Completely Unshaven Long Sapphire Hair Transplant in Istanbul
Thinking about a hair transplant but don't want to shave your hair? At Istanbul Stella Hair, we offer Long Sapphire hair transplantation without shaving your donor area or the area receiving new hair. We preserve the length of your existing hair while carefully placing new follicles where they are needed.
Our approach brings together individual follicle extraction and sapphire-tipped instruments, with a treatment plan tailored to your hairline, hair density and personal needs.
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What is a Long Sapphire hair transplant?
Long Sapphire is a hair transplant approach designed for people who want to keep their existing hair long. We collect hair follicles individually using the FUE technique and place them into small openings prepared with sapphire-tipped instruments, all without shaving your hair.
The follicles are typically collected from the back of the scalp, known as the donor area. We then place them in areas affected by thinning or a receding hairline. Throughout the procedure, we work around your existing hair and consider its natural direction.
The sapphire tip is used to prepare the tiny openings for the follicles. It is one part of the transplant technique, while your individual hair characteristics guide the overall treatment plan.
Discuss your hair transplant options with us ↗What makes our unshaven Long Sapphire procedure different?
We focus on preserving your current hair length while planning the placement of new follicles with care.
No shaving of either area
We perform this service without shaving the back of your scalp or the treatment area. Your existing hair stays at its current length during the procedure.
Sapphire-tipped channel preparation
We use sapphire-tipped instruments to prepare the small openings for the new follicles, taking the direction of your existing hair into account.
A personalised hairline plan
We consider your facial features, current hair density and areas of thinning to plan a hairline and follicle distribution suited to you.
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A treatment plan built around your hair
We begin by listening to your concerns and understanding the changes you would like to address. We assess your pattern of hair loss, the density of the donor area and the condition of the areas requiring treatment.
We also review your relevant medical history and explain whether Long Sapphire is a suitable option. If it is, we talk you through the treatment stages, the preparation for procedure day and the care you will need afterwards.
Our goal is to help you make an informed decision with a clear understanding of the procedure.
Book a Personal Consultation ↗How is a Long Sapphire hair transplant performed?
We guide you through every stage, from planning the hairline to caring for the treated area.
Planning your hairline
We identify the areas that need additional hair and plan the hairline, direction and distribution of the follicles based on your existing hair.
Collecting the hair follicles
Following suitable anaesthesia, we collect follicles individually from the donor area using FUE, without shaving the surrounding hair.
Preparing and placing the follicles
We create small openings in the treatment area using sapphire-tipped instruments, then place the follicles in their planned positions.
Guiding you through aftercare
We explain how to wash your hair, protect the treated area and handle your existing long hair during the early recovery period.
Long Sapphire, Long FUE and Sapphire FUE
Long Sapphire brings together two elements: collecting follicles using FUE and preparing their placement sites with sapphire-tipped instruments. At Istanbul Stella Hair, we carry out this particular service without shaving the donor or treatment area.
Our Long FUE service focuses on planning FUE transplantation around existing long hair. You can also read about the Sapphire FUE technique and how sapphire-tipped instruments are used in hair transplantation.
We help you understand the available options and assess which approach best matches your hair and treatment needs.
Ask us which method may suit you ↗
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What can you expect after Long Sapphire?
Your existing hair remains long, but the transplanted follicles need time to grow. During the first days, you may experience redness, sensitivity or crusting. Some transplanted hairs may shed in the early weeks before new growth develops over the following months.
We explain when to start washing and how to move your longer hair gently, without pulling or rubbing the treated area. Follow the specific instructions provided by your care team.
If you experience severe pain, fever, discharge or any unexpected symptoms, seek prompt medical advice.
Explore our patient guide ↗Who may be suitable for an unshaven hair transplant?
Long Sapphire may be an option if you want to maintain your hair length while addressing a receding hairline or areas of thinning. It can be particularly relevant for people who prefer not to shave their head for a procedure.
Not every type of hair loss is best treated with transplantation. We assess the cause of hair loss, the available donor hair and your health before discussing a recommendation.
Request an assessment ↗Your Long Sapphire questions answered
Find clear answers about the unshaven procedure, sapphire technique, recovery and suitability.
Will I need to shave my hair for a Long Sapphire transplant?
No. At Istanbul Stella Hair, our Long Sapphire procedure is performed without shaving either the donor area or the area receiving the new hair. We preserve the length of your existing hair and assess whether this approach is suitable for you during your consultation.
What is a Long Sapphire hair transplant?
Long Sapphire is our completely unshaven hair transplant approach. We collect hair follicles individually using the FUE technique, prepare the areas where they will be placed with sapphire-tipped instruments, and carefully implant them among your existing hair.
How are hair follicles collected without shaving?
We work between your existing strands to reach the donor area and collect follicles individually. The number of follicles we can safely collect depends on the density and condition of your donor hair.
What is the benefit of using sapphire-tipped instruments?
Sapphire-tipped instruments are used to create the small openings where the hair follicles will be placed. We plan their position, angle and direction to work with your existing hair. The instrument itself does not guarantee a particular result or recovery time.
How is Long Sapphire different from Long FUE?
Both approaches involve collecting individual hair follicles with FUE. Our Long Sapphire service combines this with sapphire-tipped channel preparation and a completely unshaven procedure. We explain the preparation and placement approach for Long FUE separately.
Am I suitable for a completely unshaven hair transplant?
That depends on your pattern of hair loss, donor hair density, the area you want to treat and your medical history. We assess these factors before recommending Long Sapphire.
How long does a Long Sapphire procedure take?
The duration varies with the size of the treatment area and the number of follicles needed. We discuss the expected procedure time after evaluating your hair.
How should I care for my hair after the procedure?
We explain when to begin washing and how to handle your longer hair without pulling or rubbing the treated area. Your care team will provide instructions suited to your procedure.
When will I see new hair growth?
Your existing hair remains long, but transplanted hair does not grow to its final appearance immediately. Some transplanted hairs may shed in the early weeks, and new growth develops over the following months. Results vary from person to person.
Explore our other hair transplant options
Learn about other methods and the differences that may matter for your personal treatment plan.
Explore Long Sapphire without shaving your hair
If keeping your current hair length is important to you, contact us to discuss Long Sapphire. We can explain the treatment stages, review your suitability and answer your questions about the procedure and aftercare.
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