Short answer: In scarring alopecias inflammation destroys the follicle and replaces it with scar tissue. Lost hair does not return, so the aim of treatment is to stop progression as early as possible. Any bald area where the follicular openings have disappeared needs a dermatologist promptly. The main types Lichen planopilaris: perifollicular redness and scaling, itching and burning, usually on the crown. Frontal fibrosing alopecia: a slowly receding frontal hairline with loss of eyebrows, mostly in women after menopause. Folliculitis decalvans: pustules and tufted hairs, predominantly in men. Discoid lupus, central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia and others. Diagnosis Trichoscopy shows absent follicular openings, perifollicular scale and specific patterns; a scalp biopsy is usually taken from the active edge to determine the type, because the treatments differ. Treatment Anti-inflammatory therapy according to the type: potent topical or intralesional steroids, hydroxychloroquine, oral antibiotics with anti-inflammatory action, isotretinoin or immunomodulators. Hair transplantation is considered only after at least one to two years without activity. PRP has no role in active scarring alopecia. Patients from Bulgaria and Greece Our practice is in Kırklareli, a short drive from the Bulgarian and Greek borders. Consultation, trichoscopy and the first treatment are usually completed in a single visit; follow-up runs by photo and WhatsApp. See our hair loss treatments page for the overall approach. Appointments: +90 555 209 09 39 (WhatsApp) · info@drkagancingoz.com · İstasyon Mah. Edirne Cad. No:102, Kırklareli, Türkiye Related articles More from the hair series: Hair loss treatments · Androgenetic alopecia · Telogen effluvium · Alopecia areata · Scalp diseases · Trichoscopy and hair analysis · Hair PRP · Hair mesotherapy

Short answer: Hair mesotherapy delivers vitamins, minerals, amino acids and sometimes minoxidil-like agents into the scalp with fine micro-injections. It is a supportive treatment for reactive and early pattern hair loss, with weaker evidence than medical therapy and, in most comparisons, than PRP. Suitable cases Telogen effluvium in the recovery phase, especially with poor nutritional status Early androgenetic alopecia as an add-on to minoxidil Patients who cannot tolerate topical treatment Not suitable Scarring alopecias, active scalp infection or dermatitis, uncontrolled alopecia areata, pregnancy, and patients seeking a replacement for medical treatment. Mesotherapy or PRP? PRP uses your own growth factors and has more consistent data in androgenetic alopecia; mesotherapy is a nutritional cocktail. Neither replaces minoxidil or finasteride, and neither should be started without trichoscopy. Sessions Usually 4-6 sessions at 2-4 week intervals, then maintenance. Response is judged at 3 months with photographs. Patients from Bulgaria and Greece Our practice is in Kırklareli, a short drive from the Bulgarian and Greek borders. Consultation, trichoscopy and the first treatment are usually completed in a single visit; follow-up runs by photo and WhatsApp. See our hair loss treatments page for the overall approach. Appointments: +90 555 209 09 39 (WhatsApp) · info@drkagancingoz.com · İstasyon Mah. Edirne Cad. No:102, Kırklareli, Türkiye Related articles More from the hair series: Hair loss treatments · Androgenetic alopecia · Telogen effluvium · Alopecia areata · Scarring alopecias · Scalp diseases · Trichoscopy and hair analysis · Hair PRP

Short answer: Polynucleotides (salmon DNA) are DNA-fragment injectables that support skin repair processes. The science is real but young: promising for skin quality, elasticity and the under-eye area, with growing clinical data - yet not a filler, not a lifting treatment, and not a miracle. What it is Purified DNA fragments, typically salmon-derived, injected into the skin - Rejuran is the best-known brand name. The proposed mechanism: supporting tissue repair and a better environment for fibroblasts. What the evidence shows Studies report improvements in skin elasticity, hydration and fine texture, and the under-eye area is where I find it clinically most useful - thin, tired-looking skin that is risky territory for regular fillers. Honest caveats: many studies are small and short, protocols vary, and comparisons against established treatments are limited. "Promising and usable" is accurate; "revolutionary" is marketing. Polynucleotides vs hyaluronic skin boosters Hyaluronic boosters primarily hydrate; polynucleotides primarily target repair. They are teammates, not rivals - which one first depends on what your skin measurably lacks. Who benefits most Thin, dull, fatigued skin; the under-eye area; skin quality work alongside energy-based treatments. Typical plans involve a short series of sessions - the exact number decided at examination, not by a package price. As with every trend, my rule stands: the product's box opens in front of you, and the plan starts with measurement, not marketing. Contact (English spoken; patients from Bulgaria and Greece welcome to write in English): WhatsApp +90 555 209 09 39 · info@drkagancingoz.com · Kırklareli, Turkey — 2 hours from Istanbul, 1 hour from Edirne.

Short answer: Both work. Mineral filters (zinc oxide, titanium dioxide) are the first choice for sensitive skin and children; chemical filters are cosmetically lighter. Dermatology's golden rule: the best sunscreen is the one you actually apply, generously, every day. How the two differ Mineral filters sit on the skin and reflect/absorb UV; chemical filters absorb UV and convert it to heat. The "mineral = natural, chemical = dangerous" narrative is marketing - both groups are approved and effective. Which for whom Sensitive skin, rosacea, eczema, children: mineral filters sting less Darker skin tones and under-makeup wear: modern chemical/hybrid formulas leave no white cast Melasma and pigmentation patients: tinted, iron-oxide formulas add protection against visible light - a detail most labels don't advertise The real issue: behavior, not chemistry Dr. Kağan Cingöz's most-repeated clinic sentence: "The SPF50 in your cabinet will never beat the SPF30 on your face." Adequate amount (about two finger-lengths for face and neck), morning application, reapplication when outdoors - protection comes from those three. Reading the label Broad-spectrum (UVA+UVB), SPF 30+, daily - winter and clouds included, since UVA doesn't take holidays. Why we insist: sunscreen simultaneously lowers skin cancer risk, prevents pigmentation, and slows aging. No serum on the market does all three. Contact (English spoken; patients from Bulgaria and Greece welcome to write in English): WhatsApp +90 555 209 09 39 · info@drkagancingoz.com · Kırklareli, Turkey — 2 hours from Istanbul, 1 hour from Edirne.

Short answer: A damaged skin barrier shows up as burning, tightness, flaking and "everything stings now." Repair means removing products, not adding them: a gentle cleanser + ceramide moisturizer + sunscreen, for 2-4 weeks. Why barriers break Usually from good intentions: stacked acids, daily exfoliation, aggressive cleansers, trying every trending routine at once. Season changes and hot showers contribute. How to recognize it Products you used comfortably now sting; skin feels tight after washing; redness, flaking and stubborn dryness arrive together. Dr. Kağan Cingöz's rule of thumb: "Healthy skin doesn't talk to you. Burning and stinging are the barrier's call for help." The repair plan (boringly simple, on purpose) Pause acids, retinoids and peels temporarily Cleanse gently - soap-free, low-foam, lukewarm water, max twice daily Moisturize generously with ceramides + glycerin/hyaluronic acid, twice daily Sunscreen every morning - UV is the healing barrier's worst enemy Wait 2-4 weeks. Barriers don't break overnight and don't heal overnight When to see a dermatologist If a simple routine brings no improvement in 3-4 weeks, the problem may not be barrier damage at all: seborrheic dermatitis, rosacea, eczema and contact allergy present with identical complaints - and each is treated differently. That distinction needs an examination, not another product. Contact (English spoken; patients from Bulgaria and Greece welcome to write in English): WhatsApp +90 555 209 09 39 · info@drkagancingoz.com · Kırklareli, Turkey — 2 hours from Istanbul, 1 hour from Edirne.