Gaza48 Posted October 17, 2011 Share Posted October 17, 2011 Hi Everyone, I am 2 weeks post hair transplant and my scalp ( recipient area ) has gone a pinky purple colour. I am wondering if this is normal or not? Any feedback would be appreciated, Thanks:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member El Nino Posted October 17, 2011 Senior Member Share Posted October 17, 2011 Completely normal, it can take a good few weeks for the pinkness to go. My Hair Loss Website - Two HTs with Dr. Rahal and SMP at HIS Hair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member lorenzo Posted October 18, 2011 Senior Member Share Posted October 18, 2011 Completely normal, it can take a good few weeks for the pinkness to go. I agree. Representative for Hasson & Wong. Dr. Victor Hasson and Dr. Jerry Wong are esteemed members of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians. My opinions are my own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Hasson & Wong. My Hair Loss Website - Hair Transplant with Dr. Hasson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member TakingThePlunge Posted October 18, 2011 Senior Member Share Posted October 18, 2011 El Nino, Just in case you needed a little more reassurance, I completely agree. I was pink for a good two months after each of my hair transplants. Nothing to worry about. Good luck! David - Former Forum Co-Moderator and Editorial Assistant I am not a medical professional. All opinions are my own and my advice should not constitute as medical advice. View my Hair Loss Website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ocean Posted October 18, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted October 18, 2011 I understand some redness goes quick and others dont, but what can you use to disguise the redness can anyone answer that through experience? As cannot wear a cap for 2 months. Is there makeup that works Or people have used?:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Glenn Charles Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 Generally, patients who have fair skin tend to keep the redness a little longer. I have had patients that used a little self tanning lotion on the face only ( not on the red area) to help blend the face and forehead. Definitely do not get any direct sun exposure on transplanted area and if you get flush easy you might want to stay away from spicy foods for a while. Dr. Glenn Charles is a member of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member southbeacharchi Posted October 19, 2011 Senior Member Share Posted October 19, 2011 Everything I read said to use good old-fashioned liquid foundation (make-up). If you don't have a wife/girlfriend that can help you, just goto Walgreens and pick a color a little darker than you think. I learned that the hard way. I went in a rush before work, and ended up looking like a clown from the hairline back. lol. The good thing about that also, is that some of the major brands include SPF in it, so it will protect your sensitive skin from any over-exposure to sun. Good luck and hang-in there. I am 2 months out, and barely have a little pink still there. My Hair Loss Web Site FUT - 8/12/11 - Dr. Keller - Chicago - 3140 grafts 365 singles, 375 doubles, & 2400 multiple hair grafts Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or a professional within the hair transplant field, but I am one hell of a researcher and have been dubbed "master googler" by people that know me. So, anything I say is solely my best opinion or answer based on everything I have read and/or experienced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaza48 Posted October 19, 2011 Author Share Posted October 19, 2011 Thanks for your comments Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ocean Posted October 19, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted October 19, 2011 Everything I read said to use good old-fashioned liquid foundation (make-up). If you don't have a wife/girlfriend that can help you, just goto Walgreens and pick a color a little darker than you think. I learned that the hard way. I went in a rush before work, and ended up looking like a clown from the hairline back. lol.The good thing about that also, is that some of the major brands include SPF in it, so it will protect your sensitive skin from any over-exposure to sun. Good luck and hang-in there. I am 2 months out, and barely have a little pink still there. will def try the liquid foundation sounds like a good bet, did you jus wash your hair to take it out every night or use makeup remover?:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member southbeacharchi Posted October 19, 2011 Senior Member Share Posted October 19, 2011 I washed it. I wasn't sure how to get it off at the time, so I just took a shower. My Hair Loss Web Site FUT - 8/12/11 - Dr. Keller - Chicago - 3140 grafts 365 singles, 375 doubles, & 2400 multiple hair grafts Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or a professional within the hair transplant field, but I am one hell of a researcher and have been dubbed "master googler" by people that know me. So, anything I say is solely my best opinion or answer based on everything I have read and/or experienced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill - Seemiller Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Southbeachari, I see that in your forum signature you said the link to your patient website wasn't working. Thus, i went ahead and fixed this for you. Best wishes, Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member southbeacharchi Posted October 21, 2011 Senior Member Share Posted October 21, 2011 Thanks so much Bill, I really appreciate it. Best wishes. My Hair Loss Web Site FUT - 8/12/11 - Dr. Keller - Chicago - 3140 grafts 365 singles, 375 doubles, & 2400 multiple hair grafts Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or a professional within the hair transplant field, but I am one hell of a researcher and have been dubbed "master googler" by people that know me. So, anything I say is solely my best opinion or answer based on everything I have read and/or experienced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Jotronic Posted October 21, 2011 Senior Member Share Posted October 21, 2011 The darker your skin tone the less redness you will have and it will last the shortest period of time. The lighter your skin is the more redness you'll have and it will last the longest. Think of it as a sunburn. They are easier to get if you are light skinned, harder to get if you are darker skinned. It will pass with time. The Truth is in The Results Dr. Victor Hasson and Dr. Jerry Wong are members of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ocean Posted October 24, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted October 24, 2011 The darker your skin tone the less redness you will have and it will last the shortest period of time. The lighter your skin is the more redness you'll have and it will last the longest. Think of it as a sunburn. They are easier to get if you are light skinned, harder to get if you are darker skinned. It will pass with time. Thanks jotronic though in your experiences working for the great H & W , is it ok to wear liquid foundation or powder foundation(as southbeach mentioned) to help disguise if have to OR would it effect the ht results? If not is there anything else that can be used?:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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