Losing your hair can be a real blow. It affects how you see yourself, your confidence, and even how you interact with the world. You might find yourself avoiding social events, changing your hairstyle to hide thinning areas, or simply feeling less like yourself. At Nashville Hair Doctor, we understand this struggle. That’s why we offer a number of hair restoration products and procedures like FUE hair transplantation to restore your hairline and bring back that sense of self.
However, your overall hair journey doesn’t end with one procedure. Proper hair care after restoration is an important step to ensuring that new hair grafts thrive. You know what they say: “Healthy scalp, healthy hair!” That’s why we are here to guide you through the hair care maze and help you understand what’s best for newly restored hair. If you’re still considering a hair restoration journey yourself, contact us for a free quote to explore your options.
Gentle Shampoos & Conditioners: Start With Kindness
You may be thinking, “My hair needs some help; what is the best product for hair repair?” This depends on the nature of your hair loss and how you want to go about treating it. Sometimes, a person may want to stop thinning hair from progressing. In contrast, someone else may want to move directly to hair transplantation to address more advanced hair loss.
If you choose a hair restoration procedure like FUE, the first step in caring for your restored hair is selecting the right shampoo and conditioner. After an FUE procedure, your scalp is sensitive and needs patient, gentle care (like we all do from time to time). A sensitive scalp tends to respond best to products that clean without causing irritation.
Practically speaking, this means using shampoos and conditioners that are sulfate-free. Sulfates are harsh detergents that can strip your hair and scalp of natural oils, increasing dryness and irritation. Instead, opt for shampoos and conditioners labeled as “gentle” or “for sensitive scalps.” These products cleanse without causing harm, allowing your newly transplanted follicles to settle in comfortably.
Platelet-Rich Plasma: Effective Tissue Regeneration
An important component to consider in your hair restoration journey is the use of platelet-rich plasma. This innovative treatment has been shown to have positive effects on hair growth after a transplant, making it an excellent addition to your post-procedure care. At Nashville Hair Doctor, we also offer platelet-rich plasma as a standalone treatment for those looking to enhance their hair restoration efforts.
Hair Growth Serums: Give Your Hair a Boost
Several serums are available to help restore hair, and the results are improving year after year. You’ll want to focus on serums that include biotin, caffeine, or peptides. Each of these ingredients serves the restoration process in its own way. Biotin is a vitamin that encourages strong hair growth, caffeine can stimulate follicles, and peptides can strengthen hair structure. These ingredients work together to create an environment where your restored hair can flourish. Apply the serum as directed, usually once or twice daily, focusing on the areas where you’ve had the transplant.
Scalp Care Essentials: A Healthy Foundation
A healthy scalp is essential for healthy hair. Hydrating oils and gentle exfoliants can make a big difference. Hydrating oils, such as jojoba or argan oil, serve to moisturize your scalp, preventing dryness, itchiness, and flaking. Gentle exfoliants remove dead skin cells and buildup, allowing freshly planted follicles to breathe.
It is worth noting, however, that you must be careful when exfoliating your scalp after hair restoration. You don’t want to irritate your scalp, which rough exfoliation may easily do. In some cases, rough exfoliation can even lead to transplanted hair follicles failing to take root permanently. If you have concerns in this area, don’t hesitate to talk to one of our team members about which exfoliation products are right for you and how to properly use them.
Heat & Styling Protection: Shield Your Investment
Heat styling tools like blow dryers, straighteners, and curling irons often cause damage to newly restored hair. It takes time for transplanted hair to reach its full strength and stability, and hair care tools that use heat can dry out your hair, making it brittle and prone to breakage. If you must use heat as a part of your hair care routine, always apply a heat-protectant leave-in treatment first. These products create a protective barrier between the hair and the heat, minimizing dryness and breakage.
Also, avoiding tight hairstyles that can pull on your follicles, such as ponytails, braids, or cornrows, is wise. Keeping the roots free of tension is best until transplanted hair follicles reach their full restored strength.
What to Avoid: The No-Go Zone of Hair Care Products
Knowing what to use on restored hair is just as important as knowing what to avoid. Harsh chemicals, heavy styling products, and excessive washing can all harm your restored hair and keep it from thriving. Be careful to avoid products that contain alcohol, fragrances, and dyes, as these can irritate your scalp and harm the hair. Likewise, heavy styling products like gels and waxes can clog your follicles, hindering growth. While keeping your scalp clean is important, washing your hair too often can strip it of natural oils. After your procedure, stick to washing your hair every few days or as directed by your technician.
Choosing the Right Products: A Long-Term Investment
Choosing the right hair care products is an investment in the long-term success of your hair restoration journey. At Nashville Hair Doctor, we’re committed to helping you achieve the best possible results. Our FUE hair transplant procedure is a reliable solution for hair loss. You can enjoy a full, healthy head of hair for years with proper aftercare.
We understand that hair loss can be a sensitive issue. To that end, we’re here to provide expert guidance and support throughout your hair restoration journey. If you’re ready to take the next step, contact us today for a free quote. We’re happy to answer any questions you may have and help you explore your options. And don’t forget to check out our before and after photos to see the amazing results our patients have already achieved. When you’re ready, we can help you obtain the hair you deserve.
