How Much Does a Hair Transplant Cost in Edinburgh?
Hair transplant prices at our Edinburgh clinic start from £1,999 for 500 grafts. A 1,000-graft FUE procedure is £2,999, while FUT and DHI procedures start from £3,999.
Your final price depends on the number of grafts required, the area being treated, the condition of your donor hair and the surgical method used. Larger procedures for more extensive hair loss can cost up to £10,000.
Initial consultations are free at 83 Princes Street, Edinburgh, or by video call. After your hair loss and donor area have been assessed, your written quotation confirms the graft number, technique, aftercare and surgical location. Surgery takes place in Glasgow or Livingston.
Consultation and surgical locations
Consultation and clinic locations
Edinburgh consultations: 83 Princes St, Edinburgh, EH2 2ER.
Glasgow consultations: Tay House, 300 Bath Street, Glasgow, G2 4JR.
Clarkston clinic: 13 Eaglesham Rd, Clarkston, Glasgow, G76 7BU.
Surgical locations
Glasgow surgery: St. Ellen’s Daycase Hospital, 410 Sauchiehall St, Glasgow, G2 3JD.
Livingston surgery: St. Ellen’s Hospital Livingston, 2 Garbett Road, Livingston, EH54 7DL.
Confirm the address for your consultation, procedure and follow-up with the team before travelling.
Hair Transplant Before & After Results
View a selection of patient results from different hair-restoration treatments.
Hair transplant cost by number of grafts
Your surgeon will assess the treatment area and donor hair before recommending the graft number and technique. The guide prices below depend on your treatment plan. Your written quotation confirms the procedure, surgery location and included aftercare.
| Grafts | Edinburgh clinic cost | Typical case | Procedure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 grafts | £1,999 | Small hairline adjustment or scar treatment | FUE |
| 1,000 grafts | £2,999 | Early hairline recession or temple restoration | FUE |
| 1,500 grafts | £3,499 | Hairline restoration or a limited thinning area | FUE |
| 2,000 grafts | £3,999 | Hairline with frontal or mid-scalp thinning | FUE, FUT or DHI |
| 2,500 grafts | £4,499 | Frontal third with extension into the mid-scalp | FUE or FUT |
| 3,000 grafts | £4,999 | Larger frontal and mid-scalp restoration | FUE or FUT |
| 4,000 grafts | £5,499 | Extensive treatment, subject to donor supply | FUE or FUT |
| 4,500–5,000 grafts | £7,999 | Advanced hair loss requiring broad coverage | FUE, FUT or staged treatment |
What affects the price of a hair transplant?
The number of grafts has the greatest effect on the price, but it is not the only part of the calculation. A quote also has to account for the size of the treatment area, the quality of the donor hair, the procedure being used and the amount of surgical time required.
The area being treated
Restoring a small section of the hairline or filling the temple points requires fewer grafts than treating the complete frontal area. When hair loss extends through the mid-scalp or into the crown, more grafts and surgical time are normally required.
Crown work is planned differently from a frontal hairline because the grafts must follow the direction of the natural whorl. If the hairline and crown both require treatment, the available donor hair has to be divided carefully between them.
Your donor hair
Donor density determines how many follicular units can be removed without leaving the back or sides of the scalp visibly depleted. Hair thickness, curl and colour contrast also affect the amount of coverage that can be created with a given number of grafts.
This is why photographs can support an initial estimate but cannot replace a proper donor-area assessment. The final plan must be based on the hair that can be removed safely, rather than the number of grafts a patient would simply like to have.
FUE, FUT and DHI
FUE and FUT describe how grafts are collected; DHI refers to placement with an implanter pen. A procedure can combine FUE collection with DHI placement. A small 500-graft FUE procedure is £1,999; 1,000 grafts are £2,999. FUT and DHI start from £3,999.
An unshaven or partially shaven procedure also takes longer than a fully shaven transplant. These procedures are generally limited to around 2,000 grafts in one session because each follicular unit has to be worked around the existing hair.
Large procedures and staged treatment
Extensive hair loss does not always need to be treated in a single operation. A larger case can be divided into separate stages so the donor area is protected and the areas that matter most are treated first.
The consultation is used to agree the treatment priorities, likely graft requirement and procedure before a written price is issued. You can also read our hair transplant donor-area guide for more information about donor assessment.
Hair Transplant Cost by Procedure
The procedure recommended will depend on your pattern of hair loss, donor hair and the area being treated. The starting prices below are followed by a full written quotation once your graft requirement has been assessed.
FUE hair transplant cost
FUE starts from £1,999 for 500 grafts; 1,000 grafts are £2,999. Individual follicular units are removed from the donor area using a small punch and placed into the planned recipient sites. This method does not leave a linear donor scar.
The price is based on the number of grafts required and the time needed to extract, prepare and place them. A procedure involving around 2,000 grafts will normally take a full surgical day.
FUT hair transplant cost
FUT starts from £3,999. A narrow strip of scalp is removed from the donor area before the follicular units are separated under magnification.
The price covers graft dissection, the clinical team, specialist equipment and closure of the donor area. FUT can be considered by patients who do not want the donor area shaved and by some patients with tightly curled or Afro-textured hair.
DHI hair transplant cost
DHI starts from £3,999. The extracted grafts are placed using a specialist implanter, giving the surgeon control over their depth, position and direction.
Procedure time depends on the graft number, donor collection and placement plan. Ask how the proposed approach fits your treatment area and what is included in your quotation.
Beard transplant cost
A beard transplant starts from £2,999. Donor follicles are taken from the scalp and placed into the beard, moustache or sideburn area.
The number of grafts will depend on whether treatment is intended to fill a small patch, strengthen an existing beard or create wider coverage.
Eyebrow transplant cost
Eyebrow transplants cost £2,000–£3,500. Eyebrow treatment may involve filling a small section or restoring one or both eyebrows. The quotation depends on the number of grafts, the donor method and the detail needed to follow the natural angle and direction of eyebrow growth.
Unshaven hair transplant cost
An unshaven or partially shaven transplant costs more than the equivalent fully shaven procedure because extraction and placement take longer. The maximum number of grafts is generally around 2,000 in one session.
Our Edinburgh hair transplant clinic
Plan your visit to our Edinburgh consultation clinic using the map and travel guidance below.
Consultations are available at the clinic or by video call. Your consultation covers your pattern of hair loss, the condition of the donor area, the likely graft requirement and the areas you would like restored. A procedure and price are confirmed after these points have been assessed.
By train
Travel to Edinburgh Waverley or Haymarket, then plan your onward journey to the clinic.
By public transport
Plan your bus or tram journey to Princes Street before travelling to the clinic.
By car
Plan your route and city-centre parking before travelling to the clinic.
If you are travelling from outside Edinburgh, the team can arrange the initial discussion by video before an in-person clinic appointment is booked.
Finance Options
We understand that paying for a hair transplant in one amount is not suitable for everyone. Patients who qualify can apply through our finance partner to spread the cost over manageable monthly payments. Approval, repayment terms and affordability checks are handled by the finance provider. Read our hair transplant finance guide for more information about the available options.
Surgeon-performed hair transplant procedures
Dr Harpreet Kalra is involved in consultation-led treatment planning, including assessment of the donor area, graft requirements, hairline design, crown planning and medical history.
Procedures are performed by a surgeon rather than delegated to technicians. Dr Kalra is registered with the General Medical Council under reference 7126076.
Meet Dr Kalra
Hair transplant cost FAQs
How should I compare hair transplant costs in the UK?
Compare written quotations for the same proposed treatment: graft range, collection and implantation methods, operating team, procedure location, follow-up appointments and what aftercare includes. Ask what would cost extra and how a change in graft numbers would affect the price. If you are considering hair transplant finance, compare the total amount repayable as well as the monthly payment. Use before and after results to discuss realistic coverage, rather than choosing by graft count alone.
How much does a hair transplant cost in Edinburgh?
FUE prices start from £1,999 for 500 grafts, with 1,000 grafts priced at £2,999. FUT and DHI start from £3,999. Larger procedures can cost up to £10,000.
How is my exact price calculated?
The quote is based on your graft requirement, treatment area, donor hair, chosen procedure and the surgical time involved. These points are assessed before a written price is confirmed.
Are hair transplant consultations free?
Yes. Initial consultations are free and can take place in person at the Edinburgh clinic or by video call.
Does the price include aftercare?
Check your written quote for the aftercare products, follow-up appointments and support period included. Ask for the contents, number of reviews and any additional charges to be confirmed before booking.
How do FUE, FUT and DHI starting prices compare?
FUE starts at £1,999 for 500 grafts; FUT and DHI start at £3,999. These starting prices cover different treatment plans. Compare the assessed graft number, areas, procedure and inclusions in your written quote.
Can I pay monthly?
Finance is available, subject to the finance provider’s approval, terms and affordability checks. The procedure and written quote must be confirmed before an application is completed.
Is a hair transplant available on the NHS?
Hair transplantation is normally treated as private cosmetic surgery and is not generally funded by the NHS.
Where is the Edinburgh clinic?
Our Edinburgh consultation address is listed in the locations section above. Use the contact page or call 0131 639 0004 .
Request your free consultation
Complete the form to discuss your hair loss, donor area, treatment options and likely graft requirement with the Edinburgh team. Your exact procedure and price will be confirmed after assessment.
