Can hair be taken from other parts of the body for hair transplantation?

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    Surveyed from the published FAQs of 22 hair transplant providers. The percentage on each highlighted claim is the share of surveyed providers who make that claim on their own sites — it shows how common a claim is, not that it is true. Hover to see who.

    Also asked as: “Can Hair be Taken from Other Body Areas for Transplantation?” · “Can hair be taken from other parts of the body?” · “Can hair be taken from the chest area and transplanted to the scalp?” · “Can hair be transplanted from other parts of the body?”

    Most providers agree that body hair can be used82%Stated by 82% of the providers we surveyed. Including Derma Hair Clinic Dr. Karalexis, Mira Aesthetic Cosmetic Surgery Center - Dr. Mirrafati, Springs Hair Restoration, Concord Hair Restoration, Rejuvenate Hair Transplant, New Jersey Hair Restoration Center, and 10 more. for hair transplantation, especially when scalp donor hair is insufficient. However, they emphasize that body hair is mainly used to supplement55%Stated by 55% of the providers we surveyed. Including Hairfree & Hairgrow, Folliplan Hair and Face Clinic, Turkey Medical Hair Clinic, Enfield Royal Clinic Abu Dhabi, Perfect Non Surgical Aesthetic Clinic Dubai, Dr. Prratyush More, and 5 more. scalp donor hair rather than replace it entirely.

    About half of the clinics claim that body hair is not preferred41%Stated by 41% of the providers we surveyed. Including Flawless Hair Restoration, Denver Hair Surgery, Stevens Trichology, Dr. Vivek Mehta, and 4 more. for transplantation compared to scalp hair due to its natural characteristics. Nonetheless, about half of the providers also state that individual assessment is necessary41%Stated by 41% of the providers we surveyed. Including Dr. Merih Tombul, Mira Aesthetic Cosmetic Surgery Center - Dr. Mirrafati, Springs Hair Restoration, and 5 more. to determine the suitability of body hair for each patient. This suggests that while body hair is generally not the first choice, it can be a viable option depending on the individual's specific circumstances.

    About a quarter of providers highlight that body hair has different characteristics32%Stated by 32% of the providers we surveyed. Including Hill Country Plastic Surgery, Denver Hair Surgery, Turkey Medical Hair Clinic, and 4 more. from scalp hair, such as texture, growth cycle, and curvature. These differences can affect the overall appearance and integration of the transplanted hair. A minority of clinics also point out that body hair has a shorter lifespan18%Stated by 18% of the providers we surveyed. Including Hairfree & Hairgrow, Stevens Trichology, Dr. Merih Tombul. than scalp hair, which could impact the long-term results of the transplantation.

    Additionally, about one in seven providers acknowledge potential aesthetic issues14%Stated by 14% of the providers we surveyed. Including Flawless Hair Restoration, Dr. Vivek Mehta, Stevens Trichology. when using body hair for transplantation. These issues arise from differences in density and thickness, which may result in a less natural look. This is an important consideration for patients seeking a seamless and undetectable hair restoration.

    What clinics say

    Claims from clinics' own websites

    In their own words — the 21 clinics whose published guidance fed this answer. 3 translated into English from the clinic's own language.

    1. Yes, it is possible to collect additional material from under the jawline, the cost is then 250 euros. Translated
      Sonia Capelli Powodów Drugi, PL
    2. … from another part of the body is possible and is called: body hair transplantation.
      Derma Hair Clinic Dr. Karalexis Athens, GR
    3. We do not recommend taking grafts from other parts of the body, except for the head. Translated
      TURHAIR İstanbul, TR
    4. While scientifically this is possible, aesthetically this would not be ideal.
      Flawless Hair Restoration Melbourne, AU
    5. Yes, when scalp donor hair is limited, hair can sometimes be transplanted from other body areas like the chest or beard.
      Mira Aesthetic Cosmetic Surgery Center - Dr. Mirrafati Downey, US
    6. Yes. When scalp donor supply is limited, hair follicles can be harvested from body areas such as the chest or back - a technique known as Body Hair Transplantation (BHT).
      Springs Hair Restoration Sandy Springs, US
    7. Yes we can take hair from any part of body area.
      Rejuvenate Hair Transplant Indore, IN
    8. Those with little donor supply may consider using body hair in case there is sufficient beard or chest-hair available.
      Concord Hair Restoration Encino, US
    9. In extreme hair loss cases, we can use hair follicles from other areas of the body.
      New Jersey Hair Restoration Center Freehold Township, US
    10. Het antwoord op deze vraag is ja, haartransplantatie van het lichaam (BHT) is een optie als het donorkaphaar onvoldoende is. Translated
      Saraswat Hospital Mumbai, IN
    11. … back of your head) is the gold standard for hair transplants, body hair can be used in specific cases where scalp donor hair is limited.
      Hairfree & Hairgrow Mumbai, IN
    12. Yes, but body hair is not preferred to scalp hair.
      Denver Hair Surgery Lone Tree, US
    13. In cases where scalp donor hair is limited, body hair transplant (BHT) techniques may use hair from the beard, chest, or other areas.
      Folliplan Hair and Face Clinic Ettumanoor, IN
    14. Yes, body hair transplantation (BHT) is possible using hair from the chest, beard, or other body areas.
      Turkey Medical Hair Clinic Antalya, TR
    15. In select cases, yes. Body hair (from areas like the beard or chest) can be used when scalp donor hair is limited, though the texture and growth cycles may differ …
      Hill Country Plastic Surgery San Antonio, US
    16. Yes, hair can be taken from other body areas, such as the beard or body hair, for transplantation if there is insufficient scalp hair.
      Enfield Royal Clinic Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi, AE
    17. Firstly, this is possible, however, it is not recommended.
      Stevens Trichology London, GB
    18. The donor area can only be the patient’s own body or scalp.
      Mondial Hair Center Hazmieh, LB
    19. Yes, it is possible to transplant hair from other parts of the body through body hair transplant (BHT) when scalp donor hair is insufficient.
      Perfect Non Surgical Aesthetic Clinic Dubai Dubai, AE
    20. Hair transplantation cannot be performed because the hair transplanted with grafts taken from different bodies will not hold.
      NOVARHEALTH İzmir, TR
    21. Technically hair transplant surgery from other parts of the body is possible but hair follicle from the other parts of the body when planted on the head, does maintain its …
      Dr. Vivek Mehta New Delhi, IN