Senior Member MORE_HAIR Posted February 19, 2008 Senior Member Share Posted February 19, 2008 Hi all. I'm heading down to Florida next week and curious how much exposure is safe. I'll be about 3 months post-op and don't want to screw anything up just trying to get a nice tan. Sunblock advice...spf strength...any personal experiences from you guys ?? Thanks, MH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member its752 Posted February 19, 2008 Senior Member Share Posted February 19, 2008 MORE_HAIR, The sun is brutal, and I never chance it with sunblock either and just wear a thick hat to not let any rays through, especially if you still have slight redness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member nobuzz4me Posted February 19, 2008 Senior Member Share Posted February 19, 2008 I would not chance it, you have a big investment to take care of. You may want to use the search function as I am sure there is more info on this issue. NoBuzz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill - Seemiller Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 More_Hair, You are best to wait at least 6 months after hair transplantation before exposing your scalp to the sun. ] In my opinion however, it is always best to wear sunblock as too much sun (especially the ultra violet rays) on any part of the skin is bad for you. Personally speaking, even though my hair transplant was over a year ago, because my hair is still thinner and sun can get through to my scalp, I always wear a hat when I'm out in the sun for longer periods of time. Proceed with caution. Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member MORE_HAIR Posted February 19, 2008 Author Senior Member Share Posted February 19, 2008 Thanks guys. I figure it's not worth taking any chances. With all the BS ya go through post-op....plus the desire for the best possible result..better to wear a hat and or hide from the sun. As usual...thanks for the help/advice guys. MH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Eman Posted February 21, 2008 Senior Member Share Posted February 21, 2008 More- I actually had the same question and asked about what sunscreen to use. I have heard to wait anywhere from 3 to 6 months before getting any sun. Here is a link to my question: http://hair-restoration-info.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/146...331047292#7331047292 My initial HT thread: done and done!! Check it out... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member MORE_HAIR Posted February 21, 2008 Author Senior Member Share Posted February 21, 2008 Eman. I read that old post....good info. I had my HT in Nov...figure I'll be safe around summer. I think for this trip...I'm laying low/under a hat. Us NY guys always go down to Florida forget the strength of the sun...can't afford that this time. Thanks, MORE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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