How much does a hair transplant cost? Nine things you need to know about hair transplants

The cost

The NHS site states a hair transplant in the UK can cost anywhere between £1,000 and £30,000, depending on the extent of hair loss, the type of procedure you have, and the quality of the clinic and its team.

The team at FUE Clinics explained: “The cost of a hair transplant varies from one patient to another and will depend on the individual’s needs and requirements.

“It’s usually impossible to determine the cost of a hair transplant without a consultation with a specialist.

“Pricing will be based on the type of procedure, the extent of the hair loss, and the size of the treatment area.

“For a good quality hair transplant, you should expect to pay around £4,000 to £6,000 for your treatment.”

There are different types of transplant

There are two types of hair transplants – FUT and FUE.

Both FUE and FUT are procedures which are performed by highly specialised surgeons, and while the basic process for each of these is very similar, there are some key differences.

FUE, which stands for Follicular Unit Extraction and is the most discrete method of hair transplant, as you only need to shave the back and sides of the head to prepare for the procedure.

It is also usually the preferred method, as it is minimally invasive and the scarring can be less noticeable than with other methods.

FUT, which stands for Follicular Unit Transfer, involves a surgeon isolating a narrow strip of follicle-rich scalp tissue, removing the strip and relocating it to an area that is bald or thinning.

This area is then immediately closed up with a specialist suture in a procedure known as a trichophytic closure.

Often you will need to shave more of your hair for a FUT procedure than with FUE, and the scarring is linear so can be more noticeable. However, it is still a highly popular option.