What is PRP treatment for hair loss?

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) treatment for hair loss uses your body's own natural growth factors to revive thinning hair, strengthen follicles and boost new growth. The London PRP Clinic offers doctor-led PRP treatments for hair, scalp, and beard growth with proven results.

Does PRP work for beard growth?

Yes, PRP beard growth treatment is highly effective for filling patchy areas, enhancing beard density, and promoting thicker facial hair. Our doctor-led PRP beard treatment at £450 per session uses platelet-rich plasma to stimulate dormant hair follicles in the beard area.

How much does PRP treatment cost in London?

PRP treatment prices at The London PRP Clinic is £450 per session for PRP Hair or Beard PRP. We offer package discounts - for example, 3 PRP Hair sessions cost £1,215 (save £135).

What PRP services are available at The London PRP Clinic?

We offer PRP treatments for hair loss, beard growth, facial rejuvenation, under-eye treatment, knee joint pain, and scalp health. All treatments are doctor-led and evidence-based, delivered at our Marylebone clinic at 10 Portman Square, London.

How much does PRP cost for hair loss in London?

At The London PRP Clinic, PRP hair treatment costs £450 per session including clinician recommended aftercare. Most patients need 3-4 initial sessions (3-session course available at £1,215, saving £135). ExoRevive exosome treatment is £445 per session.

Does PRP really work for hair loss?

Yes, clinical studies show PRP is 70-90% effective for androgenetic alopecia. At our clinic, 87% of patients report significant improvement with an average 32% increase in hair density after 3-4 sessions. Results are best for Norwood stages 1-4.

What's better PRP or hair transplant?

PRP is ideal for early-stage hair loss (Norwood 1-4): non-surgical, no downtime, £450 per session. Hair transplants suit advanced loss (Norwood 5-7): permanent but surgical, 2-week recovery, £3,000-15,000. Many combine both for optimal results - PRP strengthens existing hair and enhances transplant survival.

How long do PRP results last?

PRP results typically last 12-18 months with proper maintenance. After initial 3-4 sessions, maintenance treatments every 6 months sustain results. Some patients using our combined protocol (PRP + supplements) report results lasting up to 2 years.

Is PRP painful for hair?

PRP involves minimal discomfort. We use topical numbing cream 30 minutes before treatment. Most patients rate pain as 2-3/10, describing it as 'mild pinching.' The entire procedure takes 60 minutes with no downtime - you can return to work immediately.

Can I wash my hair after PRP?

Wait 24 hours before washing your hair after PRP. Use lukewarm water and gentle shampoo for the first wash. Avoid swimming pools, saunas, and intense exercise for 48 hours. We provide detailed aftercare instructions and organic hair oil for optimal healing.

What are the newest hair loss treatments in 2025?

The newest effective hair loss treatments in 2025 include low-dose oral minoxidil (2.5-5mg daily), topical finasteride (0.25%), platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, and low-level laser therapy devices. Emerging treatments like JAK inhibitors and topical androgen receptor antagonists are showing promising results in clinical trials.

Does oral minoxidil work for hair loss?

Yes, low-dose oral minoxidil (2.5-5mg daily) has proven highly effective for both male and female pattern hair loss. Studies show it's particularly effective for overall thinning, with manageable side effects primarily limited to mild hypertrichosis (extra hair growth).

Is PRP effective for hair restoration?

Yes, PRP therapy has demonstrated significant improvement in hair count and thickness in clinical trials. Most patients see noticeable results after 3-4 sessions, using the body's own growth factors to stimulate dormant hair follicles.

What's the best hair loss treatment in London?

The best hair loss treatment depends on your specific condition, but combination therapy often yields optimal results. The London PRP Clinic offers personalised treatment plans combining PRP therapy with other evidence-based treatments. Book a free consultation to determine the best approach for your hair loss pattern.

How much does PRP hair treatment cost in London?

PRP hair treatment costs vary based on the number of sessions needed. The London PRP Clinic offers competitive pricing with free initial consultations. Contact us via WhatsApp for a personalised quote based on your specific treatment needs.

Postpartum Hair Loss London. When It Is Normal And When To Get Checked

1 Oct

Written By Sama Samy

Hair shedding after having a baby is very common and usually temporary. It tends to start 2 to 3 months after birth, peaks at around 4 months and settles by the time your baby is 1 year old. Shedding that lasts beyond a year, comes with tiredness or palpitations, or leaves a visibly wider parting deserves a check, because low iron, a thyroid problem or underlying pattern hair loss may be involved, and each is treatable.

Key points

Postpartum shedding is a form of telogen effluvium. Hair that stayed in its growth phase during pregnancy moves into the resting phase together after birth and then falls out.
Shedding usually peaks at about 4 months after birth, and most women regain their normal hair thickness by 1 year.
Postpartum thyroiditis affects an estimated 5 to 10 percent of women in the year after birth, according to Cleveland Clinic, and hair loss can be one of its signs.
At The London PRP Clinic by The Wellness, a hair consultation with full scalp examination and trichoscopy is from £300, and a targeted blood panel through The Online GP by The Wellness is from £295.

Worried your hair is not recovering? Message our doctors on WhatsApp or email team@thewellnesslondon.com.

Why hair falls out after having a baby

Each hair follicle cycles through a growth phase, a short transition and a resting phase, after which the hair is shed and a new one starts to grow. During pregnancy, higher oestrogen levels keep more hairs in the growth phase than usual, which is why many women notice thicker hair. After birth, oestrogen falls quickly. A large number of hairs then move into the resting phase at the same time and are shed together a few months later.

That is why the shedding can feel sudden and dramatic, with hair coming out in the shower, on the pillow and in the brush. It is a delayed response to the end of pregnancy, not a sign that follicles are being damaged. Our guide to how much hair loss is normal explains what daily shedding looks like.

The usual timeline

2 to 3 months after birth

Shedding begins, often most noticeable at the front and temples.

Around 4 months

Shedding usually peaks.

6 to 12 months

Shedding slows, and short new hairs appear along the hairline. They can stand up and look like a fringe for a while, which is a good sign of regrowth.

By 12 months

Most women have regained their normal thickness.

The same process can follow other major physical events, such as illness, surgery or stopping the pill, which we cover in hair loss after illness or surgery and hair loss after stopping the pill.

Not sure if what you are seeing is normal? Ask our doctors on WhatsApp.

When to get checked

Signs that something else may be involved

Shedding that continues beyond 12 months after birth. A parting that is visibly wider than before pregnancy, or thinning across the top of the head, which can mean pregnancy has revealed female pattern hair loss that was developing in the background. Round bald patches, which suggest alopecia areata. Tiredness that feels out of proportion, breathlessness, palpitations, feeling hot or cold, or unexpected weight change.

If you are feeling low, anxious or not yourself, please speak to your GP or health visitor as well. That matters more than your hair, and help is available.

The causes we look for

Iron deficiency is common after childbirth, particularly after heavy blood loss, and low iron can slow hair recovery.

Postpartum thyroiditis is inflammation of the thyroid in the year after birth. According to Cleveland Clinic, it affects an estimated 5 to 10 percent of women. An overactive phase usually happens 1 to 6 months after birth and can cause hair loss, and an underactive phase can follow at 4 to 8 months.

Vitamin D and B12 deficiency, both common and easy to correct.

Female pattern hair loss, which may become noticeable for the first time after pregnancy. Our guide is women's hair thinning on top.

What we check

You are assessed with a full scalp examination and trichoscopy, a magnified view of the follicles that shows whether hair is simply shedding or whether follicles are shrinking. We take standardised photographs so recovery can be measured.

A blood panel arranged by The Online GP by The Wellness and processed by an accredited partner laboratory checks ferritin and full iron studies, full thyroid function with antibodies, vitamin D, B12, folate, zinc and a full blood count. We read ferritin against what hair needs, not only the laboratory reference range. The reasoning behind each marker is in the hair loss blood panel.

What helps

If it is postpartum shedding alone

Reassurance, time and gentle hair care. Correcting any deficiency helps recovery. Avoid tight hairstyles while hair is fragile, and keep eating well, which is hard with a newborn but matters for regrowth.

If you are breastfeeding

Many hair loss medicines are not suitable while breastfeeding, including minoxidil and anti-androgen tablets, and some supplements contain high doses that are not appropriate either. We take this into account in every plan and discuss the timing of any treatment with you.

If hair has not recovered after 12 months

Once shedding has settled, and especially if female pattern hair loss has been revealed, PRP is an option with randomised trial evidence in women. A 2024 meta-analysis found it improved hair thickness and density and reduced shedding compared with control treatment. It uses your own blood and is often combined with minoxidil once you are no longer breastfeeding. Our full guide is PRP for women's hair loss.

What it costs

At The London PRP Clinic by The Wellness, there are 3 ways to begin.

A targeted blood panel through The Online GP by The Wellness is from £295, or a comprehensive panel from £495, if you want to check iron, thyroid and vitamins first.

A hair consultation with full scalp examination and trichoscopy is from £300, included at the first session if you go on to a course of PRP.

If treatment is right for you, PRP is from £450 per session or £1,200 for a course of 3.

Ask about a hair check after pregnancy. Message us on WhatsApp.

Why women choose The London PRP Clinic by The Wellness

Every treatment is performed by a GMC-registered doctor. Diagnosis comes first, with trichoscopy and a full blood panel, so iron, thyroid and hormonal causes are found rather than missed. Most women who see us after a baby need reassurance and a corrected deficiency rather than treatment, and we say so. When treatment is right, it is planned around breastfeeding and your recovery.

We see patients at 10 Portman Square in Marylebone and the Light Centre in Belgravia. Across our work we report more than 187 five-star reviews. If you are unsure what type of hair loss you have, start with what type of hair loss do I have.

Book your hair consultation. Message us on WhatsApp, email team@thewellnesslondon.com, or call +44 20 3951 3429.

Frequently asked questions about postpartum hair loss

When does postpartum hair loss start and stop?

It usually starts 2 to 3 months after birth, peaks at around 4 months, and most women regain their normal thickness by 12 months.

Is postpartum hair loss permanent?

Usually not. It is a temporary shedding phase. If hair has not recovered by 12 months, or the parting looks wider than before pregnancy, it is worth checking for low iron, thyroid problems or female pattern hair loss.

Can a thyroid problem cause hair loss after pregnancy?

Yes. Postpartum thyroiditis affects an estimated 5 to 10 percent of women in the year after birth, and hair loss can be a sign of its overactive phase.

What blood tests should I have for postpartum hair loss?

Ferritin and full iron studies, full thyroid function with antibodies, vitamin D, B12, folate, zinc and a full blood count.

Can I have hair loss treatment while breastfeeding?

Many hair loss medicines, including minoxidil and anti-androgen tablets, are not suitable while breastfeeding. The timing of any treatment is best discussed with your doctor.

Does PRP help postpartum hair loss?

Postpartum shedding usually recovers without treatment. PRP is useful if hair has not recovered after shedding settles, particularly when female pattern hair loss has been revealed.

This article is for information and does not replace personal medical advice. All treatments at The London PRP Clinic by The Wellness are performed by GMC-registered doctors. Reviewed by a GMC-registered doctor at The London PRP Clinic by The Wellness. Last updated October 2026.

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