If you’re experiencing male pattern baldness, you’re probably asking yourself various questions about the health of your hair. Some of them concern the connection between hair thickness and thinning, as well as how it impacts hair restoration prospects. At the Advanced Medical Hair Institute, Dr. Joseph Williams will answer all your questions and provide long-lasting solutions.
Relationship Between Hair Color and Thickness
The darker your natural hair is, the thicker it’s likely to be. Brown and black hair generally have thick hair strands. Conversely, your hair is less dense than that of blonde-haired people. According to research, the melanin in dark hair contributes to its thickness. Although several genes influence hair color, the best known is MC1R. It’s instrumental in the production of a protein known as melanocortin 1 receptor, which in turn helps in producing melanin.
Depending on the level of activation, this receptor triggers chemical reactions that result in the production of eumelanin. This pigment occurs overwhelmingly in brunette and black hair. Failure to activate the receptor leads to the production of pheomelanin, the essential pigment in red hair. Research shows that blond hair appears when a tiny amount of brown eumelanin is produced without other colors being present.
How Does Hair Dye Affect Thickness?
While dyeing doesn’t prevent hair growth, it can still damage the parts that undergo cosmetic treatment. Hair dye doesn’t penetrate below the scalp, so it can’t affect hair follicles. However, it can weaken hair shafts to the point of accelerating thinning or shedding, which ultimately leads to hair loss. The repeated combing and rubbing associated with the coloring process loosens your hair. Most dyes also contain chemicals such as hydrogen peroxide and ammonia, which adversely affect telogen hair.
If the procedure makes your hair color lighter, it interferes with its protein composition. Peroxide gets rid of eumelanin pigments, which can result in hair breakage. It causes temporary hair loss, which generally ends once you stop using hair dye.
The Effect of Hair Color On Restoration
Your hair color is one of the essential features that Dr. Williams will take into account while planning your transplant procedure. If you have dark hair and light skin, you’ll need more grafting to account for the contrast. If your skin shade closely matches that of your hair, you’ll need fewer transplants to achieve your desired appearance.
Anyone looking at your scalp should ideally have a hard time telling the difference between your natural and transplanted hair. The more light passes through your hair, the balder you appear. The solution to this problem is to not only transplant more hair but also ensure the individual shafts are thick. Additionally, curly or wavy hair gives the impression of a thicker coverage after restoration. If your scalp is flexible or loose, Dr. Williams will have an easier time inserting new hair follicles.
You’re probably wondering whether the color of your transplanted shafts will match your natural hair. Through advanced procedures such as follicular unit extraction (FUE), the back of your head is the essential source of individual donor follicles. This attention to detail increases the likelihood of the restored hair matching the rest of your scalp. If you wish to dye your hair after a transplant procedure, it’s advisable to do so after at least four weeks. The one-month wait allows your scalp to heal. It also prevents irritation from the chemicals in the dye.
Let Dr. Williams Solve Your Hair Issues
At the Advanced Medical Hair Institute, Dr. Joseph Williams is always ready to solve your most pressing hair issues. His skill, experience, and investment in the latest technology make him the most qualified hair expert around. Having done countless successful hair transplants, he guarantees a natural-looking result that will immediately give you a youthful appearance. Please book an appointment today for more details.
