Exosome Hair Therapy

Service Description

WHAT IT IS Exosome hair therapy at Dr Selvi Clinic in Brighton applies a laboratory-made exosome product to the scalp as part of a plan for thinning hair, usually alongside other scalp treatments. Exosomes are tiny vesicles that carry proteins and genetic material between cells; their use for hair loss is a fast-developing area. The products used in clinics are derived from cell cultures and contain no living cells. Assessment always comes first, because the cause of hair loss determines whether any scalp treatment is appropriate. WHY PEOPLE CHOOSE IT It is often considered by patients who have had a partial response to PRP or mesotherapy and want to add an option with a different mechanism. It is one of the newest options for thinning hair and can be combined with PRP or mesotherapy in a plan. WHAT WE AIM FOR As part of a wider plan, the aim is to support the scalp and the hair you have. Any change in shedding or density is judged over months, using clinic photographs at review, and results vary between individuals. WHO IT SUITS · Thinning that has partially responded to other treatments · Wanting one of the newest scalp treatments after a full assessment · Combining with PRP or mesotherapy · Pattern thinning in men and women, once diagnosed · Post-transplant support, where Dr Selvi advises it TREATMENT DETAILS Appointment: 30–45 minutes Discomfort: Multiple treatment points on the scalp; numbing available Downtime: Scalp tenderness for one to three days; pinpoint marks and occasional bruising Hair washing: From 24 hours, with a mild shampoo Avoid for 48 hours: Gym, sauna and swimming First review: Change is gradual and assessed at around three to four months Course: Planned at consultation Maintenance: Agreed at review FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What does the evidence show? Exosome hair treatment is a newer, developing area. Early studies have reported improvements in hair density in some patients and research is ongoing, while PRP currently has the larger body of published evidence. Dr Selvi will go through the current evidence with you at consultation. Why does it cost more than PRP? The product itself is more costly than PRP or a mesotherapy formulation. Dr Selvi will explain the options and costs at consultation so you can choose what suits you. How soon will I see a difference? Hair grows slowly and the growth cycle is long. Any change is judged over months rather than weeks, using clinic photographs at review from around three to four months. Results vary between individuals. Will it work for me? It depends on why you are losing hair, which is why assessment comes first. Thinning follicles that are still active may respond to scalp treatment; follicles that have been dormant for years, where the scalp is completely smooth, will not. Dr Selvi will examine your scalp and tell you plainly which situation you are in. Do I need blood tests? Often, yes. Iron deficiency, thyroid dysfunction, vitamin D deficiency and hormonal factors are common and treatable causes of hair loss, and treating the scalp while ignoring an underlying cause achieves very little. Dr Selvi will advise what testing is appropriate. Does it hurt? The scalp is sensitive and there are multiple treatment points. Numbing is applied and most patients manage well, describing it as uncomfortable rather than painful. It is over quickly. What are the risks, and who should not have it? Tenderness, pinpoint bleeding, bruising, headache and a short-lived increase in shedding can occur, and infection is possible if aftercare is not followed. An allergic reaction to the product is uncommon, and long-term data are still being gathered. It is not offered during pregnancy or breastfeeding, over active scalp infection or inflammation, or for patchy, scarring or undiagnosed scalp conditions, which are referred for the right care. Will I need to keep having it? Hair loss is usually an ongoing process, so if treatment helps, maintenance is normally needed to hold the result; Dr Selvi agrees the schedule at review. Stopping generally means a gradual return to the previous state. Who will treat me? All treatments at Dr Selvi Clinic are carried out by Dr Selvi, a doctor, after a face-to-face consultation and an assessment of your suitability. BOOKING Book online, or start with a free initial consultation if you are unsure which treatment is right for you. Dr Selvi Clinic is at 57B London Road, Brighton and Hove BN1 4JE, open 10:00–20:00, seven days a week; appointment times can vary. Fees are listed on our pricing page, and your plan and final fee are confirmed at consultation.