Hair Transplant Cost/Prices
The cost of a hair transplant in the UK can vary widely based on several factors:
- Extent of Hair Loss: The more extensive the hair loss, the higher the cost.
- Location of Hair Loss: Different areas of the scalp may require different approaches.
- Hair Type: For example, afro-textured hair can be more challenging to extract and transplant, leading to higher costs.
According to the NHS, the price of a hair transplant in the UK can range from £1,000 to £30,000. Most clinics, however, start at around £3,000. Contrary to popular belief, hair transplant surgery doesn’t always need to be prohibitively expensive. The cost will depend on the patient’s unique requirements, with most transplants ranging from £3,000 to £10,000.
At our clinic, prices start from £3,000 for 1,000 hairs. We also offer financing options, so feel free to ask us or visit our hair transplant finance page for more details.
Hair Transplant Methods and Pricing
1. Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) – Recommended
FUE involves extracting individual hair follicles from the donor area (usually the back and sides of the head) and transplanting them to the balding or thinning areas. This is our recommended method. Costs for FUE typically range from £2 to £4 per follicle, depending on the clinic and the extent of hair loss.
2. Follicular Unit Transplant (FUT)
FUT differs from FUE in the extraction process. In this method, a strip of hair is excised from the donor area, and the grafts are then harvested. While the implantation process is the same as FUE, FUT is more invasive and can leave a scar. Costs for FUT range from £2 to £5 per follicle.
3. Direct Hair Implantation (DHI)
DHI is similar to FUE, but the implantation is done with a specialised tool called the Choi pen. While extraction is the same as FUE, DHI can be more expensive, costing around £6,000 or £2 to £6 per follicle.
Each method has its pros and cons, with DHI being slightly more costly than the other two.
Patient Testimonials
Aside from achieving fantastic results, we believe that keeping in touch with our patients before, during and after their hair transplantation procedure is paramount – it helps to keep our patients feeling calm and in control. We’re always on hand to provide guidance, support and aftercare advice. Time and again, our patients tell us that this is what sets us apart from other clinics.
You can read our great reviews of FUE hair transplants over on Google and Trustpilot