Most patients recover within 7–10 days. Scabs naturally fall off, redness fades within two weeks, and you can resume normal activity soon after.

You can gently wash your hair after 4 days using a mild shampoo and lukewarm water. Avoid rubbing or using high water pressure for the first week.

Yes. Temporary shedding (“shock loss”) is completely normal 2–3 weeks after surgery. Your transplanted follicles stay healthy and begin regrowth after 2–3 months.

You can wear a loose-fitting hat after 7 days, but avoid tight headwear or helmets for at least 2–3 weeks.

Light exercise is fine after 10–14 days. Avoid heavy lifting, sweating, or contact sports for at least 2 weeks to protect grafts.

Avoid direct sunlight for 3–4 weeks. Use a loose hat or clinic-approved sunscreen if outdoors during the healing phase.

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy helps strengthen grafts and speed recovery. Many patients choose 2–3 sessions within the first six months for better results.

Early growth starts around 3 months, with full density visible after 9–12 months. Hair continues to thicken for up to 18 months post-op.

Avoid scratching, alcohol, smoking, saunas, swimming, or direct sun exposure in the first few weeks after surgery.

Mild redness and swelling are normal for a few days. If you experience persistent pain, discharge, or fever, contact Liverpool Hair Transplant Clinics immediately.