A Doctor Who Has Been Through It Himself
I understand hair loss from both sides of the consultation table. Having experienced it personally, I know the frustration of conflicting advice, ineffective treatments and feeling like a number rather than a patient.
That experience shaped how I approach hair restoration at Aesthetics Doctor. Every consultation is thorough, honest and unhurried. Every treatment plan is built on a clinical diagnosis — not assumptions.
You will always know exactly what you are being treated for and why.
Medical-Grade Hair Restoration Treatments
PRP - Platelet-Rich Plasma
Over half of people under 45 say they are terrified of going bald. If you're one of them, PRP may be the most important treatment you haven't tried yet. A small sample of your blood is drawn and spun in a centrifuge to extract plasma concentrated with growth factors — up to five times the normal level. Injected into thinning areas of the scalp, this triggers dormant follicles back into activity, improves blood supply, and restarts the hair growth cycle. Clinical studies show measurable regrowth in as little as three months. Suitable for both men and women across a range of hair loss types.
PRF - Platelet-Rich Fibrin
PRF is the evolution of PRP — and the difference is clinically significant. By spinning blood at a lower speed, PRF retains not just concentrated platelets but white blood cells and a fibrin matrix. This natural scaffold holds growth factors in place at the injection site and releases them slowly over days rather than hours — delivering a more sustained, more powerful regenerative stimulus to each follicle. For patients who have already tried standard PRP without the results they hoped for, or those who want the most from their first course of treatment, PRF is the logical choice.
DHT Blocker Therapy
The majority of hair loss in both men and women is driven by a single hormone — dihydrotestosterone, or DHT. It binds to follicle receptors, gradually miniaturising each hair until it stops growing entirely. PRP stimulates the follicle. DHT blockers stop the hormone that's attacking it. Used together, they address both the symptom and the cause simultaneously — which is why combined protocols consistently outperform either treatment alone. I prescribe Finasteride or Dutasteride orally, topically, or via direct scalp injection, tailored to your specific hair loss pattern and medical history.
Exosomes - Advanced Regenerative Therapy
Exosomes are tiny signalling vesicles produced by stem cells. Think of them as the body's repair instructions — they carry the molecular signals that tell damaged tissue to regenerate. When injected into the scalp, exosomes amplify the regenerative response far beyond what PRP achieves alone, making them the most advanced non-surgical hair restoration option currently available. Particularly effective for patients with significant thinning or those who want the most comprehensive result possible from a single treatment course.
In clinic we use:
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ExoNature 200 billion exosomes concentration. It consists of Edelweiss Exosomes + 15-year Panax Ginseng, along with different types of peptides.
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The boosting solution for the 200 billion consists of PDRN , Glutathione and Thioctic Acid, Acetyl-Hexapeptide-8, 8 different molecule weight of HA, Vit B12, Biotin, Folic acid, 20 types of Amino Acids, 10 types of Vitamins and Minerals.
The Signature Protocol — PRP + Exosomes + DHT Blocker
Hair loss rarely has a single cause. An effective treatment strategy shouldn't have a single solution. The Signature Protocol is my most comprehensive approach to hair restoration — combining PRP to reactivate dormant follicles, Exosomes to amplify regeneration at a cellular level, and DHT Blocker therapy to eliminate the hormonal driver of hair loss at its source. Each element is clinically proven independently. Combined into a single coordinated protocol, they address every mechanism of hair loss simultaneously — hormonal, follicular and regenerative. This is the treatment I would want for myself. Designed for patients who want the most thorough, medically-led approach to hair restoration available — delivered personally by a GMC-registered doctor with first-hand experience of hair loss.
Who Do I Treat?
Hair loss presents differently in every patient. Before any treatment is recommended, I carry out a thorough medical assessment to identify the underlying cause — because the right diagnosis determines everything that follows.
1. Male Pattern Baldness — Androgenetic Alopecia
The most prevalent form of hair loss in men, affecting an estimated 50% of males over the age of 50 in the UK. Caused by a genetic sensitivity to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which progressively miniaturises hair follicles until they stop producing hair entirely. Early intervention is critical — once a follicle is lost, it cannot be recovered. A combined protocol of PRP and DHT blocker therapy offers the most clinically effective non-surgical approach currently available.
2. Female Hair Thinning — Female Pattern Hair Loss
One of the most undertreated conditions in aesthetic medicine. Female hair loss is frequently hormonal in origin — influenced by oestrogen fluctuations, thyroid dysfunction, iron deficiency or polycystic ovary syndrome — and requires a thorough medical assessment before any treatment is appropriate. I take a diagnostic-first approach to every female patient, ensuring the treatment plan addresses the actual cause rather than the visible symptom.
3. Alopecia Areata
An autoimmune condition in which the immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles, causing patchy or widespread hair loss. Alopecia areata can affect men, women and children of any age and often carries a significant psychological burden. PRP has demonstrated measurable results in clinical studies for suitable candidates, stimulating follicular activity and reducing the autoimmune response in the scalp. Every patient is assessed individually before treatment is recommended.
4. Stress-Related Hair Loss — Telogen Effluvium
Telogen effluvium occurs when a physiological or psychological stressor — major surgery, serious illness, bereavement, extreme weight loss or prolonged anxiety — pushes a disproportionate number of hair follicles into the resting phase simultaneously. The result is diffuse shedding, often appearing two to three months after the triggering event. While frequently self-limiting, medical intervention with PRP and targeted nutritional support can significantly accelerate recovery and prevent chronic progression.
5. Post-Pregnancy Hair Loss — Postpartum Alopecia
Postpartum hair loss affects the majority of women in the months following childbirth, driven by the sharp drop in oestrogen that occurs after delivery. For most women the condition resolves naturally within six to twelve months. For those experiencing prolonged or severe shedding, PRP combined with nutritional assessment and support offers a safe, effective and non-hormonal route to recovery — with no contraindications for breastfeeding mothers following appropriate assessment.
6. Hair Loss Following Weight Loss or GLP-1 Medication
An increasingly common and frequently overlooked presentation. Rapid or significant weight loss — whether through dietary intervention, bariatric surgery or GLP-1 receptor agonists such as Ozempic or Wegovy — can trigger substantial hair shedding through a combination of nutritional deficiency, caloric restriction and metabolic stress. As GLP-1 prescribing continues to rise across the UK, this is a presentation I am seeing with growing regularity. A combined protocol addressing both the nutritional deficit and follicular stimulation delivers the most effective outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between PRP and PRF? PRP is produced by spinning blood at a higher speed to isolate platelets. PRF uses a slower spin, retaining more growth factors and producing a denser concentrate that releases more slowly into the scalp. PRF delivers a more sustained result. I will advise which is more appropriate for your presentation at consultation.
How many sessions will I need? Most patients require a minimum of three sessions spaced four to six weeks apart before meaningful regrowth is visible. Patients on The Signature Protocol receive a full three-month coordinated treatment plan. Maintenance sessions every three to six months are recommended thereafter.
Is the treatment painful? Topical anaesthetic is applied to the scalp before any injections. Most patients describe mild pressure or a tingling sensation. Significant pain is uncommon. Any post-treatment tenderness typically resolves within 24 hours.
How soon will I see results? Hair grows slowly. Most patients notice reduced shedding within the first four to six weeks and visible regrowth from session three onwards. Full results are typically assessed at six months. The Signature Protocol is designed to deliver measurable improvement within the three month treatment window.
Can women have this treatment? Yes. Female hair loss is common and frequently undertreated. The causes differ from male pattern baldness and require a different clinical approach. I conduct a full medical consultation before recommending any treatment for female patients.
What is the difference between PRP and a hair transplant? A hair transplant surgically relocates follicles from a donor area. It is irreversible and involves significant cost and downtime. PRP is non-surgical, stimulates existing follicles, and is best suited to patients in the early to mid stages of hair loss where viable follicles remain. The two are not mutually exclusive — many surgeons recommend PRP post-transplant to maximise graft survival.
Do I need medication alongside PRP? Not always. For patients with androgenetic alopecia, combining PRP with a DHT blocker such as Dutasteride produces significantly better outcomes than PRP alone — because it addresses both the symptom and the cause. I will advise whether medication is appropriate for you at consultation.
Is PRP safe? Yes. Because PRP uses your own blood, the risk of allergic reaction or rejection is negligible. The procedure is performed under sterile clinical conditions by a GMC-registered doctor. Serious complications are extremely rare.
What makes The Signature Protocol different from a standard PRP course? A standard PRP course stimulates the follicle. The Signature Protocol does that and more — combining PRP with exosomes to amplify regeneration at a cellular level, and DHT blocker therapy to eliminate the hormonal driver of hair loss at its source. It addresses every mechanism of hair loss simultaneously. It is the most comprehensive non-surgical hair restoration protocol I offer and the one I would choose for myself.
Why should I choose a GMC-registered doctor over a beauty clinic? Hair loss is a medical condition with multiple potential causes — hormonal, genetic, nutritional, autoimmune. A doctor is trained to diagnose the cause first. That distinction matters because the wrong treatment for the wrong type of hair loss will produce no result regardless of how well it is administered. Every patient at Aesthetics Doctor receives a clinical diagnosis before any treatment is recommended.
