Thinning Hair Treatment for Men in Oak Lawn, IL
Less hair on the pillow.
Thinning hair treatment for men starts with the cause. A receding hairline, a thinner crown or more hair in the drain can come from family history, stress, health or some medicines.
See every treatment we offer
- Cause first, then a plan
- Hairline and crown
- Free parking
What causes thinning hair in men?
The most common cause in men is pattern hair loss that runs in families. It usually begins at the temples, at the crown, or both. It builds slowly over years.
Other causes come on faster. Shedding can start a few months after an illness, surgery or a lot of stress. Low iron, thyroid problems and some medicines play a part too. Many of these get better once the cause is treated.
When to see a doctor about thinning hair
- Hair falls out suddenly or in patches
- Your scalp is red, scaly or sore
- You also feel tired or cold all the time
- The thinning started after a new medicine or an illness
A blood test can find iron, thyroid or hormone causes that a med spa treatment will not fix. Hair treatment here works alongside that, not in place of it.
Male pattern hair loss: what it looks like
In men, pattern thinning usually shows as a hairline that moves back at the temples, a thinner crown, or both. It can start early, even in your 20s.
Women with thinning hair can ask at the consult too. Hormone conditions like PCOS can thin the hair on the scalp and grow it on the chin. See unwanted facial hair and PCOS.
Consult first. Walk-ins welcome.
Not sure which treatment fits? Start with a consult. Walk-ins welcome, Tuesday to Saturday.
“I’ve been going to Magic Femtouch for a couple years and it’s honestly my favorite med spa.”
PRP hair restoration
PRP is platelet-rich plasma, taken from a small draw of your own blood. It is injected into the thinning areas of the scalp over a series of sessions, then upkeep.
It suits hair that is thinning but still growing, not areas that are already bald. See how PRP hair restoration works.
Thinning hair treatment options
| Option | What it does | When it fits |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor's visit and blood tests | Looks for iron, thyroid and hormone causes | First, especially for sudden or patchy loss |
| Medicine from your doctor | Slows pattern thinning with daily use | Pattern thinning |
| PRP injections | Plasma from your blood, injected into thinning areas | Thinning hair that is still growing |
| Hair transplant | A surgeon moves hair to thin areas | Areas that are already bald |
Many people pair a doctor's treatment with PRP. Results vary, and PRP is not a cure for hair loss.
When to start
Treatment tends to do more when started early, while the hair is still growing but finer. Smooth, bald skin does not respond to injections. Take photos of your hairline and crown now, so you can compare later.
Consult first. Walk-ins welcome.
Not sure which treatment fits? Start with a consult. Walk-ins welcome, Tuesday to Saturday.
“…she and her staff are incredibly professional, friendly, and genuinely care about their clients.”
What the first year looks like
- 1Find the cause
A doctor's check and blood tests, then a consult here.
- 2The series
Sessions spaced out over a few months, with photos at the first visit.
- 3Less shedding
Some people notice less hair in the brush first.
- 4Judge and keep up
Compare photos after 6 to 12 months, then decide on upkeep.
Consult first. Walk-ins welcome.
Ask about thinning hair. Send the form, or call (708) 529-7655 with questions first.
“The staff was professional, kind, and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire visit. The clinic is beautiful, clean, and very welcoming.”
Visit
Our Oak Lawn med spa, on 95th Street
6830 W 95th St, between Ridgeland and Harlem. Free parking. Walk-ins welcome, Tuesday to Saturday.
| Tuesday | 12 – 7 pm |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | 10 am – 5 pm |
| Thursday | 12 – 7 pm |
| Friday | 10 am – 5 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am – 4 pm |
| Sunday, Monday | Closed |
Getting here
Rough drive times with light traffic.
- Chicago Ridge, Burbank, BridgeviewSouth on Ridgeland or Harlem to 95th. About 5 minutes.
- Worth, Palos Hills, Palos HeightsNorth on Harlem Avenue. About 5 to 10 minutes.
- Hickory HillsEast on 95th Street. About 5 minutes.
- Evergreen Park, Beverly, Mount GreenwoodWest on 95th Street. About 10 to 15 minutes.
What helps thinning hair in men?
Finding the cause comes first. Family history is the most common cause in men, but stress, illness, low iron, thyroid problems and some medicines can play a part. At Magic FemTouch MedSpa in Oak Lawn, PRP hair restoration is one option for hair that is thinning but still growing. Sudden or patchy hair loss needs a doctor first.
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Questions
Thinning hair questions
Can thinning hair grow back?
It depends on the cause. Shedding from stress or illness often grows back once the trigger passes. Pattern thinning can be slowed while the roots still grow hair. Bald areas do not respond to injections.
What is the difference between shedding and thinning?
Shedding is losing more hairs than usual, often a few months after stress or illness, and it usually settles. Thinning is hair growing back finer and sparser over time. The two can happen together.
Is a receding hairline the same as thinning hair?
Not always. A hairline that moves back at the temples is one sign of pattern hair loss, and a thinner crown is another. Some men have both, and your provider looks at both at the consult.
When should I see a doctor about thinning hair?
See a doctor if hair falls out suddenly or in patches, or if your scalp is red, scaly or sore. Also go if you feel tired or cold all the time. Those can point to a medical cause.
How long until I can judge a treatment?
Hair grows slowly, about half an inch a month. Give any treatment at least three to six months before you judge it.
How much does hair restoration cost?
PRP is done as a series, then upkeep, so the number of sessions sets the cost. It is priced at your consult.
Book a visit
Request an appointment
The front desk calls or texts you back during opening hours, Tuesday to Saturday.
- Consult first, then the plan
- Walk-ins welcome
- Free parking
“The entire office is always very warm, welcoming, and professional. Everyone is extremely attentive and always answers all of my questions.”