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. 2021 Dec 27;54(4):507–513. doi: 10.1055/s-0041-1739241

Table 2. Recommended routine for post hair transplant.

Post hair transplant care
• The use of sulfate-free shampoo is recommended.
• Avoid direct exposure of the scalp to pressurized water and do gently apply shampoo and conditioner.
• Prefer nonpermanent hair dyes.
• Avoid BKT or hair-straightening procedure.
• Avoid hair bleaching.
• For sebderm (dandruff) treatment, use low-pH sulfate-free shampoo associated with antifungal agent.
• Before applying topical minoxidil, protect the hair shaft with leave-on product containing vegetable oils, soluble silicones, and hydrolyzed amino acids.
• Shampoo every day or every other day.
• Use deep cleansing shampoo every 15 days.
• Virgin vegetable oils should not be applied directly to the scalp.
• Hair dryers and hot iron should be avoided at the site of the transplant or applied with caution.