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hey guys

I'm 2 months post FUE and in sunny California.

I would love to get some color while I'm here and hit the beach.

Obviously I am wearing a cap everywhere I go.

Just curious of there is ANY way I can safely tan without compromising the grafts? Is it worth it?

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You can tan other parts of your body, but definitely keep your grafts out of the sun completely and keep a cap on your head. We tell our patients to avoid direct sun exposure for 6 months post-op, and while other surgeons have slightly different guidelines, it's a very good general rule to follow. 

I am a patient advocate for Dr. Parsa Mohebi in Los Angeles, CA. My views/opinions are my own and don't necessarily reflect the opinions of Dr. Mohebi and his staff.

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I bought a UPF 50 hat, but I really can't see how it will be any more effective than a regular hat, only more expensive.  Keep you head covered for goodness sake. 

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7 hours ago, HarryHonolulu said:

So if I apply sunscreen to my grafted area and wearing a SPF hat I can sit on the beach for a few hours and tan?

is it worth it though?

Yep. Just keep it covered so that your scalp/grafts don't get direct sunlight and you're good. As long as it's covered from the sun, you're not at risk. I used an SPF spray in addition to the hat just to be extra cautious, so I understand the paranoia. :)

I am a patient advocate for Dr. Parsa Mohebi in Los Angeles, CA. My views/opinions are my own and don't necessarily reflect the opinions of Dr. Mohebi and his staff.

Check out my hair loss website for photos

FUE surgery by Dr. Mohebi on 7/31/14
2,001 grafts - Ones: 607; Twos: 925; Threes: 413; Fours: 56

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