Beards or Facial Hair is the epitome of masculinity. It is taken as the major element that defines what it means to be a man. Growing a beard helps you set yourself apart from the rest of the men. Beards have long been considered symbols of male dominance and sexual virility.

However, beards have other utilities too. 

·         Beards protect your skin from sun damage. They block the harmful UV rays from damaging your skin. But the density and thickness of the beard may vary the degree of protection you get. 

·         Beards add layers to your chin and neck helping you keeps warm in colder weather.

·         Beards make you more attractive and attainable. According to a study by the Official Journal of the Human Behavior and Evolution Society, it was also found that men with full beards are perceived as better fathers.

However, not everyone may be able to grow a beard. People from certain ethnicities have low facial hair as per their genetics and are unable to grow a substantive mustache and beard. Similarly, other people may not be able to grow a beard according to their liking. 

So, what are the options for them to have the desired beard? That’s when a beard transplant or facial hair transplant comes in.

What is a Facial hair transplant? 

A facial hair transplant is a medical technique through which hair is transplanted from a rich area to your face. This can be done for beards and mustaches alike. Generally, there are 3 main types of Facial Hair Transplant 

1.       Beard Hair Transplant: This is the most common facial hair transplant. This requires a proper understanding of the man’s facial dimension to achieve symmetric results. Hair from other parts is implanted into tiny incisions made in the beard region to achieve a full facial hair look. 

2.       Eyebrow Hair Transplant: As eyebrows are an important part of one’s face it affects the overall look of a person. So if the eyebrows have fallen out or is sparse, it is possible to implant soft hair follicle to create a new eyebrow or improve the density and overall look of the eyebrow

3.       Moustache Hair Transplant: A man’s mustache is usually considered his pride so if a mustache fails to grow as expected it is possible to create a fuller and attractive mustache. 

This sounds simple but is a rather extensive process which includes: 

1.       Harvesting: A rich area is identified from which hair grafts can be taken. This can be from parts of your face, under your chin, or from your scalp. The area is first identified and shaved from which grafts are taken. A local anesthetic is applied to ensure you feel no pain in the process. 

2.       Implant: The grafts from the donor area are then transferred to the slits in the area in which you desire the facial hair. The transplant will be done in the shape to which you have agreed before. 

3.       Recovery: After the transplantation is done, the hair falls after a short duration, but regrows and gives a full look after 80-90 days. 

At Folliderm, we leverage the Direct Hair Transplant (DHT) technique for facial hair restoration, which ensures 100% survival of the graft and helps you achieve the desired result. 

A facial Hair Transplant is suitable for 

·         Men with thin or sparse facial hair who desire a denser look

·         Men with scars on their face that have affected their facial hair.

·         Transgender men to reinforce their masculinity 

Everyone can opt for a beard transplant as long as they have healthy hair on the scalp. However, for people with male pattern baldness that are interested in facial hair restoration, the options may be limited. 

Why should you opt for a Facial hair Transplant?

You may still be wondering if a Facial Hair transplant is worth it. Yes, it is, and here are a few reasons why. 

·         You have the complete power to choose the type of beard style you want. Bring with yourself a photo of the desired facial hair structure and the surgeon will ensure you achieve the look.

·         The Direct Hair Transplant technique is minimally invasive and the entire process is nearly painless

·         The recovery time for beard transplant are minimum.  You can continue on with your regular activities the day after. However, proper rest helps in the recovery process. 

·         The beard you get after the transplant is as good as the natural beard. Since the new hair follicles will be permanently grafted you can shave and style your beard as normal.

Whether it may be to hide scars on your face or to achieve a certain style, opting for facial hair restoration can boost your confidence and make you more attractive. 

Things to know before a Facial Hair transplant

Facial hair transplant is a relatively new concept that may be unknown to many people. So, here are a few things you need to know before the transplant process.  

1.       You will be using hair from other parts of the body to achieve the look you desire. 

2.       The beard will fall out once after the transplantation, which is natural. The hair will regrow again and 

3.       You will have to refrain from certain medications and alcohol before the surgery 

4.       As with most surgeries, there are risks of infection and some bleeding, but these are rare in hair transplantation

5.       Book a consultation with a doctor first to know whether or not you are a good candidate and for the doctors to decide where to take the hair from. This helps in avoiding problems with beard color, consistency, and texture. 

It is also important to follow some precautions after your beard transplant. Your doctor may recommend you use antibiotic ointment for your scalp and use. You will need to avoid some activities during the first few days. This includes: 

·         Swimming 

·         Direct Exposure to Sunlight

·         Avoiding strenuous physical activities

·         Excessive touching, rubbing, or scrubbing the transplanted areas. 

Some tips to take better care of your facial hair: 

1.       Let it grow. Put off your razor and let your beard grow. Patience is a must 

2.       Brush your hair at times to ensure all of them grows in the same direction.

3.       Wash facial hair regularly with shampoo or gentle face wash to avoid it from becoming dry and brittle 

4.       Opt for olive oil or other natural oils to keep your beard soft

5.       Eat a healthy diet that promotes the nourishment of hair follicles. 

Facial Hair Transplant at Folliderm:

Facial hairs are a symbol of attractive looks and masculinity while it also represents the freedom from grinding of a daily shave. Few generations ago, beards were not so often but we have come to love growing our whiskers and letting them reach new lengths.

However, for some of us, we may not be able to grow it to the extent we want, due to genetic reasons, injury, or other reasons. Well, there is good news for you - you still can enjoy facial hair with DHT at Folliderm.  

At Folliderm, we specialize in Facial hair restoration through the Direct Hair Transplant technique. The facial hair transplant technique has evolved to the point that the transplanted hair looks and feels natural. 

Our team of experienced doctors understands your desire to get a face full of hair and is adept at aesthetically performing the technique to give you the results you desire.