In short
- Uses FUE — grafts taken from the back of the scalp implanted into the face.
- London cost: £4,500–£10,500 depending on coverage (1,000–3,000 grafts).
- Angle work is more critical than in scalp — hairs must lay flat and follow natural direction.
- Full result at 12–14 months.
Beard transplants have grown steadily in London for a decade — patchy beards, scar concealment, and gender-affirming facial hair are the three main indications. The technique is the same FUE as scalp; the artistic demands are higher.
Who a beard transplant suits
Men with patchy or thin beard growth wanting fuller coverage. Anyone with a facial scar wanting camouflage. Trans men wanting facial hair as part of transition — this is a well-established indication in London gender clinics.
London cost and technique
- Cheek and jawline fill: 1,000–1,500 grafts, £4,500–£6,500.
- Full beard restoration: 2,000–3,000 grafts, £7,500–£10,500.
- Moustache: 300–800 grafts, £2,000–£4,000.
- Session length: 6–8 hours.
Why angle work matters more here
Scalp hair grows at 30–45° from the skin. Beard hair grows at 5–15° — nearly flat. A graft implanted at scalp angle sticks straight out and looks obviously wrong. Insist on a surgeon with visible beard-specific case work.
A poor beard transplant is more visible than a poor hairline transplant — because it lives on your face.
Frequently asked
Common questions
Will transplanted beard hair grow like scalp hair?+
It grows continuously (as scalp hair does) — you'll need to trim it regularly, unlike native beard hair which self-limits somewhat.
How long is recovery?+
Small crusts for 7–10 days; back to work in most jobs within 2 weeks.
Is it painful?+
Local anaesthetic during; mild soreness for 3–5 days after.
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