Treatment Overview
The Standard Body Hair Transplant (BHT) is a specialized hair restoration procedure that uses hair from various body areas—such as the beard, chest, abdomen, legs, or arms—as donor hair for scalp transplantation.
This technique is ideal for patients who have limited scalp donor supply or advanced hair loss. Korean clinics are experts in advanced FUE extraction, allowing body hair to be safely transplanted to the scalp for added density, coverage, and natural blending.
Purpose & Benefits
This procedure focuses on supplementing scalp donor shortages using strong, viable body hair grafts.
Key benefits include:
- Expands donor options for patients with low scalp donor density.
- Provides additional coverage for large balding areas.
- Useful for severe Norwood-class hair loss.
- Beard hair offers excellent thickness and coverage power.
- Chest and body hairs help create density and soft blending zones.
- Improves overall hairline and mid-scalp density when scalp hair is insufficient.
Ideal Candidates
You may be an ideal candidate if you:
- Have limited scalp donor availability.
- Experience advanced-pattern baldness requiring high graft numbers.
- Need repair from previous transplant procedures.
- Have strong, healthy beard or body hair available.
- Want greater density in the crown, mid-scalp, or blend areas.
- Are seeking an option when traditional FUE alone isn’t enough.
Possible Risks & Complications
Body hair behaves differently than scalp hair, so considerations include:
- Slightly more visible donor marks (depending on extraction area).
- Differences in texture between body and scalp hair.
- Variation in growth cycles—body hair may grow shorter.
- Temporary redness, swelling, or mild scabbing.
- Beard donor sites may feel tender for a few days.
- Rare ingrown hairs at donor sites.
Techniques & Technology Used
- Micro-FUE Body Extraction: Ultra-fine punches (0.6–0.9 mm) used to extract body hairs safely.
- Beard FUE Harvesting: High-yield, strong follicles ideal for dense packing.
- Zone-Specific Placement:
- Beard hair → mid-scalp & crown for volume
- Chest hair → blending zones
- Fine body hair → hairline softening
- Angle-Controlled Implantation: Ensures natural direction and mixing with scalp hair.
- Regenerative Support (Optional): PRP therapy to improve body hair growth after transplant.
Treatment Process in Korea
- Consultation & Donor Analysis: Surgeon assesses scalp and body donor availability.
- Hair Mapping: Determines which body areas best match the required scalp zones.
- Donor Area Preparation: Beard, chest, or body areas shaved and sterilized.
- Micro-FUE Extraction: Individual body hair follicles gently harvested.
- Scalp Implantation: Grafts placed strategically to maximize coverage and density.
- Blending Technique: Ensures body hair matches scalp hair direction and flow.
- After-Care Plan: Healing guidance for both donor and scalp areas.
Recovery & After-Care
- Redness and tiny scabs at donor sites for 2–5 days.
- Beard donor area typically heals faster than chest or leg donor sites.
- Avoid heavy sweating and sun exposure for one week.
- Transplanted body hairs shed in 3–6 weeks (normal).
- New growth begins at 3–4 months.
- Full results visible by 9–14 months (body hair grows slower than scalp hair).
Results & Longevity
- Increased scalp coverage, especially for large balding areas.
- Strong beard grafts add noticeable thickness and density.
- Body hair blends well when placed by experienced surgeons.
- Permanent growth once transplanted follicles settle.
- Improves the overall appearance of hair density and pattern.
Why Korea Is a Top Destination
- Korea is known for high-precision body hair extraction, especially beard FUE.
- Surgeons specialize in blending body hair with scalp hair for natural results.
- Low-trauma micro-tools ensure minimal scarring even in sensitive donor areas.
- Clinics provide detailed hair mapping for multidonor strategies.
- Competitive prices compared to Western clinics with advanced technology.
- Excellent support for international patients seeking large graft sessions.
Cost Range
The cost of a Standard Body Hair Transplant (BHT) in Korea depends on the number of grafts and donor areas:
- Small body graft session (300–800 grafts): ₩2,500,000 – ₩4,000,000 (≈ USD 2,000 – 3,200)
- Medium BHT session (800–1,500 grafts): ₩4,000,000 – ₩6,500,000 (≈ USD 3,200 – 5,200)
- Large BHT session (1,500–3,000+ grafts): ₩6,500,000 – ₩10,000,000 (≈ USD 5,200 – 8,000)
Includes consultation, extraction, implantation, anesthesia, medication, and follow-up.
Popular Clinics in Korea
- Dream Hairline Clinic (Seoul): Excellent at beard and chest hair donor extractions.
- Moaman Hair Transplant Clinic (Seoul): Known for large-session BHT and natural blending.
- Woomchan Hair Transplant Clinic (Gangnam): Specialist in multidonor hair restoration for international patients.
