Hair Transplant

Yes. The follicles transplanted from your donor area are genetically resistant to the hormones that cause male and female pattern baldness. Once they take root in their new location, they continue to grow permanently. This is what makes a well-executed hair transplant a truly one-time, lasting solution.

Anyone with stable hair loss (no active progression for 6–12 months), adequate donor area density, and realistic expectations. A detailed consultation and trichoscopy confirm candidacy. At Ray & Rio, we never proceed unless you’re a genuinely suitable candidate — because we care more about your outcome than about the procedure count.

The transplant itself is performed under local anaesthesia and is entirely comfortable. Most patients rest, use their phone, or watch content through the session. Mild soreness or tenderness for a few days after is normal and easily managed with prescribed medication.

Initial hair shedding (‘shock loss’) is normal in the first month. New growth begins around month 3, becomes visible by month 6, and reaches close to full density by month 9–12. Final results — the full aesthetic outcome — are appreciated at the 12–14 month mark. Every one of these milestones is monitored at your scheduled follow-up visits.

Absolutely — and it’s a game-changer for patients with limited scalp donor supply or advanced baldness. Beard hair, once transplanted onto the scalp, adapts and grows well when done correctly. It also provides additional density options for a fuller, more natural outcome. This is one of the areas where dermatology-led planning genuinely makes a difference.

Cost depends on the number of grafts required, the areas being treated, and the complexity of your case. We’re happy to discuss pricing transparently at consultation. But please know this: at Ray & Rio, cost is always secondary. Your results are primary — and we take them 200% seriously, from the first consultation to the final follow-up.