Can't wash off Lotion used to soften the grafts prior to FUE post-op hair wash (Photo)

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I am 5 days post-op FUE (3600 grafts), and I was told to start my hair wash 4th day with applying the Bepanthol lotion on the recipient area, and then wash it off with Sebamed shampoo. However, both yesterday and today (5th day post-op) I didnt manage completely to get off the lotion from my scalp after washing (please see picture), and it just gets absorbed a bit later. Will this create any problems for my hair growth? If so, should I stop with the lotion until I can touch the grafts? Thank you

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It is best to ask your surgeon about post operative care as each doctor has their unique regimen.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

To get the crusting off, you need to leave the shampoo on your hair for 10 minutes and as the crust become water logged, then will come off with gentle finger action. Repeat this twice a day until it is all
 gone.

Can't wash off Lotion used to soften the grafts prior to FUE post-op hair wash (Photo)

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