Wessex Trichology Clinic

16/03/2026

Have you used my online shop yet????

Correct diagnosis is vital to getting the right treatment plan. Tel 07760115255 today to book a full Trichology Consultation at Wessex Trichology Clinic

11/03/2026

Looking forward to getting back from my holiday this week and finishing off the room at Changing Grooms Hair & Beauty Spa and ordering all the stick and equipment I need to start offering this service.

If this is something that you are interested in them DM me to get put on the list

10/03/2026

⚠️ LAST MINUTE APPOINTMENT JUST BECAME AVAILABLE ⚠️

Due to a cancellation, one consultation slot has opened at Wessex Trichology Clinic:
📅 Monday 23rd March
⏰ 1:00pm
If you’re concerned about hair loss, thinning hair, shedding, or scalp problems, this is your opportunity to get a professional diagnosis and a personalised treatment plan.

Your consultation includes:
📑 Medical, lifestyle, diet and family history
🔬 Microscopic examination of your scalp and follicles
📊 Assessment of hair density and follicle health
📋 Bespoke treatment plan tailored to your condition

Understanding the true cause of hair loss is the first step to successful treatment.

📩 To secure this appointment:
Send us a DM or email
📧 enquiries@wessextrichology.co.uk
Appointments often go quickly once posted

10/03/2026

⚠️Weight Loss Induced Telogen Effluvium ⚠️

Hair loss reported with “slimming jabs” is not usually caused by the drug directly damaging hair follicles. The mechanisms are mostly physiological responses to rapid weight loss, nutrient shifts, and endocrine changes. The drugs most often involved are GLP-1 receptor agonists such as Semaglutide (e.g., Ozempic / Wegovy) and Tirzepatide (e.g., Mounjaro).

Below is the actual biological explanation.
1. Telogen Effluvium from Rapid Weight Loss
The most common cause is Telogen Effluvium, a temporary hair-shedding condition.

Mechanism
Hair follicles cycle through three phases:
Anagen – growth phase (2–7 years)
Catagen – transition phase
Telogen – resting/shedding phase

Rapid physiological stress (like fast weight loss) shifts many follicles prematurely into telogen.

With slimming injections: 💉
Appetite suppression → large calorie deficit
Rapid fat loss → metabolic stress signal
Stress hormones and inflammatory mediators increase

Result:
Up to 30–50% of follicles synchronously enter telogen, causing shedding 2–4 months later.🕜

This exact phenomenon also occurs after:
☑️bariatric surgery
☑️crash dieting
☑️severe illness
☑️childbirth
So the drug itself isn't the main trigger — the speed of weight loss is.

2. Protein Deficiency (Hair is Metabolically “Non-Essential”)
Hair shafts are ~90% keratin protein.
GLP-1 drugs cause:
☑️Suppress appetite
☑️Reduced portion size
☑️nausea in some patients
Many people unintentionally eat very low protein diets.
When protein intake drops:
the body prioritizes organs and muscle
hair follicles are considered non-essential tissue
The follicle then shuts down growth early, again producing telogen effluvium.

3. Micronutrient Deficiencies 💊
Reduced food intake can lower key nutrients required for follicle metabolism:
Important hair nutrients include:
☑️Iron / ferritin
☑️Zinc
☑️Vitamin D
☑️B12
☑️Essential fatty acids
☑️ Vitamin D
☑️Folate
Low ferritin (70 ng/mL
Resistance training
preserve lean mass
Slow weight loss

06/03/2026

Did you know?? 🤔
Your Hair ages 6 times faster than the skin on your face!!! 😮
Do you take care of your face?
Then why not take even extra care of your scalp? 🥰

The Mediceuticals MX Dual Therapy combines advanced scalp care with targeted hair support for optimal results. Designed to promote a healthier scalp and stronger-looking hair.
Available from my clinic during your appointment or maybe collected from my concession area at Changing Grooms Hair & Beauty Spa or buy from my online store pinned at the top of my page

06/03/2026

I may be on holiday but you can still order your products from my online store 😍

https://wessex-trichology-clinic-ltd.sumupstore.com/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAQXqP1jbGNrBBeo9GV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHn-49uwif3x3Ihm8TGeG6uPCjUkKKcqjv5k4VOqXq7IXt_E-R4CyOvvycQx__aem_xEueGs1S4AO9YnYLHJKPPA

Correct diagnosis is vital to getting the right treatment plan. Tel 07760115255 today to book a full Trichology Consultation at Wessex Trichology Clinic

03/03/2026

I am now away on holiday. In hope of some sun, although not looking promising 🙏☀️

If you do need to get hold of me then please email and I will respond when I can.

02/03/2026

Have you seen how healthy or unhealthy your hair follicles are before?

02/03/2026

I have alopecia areata myself, which is why I trained as a Trichologist.
It flares up in times of stress, trauma, or nutritional deficiencies in my case. I explain it to people like when some people get low they get coldsores or tonsillitis. I get bald patches

02/03/2026

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02/03/2026

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01/03/2026

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