Hair loss is a common concern that is presently affecting many individuals, both male and female, worldwide. The growing problem of hair loss has led to new and innovative treatments to restore hair in both health and appearance.
One minimally invasive treatment that is currently gaining popularity for its success in reversing hair loss is mesotherapy.
In this blog, we want to delve into mesotherapy for hair loss, exploring how it works and managing expectations during treatments. If you’re a beauty/aesthetic professional, we will provide you with the path to becoming a qualified practitioner with Ray Cochrane Beauty Aesthetic Academy.
What is Mesotherapy?
Mesotherapy is a non-surgical and minimally invasive method that was first used and developed by Dr. Michel Pistor to treat various conditions in the 1970s. However, mesotherapy has now gained popularity as a cosmetic treatment due to its ability to nourish and rejuvenate the skin and stimulate underlying tissues.
The treatment consists of injecting a mixture of vitamins, minerals, amino acids and other active ingredients directly into the mesodermal layer of the skin.
What Cosmetic Issues Does Mesotherapy Treat?
Mesotherapy has a wide range of uses in the aesthetics industry but can be mainly found as a treatment for the following concerns:
- Skin Rejuvenation
- Cellulite Reduction
- Body Contouring
- Hair Loss
- Anti-Ageing
By delivering active ingredients directly to the target area, mesotherapy provides localised treatments that offer faster and more noticeable results than other non-invasive/surgical treatments.
We have previously written a blog about everything you need to know about mesotherapy. Through the blog, you can learn more about how the treatment works, the ingredients commonly found in the injections and the benefits of mesotherapy.
We’ll be focusing on mesotherapy as a treatment for hair loss by delving into the factors that can cause hair loss and how mesotherapy can help combat these to reverse the hair loss process.
What Causes Hair Loss?
Hair loss, male pattern baldness or alopecia can result from multiple factors:
1. Genetics
This factor plays a huge role in hair loss, especially concerning male or female pattern baldness. Unfortunately, if your family members have experienced hair loss, it is more likely to affect you, especially if it comes from your mother’s side.
2. Hormonal Imbalances
Conditions like thyroid disorders can cause hair loss as low thyroid levels reduce blood circulation to the scalp and affect the hair growth cycle, causing more hair to shed.
3. Pregnancy
During pregnancy, the body goes through many hormonal changes that can cause hair loss. For example, many women will face iron deficiency during pregnancy; when your body is low on iron, it can reduce the oxygen in the hair follicles, which will cause increased hair fall. Unfortunately, hair loss doesn’t just stop at pregnancy for some women; in fact, breastfeeding/ postpartum women can also see an increase in hair loss due to ongoing hormonal changes.
4. Nutritional Deficiencies
Aside from iron deficiency, a lack of essential vitamins and minerals can weaken hair follicles, causing hair loss. Common vitamins and minerals that can cause hair loss include Vitamin C, Folic Acid and Zinc.
5. Stress
Who would have thought! Stress is a common cause of temporary hair loss due to the body being in a state of fight-or-flight, which causes the body to deprive hair follicles of the necessary nutrients to grow. Stress also leads to excess cortisol, a hormone which disrupts the hair growth cycle.
Hair loss can also be caused by environmental, weight, medication and even long-term friction from hair ties and scarfs.
Understanding the underlying cause of the hair loss is crucial for an effective treatment. You can find out the cause through blood tests and physical exams carried out by a healthcare professional.
How Does Mesotherapy Treat Hair Loss?
So, now that we know what factors can cause hair loss let’s focus on how mesotherapy can treat it.
When treating hair loss, mesotherapy will see the practitioner injecting a cocktail of vitamins, minerals and amino acids directly into the scalp to improve blood circulation and stimulate the hair follicles to strengthen and nourish.
The aim? To promote new hair growth, reduce hair loss and improve hair quality, making it less likely to fall out in the future.
It is important to note that we wouldn’t recommend mesotherapy to someone who is completely bald and has been for a while.
A huge benefit of mesotherapy is that the solution injected can be tailored to address the patient’s needs, ensuring it works for the individual and their cause of hair loss.
What to Expect is a Mesotherapy Treatment for Hair Loss?
Whether you’re considering undergoing mesotherapy for loss or an aesthetician looking to introduce the treatment to your clients, understanding what to expect during the session can make you feel more confident about the procedure.
4 Steps to a Mesotherapy Hair Loss Treatment
1. Initial Consultation
Prior to the treatment, the qualified non-medical aesthetician will assess your hair loss condition and review your medical history before determining if you are suitable for mesotherapy treatment. It is important to be completely honest with your practitioner at this point, as this is where they will find out what is causing your hair loss and tailor the injection to a suitable formula.
2. Pre-treatment Preparation
The practitioner will thoroughly wash the scalp and prep the hair before the procedure begins. You should detangle and comb your hair before your appointment, making this step more manageable for you and the practitioner. A numbing cream may be applied directly to the scalp to help deal with any discomfort that can occur during treatment. However, most patients can handle the treatment without pain.
3. The Injection Process
In this step, your therapist will use a fine needle or mesogun and administer the customised treatment solution directly throughout the scalp. The injections are pushed into the mesodermal layer, ensuring optimal nutrient absorption, leading to the most effective results.
4. Post-Treatment Care
Once the treatment has been administered, you may find that the scalp is red or a little swollen. This is a typical side effect due to the depth that the needle reaches, but that typically goes away within a few hours. The practitioner will then provide post-care tips, including not washing the hair, staying out of direct sun exposure and avoiding strenuous exercise for 24-48 hours.
Mesotherapy for hair loss should last about 30 minutes and requires multiple sessions. The practitioner offering the treatment will let you know how many sessions are necessary based on the severity of your hair loss.
Mesotherapy is an excellent treatment option for individuals looking to address their hair loss through a non-surgical approach.
For beauty and aesthetic practitioners looking to specialise in this field, here at Ray Cochrane, we have two training pathways to gain the necessary expertise and certification to work as a mesotherapy practitioner.
How to Become Qualified in Mesotherapy Treatment?
Are you already a Level 3 qualified beauty therapist or a Level 4 Aesthetician looking to expand your skill set?
A qualification in mesotherapy is a valuable addition to your skill set!
At Ray Cochrane Beauty Aesthetic Academy, we offer a one-day CPD-accredited mesotherapy training course designed to introduce and prepare learners for administering mesotherapy through theoretical and practical hands-on experience.
As this is a one-day course, it is very intensive, combining theoretical knowledge prepared by experienced practitioners with practical skills and tricks applicable in real-world settings.
The curriculum of the course will cover:
- Mesotherapy for skin rejuvenation
- Mesotherapy for hair loss
- Treatable skin conditions
- Products and ingredients that are safe to use for treatment
- Client consultation process
- Contraindications
- Client aftercare
Throughout the course, students will engage in hands-on practice where they administer mesotherapy on live models provided by us under the supervision of our tutors. Throughout this practical session, our experienced tutors will correct your technique and provide you with trade secrets to achieving the best results for your future clients.
To enrol in the course, candidates must hold a relevant level 3 qualification in beauty therapy and be able to speak, write and read English fluently. Finally, all students must be over 18 for insurance purposes.
By completing this course, beauty and aesthetic practitioners can broaden their treatment offerings and meet the industry’s demand for a popular non-invasive aesthetic treatment.
To learn more about our mesotherapy training, please get in touch with our friendly course advisors, who can advise you on our dedicated mesotherapy pathway. Our offices are open Monday – Friday between 9 am to 5 pm and can be reached on 020 3856 8886 or at admission@raycochrane.co.uk.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who is a good candidate for mesotherapy for hair loss?
Mesotherapy is most suitable for clients suffering from hair thinning and excessive shedding, as the treatment stimulates hair growth and improves scalp health.
Individuals with severe balding will not benefit from this treatment and should consider treatments such as a surgical hair transplant or medications such as minoxidil.
2. How long does it take to see results from mesotherapy for hair loss?
Results will vary depending on how severe the effects of hair loss are, but most people should see improvements after three sessions. Even after seeing results, you should continue your sessions regularly, as discussed with your practitioner, to maintain hair growth.
3. Can mesotherapy be combined with other hair loss treatments?
Yes! In fact, you are more likely to see results quicker by combining mesotherapy treatments with microneedling or topical hair growth solutions. As always, please consult with your practitioner to determine the best combination for your type of hair loss.
