Treat Hair Loss at the Source
Hair Loss Treatment Service
How It Works
Three simple steps to get your treatment
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Tell Us What You Need
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Quick Clinician Review
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Collect or Receive Your Medication
What Is Male Pattern Hair Loss?
Male pattern hair loss, also known as androgenetic alopecia, is the most common cause of hair loss in men. It typically presents as thinning at the temples or crown and progresses gradually over time.
The condition is driven by sensitivity to a hormone called dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which causes hair follicles to shrink. Treatments focus on reducing the effect of DHT and stimulating hair follicles to support ongoing growth.
Finasteride works by reducing DHT levels, helping slow or stop further hair loss. Minoxidil works differently, by increasing blood flow to the scalp and encouraging hair follicles to remain in the growth phase for longer. Used together, they target hair loss from two complementary angles.
Available Treatments
Safe, effective medications reviewed by our pharmacists
Common Questions
This service is for men aged 18 and over experiencing male pattern hair loss. It’s particularly suitable if you’ve noticed thinning at the temples or crown and want a medically guided approach rather than over-the-counter products alone.
You’ll complete a confidential assessment covering your hair loss pattern, medical history, current medications, and any previous treatments. A clinician then reviews this information to confirm whether treatment is suitable and to recommend the most appropriate option.
The main aim of treatment is to slow or stop further hair loss. Some men also see regrowth in areas where hair follicles are still active. Results vary, and treatment works best when started early and used consistently.
Hair growth is slow. Most men start to notice changes after 3–6 months, with more established results around 12 months. This is normal and expected.
If treatment is stopped, hair loss usually resumes over time. That’s why this service focuses on long-term management rather than short-term fixes.
Minoxidil is a topical treatment applied directly to the scalp. It helps stimulate hair follicles and prolong the growth phase of the hair cycle, supporting thicker and stronger hair growth over time.
Finasteride reduces levels of DHT, the hormone responsible for shrinking hair follicles in male pattern hair loss. This helps slow hair loss and can support regrowth where follicles are still active.
Yes. Hair loss treatment is generally more effective when started early. The goal is to slow or stop further loss before follicles become inactive. Many patients start treatment as soon as they notice consistent thinning.