Who to watch
Doctors and creators who talk about hair loss in a way worth your time, and what to keep in mind with each.
Before you press play
A 2026 study of 156 popular hair-loss videos found that only 6.5% mentioned risks or side effects. See the source.
- Who is speaking? A dermatologist or hair specialist is a good start, but check what they sell.
- Do they mention side effects and who the treatment does not suit? Good advice always does.
- Is it one person's photos, or results from many people in a trial?
- Does a dramatic before and after use the same light, angle and hairstyle?
- Are prices, brands and rules from the US? Many products and prescriptions work differently in Europe.
Doctors who explain
Dermatologists and surgeons who explain treatments on video or in podcasts. Most also treat patients, which we note.
Dr Jeff Donovan
Canadian dermatologist and hair specialist who runs a hair clinic in British Columbia.
- Good for
- Calm, research-first explanations. His podcast walks through newly published hair studies, including rarer conditions most channels skip.
- Keep in mind
- He treats patients at his own clinic, so keep in mind it is also a business.
Dr Gary Linkov
Facial plastic surgeon in New York with one of the larger hair-loss channels on YouTube.
- Good for
- Clear explainers on minoxidil, finasteride and other treatments, and what hair transplants involve.
- Keep in mind
- He performs hair transplants, so surgery is part of his business. Watch his treatment videos alongside our guides.
Dr Sharon Wong
Consultant dermatologist in London who specialises in hair and scalp, who has served as president of the UK Institute of Trichologists.
- Good for
- Hair loss in women, shedding, and scalp conditions, explained by someone who treats them every day.
- Keep in mind
- She runs a private practice. Her advice follows UK and European practice, which is close to ours.
Dr Sam Ellis
US dermatologist with a popular YouTube channel on skin and hair.
- Good for
- Practical videos on thinning hair in women, postpartum shedding and how to use minoxidil, made for a general audience.
- Keep in mind
- The channel also covers beauty products, and some videos feature brands. US prices and brands differ from what you find in Europe.
Dr Dray (Dr Andrea Suarez)
US dermatologist whose channel is mostly about skin, with regular videos on hair loss.
- Good for
- Straightforward, evidence-minded takes on hair-loss treatments and popular claims.
- Keep in mind
- Hair is a side topic for her channel. Search her channel for "hair loss" to find the relevant videos.
Dr Joyce Park
US dermatologist who explains skin and hair topics on YouTube and social media.
- Good for
- Short, clear videos on postpartum shedding and other everyday hair questions.
- Keep in mind
- Her channel covers many topics; hair is one of them. Some content features products.
People sharing their own routine
One person's experience can be useful to see a routine in practice. It cannot tell you what will work for you.
Bryan Johnson
Entrepreneur known for his "Blueprint" longevity routine, who publishes what he does for his own hair.
- Good for
- Seeing a full routine laid out in detail: minoxidil tablets and lotion, a laser cap, and scalp care. He is open about the prescription parts.
- Keep in mind
- This is one person's experience, not a trial. He sells several of the products in his routine, and his results cannot tell you which part worked. Prescription medicines need a doctor.
Why these names
We chose them for clear explanations, not for agreeing with us. Nobody here paid to be listed, and we earn nothing from these links. Watching them is not a substitute for seeing your own doctor. We last checked every link on November 10, 2026.