Beware of unscrupulous sales consultants
Our advice to anyone considering the use of non-prescriptive and unlicensed treatments for hair loss is to insist on seeing adequate medical evidence to support any claims made. We hear of cases every day where unscrupulous sales consultants charge hundreds or even thousands of pounds for such products that simply DO NOT WORK. If you feel that you have been ill-advised or ripped off please contact us and we will try to help you get your money back in full, as we have succeeded in doing in many cases.
Know what to buy
There are many products on the market that claim to prevent hair loss or grow hair back. Remember that Minoxidil is the only treatment for female hair loss that has been approved by the FDA (American Food and Drug Administration) and has undergone extensive clinical trials. However, through many years of experience in treating female pattern hair loss, Belgravia trichologists have learned that the use of proven medications work best when they are used as part of a more comprehensive treatment course in order to maximise response.
Belgravia is the only trichological clinic in the U.K. that operates a fully licensed pharmacy within its centre, allowing us to provide all medically proven prescription treatments for hair loss and scalp disorders, with professional advice and the necessary prescription, all under one roof.
Know what not to buy
Many trichologists sell what are generally termed as ‘herbal’ or ‘natural’ products for hair loss. Some such products can help to maintain the quality of one’s existing hair and can even assist in ‘boosting’ a prescription treatment, however it is unlikely that any noticeable improvement in hair growth or hair shedding will be experienced by using such products independently of a primary treatment.
Hair Vitalics is our own herbal supplement that contains all of the nutrients required to keep the hair at its healthiest. Although hair vitalics will help to maintain the quality of the hair, Belgravia trichologists only advise the supplement as a treatment course ‘booster’ to be used alongside our primary prescription medications.
Apart from the non-medically proven products that claim to prevent hair loss, there are various cosmetic products on the market that can be used to cover up the appearance of hair loss. These products can take their form as shampoo’s, sprays, and even powders. We understand that many people are conscious of their thinning hair, but remember that the hair will continue to thin during use of these products, which are only a visual cover-up. It is therefore important that the hair loss is treated as early as possible.
Take adequate precautions before purchasing any treatment for hair loss that has not undergone clinical trials and is fully certified for use with Government and medical approval. Check that it is FDA approved. It is very easy to waste your time and money and not realise this until it is too late.
For professional advice on how to find the best possible solution for female hair loss, you can call our helpline on 020 7730 6666 or send a query directly to the centre by clicking here. Our expert team will be more than happy to help you in any way they can and assist you in your decision. |
