How Aloe Vera Gel Promotes Hair Growth After Transplant
Individual hair harvesting methods are the most permanent and modern treatments for male pattern baldness – known as androgenic alopecia. FUE, DHI and Unshaven FUE are the most popular surgeries in this manner. For bald scalps, they provide life-long solutions — with an average duration of 15 years.
- Critical healing period of hair transplants usually takes 3-4 months. The first 90 days are crucial so intense care is required. However, you’ll feel much more comfortable after 3 months. Some natural products like aloe vera help the hair grow faster during recovery. [1]
Basically, aloe vera moisturizes the sensitive skin, helps the implanted grafts grow faster by maintaining a pH-balanced environment. In this article, you’ll learn the benefits of aloe vera gels on transplanted hair and post-surgery care with aloe vera extracts.
Why is Aloe Vera Gel Ideal for Hair Transplant Recovery?
The antioxidant properties of Aloe vera are beneficial for post-hair transplant care [2]. Hair transplant procedures like FUE, DHI, NeoGrafting, and Unshaven Graft Extraction cause inflammation and oxidative stress. However, Aloe vera can help reduce. 🌵
Aloe vera aids recovery after a hair transplant surgery by:
- Reduces inflammation and oxidative stress. Its antioxidants may speed healing and provide healthier hair follicles.
- Promotes healthy skin and hair regrowth. Aloe Vera helps keep a balanced pH, which supports graft growth and survival.
- Faster healing. By improving circulation and reducing oxidative stress, Aloe Vera helps the scalp to heal quickly.
So, all in all, aloe vera’s antioxidant effects make it a great help for hair transplant recovery, boosting graft survival, skin health and general healing.
Benefits of Aloe Vera Gel for Transplanted Hair
Aloe Vera is an excellent hair loss cure for soothing, anti-inflammatory and moisturising effects on scalp. [2] There are a list of benefits of Aloe vera gel for transplanted hair follicles:
Antioxidant Protection
Aloe Vera contains “antioxidants” that can help protect hair follicles from oxidative stress and free-radical damage. Thus, it can promote healthier hair growth and protect implanted grafts from external damages.
2. Decreases Blood Glucose
The extract’s ability to lower blood glucose and improve overall circulation may help to increase nutrient supply. Thus, hair growth after transplantation can be faster.
3. Reduce Inflammation
Aloevera has anti-inflammatory properties that can help to reduce inflammation of the scalp following a hair transplant, which promotes healing and faster recovery.
4. Improved Skin Health
It may increase levels of reduced glutathione and other antioxidant enzymes in tissues. Therefore, it may help maintain an optimal environment for transplanted hair’s growth.
5. Hydration and Nourishment
Aloe vera gel is known for its moisturizing effect. It can hydrate the scalp all the way round.
6. Promoting Scalp Healing
A healthy scalp means successful hair growth for post-transplant healing. Its natural enzymes help to cleanse the scalp by removing dead skin cells & excess sebum. So, this results with an improved scalp circulation and a better environment for transplanted follicles to thrive. On top of that, Aloe Vera helps to soothe head itch and decrease the risk of post-procedure infection.
7. Preventing Hair Breakage
These benefits indicate that Aloe vera gel extract could complement hair transplant treatments by improving scalp health, accelerating healing, and providing a nourishing environment for transplanted hair.
Important Tips About Aloe Vera After Hair Replacement
- Always consult your surgeon before using aloe vera extracts after a transplant.
- Only start using aloe vera after the initial healing period (usually after the first 10-14 days).
- Do not apply excessive pressure when you massage the aloe vera on your scalp.
Clinical Studies on Aloe Vera’s Effectiveness for Hair Growth
Numerous studies have investigated the advantages of aloe vera in hair loss treatments. A 2016 study published in the Journal of Dermatological Treatment revealed the anti-inflammatory effects of aloe vera. Moreover, the research has proved its ability to boost the healing process in patients who have undergone hair transplant operations. [3]
Furthermore, another study published in the International Journal of Trichology has findings supporting the nourishing and healing effect of aloe vera on the scalp. [4]
How to Apply Aloe Vera Gel After Hair Transplant Surgery?
- Aloe Vera Gel Application
- Wait 4 days after your surgery to apply the gel extract to your donor site.
- Apply Perseus Aloe Vera Gel to the scalp on your donor area.
- Leave on for 20-30 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water.
Repeat 2-3 times a week, you can use it for transplanted areas after 2 weeks.
- Aloe Vera Shampoo and Conditioner
- Use aloe vera-infused shampoos and conditioners.
- Check the ingredients of products to be sure they are free of harsh chemicals.
- Cleanse your scalp with them, they will help you clean the skin without stripping moisture.
- Aloe Vera Oil Massage
- Massage aloe vera oil into the scalp in circular motions.
- As you massage, blood circulation to the area will increase and the hair follicles will be nourished with blood.
- Continue to do this at regular intervals to help aloe vera strengthen your hair.
Alternatives to Aloe Vera Gel for Hair Transplant Care
Aloe Vera penetrates the skin better, especially with its gel formula, nourishing the hair follicles and moisturising the dried skin after surgery. In this form, it is a very powerful natural antioxidant and moisturiser. There is no alternative that can provide this effect of aloe vera on hair health. However, some specially formulated hair serums and hair oils provide a similar nourishing and moisturising effect. Aloe vera hair gels, which help refresh your hair follicles, are especially ideal for those who have itching after hair transplantation.
Q&A about Aloe Vera Gel After Hair Transplant
When is aloe vera used after hair transplantation?
Wait a minimum of 4 days to use aloe vera gel on the donor area where your hair was removed and 2 weeks for the transplantation area called recipient area. However, make sure that the product you use is suitable for the ‘post-surgery recovery’ process.
What can aloe vera gel achieve on the hair?
Aloe Vera can do 💪
- Relieves itching.
- Eliminates skin dryness.
- Accelerates blood circulation to hair follicles.
- It can make hair grow faster.
Aloe Vera cannot do ❌
- It cannot work miracles.
- It can’t stop hair loss on its own.
- It cannot meet the vitamin needs of the scalp such as Vitamin E, Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid), Vitamin B7 (Biotin), Vitamin F and Vitamin K alone.
Is aloe vera washed after application?
If you use the plant directly, yes, you should wash it. However, since Perseus aloe vera gel is produced for after hair transplantation, you do not need to wash it. For different gels and creams, please follow the instructions on the box and consult your hair transplant specialist before use.
Sources
- Rajasekaran, S., Sivagnanam, K., Ravi, K., & Subramanian, S. (2004). Hypoglycemic Effect of Aloe vera Gel on Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetes in Experimental Rats. Journal of Medicinal Food, 7(1), 61–66. https://doi.org/10.1089/109662004322984725
- Rajasekaran, S., Sivagnanam, K., & Subramanian, S. (2005). Antioxidant effect of Aloe vera gel extract in streptozotocin-induced diabetes in rats [Review of Antioxidant effect of Aloe vera gel extract in streptozotocin-induced diabetes in rats]. Pharmacological Reports, 90–96.
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