Dr Mariam Adeola Balogun

Dr Mariam Adeola Balogun UK Consultant Dermatologist
Hair Transplant Surgeon
Hair Loss Specialist | Holistic Health

21/09/2026

As a consultant dermatologist specialising in hair and scalp conditions for over 16 years, I see firsthand how deeply AKN, often called razor bumps, impacts confidence and comfort.

Every time I post about AKN, my DMs flood with the same questions: What actually causes it? How do we treat it effectively? Is it too late to reverse the scarring? Would it ever stop?

A social media video can show the problem, but it can’t give the full, step-by-step advice needed to really deal with it.

That’s why, for the first time, I’m hosting an exclusive 1-hour live webinar strictly limited to 50 participants.

We will explain what AKN is, what treatment looks like at different stages, how to keep going, when to stop waiting, and how to act before scarring gets worse.

Most importantly, we’ll have a live Q&A where I will answer your questions right away.

Whether you are personally navigating AKN or helping a loved one find the right care, this webinar is for you.
Don’t wait until spots fill up.

Click the link in my bio to register now and secure your seat.

18/09/2026

Notice extra hair on your cheeks or jawline  after starting Minoxidil? Don’t panic, and don’t stop your treatment.

Unwanted hair growth (hypertrichosis) is a known side effect, but quitting early means forfeiting the scalp progress you’ve worked hard to achieve.

Instead, fight back by changing how you apply minoxidil. Apply it a few hours before bed so it doesn’t rub off onto your pillow and face overnight.

Use the prescribed dose, and clean your hands after application. If unwanted hair persists, it is important that you talk to your dermatologist.

Send this to someone who needs to see it today.

16/09/2026

Your hygiene has nothing to do with the painful lumps under your arms or in your groin.

It’s not an infection, but a chronic inflammatory skin condition called Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) caused by clogged hair follicles.
HS can cause significant pain and permanent scarring over time.

However, standard over-the-counter acne soaps or home remedies won’t treat the root cause; medical treatments, lifestyle changes, and other options can help control HS and make the situation better.

If this sounds like what you’ve been silently dealing with, please don’t wait longer. Book an appointment with a dermatologist today and get the answers you seek.

Send this to anyone you know who is battling Hidradenitis Suppurativa.

14/09/2026

Sometimes health scares can sometimes spread faster than the real facts.

Stop letting medical myths keep you from treating hair loss. If you’ve ever skipped a medication because of an unverified side effect, let me know.

11/09/2026

Stopping Minoxidil will not make your hair worse than if you had never started.

Minoxidil helps you retain hair you would have naturally lost. When you stop, your hair simply catches up to the natural progression of androgenetic alopecia.

That is precisely why starting early matters; preserving the hair you have is much easier than regrowing hair that is already gone.
Don’t let the fear of quitting stop you from protecting your hairline today.

Send this to a friend currently using Minoxidil.

09/09/2026

Aminexil is one over-the-counter option that shows promise, especially if you want to stop unwanted hair growth in other areas or are seeking a safer alternative during the postpartum period or while breastfeeding.
Yet for cases of severe pattern hair loss, established medical treatments such as 5% topical or oral minoxidil are still the gold standard.

Have you ever tried viral hair serums before? Please share your experiences in the comment section.

07/09/2026

Have you ever swapped a medication for a natural supplement?
Let’s talk about Saw Palmetto and Finasteride.

Many people often choose Saw Palmetto to target DHT-related hair loss because it feels safer than medication.

But if it works on the same hormone systems, people forget it also needs the same important questions: What is the usual safe dose? What are the long-term effects on your body? Has it met the same strict safety checks?

Just because a supplement is “natural” doesn’t mean it isn’t altering your hormones.

Save this video and consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement routine.

04/09/2026

Is finasteride causing low mood, or is hair loss doing the damage before you even take a pill?

Warnings about hair loss don’t always give the entire story. Although finasteride’s side effects are widely talked about online, the psychological effect of losing hair to begin with is generally ignored.

As a consultant dermatologist, my main concern is not only treating your scalp but also ensuring that we don’t overlook the effect that hair loss has already had on your confidence and mood.

You have the same right as the patient to tell me how you’re feeling before any treatment begins.

If you’ve any questions regarding hair loss treatments, please put them in the comments below! Make sure to save this post if you’re looking into hair restoration options!

31/08/2026

Are you really sleeping deeply, or just lying in bed tired?

The truth is, your body starts aging around 25.

Collagen drops, stress protection slows down, and skipping sleep doesn’t help you win; it just speeds up the damage.

Deep sleep (REM) is when your body fixes itself. It protects your brain, heals your body, and keeps you strong. If you miss it for too long, stress hormones will start harming your bones, heart, and hair.
Remember, don’t trade your health for someone else’s idea of “success.”

Send it to someone who needs to slow down and truly rest.

29/08/2026

AKN can be mild or very serious, so there is not just one way to treat it. If you tried one treatment and it did not help, it means your skin needs a stronger treatment.

Mild cases respond well to exfoliating washes (salicylic acid, glycolic acid, or sulfur). Moderate cases require prescription topical steroids paired with retinoid creams or anti-inflammatory oral meds. For persistent, thickened lumps, targeted steroid injections help with the tissue.

Severe cases may require surgical removal, sometimes followed by radiotherapy to prevent recurrence. Finally, Nd: YAG laser hair removal provides a long-term fix by removing the follicle driver, though IPL should be strictly avoided on melanated skin.

If a single injection or over-the-counter wash didn’t clear your bumps, don’t give up; you likely just need to move up the treatment scale with a consultant dermatologist.

Send this to someone who needs to know about AKN treatment.

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