Talking Hair Loss with Katie Dear

In this episode of Talking Hair Loss, Katie is joined by florist and business owner Sarah Horne to hear the deeply personal story behind her experience of breast cancer, chemotherapy and hair loss. Sarah shares how her mum’s own experience with breast cancer shaped the way she responded to her diagnosis, from recognising a tiny lump herself to undergoing chemotherapy, surgery and radiotherapy. She...

Hair loss is never just about hair. In the first episode of the 'It’s Not Just Hair' podcast series, Talking Hair Loss, Katie Dear shares what more than 26 years of working with hair, wigs and people experiencing hair loss have taught her, that behind every diagnosis, every thinning area and every wig or hairpiece is a person trying to navigate a change in how they see themselves. Katie...

This week, I’m joined by the wonderful Lisa, who shares her very honest experience of going through chemotherapy treatment and hair loss — while she is still in the middle of her treatment journey. Lisa has a fascinating approach to health, treatment and mindset. We talk about discovering her diagnosis, preparing for hair loss, cold capping, finding the right wig, and how she has continued to work...

This episode is being shared during Alopecia Awareness Month — a time to raise awareness, start conversations and shine a light on the real-life experiences of people living with hair loss. In this episode, I’m joined by Ann, who has lived with alopecia areata for decades. Ann first noticed a small patch of hair loss in her twenties. From there, her journey took her through years of hair growing b...

Katie continues her conversation with trichologist Eva Proudman in part two of their discussion, recorded following an Instagram Live where Eva answered some really common questions.  This episode follows up on some of those questions, covering everything from how often you really need to wash your hair and why an oily scalp shouldn't be ignored, to choosing the right shampoo and what “sulfat...

Hair loss can be frightening, confusing and incredibly emotional — but understanding what's happening is the first step. September is Alopecia Awareness Month, making this the perfect time to share this conversation again and help raise awareness and understanding around hair loss and alopecia. In this episode of Talking Hair Loss, I’m joined by clinical trichologist Eva Proudman for a conver...

What is it really like to lose your hair as a man — particularly when the hair loss isn't something you expected? In this episode of Talking Hair Loss with Katie Dear , Katie sits down with Dan Newman, founder of Baldilocks, for an incredibly honest conversation about living with alopecia, trauma, confidence, identity and mental health. Dan shares his experience of alopecia from childhood thr...

In this episode of Talking Hair Loss , I’m joined by Shirley Ledley to talk openly about her experience of permanent chemotherapy-induced hair loss and the journey that followed. It is important to know that this is rare and happened because of one type of chemotherapy and is one persons story. After being treated for breast cancer in 2005, Shirley discovered that her hair wasn’t growing back as e...

Hair loss can affect confidence at any stage of life, but there are more solutions available than many people realise. In this episode of Talking Hair loss , Katie speaks with Carly Flinn from Rumours Hair & Beauty Salon about her own experience with traction alopecia and how it inspired her to specialise in hair extensions and mesh integration. They explore who mesh integration is suitable fo...

In this episode of Talking Hair Loss, I am joined by Natalie Jane Brooker from She Is Losing It for an honest, uplifting conversation about navigating hair loss, wigs, confidence and summer holidays. Natalie shares her own alopecia journey, from hiding her hair loss for years to finding the confidence to speak openly and support others. Together, Natalie and I explore practical ways to feel more c...

In this episode, Jackie Wood from charity radio Vibe25 speaks with Katie, a former West End 'Wiggy' who transformed her career to specialise in supporting people experiencing hair loss.  Katie shares her journey from hairdressing to becoming a specialist in hair loss solutions, emphasizing the importance of confidence in both performance and everyday life.  She discusses the emotional im...

I recently joined BBC Radio 5 Live to discuss the emotional impact hair loss can have on women’s lives, following the recent VAT ruling around specialist hair-loss services. Usually on this podcast I’m in conversation with guests and sharing perspectives through interviews, rather than speaking solo, but I wanted to share this here so you could hear my own thoughts on a subject that means a great...

 Seasonal changes can take a toll on your scalp—and most of us don’t even notice! In this episode, I chat with Trichologist Kate Holohan about common scalp issues like irritation and fungus, and how to prevent them as the seasons shift. We explore why scalp care is just as important as a facial, and Kate shares her expert tips plus calming salon treatments that give your hair and scalp the ultimat...

In this episode, I’m joined by Lisa Cressy from SuperBeing—mindset coach, hypnotherapist, NLP practitioner, and corporate speaker. Lisa helped me use stress management, visualization, and NLP techniques to help calm myself and therefore my chronic hair shedding (telogen effluvium). Life is so stressful, and it’s crucial to pause for our mental and physical health. Lisa shares 4 practical tips to s...

Today’s episode may be a triggering topic if you are going through a similar experience, so please seek support if you need it. We often talk about hair loss related to immune system issues or chemotherapy treatment, but something I haven’t discussed on the podcast before is experiencing hair loss in order to undergo a medical treatment. Tropic Ambassador Helen Chidgey shares her journey through t...

Many people experiencing hair loss might visit their GP or end up on a long waiting list for dermatology. Most of my clients have never heard of a Trichologist—specialists in hair and scalp who can also diagnose conditions. In this episode, I speak with Trichologist Kate Holohan about all things Trichology, so you can be more informed and learn about an alternative path. We discuss different aspec...

Hair loss can be mentally challenging and even traumatic for some, from being constantly ‘hair aware’ to experiencing feelings of loss of identity. Whether you are going through chemotherapy treatment or exploring how to better cope mentally with a challenging Alopecia diagnosis, Lisa Cressy is here today to guide us through how she can help. Lisa is a mindset and hypnotherapy coach, as well as wo...

Today I’m speaking with Dr. Jemma Boyle , who has Alopecia and shares her journey openly on her social platforms to support others going through similar experiences. We talk through her story, beginning when she first noticed signs at just ten years old, right through to now, in her thirties. Jemma opens up about the support she’s received, how hair loss has affected her day-to-day life, and the r...

Are you losing hair on your eyebrows or lashes through chemotherapy treatment, or experiencing loss through alopecia?  Are you looking for someone who can carry out brow restoration and leave you feeling confident about the outcome — confident enough to take that next step and book the appointment? Then this is the episode for you. In today’s episode, we’re talking — as ever — all things hair loss...

 In this episode, I talk with Mia from The House of Christine headwear brand — a name many of you may already know and love, and perhaps even wear one of their beautiful products yourself. We talk about who House of Christine are, how the brand came to be, their values, and their vision for their clients. With making our clients feel good at the heart of both our businesses, we discuss the mindset...

I am so excited to share this episode with you! Today, I’m interviewing Trichologist Emma Furlong , who works for the Aderans Group and also runs her own independent clinic. I really wanted to get some of those questions answered that anyone experiencing any form of hair loss has been wondering about. There are so many things we could talk about when it comes to hair loss, but the main focus of th...

In this episode, we talk about how it feels for men to lose their hair.  It’s a controversial topic, as it’s often assumed that men experiencing hair loss are “okay” with it — but after fitting many bespoke hair systems for men over the years, I’ve seen the other side. Men experience many of the same types of Alopecia diagnoses as women, not just male pattern baldness . It can deeply affect their...

In today’s interview, I talk to a lady who has two different diagnoses of Alopecia . So far on this podcast, I’ve interviewed people with a single diagnosis, so it’s really interesting to talk about what it’s like to have several conditions going on at once. We go right back to the first signs in childhood, and talk through her journey with the GP , Dermatologist , and her experience with a Tricho...

In today’s interview, I have the pleasure of chatting with a lovely lady, Mandy May , who talks openly about her journey through breast cancer. She takes us through her experience from diagnosis, how she coped with hair loss due to chemotherapy, and how she’s doing now, a few years on. During her treatment, Mandy searched for a support group but couldn’t seem to find one that gave her the right su...

I speak with Sarah Emerson, the Regional Manager for Look Good Feel Better , a cancer support charity. With Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, I wanted to interview a charity like this for anyone who might be interested in the workshops and support they provide. Having worked within an oncology unit and with NHS contracts, I have sadly seen many people coming to me for a hairpiece after l...