Mallika Dureja
Many of us now experience hair loss concerns at a young age due to a variety of circumstances, such as an unhealthy lifestyle, food, medical conditions, and genetic factors. With the use of therapies/procedures, hair loss can now be managed, thanks to medical progress.
In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. BL Jangid, Dermatologist and Hair Transplant Surgeon at SkinQure Clinic in South Delhi, stated, “Meso-therapy is a non-invasive method for preventing hair loss and promoting hair growth. In this procedure, nutrient-rich liquid is injected into the skin layers surrounding the hair follicle; these layers are located between the skin’s tissue and fat layer. For the treatment of hair loss and thinning hair, both men and women can benefit from mesotherapy and microneedling.”
Dr. Sunil Kumar Prabhu, Senior Dermatologist and Aesthetic Physician at the Aster RV Hospital, continued, “Mesotherapy is a non-invasive process that is convenient, safe, and painless. It is used to treat a variety of conditions, including lipolysis, skin rejuvenation, pigmentation, and hair loss. Various chemicals, including plant extracts, nutrients, enzymes, homoeopathic remedies, medicines, vitamins, amino acids, and other bioactive components, are given into the dermis or subcutaneous layer over the course of treatment.
He continued, “Many other methods have been employed. The no-needle and micro-needle techniques are less intrusive. The ingredients chosen for the mesa cocktail depend on the indication and have a significant impact on the outcome. Despite its popularity, there are few large-scale investigations on the efficacy and safety profile of mesotherapy. To get the required outcomes, the selection of the appropriate product and technique must be made with great care.
During this operation, biotins, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, etc. are injected into the mesoderm in order to promote hair development and prevent hair loss, as stated by Dr. Jangid. He revealed, “It increases blood flow across the entire scalp and helps restore the balance of hormones in the mesoderm of the scalp. For optimal results, between six and ten sessions per week are necessary. According to professionals, persons with Androgenetic Alopecia or other types of hair loss benefit from this treatment. Mesotherapy is a treatment that is safe, effective, and almost painless.”
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Regarding the mechanism of action and rationale, Dr. Sunil Kumar stated, “The precise mechanism of action of mesotherapy is uncertain. By avoiding the systemic side effects of oral or intravenous medicine administration, mesotherapy enables a substance to penetrate deeper than a simple topical treatment. Mesotherapy is considered to stimulate a biological reaction by stimulating the body’s circulatory, lymphatic, and immunological systems. He highlighted the fundamental characteristics of the mesotherapy treatment that make it safe and effective:
It enhances the entry of big molecules into the superficial layers of the skin and hair.
Due to the sluggish clearance of topically administered medications by the general circulation, mesotherapy results in progressive penetration of the pharmaceuticals into the dermis/target area, leading in a longer duration of action, lower doses, and faster outcomes.
Multiple punctures during the operation enhance microcirculation.
The epidermal turnover and encouragement of collagen remodelling result in better skin tone and texture.
As the penetration is limited to the upper layers of skin, the technique is minimally invasive and painful, but it can be supplemented with topical anaesthesia in some cases.
Dr. Jangid concluded, “Mesotherapy is useful when combined with other treatments or procedures, but it cannot be regarded a primary treatment.” In addition, mesotherapy is not an FDA-approved treatment. Despite the fact that mesotherapy is non-invasive, practically painless, and has its own set of benefits, only a certified dermatologist can assess whether mesotherapy will be effective for your hair condition. Mesotherapy is useful for hair loss caused by stress, hormonal fluctuations, nutritional deficits, and other factors. When compared to invasive and surgical therapies for hair loss and thinning hair, mesotherapy can be regarded a practically painless and safe treatment alternative. Therefore, if you are experiencing hair loss, have a dermatologist evaluate your condition and give you with suitable guidance and treatment.”
