When Can You Get A Haircut After A Hair Transplant?

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When Can You Get A Haircut After A Hair Transplant

When Can You Get A Haircut After A Hair Transplant?

When Can You Get A Haircut After A Hair Transplant
John M

John M

Hi, I'm John. About age 30 my hair started receding. After trying lots of products I eventually decided on a hair transplant. And now I have my hair back.

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Following a hair transplant, adhering to the post-operative care guidelines given by your surgeon is essential for optimal healing and to achieve the best results. The particular directions for aftercare will differ based on the transplant technique you’ve undergone, thus it’s crucial to stick to the advice your surgeon has given you.

It’s generally recommended to wait at least two weeks after the hair transplant before getting a haircut. This allows enough time for the newly transplanted hair follicles to heal and become firmly established in the scalp. Getting a haircut too soon after the transplant can cause irritation or damage to the newly transplanted hair.

I recommend leaving it as long as possible up to the 2-3 month mark.

During the first two weeks post-surgery, it’s important to avoid any hair care product that contains harsh chemicals, such as dyes, styling products, or hair sprays, as they can cause damage to the transplanted hair. It’s also important to avoid any activities that can cause friction or pressure on the scalp, such as wearing tight hats or headbands, or sleeping on your stomach.

It’s recommended to use a soft brush or comb and to avoid using any styling products for the first two weeks.

It’s always recommended to consult with a healthcare professional before using any hair care product after a hair transplant, to ensure that it’s safe to use and won’t cause any irritation to the scalp.

Can you get a haircut after a hair transplant?

Initially, you will experience some hair loss after hair transplant surgery, your scalp will be sore. The last thing you will want is someone with scissors snipping near your wounds.

Hair regrowth varies from person to person, so it’s difficult to give a specific time, but in general, after three months, you could, in theory, get a haircut.

Following a transplant, you’ll need to follow some conditions. You shouldn’t cut your hair short, and clippers or razors should not be used on the transplant area.

Ask your barber to snip the ends of the hairs and make them uniform in length, do this for the first couple of times you visit the barber. You do not need any tugging of the hair or over-exuberance when it comes to washing your hair.

It’s probably a good idea to wash your hair before visiting the barber and allow him to wet the hair with a spray if needed before getting a trim.

When can I touch my grafts after a hair transplant?

The urge to touch your scalp can be overwhelming, and if you have clean hands and fingers with short fingernails, you can touch your new hair grafts within hours.

You will experience itching. The best way to address the itch is to gently massage the scalp with a natural oil like almond oil to give relief from the itch.

It is also vital you keep your hair transplants moist. The best way is to massage through the day lightly and don’t let your scalp dry. 

You must avoid any kind of scratching; this could dislodge the newly implanted hair follicles and cause them to fail.

Before touching your scalp and hair grafts, make sure your hands are spotlessly clean.

Haircut before hair transplant

It is generally recommended to get a haircut before a hair transplant procedure. This is because the hair transplant surgeon will need to see the entire scalp in order to create the most natural-looking hairline and to properly plan the placement of the transplanted hair follicles.

Getting a haircut before the procedure also helps the surgeon to create a more natural-looking hairline by matching the existing hair.

A short hair length also allows the surgeon to have a better view of the scalp and to be more precise in the placement of the transplanted hair follicles.

It’s also important to note that, before the hair transplant, the surgeon may want to take some photographs of the scalp for record-keeping and planning purposes.

It’s important to follow your surgeon’s instructions regarding hair length before the procedure, as the specific instructions may vary depending on the type of transplant you are having.

It’s also worth mentioning that, after the hair transplant, you’ll need to wait for a certain period of time before getting a haircut or any hair treatment, usually around 2 weeks, to avoid any irritation or damage to the newly transplanted hair.

Top 5 Reasons to go abroad for a Hair Transplant

1. Save at least 60% on the cost

A hair transplant in Europe is at least 60% cheaper than in the UK. And most packages are all inclusive, including your accommodation and airport transfers.

2. Europe has some of the most experienced surgeons in the world

Europe has more clinics, which have been established and running for much longer than clinics in the UK. The price is also lower, making it more accessible for people.

Surgeons in Europe will have carried out hundreds, if not thousands more procedures than UK based surgeons. Because of this some UK clinics will bring in surgeons from Europe to carry out your procedure.

3. Hair restoration clinics in Europe are state or the art

Many facilities in Europe are dedicated hair restoration clinics. They only perform that type of treatment. As such all equipment, facilities, techniques and staff are specialists in hair restoration. 

Hair restoration is only now becoming more popular in the UK, so many UK clinics are general cosmetic facilities that carry out various procedures.

4. Get even more value by making your transplant into a holiday

Europe is such a popular holiday destination for many reasons, the culture, history, sights, cuisine, shopping, great weather, your money goes further, it’s widely English speaking, and it’s just 2 or 3 hours away by plane. 

The list goes on! So why not travel a few days earlier, grab a low cost Airbnb or hotel, take a friend or partner and enjoy the city for a few days before your transplant.

5. Hassle free process

It’s so easy to get an assessment and price. Contact the clinic, arrange an initial consultation in the UK with your surgeon, or do an online consultation by sending a few pictures and answering some basic questions. 

Once you’re happy, pick a date and you’re done! The clinic will send you all the paperwork and itinerary so you know exactly what’s happening. You don’t pay until you go for treatment. 

You just hop on the plane. A transfer car will meet you as you get off the plane and take you to the clinic. It’s such an easy process. Easy!

Top 5 Hair Transplant Tips

1. Know your post-op timeline – The key dates!

  • You need to take the upmost care in the first 7 days
  • You can leave the house after 7 days, but I advise you take at least 2 weeks off work.
  • You won’t be able to wear a hat or exercise for up to 4 weeks after.
  • Around 2 – 4 weeks your new hair will fall out, you’ll look a little red and sore – similar to sunburn.
  • Around 4 months your new hair starts growing and looking good.
  • By 6 months you can’t tell you’ve had a transplant.
You can get a haircut after the first month, or you can keep it short yourself with clippers until it starts to grow back.

2. Pick the right time to schedule your treatment

Good clinics will be busy, so you may have to wait 2 months to get an appointment – this is a good thing. So knowing that and knowing your post-op timeline (above) means you can plan the perfect time around your social or work calendar. 

If you have important social events coming up, particularly if you know you’ll be photographed then you may plan your transplant 6 months in advance, or wait until your calendar is free.

3. Set your expectations

If your hair has receded at the front you’ll want the clinic to draw an expected hairline on your head or on pictures of you as soon as possible. They’ll then also talk about the number of grafts or hairs you’ll need and how thick the result will look. 

The sooner you can establish this, the sooner you’ll know exactly what to expect. A good clinic will also take into consideration a natural looking hair line for your age and your face and head shape. Have an honest conversation and be open to their expert feedback.

4. Knowing what the journey home looks like

There’s no way around it, you’ll have to go out in public to travel home. The worst part is sitting at the airport for 2 hours or so whilst you wait for your plane. 

I found it was best to embrace it. People are nice for the most part and won’t stare, and if one or two do who cares – you will never see those people again! You may even be at the airport with other transplant patients, I wasn’t the only one! 

Take a travel pillow and have someone pick you up if possible, so you can exit swiftly and get back home as soon as possible. It’s natural to be self-conscious, but it’s over fast and well worth it.

Tip! Just take carry-on luggage to keep your check-in and wait time down.

5. Choosing the right clinic

  • Pick somewhere you can travel to and from easily
  • Check their reviews online, not just on their site!
  • Do they have a good quality website and professional looking emails?
  • Can you see actual case studies of previous patients online?
  • Do they have an address? Can you see it on Google street view?
  • Can you meet your surgeon for a consultation beforehand?
  • Do you know someone who’s been there before – first hand opinion is amazing!
John M

John M

Hi, I'm John. About age 30 my hair started receding. After trying lots of products I eventually decided on a hair transplant. And now I have my hair back.

Do you want to keep your hair without surgery? I get it … surgery can be expensive and frightening. Although it’s the most effective solution when things go bad and it helped me, you still experience some discomfort and have to take some time off from work.

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