It is believed that hair loss comes with age, but reality is very different. At Royal Cosmetic Surgery Clinic Islamabad, our patients are of all ages, with many of them being in their 40s, 50s, and above, with the worry of hair thinning coupled with greying. The second most asked question is whether a hair transplant for grey hair is possible and whether the result is natural. The good news is that not only is it possible to get grey hair transplantation done, but it can also yield good results that are long-lasting, provided it is done properly.

Facts of the Quick Hair Transplant:

Procedure time: 4-6 hours.
Procedure: FUE hair transplant.
Right for: Light brown and dark-colored hair.
Pain level: Mild to moderate.
Downtime: 3-5 days.
Hair dying: Safe in 4 weeks.
Results visible: 3-6 months.
Result longevity: Permanent.

Can Grey Hair Be Transplanted?

Yes, greying hair can be transplanted as pigmented hair. The color of hair does not influence the strength, survival, and multiplication rates of a hair follicle. The only thing that really counts is the health of the area being donated, which is normally the back of the head.

Most patients think that grey hair is weak or unhealthy, and it is a myth. Greying is the result of decreased production of melanin, and not the loss of functioning of the hair follicle. The Follicle can be safely removed and implanted into sparse or bald areas as long as the follicle is healthy.

Do You Thing That Grey Hair is Grey id Still Healthy?

A key point to note is that there is a huge difference between hair greying and hair loss, which can be seen as two entirely different biological processes. Others also begin to gray in their late 20s and retain a full head of hair, yet others lose their hair early and go gray not at all.

Surprisingly, grey hair becomes thicker and more textured, and this can be useful in providing better coverage in the case of a hair transplant. In most events, fewer grafts are required to have a fuller appearance.

Key Differences Between Grey and Hair Loss:

Factor	Greying Hair	Hair Loss
Main cause	Reduced melanin production	Genetic sensitivity to hormones
Affects follicle health	No	Yes (in balding areas)
Reversible	No	Can be managed or restored
Impact on transplant	None	Donor area quality matters

Special Procedures When Doing a Grey Hair Transplant.

Due to light reflection on grey hair and its potential to look transparent on the surgical light, highly skilled technicians usually use a temporary wash-out colour before the removal. This enhances visualization, which makes the graft removal and placement accurate and preserves the follicles. Such a slight but significant measure will guarantee:

Accurate angle detection.
Safer extraction.
Natural-looking implantation.

What Color Will the Transplanted Hair Be?

It is also one of the most intriguing details of grey hair transplantation. Although donor hair retains its original color, many patients observe that after several growth cycles, transplanted hair starts blending with the rest of the hair. In case your natural hair is greying, such a mixing effect will allow preserving a well-coordinated look without drawing a distinct color contrast.

Is It Possible to Color Transplanted Hair?

Yes, hair coloring could be used safely after a hair transplant, whether it is full or not, in case of full healing. The FUE procedures are nowadays modernized and enable quicker recovery, which is why hair care after the transplant is now easier than it was previously. Important Guidelines:

Wait time: Approximately 4 weeks following the procedure.
Type of dye: Mild, surgeon-approved products.
Frequency: The frequency of coloring should be avoided in the early months.

Why Age and Hair Color Do Not Limit Eligibility?

At Royal Cosmetic Surgery Clinic, Islamabad, we test applicants through the availability of donor hair, and not age or hair color. In cases where the donor area is strong, even patients with grey hair can get impressive results.

Ideal Candidates:

At the back of the scalp, Stable donor hair.
Good overall scalp health.
Those who have no scalp issues.

It is also good to know in this case that, should you now color your hair or intend to color your hair in the near future, it is absolutely okay to do so, even 4 weeks after your procedure.

It is here that the NeoGraft technique of Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) becomes an added advantage. The recovery is so quick that you can also start to color your hair earlier since the recovery is much quicker than when a hair transplant is done using the Strip Method (whereby an entire strip of the back of the head is taken away and then cut into grafts). And it enables the technician to harvest hair follicles anywhere on the back, providing more options in follicle harvesting than a thin strip. This also assists in the blending of hair.

Make the Next Step To Hair Transplant!

The fact that you have grey hair should not make you give up on getting your hairline and confidence back. When thoroughly evaluated, professional skill and customized planning, grey hair grafts are capable of being entirely natural and age-specific.

A professional consultation may help you in deciding on how many grafts you will need and what results you can expect to get in case you are planning a hair transplant in Islamabad. The fatter, younger look is oftentimes attainable with fewer grafts than most people would care to believe.