Practical ways to
support thicker,
stronger growth

It’s not often just one “strong” session that makes hair grow back; it’s usually about getting two things right at the same time. First, cut down on what is making the follicle weaker or smaller. Second, help the follicle stay in a productive growth phase for longer. Because of this, “stimulation” is better thought of as a strategy than as a single treatment. Depending on what’s causing your thinning, it could involve topical therapy, light-based therapy, and scalp injections that help your hair grow back. These treatments should be used together and at the right speed.

A plan only works if it fits with how you live and what you do. At Mayam Aesthetic, follicle stimulation is based on where your hair is thinning (crown, hairline, or diffuse thinning), how quickly you want to see results, and what you can realistically keep up with. The best results usually come from doing the same things over and over again, not from one intense session that is hard to keep up.

Start with the cause, not the trend

Hair loss has different drivers, and the correct stimulation plan depends on the driver. For example, hereditary pattern thinning is often managed with recognised medical options such as topical minoxidil (and finasteride for men), while other patterns may need a different route. These treatments do not work for everyone and they only work while you continue them, which is why planning matters.

Before recommending a stimulation approach, Mayam Aestetic looks at the pattern, speed of change, scalp condition, and any clues that suggest the cause is hormonal, inflammatory, or related to a recent life event.

Signs your follicles may still be responsive

Follicle stimulation usually works best when the follicles are still working. If you see these signs, it’s likely that you have “recoverable” follicles:

  • Hair that is thinning but not completely gone
  • More shedding but visible regrowth (shorter hairs) around the thinning areas
  • Density loss that is recent or gradually getting worse instead of long-term bald patches
  • A scalp that is not severely scarred or chronically inflamed;

This is when timing is important. If you act quickly, you usually have more choices than if you wait until the area is completely smooth.

The four stimulation approaches that are most commonly used

There is no single “best” technique. The right choice depends on your pattern, your tolerance for maintenance, and whether you want a home-based method, an in-clinic method, or a combination.

Topical follicle support (daily routine-based stimulation)

Topical minoxidil is a common base option for many types of pattern thinning because it can help hair keep growing while you keep using it. We see this as a long-term tool at Mayam Aestetic, not just a short trial. If you stop too soon, you often don't get the benefit and think it "didn't work."

Low-level laser therapy (light-based stimulation)

Low-level laser therapy is often suggested for people who would rather use a device than take medicine or apply topical treatments every day. It has been used in a variety of situations where hair loss occurs, such as hereditary hair loss, and it is usually used as a course that needs to be followed consistently.

PRP and concentrated systems (injection-based stimulation)

PRP is a way to regenerate hair using your own blood product, which is processed to concentrate platelets and growth factors and then injected into specific areas of the scalp. The Magellan system is an example of a concentrated preparation method. It is marketed as a more advanced PRP option and is used for hair restoration. This is usually planned as a course, not just one session, and it works best when follicles are still there.

Scalp microneedling as a “booster” technique (selected cases)

Microneedling is sometimes used in structured plans to help the scalp renew itself. It can also be used with other methods when appropriate. It's more important to choose the right candidate, keep the depth safe, and practice good hygiene than to be aggressive with treatment.

How to combine techniques
without overdoing it

Putting too many stimulation methods on top of each other at once can cause irritation. It’s better to build a stable base, add one method of support, and then reevaluate

A useful order often looks like this:

  • Make the baseline plan, which is home care that you can really keep up with.
  • If necessary, add one in-clinic stimulation method (light-based or PRP-based).
  • Keep an eye on the response for a few months before making the plan bigger.

At Mayam Aestetic, combination planning is easy so you can stick with it and see what works.

Progress tracking that avoids guesswork

Hair improves slowly, so tracking is essential. The simplest, most reliable method is monthly photos in the same lighting and angle plus short notes on shedding and styling ease. This prevents the “good week / bad week” effect from driving decisions.