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UK’s first and only private medical dermatology practice specialising in Afro-textured hair loss and scalp conditions.
Founded in 2022 by Dr Sharon Belmo, a highly regarded consultant dermatologist with a passion for healthcare equality, the practice was set up to meet the unmet medical dermatological and hair loss needs of people of colour.
We thank you for your interest in our services.
Find Us
Dr Sharon Belmo Dermatology is centrally located at 152 Harley Street, London - home to a variety of prestigious private medical and surgical clinics. We are 3 minutes walk from Regent’s park underground station and 5 minutes walk from Great Portland street underground station.
Email: info@drsharonbelmo.com Tel: 02081244616
Bookings/Enquiries: Mon – Fri 9 am - 5.30 pm
Clinic Days: Mon, Wed, Thu and Monthly Sat
152 Harley Street, Third Floor London W1G 7LH
The Hair Clinic
As a medical dermatologist and hair loss expert, Dr Sharon Belmo runs a specialised clinic for hair loss and scalp conditions. The clinic offers an extended initial consultation time of up to 45 minutes to enable the doctor to delve deep into the hair loss history, medical history, family history, hair care history, medications and other factors that may have contributed to the hair loss or scalp condition.
During this time, a detailed examination of the scalp is also performed, with trichoscopic analysis and photography. Images taken are often then discussed, and investigations or treatments are recommended and or initiated.
Dr Belmo likes to involve her patients throughout their hair loss treatment journey and therefore likes to provide simple explanations ensure they are well informed about their condition and treatment. Dr Belmo treats all hair types, genders and ethnic groups. She has a particular interest and has undergone specialist training in Afro-textured hair.
The psychological burden of hair loss is outstanding and often overlooked, particularly in those with Afro-textured hair. Hair loss is a medical condition which requires an accurate diagnosis. This is best ascertained by a qualified (consultant) dermatologist, who, by training, have the highest qualifications and training to manage skin, hair and nail conditions. As medical doctors, dermatologists can also confidently prescribe medical treatments that are often necessary, as well as performing medical procedures.
Dr Sharon Belmo is a GMC registered, UK trained consultant dermatologist with additional specialist training in the diagnosis and management hair and scalp conditions.
The following conditions are commonly seen and treated by Dr Belmo:
Traction alopecia
Frontal fibrosing alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia
Folliculitis decalvans
Alopecia areata
Seborrhoeic dermatitis
Lichen planopilaris
Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia
Folliculitis keloidalis (Acne keloidalis nuchae)
Afro Textured Hair
Afro-textured hair is unique. It is important when treating scalp and hair loss conditions that your dermatologist understands these differences, particularly when prescribing treatments and recommending hair care regimens. Below are listed a few.
Afro textured hair is more fragile than straighter hair types and therefore more prone to breakage
Afro textured hair is drier
Afro-textured hair possesses single strand and complex knots across the hair strands which can lead to friction and further breakage
Afro textured hair is more fragile when wet
The Afro textured hair follicle (root) is curved in comparison to straighter hair types which can have implications where taking scalp biopsies or hair transplant success
Hair care practices can commonly impact the condition of Afro-textured hair
Simple grooming practices can damage Afro-textured hair
Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia is a very common cause of hair loss that is almost exclusive to Black women.