A widow’s peak is a type of hairline characterised by its typical V shape. The hair forms a point in the centre of the forehead, creating the distinctive widow’s peak hairline.
A widow’s peak can be confused with a receding hairline, even though it’s not a sign of hair loss in its own right. So some people seek a widow’s peak hair transplant to straighten out their hairline.
In this article, you’ll learn all about widow’s peak transplants, including:
A widow’s peak hair transplant is a type of cosmetic surgery designed to amend your hairline. It involves removing follicles from the back and sides of the head and moving them to your hairline. For a widow’s peak, this is usually for one of two reasons:
Whichever is relevant to you, you can get widow’s peak surgery if you’re eligible.
If you’ve decided to have a hair transplant to blend your widow’s peak into the rest of your hair, the Wimpole Clinic can help. We offer two different types of procedures when it comes to widow’s peak transplants: FUE (follicular unit extraction) and FUT (follicular unit transplantation).
A FUT transplant is performed by harvesting strips of skin containing healthy, active hair follicles from the back or side of your head. The surgeon then dissects this strip into hair follicle clusters, reimplanting the hair grafts into the affected areas.
This type of hair transplant costs a little more than FUE widow’s peak surgery, as it’s a more involved, invasive procedure that requires more staff to perform it effectively.
There’s also a higher risk of hair transplant scarring with FUT, as the grafts need to be harvested in strips. This means that a FUT hair transplant is recommended for patients who intend to wear their hair long, covering the scars.
Although the surgery itself is usually completed within a day, it does take longer to complete due to its invasive nature. That’s why FUT recovery time is a little longer than FUE recovery. With both procedures, you’ll usually see new hair growth within 6-18 months.
If you think FUT is right for your widow’s peak transplant, but you’re worried about scarring, scalp micropigmentation can help cover it.
An FUE transplant is a more modern, advanced approach to the procedure. The surgeon will use a tiny punch, 0.6-0.8mm in diameter, to remove follicles individually from the donor area. The procedure is minimally invasive and therefore does not cause noticeable scarring, meaning you can wear your hair however you like.
Both FUE and FUT are equally effective for straightening a widow’s peak, so the option that’s best for you comes down to other factors:
There are three steps to any hair transplant procedure, including widow’s peak surgery:
The cost of a hair transplant to address a widow’s peak will depend on the number of hair grafts that need to be relocated, among other factors (such as location and surgical complexity). The number of grafts required for a widow’s peak hair transplant is generally low, but it varies for each person.
The image below will help you estimate the number of grafts needed, but it’s essential to consider the density of the area as well. Although the area may seem small, achieving a natural appearance may necessitate a significant number of grafts.
According to our hair transplant cost analysis, The typical 2,000 graft hair transplant cost in the UK is on average £4,820. See our hair transplant prices for both FUT and FUE at the Wimpole Clinic.
If you’re looking for a solution that is less intensive than a V shape hair transplant, there are a few options available. Instead of adding hair to the spaces highlighted by the ‘V’ shape, some people prefer to remove the ‘V’ itself.
This can be done by:
If you have a widow’s peak that is causing issues with self-confidence or you are experiencing hair loss, we’re here to help.
We’ve been performing expert hair restoration services for more than 50 years, even receiving the ‘Hair Transplant Clinic of The Year Award’ 3 years running. It is for this reason that our leading hair loss team is able to provide consistently outstanding services.
We offer a range of services, from FUT/strip surgery and FUE to eyebrow transplants and beard restoration services.
If you’re unsure about where to begin, read our prepared list of questions to ask before getting a hair transplant to get the most out of your hair restoration consultation. Our trichology team is on hand to answer any questions or concerns you may have about your hairline and all things hair-related including treatments to prevent further hair loss.
Book your free consultation with our team to get started.
Find out more about getting a hair transplant for a widow’s peak in these commonly asked questions.
Yes, it’s possible to get a hair transplant without shaving your head if you have a widow’s peak. It’s not always necessary to shave your head if you have FUT, and unshaven FUE may be an option in some cases. Talk to your surgeon if you’re considering an unshaven widow’s peak transplant.
At the Wimpole Clinic, yes — many of our patients opt to get a hair transplant on finance. This can help you spread the cost of your widow’s peak hair transplant over several months.
Minoxidil may help restore any hair loss along your hairline, but it won’t regrow hair where it wasn’t previously. So you can’t use Minoxidil to straighten out a widow’s peak, but you can use it if you’re losing hair along your hairline.
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