Mesotherapy is a technique used to treat chronic hair loss from the application directly to the scalp of substances that stimulate hair growth. The procedure must be performed by a specialized dermatologist after analyzing the scalp.
The number of sessions depends on the intensity of the fall, an interval of 1 week to 15 days between sessions is recommended. The price of mesotherapy varies according to the clinic and severity of baldness, and each session can cost between R $ 200 and R $ 500.00.
When is indicated
Mesotherapy is indicated for men and women who suffer from constant hair loss due to nutritional deficiencies, poor care, stress and even genetic factors, which is the case with alopecia. Find out what alopecia is and main causes.
This procedure is an alternative for those people who have had no results or do not wish to undergo oral treatment to prevent hair loss. However, before mesotherapy is indicated, the dermatologist should make an assessment of the person's scalp to check the degree of baldness and if the root of the hair is dead, which is not indicated.
Mesotherapy is not indicated for pregnant women, breastfeeding women and people who are allergic to any of the substances used in the procedure.
How it is done
Mesotherapy is performed by a specialized dermatologist after evaluating the scalp to check the intensity of hair loss and, thus, define whether this type of treatment is the most suitable and how many sessions are necessary. Usually sessions are held at weekly or fortnightly intervals, depending on the medical evaluation.
The procedure is done first with a cleansing of the region to be treated, followed by the application directly on the scalp, through a fine needle, of substances capable of improving the blood circulation of the region and stimulating the healthy growth of the threads. Usually the applied substance is a mixture of vitamins, amino acids, finasteride and minoxidil, which together promote hair growth and guarantee a beautiful and healthy aspect.
Because it is a procedure performed directly on the scalp, the results are faster than oral treatment. However, as it is an invasive procedure, there may be redness and local swelling, and these effects resolve spontaneously.
Despite being a very effective treatment, it is important that the person adopts healthy habits to prevent hair loss in other places of the head. Check out some foods that prevent hair loss.
