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How does the process after hair transplant? After 7 days wash and more

After Hair Transplant

The definitive and permanent solution to hair loss, which is one of the most important problems of men today, is hair transplantation. However, following the surgeon's instructions and applying the necessary care procedures during the post-operative recovery process will ensure that you get the maximum efficiency from your hair transplant operation.

Post operative care is typically determined for the first year and is continued with special procedures on certain days and months. In this comprehensive article, we aim to explain what you should do after the operation.

Hair transplant day by day development

Day One - Day of Operation

At the end of the operation, the back of your head is covered with the help of a bandage to protect your donor area and you are given a basic painkiller to relieve your pain. Hair transplant recovery day by day. Generally, patients are kept under observation for a few hours after hair transplant and are advised to rest. There may be headache and swelling on the first day, painkillers given by the doctor will help this situation.

You should rest for a few days after surgery, take care of your head and keep your head upright. Putting a brace under the head while sleeping helps reduce swelling and pain.

In this process, the inflatable neck pillow we offer to our patients as the Istanbul Vita family allows them to rest and adapt more comfortably.

 Hair transplant in Istanbul Vita clinic

Second day

On the second day of hair transplantation, the patient should go to the clinic, the bandage in the donor area should be checked and opened by the hospital staff, and cream should be applied to the wound area. Compresses can also be applied for swelling and pain for the first few days.

Third day

The first wash is done a few days after the operation by the doctor or nurses in the clinic on the instructions of the doctor. The washing process should be done delicately and carefully with a special shampoo, and then the patient should wash gently and carefully using a special paraben-free and organic shampoo. Post-operative washing ensures healthy healing and adhesion of the hair follicles.

The first wash of your hair in Istanbul Vita is done by the doctor in the special washing rooms in the clinic, and Istanbul Vita special shampoo is used for this. Then, shampoo and special care set are given to the patient to be used in the ongoing healing process. The specialist doctor also gives information and instructions on how to wash your hair afterwards.

Hair Transplant First 10 days

We can say that the hair transplant first 10 days are the most important period for hair to grow healthier and in the desired way.

In the first days, you should not do heavy physical work, rest, stay away from activities such as sports, sauna and pool. If you do not do too much physical work for the first 3 days, you can return to work.

Pain and swelling continue in the first week after hair transplant operation, and from the 5th day to the 15th day, processes such as crusting and shedding may begin. These are all considered part of the healing process. During this period, the hair should be washed as recommended by the doctor and the transplanted areas should be carefully cleaned. After the first wash, the head should be washed every day for 10 days.

Extreme care should be taken during washing and the doctor's instructions should be followed.

As Istanbul Vita, we share with you the instructions given by our doctor step by step:

Instructions for washing hair properly

  • First of all, the hair should be washed with tampon movements for the first 10 days.
  • First, the hair is foamed and waited for 20-30 minutes without touching it
  • Then it is necessary to gently wash it with warm water with buffer movements.
  • Then the whole head is shampooed and washed in the same way.
  • 10 days after hair transplant, the residual hair should be washed by massaging for up to 15 days.

From the 7th day, swelling decreases significantly, crusting continues to occur in the donor and recipient areas. Shedding of scabs after hair transplant is a normal result. When washing, you should be careful not to touch the shells. Light touches 7 days after hair transplant are not a problem.

If you follow all the instructions of the doctor and do the necessary care properly and on time, your healing process and result will be as good as you expect. Long-term care and follow-up hair transplant after is also important. Regular check-ups should be done as recommended by the doctor and, if necessary, additional supplements or treatments should be taken.

Hair transplant after 10 days

As we mentioned, crusting and shedding are possible for the first 5- 15 days after hair transplant. In this process, you should avoid irritating movements such as tearing wounds, touching the head area too much, wearing a hat, and you should be very careful about your head and take care not to hit somewhere.

Everything returns to normal 15 days after hair transplant.
The shedding of the crusts should be completed 15 days after hair transplant. Therefore, you should make the crusts fall off by massaging 10 days after hair transplantation.

10 days after hair transplant, usually within 10-14 days, the crusts begin to fall off spontaneously and the hair follicles begin to heal. During this period, you should not scratch and pluck unless the crusts fall off on their own. Forced removal or scratching of crusts adversely affects the healing process. By the 14th day, you should have already completed the crusting process. After the crusting process is completed, you can no longer use the foam used during washing on your scalp.

2 weeks after hair transplant (14 days after hair transplant)

Although the healing process still continues, the discomfort experienced hair transplant after decreases. You can now return to your normal life, daily activities, and previous sleeping position.The effects begin to decrease 14 days after hair transplant operation.

“Shock Loss”

"Shock Loss" is sudden hair loss after hair transplant . It usually starts 2 weeks after hair transplant and can last up to 2 months. The reason for this is the trauma applied to the hair follicles during hair surgery. This condition, which is seen with the loss of existing or newly transplanted hair in the transplanted area, is the typical and expected aspect of healing. A large number of patients ask about ways to prevent this hair loss, but unfortunately this is not possible. The fact that this hair loss has been experienced does not mean that the operation has failed. In fact, "Shock Loss" shedding usually indicates that your hair is growing in a healthy way. It is a temporary shedding and the hair follicles continue to grow and grow again after completing the healing process. Your hair will then grow back in a thick and natural way.

1 month after hair transplant

1 month after hair transplant , you should protect your hair and be careful. You can start your physical activities and sports. In this process, you should protect your scalp from sunburn. At the same time, you should not neglect your care and wash your hair carefully and protect your scalp from skin irritations. Your hair will now start to grow, but it will take a few more months to get the results you want.

After 1 month, you can now use a dryer and smooth some areas with scissors. Again, hair loss may continue during this period, it is not a cause for concern, some patients may experience hair loss during this period.

8 weeks after hair transplant

These are the periods (2 months after hair transplant) when the results of hair operation are more visible. In the second and third months, hair loss stops completely, your hair gradually begins to grow back, and your new natural hair begins to grow. During these months, your scalp is on the way to heal and redness, swelling and crusting should heal completely during this period.

The recovery period is 8 weeks after hair transplant. After 3 months, hair gradually begins to grow. The 8 weeks after hair transplant is described as a waiting period.

From the third month, you can send your photos hair transplant before and after. Throughout the article, we share with you the hair transplant before and after photos of our patients who underwent hair transplant operations in Istanbul Vita.

Hair transplant Before and After Istanbul Vita

6 months after hair transplant

6 months after hair transplant , the hair becomes prominent and has a thicker appearance. 6 months after hair transplant , 50-60% of your transplanted hair will have grown and this indicates that you will now have a regular hairstyle.

9 months after hair transplant

9 months after hair transplant , hair and all changes begin to appear clearly. The hair follicles heal completely and you will gradually regain your natural and full hair. In this month, most of the hair grows and the hairline is reshaped and becomes visible. During this period, 70% of the hair that will grow will grow. And if the desired result has not been achieved, if a second session is required, it is necessary to plan it at this time. Hair transplant after 9 months you will now start to see the results of the operation clearly.

Hair transplant Before and After Istanbul Vita

Growth and development of hair after 1 year in hair transplant

1 year after hair transplant , it is usually a period when all the hair grows and the results are seen. In this period, when the patients are most satisfied, 90% of the hair will have grown. Now, in this period when the results are fully obtained, you can take your photos hair transplant before and after look at the visible difference.

Hair transplant Before and After Istanbul Vita

What happens during the hair transplant process?

  • First doctor's check-up
  • First wash
  • Aches and pains
  • Crusting and shedding
  • Hair loss
  • Healing process
  • Stabilization of Results
  • Regular hair care
  • Doctor's Checks
  • Satisfaction and excellent results

What should be done after hair transplant? What should be considered after the operation?

  • Following the doctor's instructions
  • Protecting the head, not bump something
  • Paying attention to the sleeping position
  • Using the neck pillow offered by Istanbul Vita
  • Sports, Sauna, Swimming Pool avoiding intense physical activities
  • Staying away from stress, adrenaline, sweating, sexual intercourse.
  • Not consuming alcohol or cigarettes to achieve more effective results
  • And healthy eating, taking food supplements if necessary
  • Taking care of the cleanliness of the scalp
  • Not playing with the shells, not tearing them off
  • Protecting the scalp from the sun, not wearing a hat for a while

In addition to these, of course, it is necessary to listen to the special instructions that your doctor tells you and pay attention to what is said.

Washing for after hair transplant

As we mentioned above, the first wash is done by the doctor and is very important. In order to remove the crusting and dried blood in the donor area, washing is done immediately after a few days in hair transplant, thus eliminating the risk of infection.

If you do the next washes by following the instructions of the specialist doctor, you will not have any problems.

What is the best shampoo for after hair transplant?

The content of the shampoo to be used to wash the hair after hair transplant should be completely natural and organic, and should not contain perfume, paraben, alcohol or aggressive chemicals. 

Patients who have hair operation at Istanbul Vita Clinic are given special shampoo and lotion to Istanbul Vita. This shampoo is used both in the first wash and then given as a gift to the patient for his own use. If you use this shampoo and lotion and medications regularly, the quality of your treatment process will increase and your recovery time will decrease.

Istanbul Vita Shampoo

How often do you need to wash your hair after a hair transplant?

During the hair transplant first 10 days, the hair should be washed. You can use the special hair transplant lotion and shampoo given to you in this process. After 15 days, when the scabs begin to disappear gradually, you can switch to lighter shampoos. If the crusting still continues, you can continue to use it until the 20th day.

What should you pay attention to when washing after hair transplantation?

For the first 5 days, the hair should be washed without touching the grafts, only the foam should be applied and rinsed by waiting. Hair should be washed with warm water. At first, the hair should be washed carefully. Hair transplant after 2 weeks with low water pressure, you can start showering normally 1 month after hair transplant.

Care after hair transplant.

Lotion after hair transplant

STEP 1: Apply the Lotion

You should use the Istanbul Vita special lotion, which is given to you during the post-hair transplant care time, only for the donor area in the first week, and for both the donor area and the transplanted areas in the second week. When using the lotion, attention should be paid to the direction of the transplanted grafts and you should be sensitive to the transplanted area, you should apply the lotion to your head, wait for 1 hour and rinse.

STEP 2: Using the Best Shampoo and Rinsing After Hair Transplant

After rinsing the lotion, you can apply the shampoo given for post hair transplantation to your scalp by combining it with water in a bowl. You can apply the foam to your hair for the first 10 days by applying it and waiting, and the following days by gently massaging your scalp after applying the shampoo.

STEP 3: Drying

Avoid drying your hair with a towel and hair dryer for the first 1 month after hair transplant , this may damage the transplanted hair

Which shampoo and hair care products should you use after hair transplant?

After the surgery, you should use the special shampoo, lotion, day-long spray and moisturizer recommended by your doctor regularly for 6 months.Shampoos and care products with medicinal and special ingredients recommended by the doctor will help your hair grow.


bethantax hair complex serum

Bethantax maintenance kit - bethantax power hair repair set

Bethantax Power hair repair set effective care set is a care set for better healing of hair follicles and supporting hair growth in the 6 month after hair transplantation.

How to use Bethantax Power Anti Hair Loss Shampoo: After soaking your hair with Bethantax Power Anti Hair Loss Shampoo , leave it on for 2 minutes and rinse thoroughly. You can use it once or twice a day after a hair transplant.

How to use Bethantax Ozone Hair Repair Oil: Apply Bethantax Ozone Hair Repair Oil to the scalp three times a week. Massage your scalp until completely absorbed. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes and rinse. Use with Bethantax Power anti-hair loss shampoo and bethantax hair complex serum.

How to use Bethantax Power Vitamin: You can start using it 10 days after hair transplant . Take on an empty stomach in the morning and evening.

How to use Bethantax Power Ozone Repair Serum: Gently massage the serum into your scalp with your fingertips. Do not wash or rinse for at least 20 minutes. You can use it once a day immediately after application to the donor area.

Béthantax Power Serum Set (derma roller after hair transplant): You can use these serums from the 1st month after hair transplantation. Gently move the derma roller over clean scalp (without applying serum) for 5 minutes. Then apply a few drops of serum to your scalp by massaging it with your fingers. Leave the serum on the scalp for 2 days without rinsing and wash your hair 2 days after application.

 Mossi London

Mossi London Istanbul Vita

Use Mossi Anti-Hair Loss Shampoo

Apply Mossi Anti-Hair Loss Shampoo to damp hair. Leave on for 2 minutes and rinse thoroughly. Use once a day or every other day immediately after application.

How to Use Mossi London Vitamins After Hair Transplant?

Start using it 10 days after hair transplant . Take on an empty stomach in the morning and evening.

Use Mossi London Hair Repair Oil

Apply 9-10 drops of Mossi ozonated hair repair oil to the scalp three times a week. Gently massage your scalp until completely absorbed. Let it sit for at least 20 minutes and rinse. Use in combination with Mossi anti-hair loss shampoo.

How to Use Mossi London Ozone Repair Serum?

Use your fingers to gently massage your scalp. Do not wash and rinse for at least 15-20 minutes. Immediately after application, apply locally to the neck area (donor area) 1-2 times a day.

Mossi London Procabello Serum Set ( derma roller after hair transplant)

1 month after hair transplantation, gently run the derma roller on a clean scalp (without applying serum) from left to right for 5 minutes. Then massage 3-4 drops of serum into your scalp with your fingers for full absorption. Leave the serum on the scalp without rinsing for 2 days, and after 2 days, wash the hair and reapply it to the clean scalp in the same way.

How long does it take for hair to grow after hair transplant?

3-4 months after hair transplant , new and healthy hair begins to grow. The telogen phase, which is one of the 2 stages of the growth cycle of the hair, that is, the resting and stagnant period, lasts about 100 days, and after that, the anagen phase, which is the growth phase of the hair, starts again. At this stage, the hair begins to regenerate and grow.

6 months after hair transplant , patients notice that their new hair has become prominent, and 12-18 months after hair transplant , their hair has thickened, strengthened and gained a prominent appearance.

Experience your hair transplant with Istanbul Vita and be happy.

The photos hair transplant before and after used in the article belong to Istanbul Vita patients.

The most important thing for Istanbul Vita is patient satisfaction. Because when patients are happy, Istanbul Vita is also happy.

What happens after a hair transplant?

After hair transplantation, there may be pain and swelling in the first days, and then crusting. These situations are possible and are part of the healing process.All this starts to heal 2 weeks after hair transplant.

How to take care of hair 20 days after hair transplant ?

You still need to protect your head 20 days after hair transplant . Protect from the sun and impacts, clean regularly and gently, and follow your doctor's recommendations.During this period, stay away from products such as cigarettes and alcohol, eat healthy and get food advice if necessary.

What not to do after a hair transplant?

It is recommended to stay away from all care products for the first 10 days after the procedure. Avoid using hair gel or hairspray. You should also avoid using a hair dryer for the first two weeks after hair transplant. It is recommended not to wear coverings such as headscarves and hats for the first 10 days.

When can you derma roll after hair transplant ?

You should not use a derma roller immediately after your hair transplant surgery. This can easily damage or dislodge your grafts and affect the success of your hair transplant. You can start using a derma roller at least a few months after hair transplant.

Hair transplant in Istanbul Vita

People's Comments About Post Hair Transplantation Processes

Our clients’ feedbacks about the processes after hair transplant

I was afraid that I had a hair transplant because I was working in a routine job, but I was able to continue my business life within the 1th day post operation and my hair looked like it had just been shaved. So great for employees.


I had hair transplant in January 2022, I was very scared when I experienced shock loss, because all the transplanted ones fell out. Afterwards, I was relieved when I learned that this is a normal process and that it is completely healthy.


Before I had a hair transplant, I had read a lot of the comments of people who had hair transplants in other places. I thought the process would be worse after hair transplantation, but when I followed the instructions correctly, my process went very smoothly.


I went to have a hair transplant in September 2021, the operation went very well, but a few days after the hair transplant, I started to feel very weak. I immediately contacted my consultant; they said that this is normal and that I should use vitamins regularly after hair transplantation. This situation improved when I used the given vitamins. I recommend this clinic because of its interests.


At first, I hesitated to have a hair transplant. When I reached this clinic, I was informed in detail by the medical consultant, I felt a little relieved. They took care of everything from accommodation to transportation. The day of the operation was very comfortable. One day later, a wash was done by my doctor, and he told me how to do the next washes. My hair started to grow in the 3rd month, everything is fine for now.