Beard and Body Hair Transplant in Brazil

Beard restoration for fuller facial hair, and Body Hair Transplantation (BHT) when scalp donor supply is limited. Both performed by Dr. Sergio with ultra-fine 0.85 mm FUE punches.

Live Procedure

Beard transplant + BHT

FUE 0.85mm beard / 0.6-0.7mm body

Pick your direction

Two related but distinct procedures

Camara Lopes Clinic offers two services on this page. Both use FUE with ultra-fine 0.85 mm punches and are performed personally by Dr. Sergio. Jump to the one that matches your goal.

Direction 01

Beard Transplant

Restore or enhance your facial hair. Full beard creation, density fill, sideburn or mustache restoration, scar camouflage.

Direction 02

Body Hair Transplant (BHT)

Use beard, chest or back hair as a donor source for scalp restoration when your scalp donor supply is limited.

Direction 01 · Beard Transplant

Beard transplantation — facial hair restoration and density enhancement

Use genuine beard hair or scalp follicles to build, fill, or repair facial hair. On average 4,000 to 7,000 follicular units are available for beard work, and Dr. Sergio’s ultra-fine 0.85 mm punches keep the donor area beneath the chin free of visible scarring.

Live procedure

How the procedure works

Beard hair from beneath the chin, placed at natural facial-hair angles

For most beard transplants, Dr. Sergio uses hair from the area beneath the chin, selected for its hair density, follicle diameter, and the benefit of avoiding visible scarring. When that donor supply is insufficient, scalp follicles from the occipital donor zone can supplement.

Since scalp hair typically has a finer texture and smaller diameter compared to beard hair, achieving a dense and natural-looking beard using scalp grafts may require a higher number of follicles. Dr. Sergio plans the graft mix to match your facial hair characteristics as closely as possible.

Important: once follicles are extracted from any area, they do not regenerate. Dr. Sergio and Dra. Alessandra conduct a thorough evaluation of all donor areas to plan accordingly and preserve reserves for any future hair restoration needs.

Beard applications

Six things a beard transplant can do for you

Whether you want a fuller beard, a sharper jawline, or scar coverage, the same FUE technique adapts to each use case.

Full beard creation

For naturally sparse, patchy, or genetically thin facial hair patterns.

Density enhancement

Adds graft volume to thin or uneven beard growth without disturbing native hair.

Sideburn, mustache, goatee

Targeted restoration of specific facial-hair zones.

Facial scar camouflage

Covers scars from injuries, burns, or previous surgery in the beard area.

Corrective beard work

Repairs unnatural or failed beard transplants from other clinics.

Cheek + jawline filling

Defines and thickens the cheek line and jaw frame for a stronger profile.

Scar repair

Beard hair + FUE for scar coverage on the face or scalp

Scars on the scalp or face can be treated effectively with beard hair transplantation. Using the FUE hair transplant technique, beard hair is carefully extracted and implanted into scar tissue to promote coverage and improve aesthetics.

The success of scar repair transplantation depends on the blood supply within the scar tissue and the thickness of the scar. Dr. Sergio evaluates each scar during the consultation. For brow-area scarring see also the eyebrow transplant page.

Treatment protocol

Scar repair targets

Four scar types we treat with beard FUE

Linear FUT scars

Strip-method scars from previous hair transplant surgery covered with beard or scalp grafts.

Burn or accident scars

Scarring on the scalp or face from thermal, chemical, or traumatic injury.

Surgical scars

Scars from facelift, cleft lip repair, dermatologic surgery, or other procedures.

Eyebrow-area scarring

Body hair matched to natural brow texture for restoration over scar tissue.

Direction 02 · Body Hair Transplant

Body Hair Transplant (BHT) — beard or body hair for scalp restoration

BHT uses follicles from the beard, chest, or back for implantation into the scalp. Particularly valuable for patients with severe baldness or limited scalp donor availability. When combined with scalp FUE, BHT meaningfully enhances density and coverage in advanced cases.

Donor strategy

Ideal donor areas and punch sizes for BHT

The beard is the preferred donor zone for BHT, especially the area beneath the chin, because it provides strong, thick hairs that integrate well with scalp hair. Chest hair may also be used, although it typically has a different texture. Back hair is reserved for select cases.

Unlike traditional strip methods (FUT), which can leave visible scars and involve more discomfort, BHT with FUE uses minimally invasive punches that leave little to no scarring:

Body hair

0.6 – 0.7 mm

Chest, back, supplementary zones

Beard hair

0.85 mm

Primary BHT donor, beneath chin

Outcomes

What success rate to expect from BHT

BHT is recommended when scalp donor supply alone cannot reach your coverage goal. Although body hair usually contains single-hair grafts (requiring a larger number of follicles for good coverage), satisfactory results can be achieved, especially when beard hair is the primary body donor source.

Growth success rate

60 % – 95 %

Range depends on individual healing response and the area treated.

Ultra-fine extraction

BHT indications

Four reasons we recommend BHT

BHT is recommended when scalp donor supply alone cannot reach your coverage goal. The four most common indications:

Insufficient scalp donor

Native scalp donor hair cannot provide the graft count needed for the desired coverage.

Combined with scalp FUE

BHT adds to scalp grafts to increase overall yield in a single procedure plan.

Repair previous transplants

Corrects failed transplants or low growth yield from procedures performed elsewhere.

Scalp scar camouflage

Covers scars from prior surgeries, trauma, or strip-method (FUT) procedures.

DHI placement

Beard-to-scalp

Transplanting beard hair to the scalp

Camara Lopes Clinic achieves excellent outcomes when using beard hair to restore scalp density in patients with limited scalp donor availability. This approach is especially useful for individuals whose scalp donor area cannot provide the number of grafts needed to achieve the desired result.

Beard hair, due to its thickness and robust growth characteristics, offers a strong complement to scalp FUE grafts. When placed strategically behind the hairline and in the crown area, beard hair blends naturally with existing scalp hair and provides meaningful density improvement.

Dr. Sergio’s expertise with ultra-fine 0.85 mm punches allows beard hair extraction without visible scarring beneath the chin, preserving the natural appearance of the beard donor area.

Limitations and candidacy

Body hair differs in texture, growth cycle, and diameter from scalp hair, so not all patients are ideal candidates for BHT. Results using only body hair (without any scalp donor) are rare and usually reserved for specific cases where no other option exists.

Each patient at Camara Lopes Clinic undergoes a detailed evaluation by both Dr. Sergio and Dra. Alessandra to determine if BHT or beard transplantation is appropriate and how it can be integrated with other transplant strategies for optimal results. Dra. Alessandra’s trichoscopy assessment evaluates hair texture, growth cycle compatibility, and donor density before any surgical plan is finalized.

Real patient results

Beard transplant results at Camara Lopes Clinic

Every result shown is from a real patient treated at Camara Lopes Clinic with documented consent. Individual results vary depending on hair type, donor area density, and treatment plan.

Beard FUE · Male

953 grafts · full beard restoration

Sparse facial hair with patchy growth across the cheek, sideburn, and chin areas. 953 grafts placed using FUE with 0.85 mm punches and natural facial-hair angle design. Dense, even beard achieved at 6 to 12 months.

Full Gallery

Browse every beard and BHT case we have published

Filter by technique, graft count, gender, and timeline. Every patient documented with consent and multi-timepoint photos.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about beard and body hair transplant

How many grafts are needed for a full beard transplant?

A full beard transplant typically requires 2,000 to 4,000 grafts depending on the desired density, coverage area, and your natural facial hair pattern. Partial enhancements like filling patches or adding density to specific areas may require 500 to 1,500 grafts. Dr. Sergio evaluates your facial structure during the consultation.

Where do the grafts come from for a beard transplant?

The primary donor source is the area beneath the chin, which provides thick, naturally coarse hair that matches facial hair characteristics. When beard donor supply is insufficient, scalp hair from the occipital (back) region can be used, though scalp hair is typically finer in texture.

Can body hair be used for scalp hair transplant?

Yes. Body Hair Transplantation (BHT) uses hair from the beard, chest, or back for scalp restoration. This is particularly useful for patients with limited scalp donor availability or those needing additional grafts to supplement a scalp FUE procedure. Growth success rates range from 60% to 95%.

Does beard hair extraction leave scars?

At Camara Lopes Clinic, Dr. Sergio uses ultra-fine 0.85mm punches for beard extraction. The tiny extraction points heal within 5-7 days and are virtually invisible, even at close range. There is no linear scarring.

Can a beard transplant repair facial scars?

Yes. FUE beard transplantation can effectively camouflage scars on the face from burns, accidents, or previous surgery. Hair is implanted directly into the scar tissue, provided there is adequate blood supply for graft survival.

How long until beard transplant results are visible?

Transplanted beard hairs shed at around week 3 (normal). New growth begins around month 3-4. Visible density improvement appears by month 6, with final results at 10-12 months. The transplanted hairs are permanent and grow naturally.

What is the recovery time for beard or body hair transplant?

Most patients return to normal activities within 3-5 days. The donor area (chin or body) heals within 5-7 days. Mild redness in the facial recipient area subsides within 7-10 days. No bandages or dressings are typically needed after 48 hours.

Related Techniques

Other procedures we offer

FUE Hair Transplant

Standard FUE for scalp restoration, 3,500 to 4,500 grafts per day with DHI.

Long Hair FUE

Same-day result preview, no shaving, ideal for discreet recovery.

Eyebrow Transplant

Single-hair grafts placed at natural flat angles for permanent brow restoration.

Female Hair Transplant

Specialized protocols for female pattern hair loss.

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WhatsApp / Phone

+55 38 98401-1015

contact@hairtransplant-brazil.com

Location

Rua Nunes Machado, 472, Sala 2 · Centro, Curitiba, PR

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