Updated 2024-12-01

Hair Fall SOS Roadmap

Stop daily shedding, thicken density, and know exactly when to escalate to regenerative medicine.

This guide explains the most common triggers we diagnose in clinic, the lab markers worth checking, evidence-backed at-home upgrades, and how PRP, exosomes, or Regenera® micro-grafts fit into your plan.

<100 strandsIdeal daily shedding
> 70 ng/mLFerritin target
4 diagnostic stepsClinic checklist
Hair Fall SOS Roadmap

Understand your shedding windows

Keep a two-week shed diary noting how many strands you lose on pillowcases, in the shower drain, and while brushing. Sudden spikes help us spot telogen effluvium versus gradual androgenic thinning.

Labs to screenshot

  • Ferritin, serum iron, transferrin saturation
  • Thyroid panel (TSH, FT3/FT4)
  • B12, folate, vitamin D
  • High-sensitivity CRP + fasting insulin

Bring the lab PDF to your consultation so we can plot them against symptom timelines.

Build a 12-week at-home plan

Layer scalp nutrition (microneedling + peptide serums), inflammation control (ketoconazole shampoo + red light) and stress rituals. Document weekly photos using the same lighting so micro wins are obvious.

Pro tip: book a quick check-in at week 6 even if you're not ready for injections. Adjusting supplements early prevents wasted months.

When to escalate to clinic care

If you're still shedding heavily after 12 weeks or seeing widening parts, it's time to add regenerative medicine:

1. Dual-spin PRP for early thinning or postpartum recovery.

2. Exosome boosters when density goals stall.

3. Regenera® micro-grafts for receding temples or scars.

Pair treatments with maintenance LED and lifestyle tweaks to lock in regrowth.

INSIGHT

Spot the dominant trigger

Multiple factors can snowball into thinning. Work through the fast checks below before you panic-buy supplements.

Labs to requestStep 1

Nutrient gaps & ferritin dips

Order ferritin, serum iron, B12, vitamin D, thyroid panel, and inflammatory markers (CRP). Ferritin below 70 ng/mL, even when 'within range', often correlates with diffuse shedding. We pair micronutrient therapy with PRP only after these labs are corrected.

Timeline auditStep 2

Hormone or medication shifts

Note any new contraception, PCOS flare, post-partum hormonal crash, or finasteride/intake changes within the last 3–6 months. Stress hormones like cortisol spike telogen effluvium too.

Scalp healthStep 3

Mechanical + inflammatory triggers

Look for seborrhoeic dermatitis, psoriasis plaques, tight hairstyles, or constant heat styling. Calm inflammation first with prescription topicals before high-yield PRP.

INSIGHT

At-home upgrades that actually matter

Use a layered approach for 12 weeks before assessing progress.

RoutineStep 1

Daily scalp nutrition

Microneedling once weekly (1.5 mm max), peptide-rich serums, and caffeine/polynucleotide tonics boost blood flow. Pair with protein-forward meals and omega-3 intake.

1% ketoconazoleStep 2

Inflammation control

Use medicated shampoo twice weekly for micro-inflammation, plus LED red light (630–660 nm) 10 minutes daily to extend the growth phase.

Stress & sleepStep 3

Lifestyle stabilisers

Aim for 7.5+ hours sleep, resistance training 2x weekly, and guided breathing. Stress hormones directly shorten anagen cycles.

INSIGHT

When to book regenerative treatments

Clinic therapies compress timelines when lifestyle changes are not enough.

First-lineStep 1

Dual-spin PRP

Ideal for early thinning or post-partum shedding. We deliver three sessions, four weeks apart, using meso-gun coverage and LED boosts. Expect visible density at week 12.

StackingStep 2

Exosome or polynucleotide boosters

Bioactive exosomes accelerate regrowth in stubborn zones; polynucleotides calm inflamed scalps and enhance shine.

AdvancedStep 3

Regenera® micro-grafts

For receding temples or long-standing patches, micro-grafts supply progenitor cells and matrix proteins. Combine with maintenance PRP every six months.

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FAQ

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Answers straight from our clinical consults

Give any at-home plan 12 weeks while you normalise labs. If shedding persists, schedule a trichology-led consultation so we can combine diagnostics with PRP or exosomes.