First established as the British Hair and Nail Group (BHANG) in 2011, BHANG was renamed as the British Hair and Nail Society (BHNS) in 2014.The British Hair and Nail Society is a national, UK based group set up to bring together dermatologists, allied health professionals and scientists with a common interest in hair, scalp and nail dermatology.The society aims to provide patient and public support and education, training activities for professionals and active promotion of clinical and laboratory research into hair and nail disorders.

On these pages you will find information on common hair and nail conditions, downloadable patient information leaflets, links to useful websites and various tips on camouflage, wigs and tattoos. Dermatologists who regularly manage patients with hair and nail conditions are encouraged to join the society and take advantage of the members only features such as the secure forum, clinical cases, database and useful resources.

The society aims to provide patient and public support and education, training activities for professionals and active promotion of clinical and laboratory research into hair and nail disorders.