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At Hair of Istanbul, individuals aged 18 to 60 who experience genetic, hormonal, or stress-related hair loss or who have a naturally wide forehead are evaluated as potential candidates for a hair transplant. A thorough medical assessment, including donor-area analysis and hairline planning, ensures the indication and expectations are set correctly before any procedure.
What the procedure involves: Healthy follicles are harvested from the donor area (typically the occipital/nape region) and implanted into thinning or bald zones using micro-surgical techniques. All procedures are performed in a sterile hospital environment by expert physicians and an experienced medical team, following international safety standards.
Personalized design and technique selection: We design the hairline to match facial proportions, age, and hair characteristics. Depending on the patient’s needs and hair type, we apply advanced methods such as FUE for extraction and DHI, Sapphire, or SLIT for implantation used as complementary tools rather than one-size-fits-all solutions. This approach supports high precision, natural direction/angle, and a comfortable recovery.
Why it works: Transplanted hair follicles taken from the permanent donor zone are typically resilient to miniaturization, supporting natural regrowth and long-term durability. When combined with meticulous planning and post-operative care, a hair transplant offers a safe and effective pathway to fuller hair that looks authentic in everyday light and motion.
Care beyond the operation: Our process includes pre-operative evaluation, clear guidance on medications and washing, and structured follow-up. Patients receive transparent instructions for sleeping position, activity resumption, and scalp care to promote uneventful healing and the best cosmetic outcome.
Pre-Operative Process
Your Hair of Istanbul journey begins before you arrive in Turkey. Our team organizes every detail on your behalf, including photo evaluation, appointment scheduling, hotel booking, and airport transfers. Upon arrival in Istanbul, a personal hair analysis and hairline design are carried out by our specialists.
Pre-operative assessments include cardiologist checks and anesthesiologist evaluation, ensuring your safety and peace of mind.
We prioritize a comfortable, secure, and personalized approach to every patient.
Hotel & VIP
Transfer Services
After your booking is confirmed; all transfers are arranged via private VIP vehicles, you’ll enjoy a 5-star sea-view hotel stay, our HOI consultants are available 24/7 to assist you at every step.
Consultation & Guidance
Before scheduling your surgery, your donor and recipient areas are assessed by specialists through submitted photos. Once your reservation is confirmed, your dedicated patient representative will guide you with all necessary pre-op details and instructions.
Pre-Op Guidelines & Restrictions
Avoid alcohol for at least 1 week before the procedure, reduce smoking as much as possible, you may have a light breakfast on the day of surgery, and inform your consultant about any medications, scalp conditions, or allergies.
During the Procedure
Performed under local anesthesia, the FUE technique allows for a pain-free and comfortable experience. The surgery typically lasts 6–8 hours.
Procedure Steps:
- Donor Area Preparation: The back of the head is shaved and numbed with local anesthesia.
- Graft Extraction: Hair follicles are individually extracted using a micromotor.
- Channel Opening: Tiny incisions (channels) are created in the recipient area, following the natural direction of hair growth.
- Graft Placement: Extracted grafts are carefully implanted into the opened channels.
Every step is carried out with precision to ensure dense and natural-looking results
Natural Hairline Design
Hairline design is the first and most critical step in hair transplantation. At Hair of Istanbul, we design a natural and age-appropriate hairline, based on the patient’s facial structure and donor area capacity. The goal is to achieve a harmonious, aesthetic, and long-term appearance.
Graft Extraction
(FUE)
One of the most important stages is the correct extraction of grafts. Follicles must be removed with the surrounding tissue, without damaging the skin. This method known as FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) must only be performed by skilled professionals.
Channel
Opening
As important as hairline design and graft extraction, channel opening directly influences the final result. Hair naturally grows at certain angles, and our HOI medical team carefully replicates this by opening channels that match the original direction, ensuring a natural and aesthetic finish.
First Night After the Hair Transplant
After surgery, both donor and recipient areas become highly sensitive.
Residual anesthesia fluids in the body make sudden movements or head impacts risky, potentially dislodging grafts and compromising the results.
It is strongly advised to sleep semi-upright using a travel pillow on the first night. This reduces swelling and protects the grafts.
Our team will:
- Share detailed care instructions
- Be available 24/7 for emergencies
Following your doctor’s and consultant’s instructions strictly is key to a successful healing process.
Post-Operative Process
Healing begins immediately after FUE hair transplant. Some redness, swelling, or scabbing may occur in donor and recipient areas but typically resolves in a few days.
- Sleep semi-upright on the first night
- No hair washing for the first 3 days
- Gentle washing from days 4–10
- Avoid sun exposure, sea, and sports for the first month
Post-Transplant Hair Care Products
Hair of Istanbul uses a specialized Kerastase product line, selected by experts to support healthy and fast hair growth. Your personalized product set will be delivered before you leave the clinic, along with detailed usage instructions from your patient coordinator.
Continuous Support with HOI
Hair growth begins after the operation, but final results take 9–12 months, with full density achieved around 13–15 months. During this period, Hair of Istanbul stays in touch, providing regular updates and ensuring 100% patient satisfaction.
