Hair mesotherapy delivers blends containing vitamins, minerals, amino acids and similar components superficially into the scalp, across many points. The aim is to support the area where the hair roots sit and to contribute to the condition of the scalp. At his clinic in Nişantaşı, İstanbul, Dr. Levent Ünal plans hair treatments only after assessing what is behind the shedding.
What hair mesotherapy addresses
Hair shedding is not one disease but the shared end point of many causes. Iron and B12 deficiency, thyroid problems, the postpartum period, febrile illness, rapid weight loss, stress, certain medicines and genetic predisposition each produce a different pattern. The cause therefore has to be understood first. Hair mesotherapy is not a standalone answer here; it is one part of a physician led plan. If there is an underlying deficiency, correcting that comes first.
Which areas and situations it covers
- Crown: reduced density and a widening parting.
- Front hairline and temples: thinning.
- The whole scalp where shedding is diffuse.
- Increased shedding after childbirth or a period of intense stress.
- Before and after a hair transplant, within a support plan the physician considers appropriate.
Who it suits
It is considered for people who notice shedding or a drop in hair density and whose blood tests and examination have been reviewed. How long the shedding has gone on, its pattern and the family history all shape the plan directly.
Situations that need closer assessment include pregnancy and breastfeeding, active infection, eczema or psoriasis on the scalp, a bleeding disorder or the use of blood thinning medication, a known allergy to the blend, untreated thyroid disease, and poorly controlled systemic conditions. In some conditions that lead to permanent loss of hair follicles, expectations need to be set differently. Suitability is decided by a medical assessment.
How a session goes
- Assessment: when the shedding started, where it is concentrated and the family history are discussed. Blood tests are requested where needed.
- Preparation: the scalp is cleaned and the treatment areas are marked out.
- Choosing the blend: a nourishing content suited to the scalp is selected.
- Application: the blend is distributed with fine needles, superficially and across many points, over the areas where shedding is seen.
- Follow up: the session interval is planned and the course of the shedding is tracked together throughout.
The treatment is carried out in an outpatient setting and is usually short.
Onset and duration of the effect
Because hair follows its own growth cycle, any change takes time to read. The effect is therefore assessed not after a single session but over months and across the course. The outcome depends on the cause and duration of the shedding, the state of the follicles and the person's general health. If the underlying cause persists, holding on to the result becomes harder. Results vary from person to person, and no outcome can be promised in advance.
Aftercare and what to watch for
- Avoid washing your hair on the first day.
- Do not scratch the scalp, and avoid stiff brushes and combs.
- Postpone hair dye, keratin and similar chemical treatments in the first days.
- Stay away from styles that pull on the roots, such as a tight ponytail.
- Postpone sauna, swimming pools and exercise that makes you sweat heavily for a few days.
Mild tenderness and short lived redness can be felt on the scalp afterwards. This generally settles on its own.
Points that are often confused
Hair mesotherapy is not an alternative to a hair transplant. It does not create new hair where the follicle has been lost entirely. What it does is support the tissue around the follicles that are still there.
Another misconception is expecting the treatment to be enough on its own. Where there is iron deficiency, a thyroid problem or an irregular diet, that is addressed first. Some people also report a temporary increase in shedding after treatment; this should be assessed during a visit.