Can I use Keratin Conditioner after a hair transplant?

Thank you for your question, and I hope you’re doing well in your recovery journey post-transplant. Based on your description and the product shown ("Agiva Two Phase Keratin Conditioner"), here is my professional input:

1. Safety of Use at 10 Months Post-Transplant
At 10 months post-transplant, your grafts should be fully settled, and your hair follicles should be well integrated into the scalp. Using a leave-in conditioner, including keratin-based sprays, is generally considered safe at this stage.

2. Ingredients Review
Looking at the listed ingredients, the product contains:

Silicones (Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone): Help with smoothness and shine. Safe for external hair use and do not affect the hair follicle.

Keratin: Strengthens the hair shaft and improves texture.

Castor Oil Derivative (PEG-40): Moisturizing, non-comedogenic on the scalp in this form.

Mild surfactants and preservatives: (e.g., phenoxyethanol, citric acid, parfum) – typical in cosmetic formulations.

These ingredients do not penetrate the follicle and do not harm transplanted grafts if applied to the hair shaft. They are not known to inhibit growth or cause follicular damage.

3. Key Considerations
Ensure the product is not excessively coating the scalp and is focused on the hair shafts, as build-up on the scalp over time could potentially clog pores.

If you experience scalp irritation, itching, or flaking, consider reducing frequency or checking for sensitivity to fragrance or preservatives.

You may want to use a clarifying shampoo occasionally to remove any residue from repeated silicone-based product use.

Conclusion:
Yes, you can safely continue using this keratin conditioner as described, especially at 10 months post-transplant. It will not harm your transplanted follicles and can help maintain softness and manageability of your growing hair.

Yes — at 10 months post-transplant, your transplanted hair is fully matured and biologically identical to your native hair, so using a leave-in two-phase keratin conditioner is completely safe.

Keratin-based sprays are designed to smooth the hair shaft, reduce frizz, and protect from dryness, and they act only on the external structure of the hair, not the follicle itself.
As long as the product is paraben-free, alcohol-free, and not applied directly to the scalp, it won’t harm the transplanted grafts or inhibit growth.

You can continue using it regularly. In fact, light keratin or amino acid conditioners can improve hair texture and strength after transplant recovery.
If you ever experience scalp irritation or buildup, simply alternate with a mild shampoo rinse.

Dr. Arslan Musbeh
Hair Transplant Surgeon – Founder of Hairmedico
17+ years of experience in FUE, Sapphire FUE, and DHI

This answer has been approved by Dr. Arslan Musbeh. It is not a medical advice.

Thank you for your question. I suggest to wait at least 6 months before using any type of keratin
products for your hair. They may damage hypersensitive skin and insufficiently embedded grafts.

Ten months are more than enough for using hair products. So you can use keratin conditioner or even dye your hair.