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If the hair loss was temporary, stopping minoxidil will not cause additional shedding. However, in ongoing hair loss conditions (such as androgenetic alopecia), stopping minoxidil leads to a gradual loss of the maintained effect, and hair that was being sustained may slowly shed. It does not make hair loss worse than before starting the treatment.

Finasteride and dutasteride are generally not recommended for women of reproductive age due to the risk of fetal abnormalities. For female hair loss, alternatives such as spironolactone (androgen receptor blocker), topical minoxidil, and alfatradiol are used. Spironolactone also requires caution and contraception in women of reproductive age. Since female hair loss is often multifactorial, evaluation of hormones, thyroid function, and anemia is necessary before selecting a treatment plan.

Oral minoxidil is systemically absorbed and improves overall scalp blood flow, and is increasingly used at low doses due to its effectiveness. Typical starting doses are 1.25–2.5 mg for women and 2.5–5 mg for men. Topical minoxidil is applied directly to the scalp, producing localized vasodilation with a lower risk of systemic side effects. Rather than combining both immediately, it is common to start with one and adjust based on follicle condition and side effects.

DHT inhibitors often require long-term use because stopping them leads to a rise in DHT levels and recurrence of hair loss. However, duration and dosage can be adjusted depending on progression and side effects. If long-term medication is burdensome, a combined approach with injections or procedures and reduced dosage can be discussed with a specialist.

Side effects such as sexual dysfunction from finasteride and dutasteride are reported in about 1–5% of clinical cases, and are usually reversible after stopping the medication. If side effects are a concern, hair loss progression can also be slowed using minimized medication strategies such as topical minoxidil, alfatradiol, and follicle-strengthening injections. Recently, topical finasteride has also been introduced as an alternative. It is important to determine the appropriate treatment intensity based on follicle condition and progression speed with a specialist.

Finasteride inhibits only type 2 5-alpha reductase, partially reducing DHT, while dutasteride inhibits both type 1 and type 2, resulting in a stronger DHT reduction effect. Dutasteride is more effective at suppressing hair loss, but may also have a higher potential for hormonal side effects. The appropriate choice depends on hair loss stage, age, and side effect history.

The treatment cost varies depending on the current stage of hair loss, combination treatment plan, and treatment cycle. Exact pricing is provided after a Precise Diagnosis of scalp and follicles, and can be guided through in-person or online consultation.

The two treatments work differently, so when combined they can provide complementary effects. Relaxing fascial tension with Scalp Botox and supplying growth factors and nutrients to follicles with the CHECK injection increases follicle activity. HairON Clinic designs whether and in what order to combine these treatments based on the scalp condition.

Scalp Botox is particularly effective for stress-related hair loss, hair loss due to autonomic nervous system imbalance, and hair loss accompanied by scalp heat and reduced blood flow. In cases of androgenetic alopecia, it can be used as a complementary treatment for improving the scalp environment, but it may not be suitable as a treatment for advanced cases where follicles have already been lost, so a specialist diagnosis is required first.

Temporary redness or mild swelling may occur after the procedure, but it usually subsides naturally within one day. In cases of severe scalp inflammation or certain conditions, suitability is determined through prior diagnosis.

Generally, one session lasts about 3–6 months, with variation depending on stress levels, hair loss stage, and combination treatments. When combined with hair loss medication and follicle strengthening injections (HairON CHECK injection) and maintained regularly, scalp conditions stabilize cumulatively, leading to long-term hair loss suppression effects.

Scalp Botox is administered via manual injection, and although it varies by individual, the pain is generally mild, similar to a slight tingling sensation. Before the procedure, scalp scaling and steam care are performed to sufficiently relax the scalp and minimize discomfort.

Although the botulinum toxin ingredient is the same, the purpose and injection method differ. In dermatology, it is injected deeply into muscle layers for wrinkle improvement, whereas Scalp Botox is administered in a shallower layer to relax scalp fascia and calm nerve endings. It is a hair-loss treatment specialized for improving scalp heat, itchiness, and blood flow.

Scalp Botox relaxes scalp fascia tension and restores capillary blood flow, creating an environment where hair follicles receive sufficient oxygen and nutrients. It is especially effective for stress-related hair loss and autonomic nervous system imbalance-related hair loss, and shows higher treatment response rates when combined with hair loss medication and follicle strengthening injections (HairON CHECK injection). It should be understood as a treatment that improves the environment that worsens hair loss.

By enabling an approach tailored to the cause, it reduces unnecessary treatment and plays a key role in improving treatment efficiency.

It is used not only for initial diagnosis but also as a standard to continuously monitor changes during treatment and lifestyle impact.

It helps determine whether it is temporary shedding or persistent hair loss, reducing unnecessary treatment.

Sudden hair loss, inconsistent treatment response, or worsening hair loss after lifestyle changes.

It serves as a basis for determining necessary tests and treatment intensity, and is the starting point for later planning.

Rather than identifying a single cause, the goal is to understand the structure of multiple factors and set a treatment direction.

Hair loss onset time, progression process, lifestyle habits, sleep, stress, and previous treatment responses are comprehensively analyzed.

Because even the same hair loss can have different causes, it must come first to set the direction.

A diagnostic process that analyzes the causes of hair loss from an internal medicine perspective, identifying both the background of onset and lifestyle factors.

Wegovy and Mounjaro do not directly cause hair loss themselves. However, reduced appetite leading to insufficient nutritional intake and rapid weight loss may cause temporary telogen effluvium.

Follion Scalp Injection is a proprietary formulation developed by HairON Clinic, containing growth factors and multiple components necessary for scalp and hair health management. Stem cell injection therapies induce the body to produce regenerative factors internally rather than directly supplying all components found in CHECK Injection ampoules. This creates an environment where cells continuously generate regenerative signals, promoting more stable and long-term recovery of damaged tissues and cells.