Hairstyle

Regrowth

There is certainly no regrowth however hair can be styled in a way that gives the appearance of regrowth. The quantity of hair stays the same. Quality of hair can be altered if styled in a particular way. Hair color that lowers contrast between hair and scalp can camouflage hair loss. Shiny hair can draw attention to your bald spot likewise long beard can draw attention away.

The two most common hairstyles are combover and clean-shaven dome. The former combs hair to conceal a bald spot. It's all about redistributing hair strands to different locations of the scalp. The latter cuts hair shorter making bald spot and hairy spot appear equal in density and length. Combover hairstyle can’t be used if your hair loss has progressed too far.

Ongoing treatment commitment

The effort you put in depends on the hairstyle you choose. Hairstyles you can choose from are limited. Clean-shaven dome will need to be shaved 2 to 3 times a week otherwise a stubble will reveal horse-shoe shape. You may save money on shampoo with a clean-shaven dome but your scalp will be exposed to the elements. It's basically a tradeoff. Combover needs to be adjusted every morning like other hairstyles. If shaving tools are not available, you face the risk that your hair will grow revealing a horse-shoe shape. You are locked into a hairstyle.

There is an initial stigma associated with changing a hairstyle. For example transitioning from a balding hairstyle to a clean-shaven dome can attract unwanted attention. This transition has to be tolerated once.

Complications

There are no medical complications at all.

Reversible

Hairstyles are very flexible. You can always choose your previous balding hairstyle.

Cost

One time payment for clippers can cost £40. You can continuously go to a barber for £12 which will accumulate in cost. You can just let it grow at no cost.

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