Mohamed Salah, widely recognized
for his incredible skills on the
football field, has also captured
attention for his evolving
appearance, particularly his hair.
The Egyptian forward, who plays
for Liverpool, has been at the
center of speculation regarding a
potential hair transplant. In this
blog post, we explore the changes
in Mo Salah’s hair, the reasons
behind the speculation, and the
broader context of hair transplants
among athletes.
The Evolution of Mo Salah’s Hair
When Mo Salah first burst onto the
scene, his hair was notably thinner
and less dense than it appears
today. Over the years, fans and
media alike have observed a
transformation in his hair, noting
an increase in thickness and
fullness. This significant change
has led many to speculate that
Salah may have undergone a hair
transplant.
What is a hair transplant?
A hair transplant is a cosmetic
procedure where hair follicles are
moved from one part of the body
(usually the back or sides of the
head) to the balding or thinning
areas. There are two primary
techniques:
What is a FUT hair transplant?
1. Follicular Unit Transplantation
(FUT) is an invasive surgical
procedure used to treat the
most extreme cases of hair loss.
This treatment looks to take
long strips of donor’s hairs,
separate these into smaller
follicular units, and implant
them into the affected area.
Follicular Unit Transplantation is
one of the long-standing bastions
of hair transplant surgery. Often
called the “strip harvesting
method,
” this treatment is well
suited to treating conditions such
as male pattern baldness and
androgenetic alopecia.
This surgical procedure extracts a
long strip of hair follicles by
making a small incision into your
donor site on the back of your
scalp. After taking this strip, your
donor’s hairs are then put under a
microscope and intricately
separated into smaller groups of
individual follicular units (or “hair
grafts”). Then, these small
follicular units are implanted into
your affected area.
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experiencing pain during the
surgery, let us put you at ease. Not
only are all of our treatments
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What is a FUE hair transplant?
2. The FUE transplant procedure
looks to take anywhere between
1,000-6,000 individual hair
follicles from the donor area
and implant them onto the
balding/thinning area of your
scalp. This treatment,
conducted by one of our hair
restoration surgeons, in
essence,
“transports” hair that
doesn’t get affected by the
hormone DHT (which is one of
the main causes of hair loss)
onto the area of your scalp that
requires hair, thus leaving a
natural result as it is your own
hair that is used.
How does a DHI hair transplant work ?
3. If you require a reshaping of the
hairline, the surgeon may mark out
the recipient area with a marker
pen. This may help to bring the
hairline down to a typical length of
the eyebrows (5-7cm)
The doctor will design the hairline
with a marker pen when needed
whilst discussing this with the
patient and making sure that they
are happy.
The nurses/technicians will
shave the patient’s donor area in
order to be prepped for the
procedure. The doctor will then
administer the local anesthetic to
numb the area and make the
patient feel comfortable during
the procedure.
The surgeon will then begin
extracting one graft at a time from
the donor area using the Choi pen
and hand it to the technician,
which will pass another Choi pen
to the next graft.
• After the procedure, the hair
transplant surgeon will bandage
your head and provide you with an
antibiotic cream for use in the
future date. For more information
on aftercare, why not read our
aftercare page?
All three methods aim to provide a
natural-looking solution to hair
loss, which can significantly
improve the patient’s confidence
and appearance.
Evidence Supporting the Hair
Transplant Theory
Several factors have fueled the
rumors about Mo Salah’s potential
hair transplant:
1. Visible Change in Hair Density:
Comparisons of Salah’s photos
from earlier in his career to more
recent images show a noticeable
increase in hair density.
2. Consistency with Hair
Transplant Results: The natural-
looking density and coverage seen
in Salah’s hair align with the results
commonly achieved through
modern hair transplant
techniques.
3. Common Practice Among
Celebrities: Many high-profile
athletes and celebrities have
undergone hair transplants to
combat hair loss, making it a
plausible choice for someone in
the public eye like Salah.
Why Athletes Opt for Hair
Transplants
For professional athletes,
maintaining a youthful and
vigorous appearance can be
crucial, both for personal
confidence and public image. The
demands of constant media
exposure, coupled with the desire
to look their best on and off the
field, lead many athletes to
consider hair restoration
treatments. Hair transplants offer
a permanent solution, allowing
them to regain a fuller head of hair
with minimal downtime.
The Impact of Hair Transplants
Beyond the aesthetic benefits, hair
transplants can have a significant
psychological impact. Increased
confidence and self-esteem are
common outcomes, helping
individuals feel better about their
appearance. For someone like Mo
Salah, who is constantly in the
spotlight, such a transformation
can be particularly valuable.
Conclusion
While Mohamed Salah has not
publicly confirmed whether he has
undergone a hair transplant, the
visible changes in his hair have
sparked widespread speculation.
Whether through a hair transplant
or natural means, Salah’s new look
has undoubtedly contributed to
his image as one of football’s most
recognizable stars. As hair
transplants continue to gain
popularity among celebrities and
athletes, it remains a viable option
for anyone looking to combat hair
loss and enhance their
appearance.
What do you think about Mo
Salah’s hair transformation? Do
you believe he underwent a hair
transplant, or could it be the result
of other factors?
