Surgical Hairline Lowering (HALO)

The HALO procedure involves surgically advancing the entire scalp and physically removing excess forehead skin, which provides an immediate hairline lowering effect of 2–3 cm. A hair transplant, on the other hand, involves harvesting individual hair follicles from the occipital area and implanting them on the forehead, which requires waiting 6 to 12 months for the hair to grow.

The incision is made precisely along the hairline (a trichophytic incision). Thanks to this technique, hair grows directly through the scar tissue, making the scar barely visible and easy to hide within your hairstyle once fully healed.

The hairline is typically lowered by about 2 to 3 cm. The final extent of the adjustment depends on the individual elasticity and mobility of the patient's scalp, which is assessed during the initial consultation.

The HALO procedure is most often performed under general anesthesia or deep intravenous sedation combined with local anesthesia, which ensures the patient's complete comfort and a pain-free experience.

Most patients return to their basic daily activities after about 7–10 days. Swelling and bruising usually subside within 2 weeks, while the scar maturation process takes several months.

Temporary numbness or a tingling sensation in the forehead and scalp is a natural consequence of small nerve branches being disrupted during tissue dissection. This condition gradually subsides as the nerves regenerate (typically taking from a few weeks to several months).

Yes, swelling of the forehead, brow area, and eyelids is a natural reaction to the surgical procedure. These symptoms peak 2–3 days after the procedure and then gradually subside.

Sutures or surgical staples are usually removed between 7 and 14 days after the surgery, often in two stages, depending on the wound healing process.

Yes. The hairline lowering procedure is very often combined with a brow lift or eyelid surgery, which allows for a comprehensive correction of the upper face under a single anesthesia.

Yes, the surgical removal of a skin flap and the repositioning of the hairline provide a permanent result. The hairline will not return to its original position.

The first gentle hair wash using recommended antiseptic products or mild shampoos is usually possible 48–72 hours after the procedure, in accordance with the specific instructions of your attending physician.

Contraindications include, among others, active and progressive androgenetic alopecia, insufficient scalp elasticity, blood clotting disorders, uncontrolled systemic diseases, a tendency for keloids, and pregnancy.

Light walking is encouraged from the very first days after surgery. Returning to intense physical exercise, strength training, or using swimming pools and saunas is recommended after a minimum of 4 weeks.

The procedure is suitable for men provided they have a stable hairline and no tendency toward progressive male pattern baldness. If there is a risk of further hair loss in the temples or at the crown, a hair transplant may be a safer alternative.

Once the wound has fully closed and stitches have been removed, it is recommended to use silicone products (gels/patches), perform gentle massage (scar mobilization), and strictly protect the area from the sun using SPF 50+ sunscreen.