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Hair System for Alopecia in London
Alopecia can take hair in patches or all at once, and a hair system covers it without surgery or a long wait. It is bonded to your scalp, matched to your colour and, if you still have some hair, cut in with it. At The Hair Standard, our private men’s studio in NW10, north west London, a hair system for alopecia starts from £495, with the fitting, cut and styling included, and the first consultation is free.
Is this you?
Signs of Alopecia in Men
Alopecia does not always look like the thinning most men expect. Alopecia areata usually shows up as a smooth, round bare patch, often about the size of a coin, on the scalp or in the beard. It can appear within days. Some men then get more patches that join up, and a few lose all the hair on the scalp.
It often arrives with no warning, which is part of what makes it hard. Patches can grow back and then fall out again, so a man can spend years not knowing what his hair will do next.
Other signs depend on the type. Traction alopecia shows as thinning along the hairline and temples after years of tight styles. Scarring types can leave smooth, shiny skin where the hair used to grow, and they need a doctor’s attention.
If you have found a bare patch, sudden shedding or a sore scalp, see your GP or a dermatologist first. A hair system covers the loss. It does not diagnose it.
Types of Alopecia in Men
Alopecia is a general word for hair loss, and several different conditions sit under it. They look different and they behave differently, so it helps to know which one you are dealing with.
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Alopecia Areata
An autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks hair follicles, causing round bare patches. It can come and go. Our post on alopecia areata vs male pattern baldness explains how to tell it apart.
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Alopecia Totalis and Universalis
Totalis means the loss of all the hair on the scalp, and universalis means loss of hair across the whole body. There is more on living with alopecia totalis and hair systems.
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Traction Alopecia
Hair loss from years of pulling, such as tight braids, cornrows or locs. It hits the hairline and temples first. We cover whether a hair system can help with traction alopecia.
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Scarring Alopecia
Conditions that damage the follicle itself and cause permanent loss. They can cause pain, redness or itching, and they need a doctor to diagnose and treat them.
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Male Pattern Hair Loss
Also called androgenetic alopecia, and the most common type in men. It is driven by genes and hormones, and it follows a pattern of receding temples and a thinning crown.
If you are not sure which type you have, speak to your GP or a dermatologist. Some types can be treated, and a hair system covers the result whichever one it is.
How a hair system helps
How a Hair System Covers Alopecia
A hair system does not care why the hair is missing. It sits over the scalp, covers the patches or the whole top, and it is made to match whatever hair you have left. With patchy alopecia the system blends into the hair around the bare areas. With total hair loss it is a complete head of hair that stands on its own.
It covers alopecia and does not treat it. Treatment is something to talk through with your GP or a dermatologist.
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Works for Patchy and Total Loss
From a few round patches to no hair at all, the system is made for the area that needs covering. -
Matched to the Hair You Have
Colour, thickness and wave are matched to the hair around the patches, in daylight. -
Bond Chosen With You
Tell us about a sensitive or sore scalp and the bond is chosen with that in mind. -
A Private Room
No shared waiting area, and one specialist from the first visit to the last. -
Honest Advice
If your hair is likely to regrow, we talk through whether now is the right time. -
Same Day Result
You see the finished look when you leave, with nothing to wait for.
Design for this hair loss
Hair System Designs for Alopecia Patches, Thinning and Total Loss
Alopecia can leave one patch or none of your hair, and the design follows what you have. At the consultation we look at where the patches are, how much hair is around them and how your scalp feels, then plan the base, the thickness and the hairline.
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A Few Small Patches
Most of your hair is still there, with bare patches in it. A system matched to the hair around the patches covers them and is cut in with your own hair at the edges, so the join is hard to find.
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Patches Joining Up
The bare areas have spread and merged into large gaps. We cover the whole top, so there is no hair left to stand out against, and match the thickness to the hair at the sides.
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Thinning All Over
Some men lose hair evenly across the scalp rather than in patches. The system adds thickness across the top and blends into the thinner hair at the sides.
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Total Hair Loss
All the hair on the scalp has gone. A full system gives you a complete head of hair, with the hairline, colour and length planned with you from the start.
What Is Different
What Is Different About a Hair System for Alopecia
Hair loss from alopecia is not the same job as steady male pattern thinning. Three things need extra care.
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The Hair Loss Can Change
Alopecia areata is unpredictable. New patches can appear and old ones can fill in. Your specialist designs around the hair you have now and talks through any changes at your maintenance visits.
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A Sensitive or Patchy Scalp
Some scalps with alopecia are dry, sore or sensitive. Tell your specialist about any irritation so the bond is chosen with care, and see your GP if the skin looks inflamed. There is more in our guide to a hair replacement system for a sensitive scalp.
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If Your Hair Grows Back
Alopecia areata can regrow, and a hair system does not stop that. If your own hair comes back, the system can come off at any time. Nothing is cut, injected or implanted.
The process
How We Fit a Hair System for Alopecia
Three steps, one private room.
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Free Consultation
You meet your specialist in private at our NW10 studio. They look at the patches, the hair around them and how your scalp is, and ask what you want to look like. They talk through the base, the bond and the cost, and if a hair system is not the right step yet, you are told.
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Match the Hair and Fit the System
The colour, thickness and wave are matched to the hair you have, and the hairline is planned with you. The system is bonded to your scalp and your own hair is cut in around it. Suitable systems can be fitted on the same day, as explained on the hair system fitting page.
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Leave With Full Coverage
You walk out wearing the finished look. You are shown how to wash, dry and style the system, and your visits are booked, usually every 4 to 6 weeks.
Prices
Alopecia Hair System Cost in London
At The Hair Standard, a hair system for alopecia starts at £495 for the first system. That price includes the fitting, a cut and styling. Maintenance is £100 a visit, or you can take the Confidence Maintained package, which covers two systems and twelve visits for £1,495. The exact price depends on the base (lace, skin or monofilament), the thickness and how much of the scalp needs covering, and you get it at the free consultation. All prices are listed on the hair system prices page.
First Hair System
£495
One system made for the area your alopecia has left bare, with colour matching, thickness choice, fitting, cut and styling, plus aftercare advice. It suits you if you want to begin with one system and pay for visits as they come.
Maintenance Visit
£100 per appointment
The system comes off, it and your scalp are cleaned, old adhesive is removed, then it is bonded again and blended with your own hair. Most men come every 4 to 6 weeks.
Confidence Maintained Package
£1,495
Two systems, each fitted and styled, with twelve maintenance visits and aftercare advice included. The second system is there when you need it, and you pay one price.
Our studio
Hair System Studio for Alopecia in NW10, London
Our hair system studio is on Harrow Road in NW10, north west London, a short way from Willesden Junction, where the Bakerloo line and London Overground both stop. Harlesden, Willesden and Kensal Green are the nearest areas, with Kilburn and Wembley a short journey away. Alopecia often comes on fast and without warning, so a private room with one specialist and nobody else in the waiting area matters here.
Address: Unit C, Dorset House, 845 Harrow Rd, London NW10 5NH
Email: contact@hairstandard.co.uk
Opening hours
- Mon to Fri: 09:00 AM to 06:30 PM
- Sat: 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM
- Sun: Closed
Why Hair Standard
Why Choose Hair Standard for an Alopecia Hair System
Years Fitting Hair Systems
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More than five years of fitting systems for men, including patchy and total hair loss.
Men Only London Studio
Alopecia affects men and women differently, and our bases and cuts are made for men.
Free Consultation
Ask about alopecia, the bond and the cost in a free, private visit.
Aftercare Included
You are shown how to wash, dry and style the system before you leave.
Real results
Alopecia Hair System Before and After
Real alopecia results from our studio, shared with the client’s permission.
Every 4 to 6 weeks you are back at the NW10 studio. The system comes off, it and your scalp are cleaned, fresh bond goes on and the blend is tidied. Because alopecia can change, the visit is also a chance to look at how your own hair and scalp are doing and to adjust the blend if patches have moved. Each maintenance visit is £100, or included in the package, and the guide on how to maintain a hair replacement system covers the routine at home.
- Cleaning and refresh
- Re-fitting and tidy up
- Fresh cut and style
- Home care advice
Alopecia Hair System FAQs
Can a hair system cover alopecia areata?
Yes. The system covers the bare patches and is matched to the hair around them, so it blends in. You see the result on the day, with no surgery. It does not treat the alopecia, and your own hair may still change underneath.
Does a hair system work for alopecia totalis and universalis?
It does. With total hair loss on the scalp, a full system gives you a complete head of hair. It covers the scalp only, so it does not replace eyebrows or body hair.
Will a hair system treat my alopecia?
No. A hair system is not a treatment, and it will not bring your hair back or stop it falling out. Tell your specialist about any scalp irritation, and if your skin is sore or inflamed, see your GP before a fitting.
What happens if my hair grows back?
The system can come off at any time, because it is bonded on and nothing is cut or implanted. Many men with alopecia areata see regrowth that may or may not last, so your specialist will talk through how your hair has behaved and what makes sense.
Will it look natural if I still have some hair?
It can. The colour, thickness and wave are matched to the hair you have, and your own hair is cut in around the edges so there is no line where the system starts. Whether people can tell comes down to the hairline, the match and the cut.
Is a hair system better than a wig for alopecia?
A wig sits on top and comes off at night. A hair system is bonded to your scalp and stays on between visits, so there is nothing to put on each morning. Our post on hair system vs wig for men goes through the difference.
How much does a hair system for alopecia cost in London?
The first system is from £495, with the fitting, cut and styling included. Maintenance is £100 a visit, and the Confidence Maintained package is £1,495. The final cost depends on the base, the thickness and the area covered, and you get it at the free consultation.
Where can I get a hair system for alopecia in London?
At The Hair Standard, a private men’s studio on Harrow Road in NW10, near Willesden Junction. The Bakerloo line and London Overground both stop there, which links the studio to the rest of London. The studio is open Monday to Friday 9am to 6:30pm and Saturday 9am to 4pm, and closed on Sundays.
How long does a hair system last?
About 3 to 8 months, depending on the base, your skin and how active you are. Our post on how long hair replacement systems last gives the figures for each base.
Can a hair system help with traction alopecia?
It can cover the thinned hairline and temples. If tight styles caused the hair loss, easing the tension matters too, and a GP or dermatologist should check any scarring or soreness. More in our post on traction alopecia and hair systems.
Do I need to see my GP before getting a hair system?
You do not need a referral to book. If your hair loss is new, sudden or patchy, though, see your GP or a dermatologist first to find the cause, because some types can be treated. A hair system does not replace that check.
Is the consultation for alopecia free?
Yes, and it is private. Bring your questions about the type of alopecia you have, the bond, the cost and the upkeep. There is no obligation to go ahead.
Take the First Step
Book a Free Alopecia Hair System Consultation in London
Ready to talk about covering your alopecia? Book a free consultation at our private studio in NW10, north west London. Suitable systems can be fitted the same day. You can call 0203 393 1235, message us on WhatsApp or use the form on this page.
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