FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) is a hair transplant method in which follicles are removed from the donor area one by one and placed in areas with hair loss. No strip of skin is taken. Small dot-like marks can remain at the removal sites. FUE is a medical procedure and should take place at an authorised health facility, under the responsibility of authorised health professionals.
This page gives a general overview of how FUE is carried out, the steps of the process, aftercare and possible risks. The information is general and does not replace a personal assessment.
Whether FUE is suitable differs from person to person. An assessment looks at these together:
Areas other than the scalp, such as eyebrows and beard, can also be assessed. Neither method is better for everyone.
With FUE, follicles are removed one by one. With DHI, a special implanter pen can be used to place the follicles. With FUT, a thin strip of skin is taken from the donor area. For comparisons see FUE vs DHI and FUE vs FUT, and for details the DHI and FUT pages.
Local anaesthetic can be used. What you feel varies from person to person. The length of the procedure depends on the number of grafts and your personal plan. Talk through your expectations with a health professional beforehand.
After the procedure you receive guidance on the first wash, daily care and what to look out for. You should expect these instructions to be shared in writing by the facility that carried out the procedure. Some transplanted hair may shed in the first weeks. New growth usually starts within months, and the process can take around a year. Speed and density differ from person to person.
As with any medical procedure, risks and temporary effects can occur. Redness, swelling, scabbing and infection are among them. Discuss possible risks with a health professional before you decide. Results cannot be guaranteed.
FUE is a method in which follicles are removed from the donor area one by one and placed in areas with hair loss. No strip of skin is taken.
No. Suitability depends on the type of hair loss, donor area, general health and expectations.
Small dot-like marks can remain in the donor area. How they look varies from person to person.
Local anaesthetic can be used. What you feel varies from person to person.
Growth is gradual. New hair usually starts to appear within months and the process can take around a year.
At an authorised health facility, under the responsibility of authorised health professionals.
For general information see the hair transplant page, and for questions use the contact page.
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