Hara_Juku Tgirl
04-18-2007, 02:17 AM
Here is another critical topic that Im sure most wouldnt like to discuss but a few might be dealing/struggling with.
Anything helpful info's and experiences could go a long way to helping others. So please share your own experiences if applicable..i.e how you are managing, getting help or any types of treatments etc. :wink:
I hope this helps a bit to providing some information how to cope with this. I found this useful links at http://www.tsroadmap.com/ which I shall repost on here. The specific links are given below.
Hair loss and trans women
Mild to moderate thinning or recession
Look into an oral androgen blocker and topical minoxidil first. For some, this might be enough.
Some thinning or balding at the crown or frontal recession
You might benefit from hair transplants, but it's vital to go to someone really good and experienced! There are a lot of inept people performing hair transplants (believe me, I went to one and had to have them removed later).
Significant recession
At a certain point, hair transplant will probably not be a satisfactory option. You might be better off getting a scalp advancement, a scalp reduction, or both. This can even be done prior to transplants.
http://www.tsroadmap.com/physical/face/ousterhout1.html
If surgery is not an option
See hair systems below.
Thinning and recession
Brooklynne's tips while growing hair out
Hello my name is brooklynne and I found your site when I myself started to transition... One of the big things that I was concerned with when i started to transition was I wanted to have long feminine hair, the problem was my hair grow really slow and is only about 3-5 inches long, Then it accured to me that my friend get her hair braided with extensions added to the end of the braids this is fairly cheap (about $160 - $200) and makes a big difference when transition or at least for me it helped. My confidence was higher and I passed ten times more often I just thought i would offer my suggestion.
Denise's tips
The section on hair at your site is a little "thin," so for those of us without enough to have it medically corrected I thought I may (or may not) have something to contribute. I wear a human hair wig that I altered to be attached semi-permanently, it stays on 24/7 and is undetectable (it can also be made to be removed and reattached at will). I go jet-skiing and water skiing with no problems, it can cost $2000 or more to get this from a salon and about $150 a month for maintenance, I spend about $700 a year and do it myself (longer hair costs more and mine is about 20 inches), besides I still need two more facial surgeries.
This can be time consuming but once it's done, it's done!! Time or money? Hmmm!
Here is what you need to do: First, consult a professional about what style, length and color suit the shape of your face and is appropriate for your age (important!) nothing screams "read me" like an unsuitable style.
Another reader's experiences
I received the following in December 2005:
top four photos are "after" pictures, lowest photo is a "before" picture of hair loss at crown.
http://www.tsroadmap.com/images/hair.jpg
Facts:
When I started transitioning I was 35 years old with extensive hair loss.
I have been on Proscar (Propecia) for 3 years. Proscar can be prescribed and in some cases be covered by insurance. Propecia is never covered by insurance. Proscar and Propecia are the same product.
I have been using Minoxidil (Rogaine) for 3 years. Use the normal strength generic Minoxidil. The extra strength is a waste of money and Rogaine and Generic Minoxidil are the same thing. Rogain is a brand name and costs more.
After 3 years I had regrown some hair, maybe 15% of it came back. It was wispy and fine. But the most important part was that the hair stopped falling out.
I then went to Hasson & Wong for hair transplants. I received 4,500 hair transplants. That was 2 years ago. It cost $11,000.00 It was worth every penny spent. The people there were honest and not out for money. I know another transperson that Hasson & Wong turned away even though the person was loaded with cash. They were honest with her and said it would be a waste of her money because her hair loss was too far advanced.
Post transplants my hair isn't perfect and Hasson & Wong told me it wouldn't be during the consultation. It is thin/fine and that is genetic from both parents. My mother could use transplants and she is in her mid 50s. Matter of fact my hair is better than my mother's hair.
Post transplants I use Nioxon shampoo & conditioner. I still take Proscar and Minoxidil to protect my investment. It is a lifetime commitment.
I couldn't deal with a lifetime of wigs if avoidable. 11k is a lot of money for me; I only make 39k a year. But I have a 401k and I took money it out of that fund. The penalty for withdrawing this money early was $3,000 dollars. But it was worth it. So technically the hair transplants cost me $14K.
Bad hair can ruin all attempts at a female presentation. Before the transplants without a wig I never ever passed. After the hair transplants I pass with ease. It was frustrating because my features are naturally not masculine. The face shot photo is not for public disclosure. I only include it to make a point about the passing issue and the importance of good hair. My quality of life improved so much after the hair transplants. I suppose it is equivalent to the feelings of many transwomen after FFS.
For more on this: http://www.tsroadmap.com/physical/hair-loss.html
__________________________________________________ ___________
~Kisses.
HTG
Anything helpful info's and experiences could go a long way to helping others. So please share your own experiences if applicable..i.e how you are managing, getting help or any types of treatments etc. :wink:
I hope this helps a bit to providing some information how to cope with this. I found this useful links at http://www.tsroadmap.com/ which I shall repost on here. The specific links are given below.
Hair loss and trans women
Mild to moderate thinning or recession
Look into an oral androgen blocker and topical minoxidil first. For some, this might be enough.
Some thinning or balding at the crown or frontal recession
You might benefit from hair transplants, but it's vital to go to someone really good and experienced! There are a lot of inept people performing hair transplants (believe me, I went to one and had to have them removed later).
Significant recession
At a certain point, hair transplant will probably not be a satisfactory option. You might be better off getting a scalp advancement, a scalp reduction, or both. This can even be done prior to transplants.
http://www.tsroadmap.com/physical/face/ousterhout1.html
If surgery is not an option
See hair systems below.
Thinning and recession
Brooklynne's tips while growing hair out
Hello my name is brooklynne and I found your site when I myself started to transition... One of the big things that I was concerned with when i started to transition was I wanted to have long feminine hair, the problem was my hair grow really slow and is only about 3-5 inches long, Then it accured to me that my friend get her hair braided with extensions added to the end of the braids this is fairly cheap (about $160 - $200) and makes a big difference when transition or at least for me it helped. My confidence was higher and I passed ten times more often I just thought i would offer my suggestion.
Denise's tips
The section on hair at your site is a little "thin," so for those of us without enough to have it medically corrected I thought I may (or may not) have something to contribute. I wear a human hair wig that I altered to be attached semi-permanently, it stays on 24/7 and is undetectable (it can also be made to be removed and reattached at will). I go jet-skiing and water skiing with no problems, it can cost $2000 or more to get this from a salon and about $150 a month for maintenance, I spend about $700 a year and do it myself (longer hair costs more and mine is about 20 inches), besides I still need two more facial surgeries.
This can be time consuming but once it's done, it's done!! Time or money? Hmmm!
Here is what you need to do: First, consult a professional about what style, length and color suit the shape of your face and is appropriate for your age (important!) nothing screams "read me" like an unsuitable style.
Another reader's experiences
I received the following in December 2005:
top four photos are "after" pictures, lowest photo is a "before" picture of hair loss at crown.
http://www.tsroadmap.com/images/hair.jpg
Facts:
When I started transitioning I was 35 years old with extensive hair loss.
I have been on Proscar (Propecia) for 3 years. Proscar can be prescribed and in some cases be covered by insurance. Propecia is never covered by insurance. Proscar and Propecia are the same product.
I have been using Minoxidil (Rogaine) for 3 years. Use the normal strength generic Minoxidil. The extra strength is a waste of money and Rogaine and Generic Minoxidil are the same thing. Rogain is a brand name and costs more.
After 3 years I had regrown some hair, maybe 15% of it came back. It was wispy and fine. But the most important part was that the hair stopped falling out.
I then went to Hasson & Wong for hair transplants. I received 4,500 hair transplants. That was 2 years ago. It cost $11,000.00 It was worth every penny spent. The people there were honest and not out for money. I know another transperson that Hasson & Wong turned away even though the person was loaded with cash. They were honest with her and said it would be a waste of her money because her hair loss was too far advanced.
Post transplants my hair isn't perfect and Hasson & Wong told me it wouldn't be during the consultation. It is thin/fine and that is genetic from both parents. My mother could use transplants and she is in her mid 50s. Matter of fact my hair is better than my mother's hair.
Post transplants I use Nioxon shampoo & conditioner. I still take Proscar and Minoxidil to protect my investment. It is a lifetime commitment.
I couldn't deal with a lifetime of wigs if avoidable. 11k is a lot of money for me; I only make 39k a year. But I have a 401k and I took money it out of that fund. The penalty for withdrawing this money early was $3,000 dollars. But it was worth it. So technically the hair transplants cost me $14K.
Bad hair can ruin all attempts at a female presentation. Before the transplants without a wig I never ever passed. After the hair transplants I pass with ease. It was frustrating because my features are naturally not masculine. The face shot photo is not for public disclosure. I only include it to make a point about the passing issue and the importance of good hair. My quality of life improved so much after the hair transplants. I suppose it is equivalent to the feelings of many transwomen after FFS.
For more on this: http://www.tsroadmap.com/physical/hair-loss.html
__________________________________________________ ___________
~Kisses.
HTG