Table of Contents
- Challenges/differences of Hair transplant for Africans in Istanbul
- African hair types
- Causes of African Hair Loss: Who is a Suitable Candidate for Afro Hair Transplant in Istanbul?
- What are the main techniques used for Afro hair transplant in Istanbul?
- African hair care
- How successful is Afro hair restoration in Türkiye?
- How can hair loss caused by psychological stress be treated with non-medication or surgical methods?
African hair, with its distinctive curls and unique structure, is a jewel of natural beauty that adds a special character to the appearance of African descent. However, losing this unique type of hair represents a great challenge for many due to the complexity of its structure and the difficulty of dealing with it in traditional hair transplant operations.
Most often it seems that men with afro hair prefer to shave their heads if they have extensive baldness, but sometimes the look doesn't suit everyone's face. It also seems that the vast majority of women with African hair are looking for solutions such as wearing a wig to cover baldness, which can be especially annoying during warm weather or when exercising. These reasons are causing more people of African descent to consider undergoing a hair transplant.
The hair transplant procedure is more complicated than that for people of other ethnicities due to the curly hair and the root itself. Here comes the role of hair transplant clinics in Türkiye, which have sufficient experience to understand these matters.
At Rimo Hair Clinic, we perform more Afro hair transplant in Istanbul with a team of surgeons who are experts in dealing with different types of hair and we are among the very few hair transplant clinics specialized in this matter.
Challenges/differences of Hair transplant for Africans in Istanbul
This type of hair, scientifically known as (Afro hair), belongs to the category of less growth compared to other types of hair, as it grows parallel to the scalp and curls around itself, creating a dense appearance.
What are the unique characteristics that distinguish African hair from other types?
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Comparison |
Afro hair |
Other hair types |
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Front hairline |
It tends to be straight and less curved |
The front line is U- or M-shaped. |
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The lateral area at the temples (near the front of the ear) |
It is full and clearly connected to the rest of the hair and doesn’t fall back easily. |
They suffer from noticeable sagging at the temples with age. |
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Challenge: Afro hair transplant in Istanbul requires special precision in designing the front line so that it appears natural and proportional to the African features. |
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Follicles |
Curly hair follicles curl up under the skin. |
The hair follicles are smooth to soft and easier to deal with. |
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Challenge: The nature of hair follicles may make the procedure very difficult to extract follicles individually without damaging or destroying them. |
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We find from the above that A hair transplant clinic needs a highly skilled transplant surgeon, and it also needs skilled, qualified and experienced assistants. At Rimo Hair Clinic we’ll ensure that these are combined and the correct tools and technology are used to separate the follicles making them suitable for transplantation.
Finally, during the transplantation process, the transplant surgeon needs to use his artistic and technical skills to determine the area where the hair follicles will be transplanted, taking into account how close each hair is to any other hair due to the curly nature of the hair, and ensuring that the correct tools are used to ensure that no large incisions are made, which in turn reduces the risk of scarring.
To book your initial consultation, contact via WhatsApp the best Afro hair transplant clinic in Istanbul.
African hair types
African descent mainly has curly and coily hair, with variations influenced by genetic, environmental and cultural factors.
The hair classification system, popularized by stylist Andre Walker, classifies hair into four main types:
Type 1: straight hair
Type 2: Wavy hair
Type 3: Curly hair
Type 4: Coiled hair
Afro hair is usually classified into Type 3 and Type 4, with subcategories (a, b, c) describing how tight or loose the curls are. These subcategories are important for understanding the diversity in black hair texture.
- Type 4 Hair: Characterized by tightly coiled, or curly styles, it is most common among blacks. Subcategories include 4a (tightly coiled with defined curls), 4b (less defined curls with a more zigzag pattern), and 4c (tight curls with minimal definition).
- Type 3 Hair: Characterized by a loose curly or spiral pattern, often seen in African societies.
- Type 2 hair: shows wavy patterns, which is less common but still found among blacks.
Type 4A to 4C hair is the hardest to manage of all hair types and requires a lot of care, but it is also one of the most flexible hair types in terms of hairstyles. Many complex hairstyles can be done on type 3 and 4 hair, which may be very difficult to achieve on fine textures. The results of Afro hair transplant show greater success due to the nature of the hair, which gives a thick appearance, as we mentioned, in addition to the surgeon’s experience in dealing with this rare and distinctive type of hair.
This is what we find with Rimo Hair Clinic surgeons, the best Afro hair transplant clinic in Istanbul. Book your consultation now via WhatsApp.
Causes of African Hair Loss: Who is a Suitable Candidate for Afro Hair Transplant in Istanbul?
It is obvious that every person who has a donor area with dense hair and an area in need of hair transplantation, such as cases of receding frontal hair in women and men, needs this operation at our Rimo Hair clinic, but the basic success remains dependent on two important factors:
- Determine the real cause of hair loss during an initial consultation with the clinic’s surgeons and inspect the donation areas on the scalp of the person suffering from hair loss.
- Experience in transplanting and restoring Afro hair in Türkiye is essential to obtain results that mimic natural hair.
The following cases are the main causes of hair loss in Africans:
- Constant pulling of the hair while styling it (braids) causes what is called traction alopecia.
- Exposure to shock or psychological stress.
- Androgenic alopecia.
- Systemic lupus erythematosus.
- Lichen planopilaris.
What are the main techniques used for Afro hair transplant in Istanbul?
After listening to your concerns through your initial consultation with Rimo Hair Clinic specialists and giving the appropriate diagnosis, it will be decided whether you need a hair transplant or not regarding the decision to perform the operation:
It will proceed smoothly using the following techniques, after applying local anesthesia using the following techniques that distinguish us:
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Technology |
the explanation |
Advantages for African hair |
Suitable cases |
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FUE (follicular unit extraction) technique |
It depends on extracting hair follicles one by one using precise tools, preserving them, and then preparing them for transplantation in areas suffering from hair loss. |
Specialized tools are used in order to properly deal with curly roots and thus reduce damage, and this ensures that the vitality of the follicles is maintained. |
Suitable for all types of hair loss, especially for large areas that need extensive coverage. |
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DHI (direct hair transplantation) technique |
It relies on the use of a special implant pen (Choi Pen) that allows follicles to be planted directly in the desired area. |
This technique is fast and of high quality, ensuring that the risk of scars is reduced thanks to the absence of the need to open channels and make surgical incisions. |
It is used for different cases of hair loss such as improving the hairline or filling small/large gaps, and requires high expertise to achieve satisfactory results for African hair. |
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Sapphire technology |
It relies on the use of a fine blade made of sapphire or ceramic. It requires opening channels in the recipient area before planting the extracted follicles. |
A technique for all types of African hair, regardless of the type, like the previous two. |
Also suitable for types of hair loss, it requires more time compared to the Choi DHI pen technique. |
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Afro hair transplant in Istanbul |
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African hair care
Many people are concerned about the aftercare period for African hair transplantation. The recovery period is usually the same as for any other type of hair and should take up to two weeks.
You will need to wait at least five days until you can wash your hair, which will help get rid of the signs of surgery. When washing, it is recommended to use natural shampoos that foam and contain ingredients such as argan oil and vitamin B5 (Panthenol), which helps speed up healing.
For more advice on this topic, please contact the support team via WhatsApp to obtain the instructions you desire.
How successful is Afro hair restoration in Türkiye?
African hair transplantation in Istanbul is considered successful for men and women, as the natural curl of the hair will give the impression of amazing hair density. This can be very beneficial after the transplant as the result will be much better than a similar transplant for other hair types.
Aside from the challenges and difficulties that come with this type of transplantation, African hair restoration can be just as successful as any other ethnicity, provided it is performed with the right tools and a high level of experience and that is what you find at our Remo Hair Clinic.
How can hair loss caused by psychological stress be treated with non-medication or surgical methods?
There are many ways you can help manage stress, such as trying relaxation techniques and working on a healthy diet and exercise routine.
Stress is something we all experience in our lives, and it can be difficult to avoid but by taking a few steps in the right direction, you can not only help reduce your stress levels, but you can also help improve your chances of avoiding hair loss.
Book your ticket now and enjoy a treatment trip unlike any other in the world with Rimo Hair Clinic, which is distinguished by providing the best results of Afro hair transplant in Istanbul. Contact via WhatsApp for a free consultation!
