The Details of the Seffiller® Treatment in Hamburg
Treatment duration | approx. 60–90 minutes |
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Social downtime | usually 2–3 days |
Anesthesia | local anesthesia |
Sessions | usually 1 session, individually customizable |
Follow-ups | after 3, 6, and 12 months |
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Principle | Autologous fat treatment |
Result | Regenerative effect over several months |
Combination | Part of our hair therapy concept, such as with PRP/PRF, Regenera Activa®, or light therapy |
Autologous Procedure for Hair Loss – SeffiHair® Hamburg
The Treatment Process
Diagnostics & Planning
We begin by evaluating your scalp, the pattern of hair loss, hair density, and the progression to date. Only then do we determine whether SeffiHair® matches your clinical findings or if an alternative hair therapy concept would be more suitable.
Selection of the Donor Site
A small amount of the body’s own adipose tissue is required for the procedure. Suitable harvest sites include the abdomen, flanks, or thighs. The selected area is disinfected and locally anesthetized prior to tissue harvesting.
Targeted Fat Harvesting
Following local anesthesia, the adipose tissue is gently harvested under sterile conditions using a fine cannula. Only a small volume required for the regenerative hair treatment is extracted.
Processing into Microfat
The harvested tissue is gently processed using the SEFFI technique through purely mechanical means, without enzymes or chemical additives. This yields a cell-rich fraction containing intact tissue clusters.
Injection into the Scalp
The processed fraction is precisely administered into the thinning areas of the scalp. Micro-injections are distributed around the weakened hair follicles to exert their regenerative effect directly at the target site.
Aftercare & Follow-up
The scalp should initially be protected; we will discuss specific recommendations regarding hair washing, sun exposure, exercise, and follow-up visits in person. Improvements in hair density and hair quality develop progressively over several months.
The Mechanism of Action of SeffiHair®
The Scientific Explanation
The regenerative effect is driven by the cellular diversity of the stromal vascular fraction: in addition to adipose-derived stem and stromal cells (ADSCs), it contains vascular progenitor cells and connective tissue cells that interact closely within adipose tissue. Their mechanism of action is primarily paracrine—meaning they do not differentiate into hair fibers themselves, but instead release messenger substances: growth factors and signaling molecules intended to stimulate angiogenesis (formation of new blood vessels) and support the hair root microenvironment.
For the hair follicle, the follicular niche is critical—the cellular microenvironment that co-determines whether a follicle remains in its active growth phase (anagen). Around weakened, yet still active follicles, improved microcirculation and an optimized tissue environment are intended to support this niche.
Possible Side Effects and Contraindications
- Temporary: Swelling, redness, and minor bruising, resolving within a few days.
- Possible: Tenderness or a feeling of tension at the scalp and donor site.
- Rare: Infections, inflammation, skin irregularities, discoloration, impaired wound healing, or allergic reactions.
- Procedure-related: The regenerative response varies individually. Changes in hair density or hair quality cannot be assessed immediately, but develop progressively over several months.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Acute infections in the donor or treatment area
- Inflammatory or active scalp conditions in the treatment area
- Known coagulation disorders or ongoing anticoagulation therapy
- Allergy to local anesthetics
- Severe systemic or organ diseases
- Ongoing immunosuppressive therapies
- Active or relevant neoplastic diseases in the donor or treatment area
- Chemotherapy or severely compromised general health status
- Trichotillomania or compulsive hair pulling
Combination with Other Hair Therapies
PRP / PRF
Blood-based procedures utilizing growth factors; can complement SeffiHair® when repeated regenerative stimuli are indicated.
Regenera Activa®
Autologous procedure utilizing micrografts from scalp tissue; a different approach than SeffiHair®, yet closely related in purpose.
Minoxidil
Can support the hair cycle and, depending on the diagnosis, be combined with regenerative procedures.
Finasteride / Dutasteride
Address androgenetic alopecia at the hormonal level; SeffiHair® can be evaluated here as an adjunctive option.
Medical Head Spa
Supportive scalp care and stimulation; useful as a complementary component, but not a substitute for medical therapy.
Hair Transplantation
Often the more definitive approach when follicles are permanently lost; SeffiHair® can be discussed as an adjunctive measure to support the scalp.
Your Appointment for Improved Hair Health – SeffiHair® Hamburg
There is usually no single standard solution for hair loss. It is therefore crucial for us to understand the underlying causes in your individual case early on: What is causing the thinning? How active is the process? Which treatment matches your clinical findings?
SeffiHair® is a compelling option when biologically responsive hair follicles are still present and regenerative support of the scalp is indicated. Book your appointment for an initial consultation and examination, and together we will map out your path to healthier hair.
