When can I shave my head after an FUE hair transplant? (Photo)

March 20, 2016
Asked By:michael radcliffe in Los Angeles, CA

I had a FUE hair transplant done 6 months ago and am not entirely pleased with the results so I plan on shaving my head but am worried about upsetting the donor area. Do i risk aggrevating the scars if I shave it now? If so how long should i wait? Also will the scars fade with time? Do they stay pale even if I get sunshine on my head?

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Answers (8)

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VOTED MOST HELPFUL
April 11, 2016

Answer: FUE NeoGraft Hair Transplant

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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April 11, 2016

Answer: FUE NeoGraft Hair Transplant

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
March 23, 2016

Answer: You can cut or shave your head after your skin has healed. You're at six months post op. Unless there is an issue with your sc

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
March 23, 2016

Answer: You can cut or shave your head after your skin has healed. You're at six months post op. Unless there is an issue with your sc

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
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February 9, 2017

Answer: 6 Months Shave

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February 9, 2017

Answer: 6 Months Shave

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Answer: Shaving after FUE

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