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I Finally Did the Hair Transplant. South Africa, ZA
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So I finally decided to go and do the hair...
LeighSA81September 4, 2015
WORTH IT$3,200
So I finally decided to go and do the hair transplant.
I was just tired of buying all the fly by night dreams people waa selling me. I went to hair options for laser for 3 months and i told the doctor i wanted to do the hair transplant cause i didnt see the results he saw. He refuses and said i should continue with treatment which to me was just a waste of my money. I started doing research on Dr's here on reals elf and got Dr Larry's details and contacted him. I went for consultation in Sandton city (Dr is based in Cape Town but consult in Jhb once a month). I was put on a waiting list and got an appointment a week after. I flew down to CapeTown and had the procedure done. Same day was okay no pain just a little discomfort. Day two all was well nothing to worry about. Day 3 got a little swelling and I look like an alien but not painful .Let's see the progress in a few months I will update in December again
I was just tired of buying all the fly by night dreams people waa selling me. I went to hair options for laser for 3 months and i told the doctor i wanted to do the hair transplant cause i didnt see the results he saw. He refuses and said i should continue with treatment which to me was just a waste of my money. I started doing research on Dr's here on reals elf and got Dr Larry's details and contacted him. I went for consultation in Sandton city (Dr is based in Cape Town but consult in Jhb once a month). I was put on a waiting list and got an appointment a week after. I flew down to CapeTown and had the procedure done. Same day was okay no pain just a little discomfort. Day two all was well nothing to worry about. Day 3 got a little swelling and I look like an alien but not painful .Let's see the progress in a few months I will update in December again
Replies (11)
September 7, 2015
Hi. How many grafts did you have done?
December 23, 2015
Hi leigh, glad to hear you got your procedure and the stages are moving along. Im interested in the same procedure. Do you live in africa or did you go there forthe procedure. I know if i did it overseas it would definitely be cheaper than nyc, but sometimes cheaper isnt always the way to go. I would love to get some more feedback when you have the time. I can definitely relate to your previous frustrations. Take care and good luck.
May 4, 2017
Hi Simone
Yes I'm in South Africa in Johannesburf and went and did the transplant in Cape Town
Yes I'm in South Africa in Johannesburf and went and did the transplant in Cape Town
October 20, 2017
I use a a natural shampoo bar. I also use Rogaine foam. My doctor said use it it works and speeds up the growth. I also use Aloe Vera liqued tht I keep in the fridge. Aloe is healing so the doctor said great. I hv a spray bottle tht I use everyday. The cooling feels great on your scalp. So those three things have help change my hair. Try to stop using products tht aren't natural. Oh and hair gummies. I'm in my fifth month and very happy with my results. Okay good luck!
October 21, 2017
Hi babe
The Rogaine was burning my scull so I can’t use it. I will try the aloe. How do you make the liquid?
The Rogaine was burning my scull so I can’t use it. I will try the aloe. How do you make the liquid?
October 21, 2017
I just use Lily of the dessert and I rub that in. That's one aloe liquid Aloe I use is called Fruit of the earth and I keep bothering of them in my fridge. The shampoo bar I use is called Hair Regrowth Anti Dandruff Scalp Exfoliating Chinese Herb Shampoo Bar Soap. You can get it off Amazon or eBay Amazon doesn't always have but eBay has it all the time. Aloe vera at any Walmart or health vitamin shoppe. I had to completely change the way I took care of my hair to get the out come I wanted. The soap or shampoo bar was great in the since because it's all natural along with the Aloe. The Aloe may dry ur hair out that's fine just use an oil you like. And I take hair gummies. Bition I can't take it . Gives me crazy bad skin. So the gummies has bioton in it but a low dose. I know how you feel. It's something I've struggled with most of my life, so I can relate. Prey also if that's something you do. And drink lots of water oh and I drink kale and spinach fruit smoothies that I make. I want to get all the vitamins I can't get from the pill. I also use a silk pillow case again you can get off Amazon. Well GOOD LUCK!
October 23, 2017
UPDATED FROM LeighSA81
1 month post
The frustration phase
LeighSA81October 23, 2015
So it's been almost 2 months since the operation and this is the most frustrating phase ever. Because of the way the hair was cut you can't do styles and I find it easier to wear wigs which I slip on in the morning when I go out and take off when I'm home.
But I took a few pictures this morning as I felt that the hair wasn't growing back instead the hair that was there is the hair that was growing back... judge for yourself. The doctor did tell me that I will see visible results in 4 months so like I said... just frustrated and I'm sure there are people that went through this stage aswell. Let's chat again in 2 months.
But I took a few pictures this morning as I felt that the hair wasn't growing back instead the hair that was there is the hair that was growing back... judge for yourself. The doctor did tell me that I will see visible results in 4 months so like I said... just frustrated and I'm sure there are people that went through this stage aswell. Let's chat again in 2 months.
Replies (4)
February 24, 2016
I can relate! I am also female, and I just had my one month anniversary two days ago. I wear my wig for a few hours a day, but it's itchy and I feel conspicuous. I'm looking forward to having my final results! Thanks for your posts... They're very helpful!
January 6, 2017
Hair options have done a failed transplant on me years ago costing a small fortune at the time. This was after I tried and am still trying to cover scars form a stitched-on so called "medically approved" system 30 or more years ago.
These scars will be there till the day I die and I regret ever trying these two surgeries at Hair Options and I am sure I am not alone.
These scars will be there till the day I die and I regret ever trying these two surgeries at Hair Options and I am sure I am not alone.
May 4, 2017
Sorry about that. They THINK they know best I felt forced to do that stupid laser luckily I paid for 3 months only and not 6 and I just never returned
UPDATED FROM LeighSA81
3 months post
4 months progress
LeighSA81December 19, 2015
Hi there
I thought I would just update you on my progress. I did my procedure on the 2nd of September 2015. It's the 19th of December today and this is my progress....
I still feel frustrated and wanted to cut all my hair off for all the hair to grow together but decided against it. (Not sure how long I will be able to sustain)
I just wish I was at the end result already cause I'm still frustrated with the fact that I can't do much with my hair and that I have to use wigs. I'm sure for men it's much easier.
But I still don't regret doing it and I can't wait to see the end result
I thought I would just update you on my progress. I did my procedure on the 2nd of September 2015. It's the 19th of December today and this is my progress....
I still feel frustrated and wanted to cut all my hair off for all the hair to grow together but decided against it. (Not sure how long I will be able to sustain)
I just wish I was at the end result already cause I'm still frustrated with the fact that I can't do much with my hair and that I have to use wigs. I'm sure for men it's much easier.
But I still don't regret doing it and I can't wait to see the end result
Replies (1)
May 7, 2017
It is not easier for men, get ridiculed way more being a man when getting hair procedure completed.
Thank you for sharing your experience, and for including your awesome photos, I love how you take us right into the operation room with you! I am excited to see your progress and I look forward to your review updates. What method of hair transplant did you have?
No problem, thanks for your reply. I've moved you over to the FUE community.