. Your assessment will focus on the possible cause and what each option can realistically offer.

Helpful answers

Frequently asked questions

Will treatment hurt?

LED is generally comfortable. Microneedling may feel prickly; PRP involves a blood test and scalp injections. We discuss comfort measures.

Will I need time off work?

Usually not after LED or consultation. PRP may leave temporary tenderness or injection marks; microneedling may cause short-lived redness.

How many sessions will I need?

PRP, microneedling and LED are usually planned as courses. Your schedule depends on your assessment and the chosen treatment.

When might I see a difference?

Hair changes slowly. It can take several months to judge whether a plan is helping. We agree when to review progress.

Are blood tests and a GP appointment included?

No. If recommended, blood tests and a GP consultation are additional services charged separately. We explain costs before arranging them.

Start with a conversation

Not sure why your hair is thinning?

You do not need to choose a treatment before visiting. Tell us what has changed and when it started; we will assess your scalp and explain your options.

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