Prince William's Hair Loss is Getting Really Bad

 

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New photos of Prince William show just how bad his hair loss has become.

In a photo session taken during a recent tea ceremony in Japan, Prince William is seen with massive hair loss throughout the top of the crown - and looks almost identical to his Uncle Edward's own infamous hairline. 

If there was ever a family that needed a good hair restoration physician on staff, it's the Duke of Cambridge's. Early onset male pattern hair loss seems to run in the royal family. In addition to Prince William and Edward, both of whom began balding in their early 20s, Prince Charles also started showing signs of alopecia in his 20s and the Prince's younger brother, Harry, just 30, is also showing evidence of thinning.

Hair loss does run in the family, so for those reading this, if you have bald relatives in your family, consider taking the HairDX genetic test to see if you're susceptible to androgenetic alopecia.

Is Kate Middleton's Hair Worse Than Prince William's?

 

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During a recent visit to a homeless charity in London, Prince William raised a few eyebrows by calling out his wife's "nightmare" hair. But perhaps it was just a bit of lighthearted retaliation for her earlier joke that he should cover his ever increasing bald spot with a tuft of alpaca wool. 

Kate Middleton's hair is of course beyond reproach, but many people wonder - why doesn't William simply fix his bald spot?

Hair loss is a treatable condition, and it wouldn't be difficult for Prince William to significantly reduce his bald spot and prevent further hair loss if he were to visit a qualified hair restoration physician (or 'trichologist' as it's known in the UK). For the Prince, a multi-therapy treatment regimen would likely work best and could include Propecia, Formula 82M and a NeoGraft FUE hair transplant. There are other options too like Vampire PRP therapy and low level laser therapy. All of these treatments have been proven effective at treating male pattern hair loss.

At just 32 years old, Prince William is a bit ahead of the curve when it comes to losing hair, but baldness is not uncommon in a man's 30s. Given the state of his father's (Prince Charles) hairline, this type of hair loss was not unexpected - and other men who have baldness on either side of their family should consider undergoing a HairDX genetic test to determine if they are also at risk for androgenetic hair loss.







 

Did Vanity Fair Photoshop Prince William's Bald Spot?

Prince William and his family are on the cover of the upcoming issue of Vanity Fair, but if you look close, you'll notice that Prince William's bald spot seems to have vanished, leaving many questioning whether or not the magazine did a little photoshopping. 

I can't say for sure, but if you compare his cover portrait to other photos, you will notice his hair does appear a little thicker. 

I've discussed Prince William's hair loss in the past on this site, at 32, he has advanced male pattern hair loss for his age - in fact, he's a Norwood Class III-vertex, progressing quickly toward IV and beyond. In my opinion, it would be best to start a multi-therapy approach immediately that combines finasteride (Propecia), minoxidil (Rogaine) and Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT). Non-invasive FDA-approved therapies can start reversing the miniaturization of the hair follicles immediately. Because hair growth rates are slow, the results will take 3-9 months to become appreciated. A microsurgical FUE hair transplant with NeoGraft (the "Cadillac of hair transplants") would also do wonders for him. 

The good news is, if Prince William decides he likes the look of a fuller head of hair, there are many options available today to restore his lost follicles. 

Kate Pokes Fun at William's Thinning Hair

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The always charming Duchess of Cambridge made new fans this week after she jokingly poked fun at her husband's bald spot, suggesting he think about an alpaca toupee. 

While this was obviously not a serious suggestion, Prince William does have options when it comes to his balding crown. 

At 31, Prince William has advanced male pattern hair loss for his age - in fact, he's a Norwood Class III-vertex, progressing quickly toward IV and beyond. My suggestion would be to start a multi-therapy approach immediately that combines finasteride (Propecia), minoxidil (Rogaine) and Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT). Non-invasive FDA-approved therapies can start reversing the miniaturization of the hair follicles immediately. Because hair growth rates are slow, the results will take 3-9 months to become appreciated.

A microsurgical FUE hair transplant with NeoGraft (the "Cadillac of hair transplants") would also do wonders for him. 

Is Prince Harry Going Bald?

 

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Is Prince Harry losing his hair?

As the 28-year old prince of Wales tours the US, there are signs he may be experiencing the same crown thinning that's been noticeable on his older brother, Prince William. 

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Male pattern hair loss is the result of a genetic predisposition to androgen sensitivity - so the fact that both his brother and father (Prince Charles) suffer from hair loss, means he is at a higher risk. Recent photos of Harry clearly show significant thinning in the crown. Hopefully, he'll get started on an aggressive multi-therapy approach (Formula 82M, finasteride, low level laser therapy, etc.) to protect his hair line and prevent further recession.

Is Shia LaBeouf Thinning?

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An April 1 photo in US Weekly (see it here) and video from the Letterman Show (here) suggests the 26-year old Transformers star could be showing early signs of thinning on the crown, as well as more noticeable temporal recession.

Hair loss in your twenties isn't uncommon; in fact, there are a number of other prominent young men who are also dealing with this problem, including Prince William, Tom Felton, Kian Egan, and Nick Hogan, just to name a few.

For Shia LaBeouf, it would be wise to consult a hair restoration specialist now and consider starting on preventative treatments.

Celebrity Hair Transplant Poll

According to a recent U.K. poll, England football star Wayne Rooney tops the list of best celebrity hair transplants, the Daily Mail reports. Coming in at a close second was actor James Nesbitt. 

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Participants were also asked to name five celebrities who would most benefit from a hair transplant – and unsurprisingly, Prince William took top honors. The prince's hair woes have often garnered attention from the media and the public. Actor Jude Law came in second on the list as another celebrity who would benefit from a little "follicle intervention."

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To read more about the poll, check out the article in the Daily Mail.

Queen's Hairdresser Reportedly Urging Prince William to have Hair Transplant

British papers are reporting that the Queen's longtime hair dresser is urging Prince William to undergo a hair transplant. 


At 28, Prince William has advanced male pattern hair loss for his age - in fact, he's a Norwood Class III-vertex, progressing quickly toward IV and beyond.

While a microsurgical FUE hair transplant with NeoGraft (the "Cadillac of hair transplants") would provide the best results, he does have other options. 


Prince William would benefit from a multi-therapy approach that combines finasteride (Propecia), minoxidil (Rogaine) and Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT). Non-invasive FDA-approved therapies can start reversing the miniaturization of the hair follicles immediately. 


Today hair transplantation is growing in popularity and can often be done undetectably. But the bottom line is, there are many options available for Prince William should he wish to take on his hair loss. 

Balding Prince William to Wed on Friday

The royal wedding is only days away and the world is buzzing over what Kate's dress will look like and what hat the queen will wear. 


But what about Prince William? While his attire is less concerning, his hair loss, has garnered much attention throughout his engagement. 

At 28, Prince William has advanced male pattern hair loss for his age - in fact, he's a Norwood Class III-vertex, progressing quickly toward IV and beyond. 


While it is far too late to see any improvements in the wedding photos, if Prince William wants to work on future damage control, he should start a multi-therapy approach immediately that combines finasteride (Propecia), minoxidil (Rogaine) and Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT). 


Non-invasive FDA-approved therapies can start reversing the miniaturization of the hair follicles immediately. Because hair growth rates are slow, the results will take 3-9 months to become appreciated.

A microsurgical FUE hair transplant with NeoGraft (the "Cadillac of hair transplants") would also do wonders for him. 

Prince William - Royal Family's Hair Loss History

I recently found a great article from the U.K. Daily Mail newspaper, dating back to August of 2005, on the British royal family's hair loss history. 


From the 2005 Daily Mail article:

Prince Charles was 28 when he was first identified as suffering hair loss.

Princess Diana's father Earl Spencer was also thin on top - meaning the genetic odds appear to be stacked against Prince William keeping his hair. In fact, William's bald spot first became apparent at the age of only 20.

Prince Charles's father Prince Philip was 37 when he started to reveal that his hair was going the same way as that of his father, Prince Andrew of Greece.

And Charles's brother Prince Edward was just 21 when the world was alerted to his 'male pattern baldness'.

Read the full article here. 

Family history and a person's genetic makeup - particularly whether he has an androgen receptor on the X chromosome - is a determining factor in male pattern hair loss. To guess a person's chances of developing hair loss, family history provides a good clue. But patients can also utilize new genetic tests like the ones provided by HairDX to determine more conclusively if they are at a higher risk for hair loss. A few years ago, I did a story with the Today show about this test: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R3MAv6_AWa4.

Prince William - Hair Loss Clock is Ticking

Exciting news yesterday, as Prince William announced his engagement to Kate Middleton - with a wedding planned for the spring or summer of next year. 


But what is he going to do about his hair loss before then?


At 28, Prince William has advanced male pattern hair loss for his age - in fact, he's a Norwood Class III-vertex, progressing quickly toward IV and beyond. Unfortunately, he doesn't have much time to fix the problem before the wedding - especially if it takes place in the spring. What the prince needs to be thinking about now is damage control.


He needs to throw 'everything but the kitchen sink' at this problem - and ASAP. Prince William should start a multi-therapy approach immediately that combines finasteride (Propecia), minoxidil (Rogaine) and Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT). Non-invasive FDA-approved therapies can start reversing the miniaturization of the hair follicles immediately. Because hair growth rates are slow, the results will take 3-9 months to become appreciated.


A microsurgical FUE hair transplant with NeoGraft (the "Cadillac of hair transplants") would also do wonders for him - however, he's running out of time before the wedding. If he did the FUE/NeoGraft hair transplant today, in six months his hair would certainly be improved, but only half-way grown in. Like all wedding planning, you need to get started early!

Balding Prince William to Marry (?)

People magazine is raising the alarm that Prince William might be planning to marry long-time girlfriend Kate Middleton - possibly as early as February! A royal wedding would certainly be HUGE news - but first I have to ask, 'What's up with the hair?'


Prince William is just 28 years old. Yet he has the hairline of a man in his late 40s. Early hair loss is more common than most people realize - overall, men have a 20-percent chance of losing their locks while in their 20s. But in the majority of cases, 20-something hair loss is limited to mild temporal recession. Prince William's case is much more severe. 


Were I in the royal family, I'd be urging the Prince to start an aggressive multi-therapy program ASAP. Rogaine and Propecia STAT. Although at this point, he's lost so much that a hair transplant will probably be needed as well (I'd recommend FUE with NeoGraft).

For someone who is so young, and will forever be in the public eye, I'd be surprised if the Prince didn't take some action down the road.