Question 1

How does the Complete Hair Kit treat hair loss?

Accepted Answer

The Complete Hair Kit includes finasteride and extra strength spray: two effective treatments for hair loss that can slow and reverse hair loss at the hairline, temples, and crown of the head.

Finasteride works by blocking the production of a molecule called dihydrotestosterone (DHT) which, over time, causes hair follicles to shrink and stop producing hair. By reducing the amount of DHT present in the scalp, finasteride slows hair loss and, in many cases, promotes hair regrowth.

Extra Strength Spray contains minoxidil and is thought to work by stimulating the anagen phase of the hair growth cycle. The anagen phase (known as the “growth” stage of the hair cycle) is the stage in which new hair is generated. As a result, hair can regrow to the point where scalp coverage is visibly improved. It’s also able to reverse the shrinkage of hair follicles and increase the diameter of the hair shaft, making regrown hair appear thicker and fuller.

Question 2

How do I use the Complete Hair Kit for hair loss?

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When using a hair loss treatment bundle like the Complete Hair Kit, it’s important to use the medications included in it properly for the best hair regrowth results. Each hair loss treatment needs to be used in a specific way, so it’s key that you know how to use each one before you begin your hair regrowth journey.

To use the Complete Hair Kit:

Take one finasteride 1mg tablet daily with a glass of water. Ideally, the tablet should be taken at the same time each day. The tablet can be taken on an empty stomach or with a meal.
Apply 6 sprays (1ml) of Extra Strength Spray to the affected areas of the scalp twice daily (once in the morning and once at night). Make sure your scalp is dry before applying the solution.
Wash your hands thoroughly after using Extra Strength Spray.

To get the most out of the Complete Hair Kit, it’s recommended that you use the treatments included in the Kit on a daily basis. Daily use of Extra Strength Spray and finasteride will allow you to maintain the hair you regrow during treatment. It will also help you to maintain scalp coverage for as long as you use the Kit.

If you decide to stop using the Kit, it’s likely that you will lose the hair you regrew during treatment within three to four months. Therefore, continuous use is recommended for the best results.

Always read the Safety Information Page and/or Patient Information Leaflet included with your Kit to make sure you use it safely and effectively.

Question 3

How long does it take for the Complete Hair Kit to work?

Accepted Answer

Hair growth is a gradual process, so it can take two to four months to notice a reduction in hair loss and/or the regrowth of hair when using the Complete Hair Kit. However, different people respond to hair growth medication in different ways, so this timeframe may be shorter or longer depending on the individual. In any case, you’re most likely to see the best results after six months of continuous use.

To see how effective the hair loss treatments included in the Complete Hair Kit are at treating male pattern baldness, take a look at these testimonials:

Grant’s hair regrowth story
David’s 5-month hair regrowth story
James’ hair regrowth story
Thomas’ hair regrowth story

Please note that some slight hair shedding may occur when you first begin treatment with Extra Strength Spray. This is only temporary, and happens because initial treatment causes the hair follicles to move quickly through the growth cycle until they reach the anagen (growth) stage. Once they reach the growth stage, hair regrowth should occur as intended.

Question 4

Is the Complete Hair Kit suitable for everyone?

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The Complete Hair Kit is suitable for men aged 18-65 who are experiencing male-pattern hair loss.

The Kit contains Extra Strength Spray (minoxidil) and finasteride which are generally safe. However, like most medicines, they can be unsuitable for some people.

You should not use Extra Strength Spray if you:

Are allergic to minoxidil.
Have high blood pressure.
Have scalp conditions (e.g. psoriasis) or sunburn.
Are younger than 18 or older than 65.
Taking certain medications (e.g. corticosteroids, tretinoin, dithranol, petrolatum, or guanethidine).

You should not use finasteride:

If you are allergic to finasteride.
Whilst you are trying for a baby.
If you are already taking a 5α-reductase inhibitor (e.g. dutasteride) for an enlargement of the prostate gland (benign prostatic hyperplasia [BPH]) or any other condition.
If you are biologically female (as defined on your birth certificate). This is because finasteride is ineffective in women.

Please read the Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) and/or Safety Information Page (SIP) included with your Kit for more information about who these medicines are unsuitable for.

Additionally, always read the PIL and SIP before taking medicine for the first time to ensure it’s safe for you to take and does not interact with any medication you are taking.

Question 5

What happens if I forget to use the treatments in the Complete Hair Kit one day?

Accepted Answer

Don’t worry if you forget to use the treatments in the Complete Hair Kit one day. Forgetting to use them for one or a few days shouldn’t have a significant impact on your scalp coverage or hair regrowth, as it usually takes around three to four months for regrown hair to disappear when treatment is stopped. However, we recommend using the Complete Hair Kit on a consistent basis for the best results.

If you forget to use the treatments in the Kit, do not double the dose to make up for the ones you missed. Instead, resume treatment as normal the following day.

Question 6

Is the Complete Hair Kit a cure for baldness?

Accepted Answer

The Complete Hair Kit contains all the hair loss medication you need to combat male pattern baldness. If you’re experiencing the classic symptoms of male pattern hair loss (e.g. thinning hair, a balding crown, a receding hairline, etc.) then the Complete Hair Kit is likely going to be an effective hair loss treatment for you.

However, it should be noted that no medicine for hair loss is a permanent cure for baldness. Firstly, this is because the chances of experiencing hair loss naturally increases with age. Secondly, the beneficial effects of hair loss medication last for as long as you use it. If you stop using the hair loss treatments provided in the Complete Hair Kit, it’s likely that any hair you regrow during treatment will be lost within three to four months.

If you are completely bald and have been for a long time, or if you shave your head until it is completely bald, it’s unlikely that the Complete Hair Kit will be an effective hair loss treatment for you.

Question 7

What happens if I stop using the Complete Hair Kit?

Accepted Answer

If you choose to stop using the Complete Hair Kit, it’s likely that you will lose any hair you regrew during treatment within three to four months. Therefore, it’s recommended that you use the Kit continuously to maintain any hair you regrow and encourage further hair regrowth.

Question 8

What are the possible side effects of the Complete Hair Kit?

Accepted Answer

Like most medicines, Extra Strength Spray and finasteride (the medicines included in the Complete Hair Kit) may cause side effects — although not everyone gets them.

Possible side effects of Extra Strength Spray (minoxidil) include:

Itching and/or skin irritation of the scalp at the site of application.

Applying too much Extra Strength Spray may cause rarer side effects, including:

Dizziness.
Fast or irregular heartbeat.
Blurred vision or other changes in vision.

Possible finasteride side effects (which may affect up to 1 in 100 people) include:

Decreased libido.
Ejaculatory problems (e.g. decreased volume of ejaculation).
Erectile dysfunction.
Depression.

Please read the Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) and/or Safety Information Page (SIP) included with your Kit for a full list of side effects for each medicine.

Consult your doctor before taking Extra Strength Spray and/or finasteride to make sure it is safe for you to take and does not interact with any medication you are taking.

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Question 9

What is an “unlicensed” medicine?

Accepted Answer

An unlicensed medicine can be:

A medicine that is made as a different, unlicensed version of a licensed medicine (e.g. a solid oral medication made into a liquid formulation, or a medication made in a different strength to the original licensed version).
A medicine that has no licence at all.
A medicine that has a licence in other countries, but not the UK.

Our Extra Strength Spray (included in the Complete Hair Kit) is an unlicensed treatment that contains 6% minoxidil. Minoxidil 5% is a licensed medicine used to treat alopecia androgenetica (a form of hair loss commonly referred to as male pattern baldness) in men. Our unique formulation contains 1% more minoxidil than other minoxidil treatments on the market, which is why it is classified as an “unlicensed” medicine.

Every request for our unlicensed and off-label medicines is reviewed by our clinicians. They will review your online consultation and prescribe a hair loss treatment only if it is clinically appropriate, based on individual circumstances.

Question 10

What can I expect when I use the Complete Hair Kit for hair loss?

Accepted Answer

When using any male hair loss treatment, it’s important to acknowledge that hair regrowth is a naturally slow process and it takes time to see results (Rome wasn’t built in a day and neither is a luscious head of hair). But, good things come to those who wait - so it’s important to stick with the Complete Hair Kit for at least a few months to encourage noticeable hair regrowth.

The hair regrowth timeline

As hair regrowth is a gradual process, there is likely to be little change for the first month or two when you start using the Complete Hair Kit. Some people may experience hair shedding in these initial months, but this is normal and temporary.

After two to four months, hair loss should start to slow down and newly regrown hair should begin to emerge. Initial hairs may be soft and light at the start, but should eventually become the same as normal hair.

Beyond four months, hair loss should slow significantly and thicker, denser-looking hairs should begin to fill in patches of thinning hair. Scalp coverage should noticeably improve and hairs should look stronger and healthier.

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