Root Cause Clinical

26/04/2026

Looking forward to presenting at the Professional Beauty Growth Summit in Glasgow.

At Root Cause Clinical, we focus on understanding why things work — and that applies just as much to team dynamics as it does to client care.

In this session, I’ll be breaking down the foundational strategies behind building a motivated, high-performing salon team with exceptional retention.

We’ll explore:
✔️ The systems and structure behind long-term team stability
✔️ How to create an environment people don’t want to leave
✔️ Aligning team purpose with business goals
✔️ Retention as a measurable and intentional strategy

High performance isn’t accidental — it’s designed.

If you want to move from reactive to intentional leadership, this conversation will resonate.

19/01/2026

✨ Fantastic webinar today with our colleagues! ✨

We had a brilliant discussion around hair loss options for clients, with great engagement and thoughtful feedback from hair industry professionals.

Expertly chaired by Nick Plunkett, the session featured Wil Fleeson (CiT ART) sharing his knowledge, experience, and practical wisdom.

💬 Topics included:
• How to approach the emotional side of hair loss conversations
• Professional hair integration systems
• GLP-1 weight loss medications and hair shedding
• Blood insufficiencies and their impact on hair health

If you’d like to better understand treatment options for hair and scalp conditions, we’re here to help. Start with a simple online initial consultation 👇
🔗 https://lnkd.in/eV3j84Na

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10/01/2026

GLP-1 medications & hair shedding: what you need to know

We’re seeing more questions about GLP-1 / GLP-1-GIP medications and hair changes.

This includes Wegovy®, Ozempic®, Rybelsus® (semaglutide), Mounjaro® / Zepbound® (tirzepatide), Saxenda® / Victoza® (liraglutide), plus others such as Trulicity®, Byetta®, Bydureon® and Lyxumia®.

Here’s the key point:
👉 In most cases, this is hair shedding — not permanent hair loss.

When shedding occurs, it most commonly fits telogen effluvium — a temporary, reactive shedding pattern triggered by physiological change, not by the medication directly damaging hair follicles.

GLP-1 medications can lead to reduced appetite and weight loss. For some people, the body interprets rapid weight change, reduced energy intake, or nutritional imbalance as a stressor — and hair growth is temporarily deprioritised.

Common triggers we see:

• Rapid or significant weight loss
• Low protein intake
• Low iron/ferritin, vitamin D, zinc, B12 or folate
• GI side effects reducing intake or absorption
• Shedding unmasking an underlying hair condition

Shedding usually starts weeks to months after the trigger, not immediately — and once the drivers are corrected, regrowth is expected.

If you’re experiencing shedding:
✔️ Don’t panic
✔️ Don’t stop medication without your prescriber
✔️ Focus on nutrition, protein and addressing deficiencies
✔️ Seek assessment if shedding is prolonged or pattern changes appear

Understanding the true trigger is what protects long-term hair health.

09/01/2026

Proud moment for Root Cause Clinical 💙

Wil Fleeson ART has been invited by Colourstart Edge to lead a session on one of the most challenging areas in the salon: hair loss.

With decades of clinical experience and an evidence-based approach, Wil will be sharing what really matters — cutting through misinformation, clarifying treatment options, and helping hair professionals know when specialist referral is the right next step.

🗓 Monday 19th January 2026
⏰ 11:30am – 12:30pm

Because clients deserve clarity, honesty, and care — not confusion.

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05/01/2026

✨ We’re Back Open for 2026! ✨

We’re excited to welcome you back as we open our doors for 2026.
Appointments are now available, and we’re ready to support you with the same care, expertise, and commitment you trust.

📅 Book now and start your 2026 journey with us.

01/01/2026

✨ Happy New Year 2026 ✨

If hair thinning and scalp health has been weighing on you, let this be the year things start to make sense.

At Root Cause Clinical, we believe hair loss and scalp health isn’t just cosmetic — it’s communication. A signal from your body that something deeper needs attention.

In 2026, we’re here to help you:
• Understand why your hair is changing
• Address the root causes, not just the symptoms
• Support real, sustainable regrowth and renewed confidence

This is your year for clarity, answers, and a more supported path forward

👉 Book a consultation or send us a DM to start your root cause journey.






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24/12/2025

As Christmas approaches and we prepare to welcome a New Year, the team at Root Cause Clinical would like to take a moment to reflect — and to say a sincere and heartfelt thank you.

This year, we’ve had the privilege of supporting so many individuals through their hair health journeys. We know that hair loss can affect confidence, identity, and emotional wellbeing, and we are deeply grateful to every client who placed their trust in us during such personal moments.

Christmas is a time for reflection, gratitude, and connection — and we’re reminded of how fortunate we are to do work that allows us to combine medical science with empathy and understanding.

As we move into the New Year, our commitment remains unchanged: to listen, to treat root causes, and to deliver personalised, evidence-based hair health care to every person we support.

From all of us at Root Cause Clinical, we wish you and your loved ones a warm, peaceful Christmas and a New Year filled with health, hope, and fresh beginnings ✨

With gratitude,
Root Cause Clinical

11/12/2025

Clascoterone for Hair Loss — What We Know So Far 🔬🧠

You may have heard the buzz around Clascoterone, a topical anti-androgen originally approved for acne (as Winlevi). What’s new is that a higher-strength 5% scalp solution is now being tested for androgenetic alopecia — and early data is drawing a lot of attention.

Here’s a clear breakdown:

✅ Why scientists are interested
Clascoterone works by blocking androgens (like DHT) from binding to receptors in hair follicles. Since DHT plays a major role in pattern hair loss, this mechanism makes biological sense. The best part? It’s topical — meaning it aims to act locally without the systemic side effects seen with some oral treatments.

📊 Clinical results so far
Phase III studies in men showed statistically significant improvements in target-area hair count versus placebo. One study even reported a 539% relative improvement — meaning the treatment group gained far more hair than the placebo group, even though absolute numbers still depend on individual starting points.

💡 What this could mean
If approved, clascoterone may become the first new major topical hair-loss treatment in decades, offering an option for people who don’t tolerate or prefer not to use oral medications.

⚠️ But… important caveats
• It’s not yet approved for hair loss.
• Long-term safety and maintenance results are still pending.
• Works best when follicles are still viable — not in fully bald areas.
• Trials so far mainly focus on men; additional data will be needed for women.

This could be big for the future of hair-loss treatment — but it’s not quite here yet.

10/12/2025

🌟 We’re honoured! 🌟
Root Cause Clinical has officially been named Hair Loss Specialists of the Year 2025 at the Innovation & Excellence Awards — recognising forward-thinking organisations across the UK.

This award reflects our mission to transform lives through science-backed, root-cause hair loss solutions and compassionate care.
Thank you to our incredible clients and community for trusting us with your hair-health journeys. 💛

✨ Here’s to more innovation, more results, and more confidence restored in 2025.

01/10/2025

A great article featuring our co-founder Wil Fleeson discussing hair loss and matcha

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https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17M8Sof1cx/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Wil Fleeson is Director of Rainbow Room International & Trichologist Scotland, Trichologist and Founder of Root Cause. Here, he addresses the recent conversation about Matcha and Hair Loss. Wil Fleeson Rainbow Room International
READ MORE HERE ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️
https://www.esteticamagazine.com/2025/09/29/matcha-and-hair-loss-separating-myth-from-reality/