Why don't some celebrities get hair transplants?

[alexdelarge]

I have always found it strange that guys like John Travolta, and Jude Law do not get hair transplants when they have all the money in the world, and have significant hair loss. Obviously their hair is very important for their job, and not having it can affect their livelihood. I know Travolta wears a wig, and Jude Law employs a side part combover of sorts, but why not get a transplant? Thanks for your input.

[Montreal]

I always wonder the same thing,maybe they are told that the result are not so great...

[aaron1234]

Probably because they see other actors like Nicholas Cage's bad transplant and figure thats the norm for HT's.

[mahhong]

Hair transplants are a big commitment, even when money isn't an issue. Think of the downtime from work, the constant exposure to the public, the potential need to take medication permanently and wear hairpieces for filming during the growth period.

 

In addition to that, as some people say, lots of people (even famous ones) just aren't very educated about the way these things work. Add to that the fact that not everybody is going to be a perfect candidate.

 

Finally, let's not forget that HTs are not 1:1 hair replacement opportunities. They can look really great, of course, but film stars need to look perfect. It's far easier (given the lack of concern for money) for them to get top of the range hair systems for their public and filming lives. They'll withstand all manner of harsh lighting, filming, water etc and can give the cosmetic appearance of total hair.

 

I'd opt for a HT any day, but then I'm not likely to be scrutinised a billionth as much as Travolta or Law.

 

And, of course, the final aspect to consider; confidence. These guys have money, fame, and probably feel very good about themselves generally. Nobody likes losing their hair but many people find the confidence to move forward in spite of it - it could just be these guys don't feel the need for them.

[alexdelarge]

Hair transplants are a big commitment, even when money isn't an issue. Think of the downtime from work, the constant exposure to the public, the potential need to take medication permanently and wear hairpieces for filming during the growth period.

 

In addition to that, as some people say, lots of people (even famous ones) just aren't very educated about the way these things work. Add to that the fact that not everybody is going to be a perfect candidate.

 

Finally, let's not forget that HTs are not 1:1 hair replacement opportunities. They can look really great, of course, but film stars need to look perfect. It's far easier (given the lack of concern for money) for them to get top of the range hair systems for their public and filming lives. They'll withstand all manner of harsh lighting, filming, water etc and can give the cosmetic appearance of total hair.

 

I'd opt for a HT any day, but then I'm not likely to be scrutinised a billionth as much as Travolta or Law.

 

And, of course, the final aspect to consider; confidence. These guys have money, fame, and probably feel very good about themselves generally. Nobody likes losing their hair but many people find the confidence to move forward in spite of it - it could just be these guys don't feel the need for them.

 

Good points Mahhong.

[aaron1234]

And not to mention, whose to say a lot of the celebs we know haven't had quality HT's? If they were done well we wouldn't be able to notice.

[ParraPhil]

I reckon Mathew McConaughey has had one ...

[RCWest]

I reckon Mathew McConaughey has had one ...

 

He had "something" done, but noboby has figured it out yet. Don't know if its a transplant or a very good piece.

[Spanker]

He had "something" done, but noboby has figured it out yet. Don't know if its a transplant or a very good piece.

I think a little of both.