What You Need to Know About Direct Hair Implantation—And Why More Women Are Considering It

Hair care has become a staple in modern beauty routines, but if we’re to talk about hair restoration, that’s a conversation best had with experts. Hair loss in itself is a bit of a hush-hush topic among men, yet research shows that such an issue is no longer just a man’s concern, with over 40 percent of women experiencing thinning locks and excessive stand loss as well.

“Alopecia in women, among other causes for hair loss, is more common than many people think,” explains Rafael Fortus, MD, a hair restoration expert and medical director of the Makati-based hair clinic Clinique de Paris. “The most common type of alopecia is androgenetic alopecia, which is also known as female pattern hair loss. It affects around 30 to 50 percent of women over their lifetime. And while prevention is better than a cure, early treatment is much better than waiting until [the condition] becomes severe.”

By blending Asian and European hair restoration techniques, Clinique de Paris shares that its signature Direct Hair Implantation (DHI) treatment lets the experience showcase its results. “It’s a minimally-invasive technique,” says the medical director. “That’s why it’s an attractive option for women looking to enhance their hairline or add volume without extensive procedures.”

Ludovic Branellec, Nicole Sheker, and Rafael Fortus, MD/Clinique de Paris

The treatment extracts, preserves, and restores the patient’s hair, and Dr. Fortus shares that the clinic’s approach prioritizes a painless and non-scarring process with minimal downtime for each patient. 

However, taking the next step for your hair doesn’t necessarily require surgery or extensive planning. With a range of non-invasive procedures, Clinique de Paris’ platelet and exosome mesotherapy procedures, as well as its hair loss serum treatments, are meant for those looking to better maintain and improve their hair health. “These procedures are designed to enhance existing hair density and promote regrowth. And just like with DHI, we blend science with art and make sure that every hairline design is unique and compatible with the patient,” Dr. Fortus explains.

Given that hair loss is not just a physical journey, but an emotional one, Dr. Fortus and his team created a hair restoration experience that’s as approachable as possible, all without compromising the science that goes into its services.

Establishing a comfortable environment begins and ends with conversation, guiding patients through each step of their restoration journey. “From an initial assessment with our experts to a customized treatment plan, we make sure each patient understands their options before starting their hair restoration journey with us,” Dr. Fortus says.

Because the team in Clinique de Paris also understands that the conversations surrounding hair restoration is still thought of as a man’s concern, they created the “Hair Heroes” campaign, championing female celebrities such as Belle Rodolfo, Angie King, and Joey Mead King, who took their hair care needs into their own hands. “We aim to normalize hair restoration solutions and encourage open conversations about hair health,” Dr. Fortus explains.

Belle Rodolfo/Clinique de Paris

Angie King/Clinique de Paris

Joey King/Clinique de Paris

Stepping into the clinic at the heart of Makati City’s business district, you’ll notice that Clinique de Paris has taken its desire for approachability to its interior design, with a clay-colored palette and a glass-walled lounge, emulating the feel of a trip to the spa or hotel. “We believe that a welcoming, relaxing environment enhances the treatment journey, helping our clients feel at ease while they invest in their self-care,” says Dr. Fortus.

They take pride in exclusively providing DHI treatments in the Philippines, and Dr. Fortus shares how the team abides by their vision—not only in putting their patients’ hair care journey at the forefront, but also normalizing hair restoration and nuanced hair concerns by creating a space that feels like another stop to your self-care weekends.

“Good cosmetic surgery is not about making everyone look the same. It is quite the opposite—good cosmetic surgery should enhance and preserve the individuality of each person. Our mantra is for hair transplants to be so good that no one can tell.”

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Visit the Clinique de Paris website to view their articles on hair care and schedule a consultation to explore which treatment fits best; visit their Facebook and Instagram pages to learn more about their services.