
Medical Review by: Prof. Dr. Soner Tatlıdede – October 2026 Hair loss—specifically androgenetic alopecia (pattern baldness)—is driven by a progressive cellular process known as follicular miniaturization. Under the influence of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) and localized micro-inflammation, the growth phase (anagen) of the hair cycle shortens, while the resting phase (telogen) lengthens. Over successive hair cycles, blood flow to the […]

Medical Review by: Prof. Dr. Soner Tatlıdede – September 2026 Quick Summary (TL;DR) Hair types are globally categorized into four main classes—Type 1 (Straight), Type 2 (Wavy), Type 3 (Curly), and Type 4 (Coily/Afro-textured)—determined by the biological shape and exit angle of the hair follicle beneath the scalp surface. While straight hair grows from round, perpendicular follicles, […]

Medical Review by: Prof. Dr. Soner Tatlıdede – September 2026 Quick Summary: Medical Facts at a Glance Introduction: Clarifying the Medical Reality of “Hair Transfer” When individuals experience thinning hair, receding hairlines, or crown balding, their search for solutions often begins with terms like “hair transfer.” While the word transplant sounds strictly surgical, many patients […]
