Iain Sallis is a Consultant Trichologist with more than 20 years of clinical experience in the investigation and management of hair and scalp disorders.

He has examined and advised on thousands of cases involving hair loss, scalp disease, cosmetic hair damage, and hairdressing-related complaints.

He acts as an Expert Witness in civil litigation and provides independent expert opinion for Claimants, Defendants, insurers, solicitors, and the Courts. Instructions are accepted on both a CPR Part 35 Single Joint Expert basis and as a party-appointed expert.

Mr Sallis combines extensive trichological knowledge with practical hairdressing expertise, providing a unique perspective in cases involving cosmetic procedures, chemical treatments, hair damage, and alleged negligence within the hairdressing industry.

He is Director of Hairmedic Ltd and Hairmedic Solutions Ltd, Treasurer of the European Hair Research Society, International Director of the Association of Professional Trichologists, and Chair of the Trichology Sub-Committee of the British Association of Hair Restoration Surgery.

He is also Co-Chief Editor of the Medical textbook ‘Strands of Science’.

Areas of Instruction

• Hair loss disorders.
• Hair growth disorders.
• Scalp disorders and diseases.
• Hair shaft abnormalities.
• Chemical hair damage.
• Hair bleaching, colouring and lightening procedures.
• Hair straightening, perming and keratin treatments.
• Hair extensions and traction-related hair loss.
• Cosmetic products used on the hair and scalp.
• Alleged hairdressing negligence.
• Faulty hairdressing products, equipment and tools.
• Hair and scalp trauma.
• Hair loss following accidents, burns, surgery, or industrial incidents.
• Hair transplantation and restoration procedures.
• Assessment of causation, prognosis and future treatment requirements.

Clinic Locations

Appointments can be arranged throughout the United Kingdom, with clinic facilities available in London, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Sheffield, Nottingham, Hull and Birmingham. Home visits can be arranged where appropriate.